Blenheim House Care Home

27 Shurnhold, Bath Road, Melksham SN12 8DD
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9.7 156 Reviews
  • Blenheim House Care Home, Melksham
Welcome to Blenheim House — Where Premium Care Meets All-Inclusive Living

Part of the award-winning Berkley Care Group, Blenheim House offers a five-star, all-inclusive lifestyle tailored to each individual who calls it home. Located in the heart of Wiltshire, this exceptional care home is designed for those who value comfort, choice and community.

The all-inclusive model means that everything — from expert 24/7 care to hairdressing, day trips, fine dining and engaging daily activities — is included in one clear monthly fee. No surprises. Just complete peace of mind, allowing you to focus on what truly matters: living well.

With over 20 years’ experience in caring for older people, Blenheim House is proud to provide residential, nursing and dementia care in a warm and welcoming environment. Whether it's socialising with friends, enjoying a chef-prepared meal or simply relaxing in the beautifully landscaped gardens, residents are supported to enjoy life on their own terms.

At the heart of Blenheim House is a vibrant community spirit. The dedicated team brings professionalism and compassion to every interaction, creating a personalised experience that honours each resident’s individuality.

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Blenheim understand that everyone’s situation is different. Speak to the friendly team today to learn more about the Blenheim approach and pricing, or arrange a visit to experience Blenheim House for yourself.

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Care Provided

Primary Care Categories

  • Older Person Care
  • Dementia

Length of Stay

  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care

Care Types Provided

  • Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
  • For a maximum of 85 Service Users

Dementia Care Types

  • Mild Dementia
  • Moderate Dementia

Other Care Provided

  • Parkinson's Disease
  • Stroke
  • Palliative / End of Life Care
  • Convalescent Care

Facilities

  • Own Furniture if required
  • Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
  • Smoking not permitted
  • Close to Local shops
  • Near Public Transport
  • Minibus or other transport
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair Access
  • Gardens
  • Bar/Café
  • Residents Kitchenette
  • Phone Point in own room
  • Television point in own room
  • Residents Internet Access

Funding & Fees

All fees include our All-Inclusive service of:
24 Hour Care | 3 Meals a day | Daily Housekeeping | Daily Hostess service | Daily Activities and companionship | Trips out (When suitable) | Fine Dining Service for families | A Hairdressing service and Chiropody.
You will also receive access to our Relatives Gateway service which provides you with up to date entries from our care staff, meaning you can see the care and attention given to your relative via a simple to use app.


We accept admissions who are self funding as well as supported by Local Authority and Top Up funding.

Funding Types Accepted

  • Self Funding (Private)
  • Local Authority with Top Up
  • Local Authority
  • NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC)

Good to Know

Person in charge

  • Clare Hodges (Home Manager)

Local Authority / Social Services

Admission Criteria

  • All enquiries will be considered pending assessment process.
  • Ages 65+

Care Home Design/Build

  • Purpose Built: Yes
  • Year Purpose Built: 2013
  • Last Refurbishment: 2023
  • Number of floors: 3

Room Information

  • Single Rooms (85)
  • Couples/Companion Rooms (0)
  • Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (85)

Visiting

  • Blenheim House would be delighted for family's to visit the Home and see the Blenheim House way of life. Welcome at any time, appointments not necessary but the home are very happy to arrange a guided tour and a one on one, at a time to suit visitors and their needs.


    Any questions at all please call friendly members of staff at Blenheim House, who would be delighted to help with any queries.

Parking

  • Parking is available onsite for all of Blenheim House's guests.

Blenheim House Care Home Reviews (156)

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9.7

Blenheim House Care Home has a Review Score of 9.7 (9.675) out of 10, based on 27 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Blenheim House Care Home has 156 reviews.

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Review from Joanne S (Daughter of Resident) published on 26 August 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My dad has been a resident at Blenheim House for a year now. Great staff, good food, spacious room and lovely gardens. He had a weekly Tai Chi class and the wide corridors allow him to get around with his walker with ease. COVID lockdown has been a difficult time, but Blenheim took the threat seriously
from the beginning, locking down early. They currently have a Be More Festival and Dad was chuffed with his crazy golf medal. Events in the garden have been making the most of the summer weather. I have daily video calls with my dad using an Alexa show we had installed and staff have been fabulous fixing the technical problems we've had. It has been a reassuring comforting home for him, supporting him through difficult times. Blenheim House is the best setting we could have possibly found for him.

Reply from Mirko Ridolfo, Home Manager at Blenheim House Care Home

Thank you for your lovely review. It is a great pleasure to care for your father. I will pass your comments to the team.

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Review from H U (Daughter of Resident) published on 20 August 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Dad lived at Blenheim for a little over 3 years. He was always happy and settled. His care and the affection shown towards him were exemplary. Blenheim understood the man he had become and appreciated the man he had been. His end of life care at this surreal time was superb. Blenheim always went the
extra mile. Their gentleness towards him and us, as a family, will always be remembered. We will forever be glad we chose Blenheim as his home.

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Review from Pippa W (Daughter of Resident) published on 27 July 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My Mum has been living at Blenheim since being diagnosed with Alzheimer’s. As her symptoms progressed over the years she has been looked after in an exemplary manner by absolutely everyone throughout and as she is so happy and content, we as a family are happy and content in the knowledge she is experiencing
as full a life as she can. She is in such loving and capable hands.
COVID-19 has been a challenging and difficult time for everyone. The staff at Blenheim have been empathetic and totally professional, keeping me up to date with every change in the home and telephoning me with any personal changes with Mum. It was happily obvious that procedures were already in place for such an event as COVID and Blenheim’s preparedness speaks volumes about their overriding professionalism and desire to give the best possible care for residents and staff.
I cannot express in words the esteem I hold everyone who works at Blenheim. I would thoroughly recommend Blenheim for your loved one.

Reply from Mirko Ridolfo, Home Manager at Blenheim House Care Home

Thank you for reviewing us. It is nice to know that what we do is appreciated. We also Thank You for the support given to us within your Mother's journey in care, we could not achieve what we did without it. I will pass your comments to the Team.

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Review from Kate D (Daughter of Resident) published on 4 June 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My mum was admitted into Blenheim one week before the Covid-19 lockdown and therefore we've been unable to see her. This has been distressing for all of us.
The activities team have been outstanding at organising various events to help keep the residents entertained. Mum experienced a swim with penguins
using the virtual reality equipment and we were able to see her enjoying this on Blenheim's Facebook page. The team also organised a Facetime call with Mum, it was so lovely to see her face, happy and smiling.
The activities team at Blenheim go above and beyond, they are clearly passionate about making sure the residents are engaged and happy.
Thank you to the manager and team.

Reply from Mirko Ridolfo, Home Manager at Blenheim House Care Home

Thank you for your kind review. It was a great pleasure to assist your Mother in experiencing virtual reality and to see a smile on her face during the facetime session with you. I will share your kind words with the team.

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Review from Suzie H (Daughter of Resident) published on 4 June 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We have been so impressed by the care and support Mum has received in the short time she has been at the home. Due to the national lockdown, we have been unable to visit her or even see the home and her move there came about due to the pandemic. She had been in several hospital wards for assessment
after her illness. Very quickly, we were comforted and our worries were soothed by nothing but kindness and patience at such a difficult time. From the receptionist through to the nurses and carers, we received updates and messages and they gave us time to talk on the phone. It was lovely to see V.E. celebrations and activities on social media. When we managed to arrange a video call we were completely overwhelmed with how well she was looking. The staff helped us with getting her to sign a card for my father's 91st birthday, which they posted and on his birthday last week they arranged another video call for his big day which was wonderful for him. Thank you so very much.

Reply from Mirko Ridolfo, Home Manager at Blenheim House Care Home

Thank you for your kind review. It is a joy to see your mother settling in well. I really hope that you will be able to visit soon; meanwhile, thank you for your continued support and involvement.

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Review from Nicola G (Daughter of Resident) published on 22 May 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My father has been at Blenheim for 6-months now, it was a very difficult decision to make, but his Parkinson’s made it difficult for him to stay home.
We looked at a couple of other care homes, and Blenheim was by far the best that we saw. Dad has a lovely light room with an en suite bathroom, which
we felt was a necessity.
The staff are very kind, caring and friendly and Dad loves a bit of a joke with them, it keeps him quite chipper.
The food is amazing, Dad starts the day with a delicious cooked breakfast, followed by a tasty lunch, he says he’s often a bit full up come tea time!
We celebrated my birthday and my granddaughters birthday there and both were excellent.
We would have celebrated a couple more there if it wasn’t for this Coronavirus.
We are kept up to date with any health problems that Dad has, even during these tricky times, their care has been outstanding.
My whole family are delighted with the care that Dad receives there and thoroughly recommend Blenheim.

Reply from Mirko Ridolfo, Home Manager at Blenheim House Care Home

Thank you for taking the time to leave an overall supportive review for our home. I am sorry to read that you felt certain aspects of our home were not 5 star rating - I will look into this and take measures to improve. I will of course pass on your comments to our teams.

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Review from Janet P (Daughter of Resident) published on 21 May 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My mother recently celebrated her 102nd birthday at Blenheim House at a very difficult time for all care homes during the lockdown. The Home gave her the most wonderful day and although we were so sad not to be able to be with her, she had a really lovely time. Mum was absolutely thrilled by the whole
thing and phoned me up immediately she returned to her room to tell me about it. A special friend of hers was also brought in to join in, along with the staff - though at a distance of course. Mum said that she was amazed to be 102, living in a Care Home and so happy. I have seen a picture of her celebrating and I wish I could have a slice of the cake - it looks delicious. Thank you so much to the staff at Blenheim House for creating such a wonderful, caring home for my mother.

Reply from Mirko Ridolfo, Home Manager at Blenheim House Care Home

Thank you for your lovely review. It is a privilege to look after your Mother. I shall pass your comments to the team.

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Review from Simon B (Son of Resident) published on 21 May 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Extremely impressed when we were asked to look around the home in early 2019, for our mother. Spacious, clean, with many facilities for residents. It was the right choice to make to ensure the safety of our mum. The teams of Carers are fantastic and have assisted greatly with the comfort and well being
of my mum since she has been residing here and nothing is too much trouble. It is so nice to visit and take my mum out to the magnificent gardens with so many features which she dearly loves and enjoys or to have a coffee and cake within the cafe area. Entertainment is provided to the residents on a regular basis and it is a joy to see the happiness of all being involved. From the Maintenance team to the Catering Team, they all play such an important role by putting the residents first and making sure that everything is right. The Home Manager has done an incredible job in leading the brave and dedicated team through this very difficult time. We thank you all at Blenheim House.

Reply from Mirko Ridolfo, Home Manager at Blenheim House Care Home

Thank you for your lovely review. I will pass your comments to the team. It is a delight to look after your Mother.

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Review from Sally B (Daughter of Resident) published on 19 May 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My Father moved into Blenheim House Care Home in February 2020. We were dreading having to put him into a care home but Dad and ourselves were made to feel so welcome. Nothing was too much trouble. There are so many activities going on every day to suit all residents. The staff are absolutely amazing
with Dad which in turn gives us peace of mind and we know he's being so well looked after and cared for.
Blenheim is a home I'd highly recommend......you won't be disappointed.
Dad has settled in so well and his room is amazing. It's like home from home.
Thanks, Blenheim for all you do for my Dad.

Reply from Mirko Ridolfo, Home Manager at Blenheim House Care Home

Thank you for your lovely review. It is a pleasure to look after your father. I will pass your comments to the team, they will be delighted.

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Review from Annette B (Daughter of Resident) published on 18 May 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The care has always been of a gold star standard. I did not imagine it could get better. However, the standard of care during COVID19 excels the normal gold standard. As a relative I can say we have been kept informed every step of the way, care for the residents has continued to be of gold standard
despite a national pandemic. I have been sent photos, videos had online chats with my mother. Daily postings demonstrate the staff at Blenheim House are ensuring the pandemic is not affecting the residents' daily activities - birthday celebrations, VE day celebrations continue. Thank you all the way you have altered working practices to ensure the residents are kept safe and happy. One grateful relative - thanks to you all.

Reply from Mirko Ridolfo, Home Manager at Blenheim House Care Home

Thank you for your lovely review. We really value your continued support. It is a delight to look after your mother.

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Review from Julie C (Daughter of Resident) published on 15 May 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Blenheim House is a wonderful home and I would recommend that anyone go and have a look if they are thinking about a loved one going in there. It’s a truly amazing home and we are so happy that Mum lives there. She is loved and so well cared for. It’s amazing!

Reply from Mirko Ridolfo, Home Manager at Blenheim House Care Home

Thank you for recommending us. It's good for us to know that you appreciate what we do. Mum is lovely, and she is an asset to our home too.

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Review from Sally (Niece of Resident) published on 13 May 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Blenheim Care Home is also a Care Family.
The Blenheim Family created and shared with our family something we will treasure forever, the time to enjoy our Uncle for all that mattered to him and all that he was as a person. Blenheim is the family that was there for our Uncle when we couldn’t be, providing
the medical expertise and equipment that we couldn’t possibly provide. The Blenheim Family gave their hearts to ensure that our Uncles wishes were delivered 100% and with professionalism. Our Uncle never felt lonely or unsafe. He knew a friendly smile or chat was always just a bell push away, he knew the right equipment was there to lift him, bathe him, protect him from falling and pressure ulcers. His health and happiness were constantly monitored. The Blenheim Family made every day an important day for my Uncle. To receive the beautiful video clips and photos as a lasting record of my Uncle, from the Events Team, was the most amazing and precious gift.

Reply from Mirko Ridolfo, Home Manager at Blenheim House Care Home

Thank you for your lovely review. I will pass your comments to the team.

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Review from Ruth (Granddaughter of Resident) published on 9 May 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My Grandad has been a resident at Blenheim for over a year now, initially, it was really hard to come to the conclusion that our Husband/Dad/Grandad couldn't be adequately cared for at home but as soon as we visited Blenheim that changed. The staff and whole atmosphere made the decision a lot easier
to make. It's bright, cheerful and everyone is so helpful and above all...Caring! Grandad was 100 last year, around 25 of us came to celebrate, we had a beautiful room to gather in, Blenheim went above and beyond to make it a special day.
As they have again this year, as we're unable to go to visit due to Covid, we've made a video to show Grandad, someone in the activities team has recorded staff messages and helped me put it all together, they're putting banners, balloons up and making him a cake! It's the next best thing!
Grandad receives excellent care in beautiful surroundings, there's nowhere else we would be happy for Grandad to be especially right now. Massive Thank you to all for working so hard.

Reply from Mirko Ridolfo, Home Manager at Blenheim House Care Home

Thank you for your lovely review. It is a privilege for us to look after your Grandad. I will pass your comments to the team.

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Review from Jill J (Daughter of Resident) published on 7 May 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Blenheim are brilliant.
Dad has just celebrated his 101st birthday there and the staff made sure they gave him a special time despite us being unable to visit.
During the year that Dad has been at Blenheim, the care he has received has been excellent. Family members have always been welcomed and
he had an extra special celebration for his 100th birthday last year.
The effort and work that has been put in place to ensure residents ongoing care and safety during this very difficult Coronavirus time has been outstanding and we consider dad is as safe as he can be at this time.
Overall I would wholeheartedly recommend Blenheim House.

Reply from Mirko Ridolfo, Home Manager at Blenheim House Care Home

Thank you for your lovely review. I will be delighted to pass your comments to the team.

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Review from Rachel (Granddaughter of Resident) published on 6 May 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

A big thank you to all the team at Blenheim House who contributed to the video message that was created for Grandad's 101st birthday. A special thank you to the whole team for putting it all together and making plans to celebrate with Grandad. We had a lovely party at Blenheim last year for Grandad's
100th birthday and really wish we could be there again this year. We really appreciate all the care that you are giving to the residents at this time and look forward to thanking you in person very soon.

Reply from Mirko Ridolfo, Home Manager at Blenheim House Care Home

Thank you for your lovely comments. I will pass those to the team. It is a pleasure to have your Granddad with us, he is such a lovely man.

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Review from Mary H (Daughter of Resident) published on 6 May 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I cannot recommend Blenheim House highly enough to anyone looking for respite or residential care for their loved one. Dad initially went to Blenheim for respite care at the end of March 2019 but is now on the nursing floor. It is a very difficult and traumatic situation to find yourself in when searching
for the right environment for your family member but from the minute we arrived to assess the home, my Mum, sister, brother and I were certain that this was the right place for Dad - and we weren't wrong! Not only are the facilities absolutely first class but, more importantly, and without exception, all the staff are amazing, offering the love, care and support that you'd put at the very top of any priority list! The Activities Team have recently gone above and beyond in their efforts to ensure that Dad celebrates his forthcoming 101st birthday in the best way possible without family members being able to visit under the current lockdown conditions. Thank You is not enough!

Reply from Mirko Ridolfo, Home Manager at Blenheim House Care Home

Thank you for your lovely review. I will pass your comments to the team. They will be delighted to read how appreciated they are from you all.

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Review from Julian W (Son of Resident) published on 3 April 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Dad has only been at Blenheim for a week-and-a-half but he seems to have settled in very well, at what is a difficult time, due to the care and attention of all the staff. Dad had been having problems mobilising and it's clear that staff have been helping him to help himself.
From our first visit,
everyone has been very helpful and it's clear that staff interact a lot with residents and there is a strong emphasis on providing interesting and involving events and activities. The physical facilities are excellent - given the current lockdown we obviously haven't been able to try the food but everything we've seen so far looks highly satisfactory.

Reply from Mirko Ridolfo, Home Manager at Blenheim House Care Home

Thank you for your lovely review. Dad is settling in really well and is thoroughly enjoying each facility and activity within the home. Hopefully, you will have the possibility to visit soon, we are looking forward to that.

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Review from Susan T (Daughter of Resident) published on 24 March 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I am so pleased we chose Blenheim as the home to care for our mum. She may have dementia but the staff treat her like any other person. She loves the staff who go the extra mile to make sure she gets the most out of every day. Thank you. Thank you. Thank you.

Reply from Mirko Ridolfo, Home Manager at Blenheim House Care Home

Thank you for reviewing us. It is a privilege to look after your mother. She is great lady, very much loved by everyone, staff and residents. I would also like to thank you and your family for the support given us within mum's care. Together we made a great difference in enhancing her quality of life.

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Review from Wendy (Daughter of Resident) published on 9 March 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I cannot speak highly enough about this wonderful place or the team they have working there. The care my father received was truly outstanding. I can honestly say that each and every member of staff that were involved with Dad's care and that my family and I had dealings with were just amazing. A beautiful
place, staffed with caring and lovely people, I can even include the handymen and catering staff, who also went out of their way to do things to help dad. I know you can't name names on here, which is just as well as I would have too many to mention and be worried about leaving someone out. Activities, food, decor, staff across the board were all on point.

Reply from Mirko Ridolfo, Home Manager at Blenheim House Care Home

Thank you for your lovely review. It was a privilege to look after your dad. He is greatly missed by everyone at Blenheim House. I will pass your comments on to the team. Again, I would like to express my heartfelt gratitude for you taking the time to make this review, this is greatly appreciated as we strive to continue to provide outstanding care.

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Review from Vicky D (Daughter of Resident) published on 19 February 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My dad was brought in at the beginning of 2020, as he needed round the clock care. The staff were immediately on hand to help, from getting him from the car to getting him comfortable in bed.
I was a regular visitor and was always made welcome, even when I would make a coffee in the middle of a busy
mealtime. Every member of staff knew my name, even if I wasn't sure of theirs.
Unfortunately, my dad passed away last Friday (14/02/2020) and they were wonderfully sympathetic. All the staff had lovely things to say about him, but he was a wonderful character.
Also, because of my dad's illness, he was bedbound and unable to eat so was unable to take advantage of the food and amenities.

Reply from Mirko Ridolfo, Home Manager at Blenheim House Care Home

Thank you so much for your review of our service. We are delighted and privileged to have had the opportunity to care for your father. He will be greatly missed by all of us. I will pass your lovely comments to the team on Willows.

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Current Review Score: 9.7 (9.675)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.7 (9.675) out of 10 for Blenheim House Care Home is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  • a) The Average Rating is 4.7 out of 5 from 27 Reviews in the last 24 months.

  • b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 26 positive Reviews in the last 24 months.

Detailed Breakdown of Review Score

The maximum Review Score for a Care Home is 10, which is made up from the Average Rating of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) and the Number of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) in the last 24 months:

  • a) 5 Points are available for the Average Rating from all Reviews in the last 24 months.

    The Average Rating of 4.675 for Blenheim House Care Home is calculated as follows: ( (253 Excellents x 5) + (48 Goods x 4) + (13 Satisfactorys x 3) + (5 Poors x 2) + (4 Very Poors x 1) ) ÷ 323 Ratings = 4.675

  • b) 5 Points are available for the number of Positive Reviews in the last 24 months. A Positive Review is defined as any Review with an 'Overall Experience' of '4' or '5' (out of a max rating '5').

    The 5 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Blenheim House Care Home is based on 26 positive Reviews in the last 24 months and is calculated as per below:

    The 5 points available are broken down as follows:

    • i) 4 points are available for the first 10 Positive Reviews in the last 24 months; 3 points for the first Positive Review, and then 0.125 Points for each of the next four Positive Reviews and then 0.1 Points for the next five Positive Reviews. (1st = 3.000, 2nd = 0.125, 3rd = 0.125, 4th = 0.125, 5th = 0.125, 6th = 0.100, 7th = 0.100, 8th = 0.100, 9th = 0.100, 10th = 0.100) 3 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 = 4

    • ii) 1 point is available for the number of Positive Reviews reaching 20% of the registered maximum number of service users in the last 24 months. If this number is partially reached, then that proportion of 1 point is given. eg a Care Home registered for a maximum of 50 service users has to reach 10 Positive Reviews to receive 1 point, if it has 7 reviews it will receive 0.7 points. 20% of the 85 registered maximum number of service users is 17, which has been reached with 26 Positive reviews. Points = 1

  • When a Review is submitted by someone who has previously submitted a Review, only the latest Review will count towards the Review Score.

  • If a Care Home does not have a review in the last 24 months, then it will not have a Review Score.

Regulatory Rating

Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating

Date: 11 Dec 2024

Overall
Requires improvement

  • Caring

    Good

  • Effective

    Good

  • Responsive

    Good

  • Safe

    Requires improvement

  • Well-led

    Requires improvement

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Meet the Team (10)

Clare

Clare Hodges

Job Title: Home Manager

Joined: 2025

I'm the General Manager of Blenheim House, an exceptional 85-bed care home known for its care and warm, welcoming environment. I'm proud to lead an amazing, dedicated team who are truly passionate about what they do. Together, we're committed to delivering the highest standards of care and creating a place where residents feel valued, safe, and at home-and where our team feels just as supported and engaged.

Shona

Shona Loakim

Job Title: Clinical Deputy Manager

Joined: 2025

I have spent most of my career in the NHS. I started my nursing career in Learning disabilities and then went on to do General nursing with a particular interest in Organ transplantation, in London/Cambridge/Oxford. I then spent several years within the Respiratory area, building services at a hospital in Surrey to encompass community and hospital cross-working. More recently, I moved back to Chippenham, where I was a Clinical lead in the community and then a ward manager for the community hospitals. I then went to a GP practice where I managed the Respiratory patients and undertook Hypertension management, Minor illness clinics and Learning disability reviews..


I am very passionate about patient/Resident care, Staff wellbeing, Infection control and safety.


I am always happy to chat and discuss any concerns or worries people may have. Please feel free to come and see me if I can't help,p I will find someone who can.

Mandy

Mandy MacKenzie

Job Title: Community Relations Manager

Joined: 2024

Hi, I'm Mandy, and I joined the team at Blenheim House in 2024.

Toni

Toni Clarke

Job Title: Administration Manager

Joined: 2024

I have an extensive and varied background in administration. Working at Blenheim House is my first job in the care sector, and I absolutely love it.


In my free time, I do a lot of crafting, which includes crochet, painting and laser cutting. I enjoy going away in our motorhome and sightseeing all the great places in the UK

Linda

Linda Netherwood

Job Title: Catering Manager

Joined: 2023

Being the Catering Manager at Blenheim House brings me great joy. I take pride in ensuring our residents receive hearty and healthy meals through a stimulating and social dining experience. Our experienced catering team can provide meals for all types of dietary requirements as well as celebrating our residents birthdays with beautifully decorated cakes and a person centred special menu.

Will

Will Corley

Job Title: Facilities Manager

Joined: 2020

I have a passion for working in the care industry and joined Blenheim House in February 2020, having been an Estates Manager at a Mental Health Hospital in the past. I have strong knowledge and understanding of building and services compliance, Health and safety and experience in construction. I lead a dedicated Maintenance Team in carrying out daily and weekly compliance checks, ensuring our home has a robust safety record whilst making sure the home’s aesthetic and comfort levels remain first class.


In my spare time, I enjoy spending time with my family, cycling and walking our dog, Shylo.

Chris

Chris Preston

Job Title: Events Manager

Joined: 2022

Hi I’m Chris Preston the Events Manager at Blenheim House Care Home, where I have proudly worked for the past five years. Starting as an Activities Co-ordinator, I bring creativity, warmth, and a strong sense of purpose to my role, developing a wide range of engaging and inclusive events that help residents live well and thrive. Passionate about giving back and making every day meaningful, I lead my team with pride and a commitment to creating joyful, memorable experiences. A lover of all things French—food, wine, culture, fashion, and history—I also have a deep passion for music, with an eclectic playlist that spans jazz, classical, modern hits, and rock ‘n’ roll. Fun fact: During my time as an Executive Head Chef in Maidenhead, I made Sir Terry Wogan’s 50th birthday cake!

Harriette

Harriette Jonik

Job Title: Quality Support Lead

Joined: 2019

Hi, I'm Harriette. I am the Quality Support Lead at Blenheim House. I assist our Registered Manager, Clare and our Clinical Deputy Manager, Shona, in many aspects of the home. Using my Level 5 Qualification in Health and Social Care and many years of experience, I am here to maintain our excellent care standards and support the home in its care of adults with residential, dementia and nursing needs.


I am motivated to see our residents and staff being engaged, happy and living a quality of life that is meaningful to them. Supporting our staff team and helping them achieve their personal goals is something I am passionate about.

Lorraine

Lorraine Dommett

Job Title: Hair Salon Manager

Joined: 2021

Hi, I am Lorraine and I run the Cashmere Salon here at Blenheim House. As the hair stylist for the home, my role is to meet with each resident and offer them a salon experience to help them feel they're very best.


It's wonderful to work at Blenheim House and I am honoured to meet such wonderful people with amazing lives and stories to tell. Our salon experience is part of our All-Inclusive offer and we also welcome family members to join us in the salon for a truly person-centred experience.

Ann

Ann Dunlop

Job Title: Receptionist

Joined: 2022

Hi, I'm Ann and I am the Receptionist for Blenheim House Care Home.


I work alongside our lovely teams to keep the communication effective and deliver a first-class service to our Residents, Families and Staff.


Our admin team works across all of our departments to provide a supportive and administrative role which I love as it makes each day different.


If you have any questions about the home please do give us a call.

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