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The providers takes pride in a friendly service that loved ones can also respect, while looking to make sure their brand is one that is seen as synonymous with quality.
The care home has been purpose-built and allows clients to make homes of...
Care Provided by Tanglewood Nursing Home
Primary Care Categories
- Older Person Care
- Dementia
- Physical Disability
Length of Stay
- Permanent Care
- Respite Care
Care Types Provided
- Residential Care
- Nursing Care
- Dementia Residential Care
- Dementia Nursing Care
- For a maximum of 55 Service Users
Dementia Care TypesMild Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "mild dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Memory problems such as misplacing items and not be able to recall recent events (however, in some forms of dementia a person's memory may be unchanged)
- Difficulties thinking through problems and planning, making decisions
- Language and communication issues such as finding it difficult to recall the appropriate word in a conversation or following a conversation
- Poor orientation, getting lost in areas previously familiar to them
- Difficulty judging distances (more falls than usual)
- Changes in their normal mood including anxiety and depression
- In certain types of dementia, personality and behaviour changes may be present alongside or instead of issues with memory or concentration.
Moderate Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "moderate dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Worsened memory problems. Not always recognising own family members and friends. Repeating the same questions over and over again
- Worsened language and communication issues, forgetting what they are saying mid-sentence. Not being able to understand what someone else is saying
- More frequent confusion, e.g. about the time of day or where they are, including their own home
- Apathy, depression and anxiety
- Believing things that aren't true (paranoia)
- Frequent hallucinations
- Lack of emotional control, quick to anger, fearfulness, sadness
- Loss of inhibition
- Difficulties sleeping or waking during the night and behaving as though it is daytime - loss of circadian rhythm.
Advanced Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "severe dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Severe memory problems. Not recognising family members and friends. Not being able to recall their own name
- Severe language and communication issues, not being able to understand what someone else is saying
- Severe confusion, e.g. about the time of day or where they are, including their own home
- Apathy, depression and anxiety
- Believing things that aren't true (paranoia)
- Frequent hallucinations
- Lack of emotional control, quick to anger, fearfulness, sadness
- Loss of inhibition
- Difficulties sleeping or waking during the night and behaving as though it is daytime - loss of circadian rhythm.
Verbally or physically aggressive behaviour
If your loved one displays this type of behaviour you may need a care home that has specially trained staff. Verbal/physical aggression is often defined:
- Consistent shouting and screaming
- Verbal abuse
- Physical abuse
How we define Dementia Care Types
Mild Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "mild dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Memory problems such as misplacing items and not be able to recall recent events (however, in some forms of dementia a person's memory may be unchanged)
- Difficulties thinking through problems and planning, making decisions
- Language and communication issues such as finding it difficult to recall the appropriate word in a conversation or following a conversation
- Poor orientation, getting lost in areas previously familiar to them
- Difficulty judging distances (more falls than usual)
- Changes in their normal mood including anxiety and depression
- In certain types of dementia, personality and behaviour changes may be present alongside or instead of issues with memory or concentration.
Moderate Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "moderate dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Worsened memory problems. Not always recognising own family members and friends. Repeating the same questions over and over again
- Worsened language and communication issues, forgetting what they are saying mid-sentence. Not being able to understand what someone else is saying
- More frequent confusion, e.g. about the time of day or where they are, including their own home
- Apathy, depression and anxiety
- Believing things that aren't true (paranoia)
- Frequent hallucinations
- Lack of emotional control, quick to anger, fearfulness, sadness
- Loss of inhibition
- Difficulties sleeping or waking during the night and behaving as though it is daytime - loss of circadian rhythm.
Advanced Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "severe dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Severe memory problems. Not recognising family members and friends. Not being able to recall their own name
- Severe language and communication issues, not being able to understand what someone else is saying
- Severe confusion, e.g. about the time of day or where they are, including their own home
- Apathy, depression and anxiety
- Believing things that aren't true (paranoia)
- Frequent hallucinations
- Lack of emotional control, quick to anger, fearfulness, sadness
- Loss of inhibition
- Difficulties sleeping or waking during the night and behaving as though it is daytime - loss of circadian rhythm.
Verbally or physically aggressive behaviour
If your loved one displays this type of behaviour you may need a care home that has specially trained staff. Verbal/physical aggression is often defined:
- Consistent shouting and screaming
- Verbal abuse
- Physical abuse
How we define Dementia Care Types
- Mild Dementia
- Moderate Dementia
- Advanced/Complex Dementia
Other Care Provided
- Parkinson's Disease
- Stroke
- Palliative / End of Life Care
- COPD/Pulmonary Disease
- Bariatric Care/Obesity
- Convalescent Care
- Acquired Brain Injury (ABI)
- Day Care
Facilities
- Own Furniture if required
- Smoking not permitted
- Near Public Transport
- Lift
- Wheelchair Access
- Television point in own room
Funding & Fees
Weekly Charges per Person
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact Tanglewood Nursing Home for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact Tanglewood Nursing Home to confirm what's included and get a personalised quote:
Funding Types Accepted
- Self-Funding (Private)
- Local Authority with Top-up
- Local Authority
- NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC)
Good to Know
Group / Owner
- Tanglewood Care Homes
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Alice O'Hare(Home Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Mixed with both male-only and female-only unit(s)
- Ages 65+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: Yes
- Number of floors: 2
Room Information
- Single Rooms (55)
- Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (12)
- Couples/Companion Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (8)
Tanglewood Nursing Home Reviews (52)
Tanglewood Nursing Home has a Review Score of 9.7 (9.659) out of 10, based on 15 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Tanglewood Nursing Home has 52 reviews.
My mum was diagnosed with terminal oesophagus cancer and spent the last 10-days of her life in Tanglewood in Horncastle. It is an amazing home, and we could not have had better care for my mum. They looked after me, my husband and our daughter whilst we sat with her for the last hours. They let me spend the last night with her as I did not want to leave her. The compassion from the staff was second to none. We could not fault it at all. Totally recommend this home.
My wife had terminal cancer and was given a prognosis of 3-months. I needed a nursing home that could look after my wife's complex nursing needs and treat her with the care and dignity that every human being deserves. I must admit, I was very hesitant to admit her to Tanglewood, but after meeting the home manager and discussing my wife's needs, I felt that this was the best place for her. The manager runs a very tight ship, and her staff are told that it's not just the resident that they look after, it's also the resident's visitors. Nothing was too much trouble for the staff, and I wouldn't hesitate in recommending Tanglewood in Horncastle in the future.
Tanglewood Care Home in Horncastle is within pleasant facilities in a beautiful Lincolnshire Wolds market town. There is a lovely secure garden for residents and visitors to sit together. The building interior is bright with lots of windows overlooking the garden. My mother moved to Tanglewood in the New Year 2020. For 3 months she was in a single room and then was fortunate to live in a double room just as COVID19 hit the UK. The staff were always friendly, welcoming and happy to assist with any special requirements. During the past 9 months, their dedication to their job and the residents was outstanding. There was a special bond between carers and residents in trying to beat the virus. The staff were also pro-active with regards to special occasions e.g. bake cakes for birthdays and arrange dedicated activities around special calendar events. The activities co-ordinator communicated well with families in terms of keeping everyone informed of the weekly plan for residents and us.
Tanglewood, Horncastle is blessed with pleasant facilities in a beautiful wolds market town location. There is a lovely secure garden for residents and visitors to sit together and the building interior is bright with lots of windows overlooking the garden. The staff are always friendly, welcoming and happy to assist with any special requirements. They are also pro-active with regards to special occasions e.g. bake cakes for birthdays and arrange dedicated activities around special calendar events. The activities co-ordinator communicates well with families in terms of keeping us informed with the weekly planned for residents and we even occasionally receive photographs of my sister-in-law joining in the activities - this has particularly been appreciated during the Covid-19 pandemic when we haven't been allowed to visit.
Hello Helen, thank you for your lovely review of our Tanglewood Care Home in Horncastle. I will pass your comments on to the team who will be overjoyed to hear you are so happy with the service they provide. Thank you
It was a difficult decision for the family to move Mum into a care home. Mum has dementia and was not coping well on her own after Dad died. We persuaded Mum to 'give Tanglewood a try' and without doubt, it is the best decision we ever made. The staff are very professional, respectful and caring with a positive attitude. As soon as you enter the home, you are met with a friendly greeting. All of the staff are friendly and cheerful and make a fuss of Mum if she is returning from a day out. I can tell by the way they talk to Mum and her reaction to them, they really know and understand her. During the pandemic, we have received regular updates. Mum is very sociable and the home with all the activities (usually twice a day) is ideal. Taking part is optional and not forced upon anyone. The food is excellent with plenty of variety. Mum loved to cook and really enjoys the food. Family can book a lunch too. Marked down value for money and room because of small room size and no ensuite.
Thank you for your review of our Tanglewood Care Home in Horncastle. We are delighted that you are happy with the service and will pass your comments on to the team. Thank you
The staff are lovely and caring, always welcoming. My Mum is as happy as one could be in a nursing home. The activities are varied, plenty to do and everyone is encouraged to participate if they want. Outside entertainment is provided in normal times. The food is plentiful and of very good quality.
It is a very clean and warm environment.
My only grumbles are :
1. It would be nice to have canopies outside so residents could be outside more, possibly eat their meals outside, etc. in mild weather.
2. Instead of spending on replacing still serviceable furnishings, etc. put the money towards staff pay rises.
The COVID crisis has been handled brilliantly.
Hello Julie, thank you very much for your kind and thoughtful review. The team at Tanglewood are passionate about meeting the needs of every resident, and therefore we appreciate you taking the time to acknowledge the work they all do. I will most certainly pass your comments on to the team who...
My husband is well looked after. The staff are excellent. There used to be a smell of urine (very strong) but I have noticed there has been no smell these last few weeks. Food is excellent but needs to drink more as he is prone to urine infections. It would be nice if they could play music in the rooms as this seems to calm him down. Not only has he dementia, but has a lot of other things wrong with his health so the staff really look after him and keep me informed by phone when he is poorly.
My mother-in-law has been at Tanglewood in Horncastle for five years and she has been consistently cared for with love, efficiency and cheerfulness. The activities and visiting entertainers are interesting and varied. There is a homely atmosphere and residents are treated with respect and according to their individual needs. The seasonal and incidental celebrations are fun and enjoyed by residents and their families.
Early days but so far I feel happy with the care that my friend is receiving. This is a very expensive home and the care is probably no better than somewhere cheaper. The environment is very comfortable, plush decor and high standards in how things are presented (dining table, etc). This group of homes have a corporate image that resembles a five star hotel but I'm more concerned about the nursing care. No reason for complaint so far, staff seem respectful and helpful. Occasionally I've had to ask that my friend gets her hair washed and the laundry can be an issue with clothes going missing.
My very elderly and frail grandmother moved to Tanglewood recently. The care and kindness the staff have shown to Grandma is so touching and they consider her dignity at all times. I always leave the home knowing Grandma is going to be cared for properly, considering her needs at all times. The manager is professional and efficient and has such empathy with families, she clearly understands how difficult it is for us to place our most wonderful grandmother into her care.
Very good, caring, informative, friendly care home no problems.
An excellent home considering the large number of residents. I have been visiting my husband regularly for over three years and have had no cause to find fault or complain. The food is good with always a choice of menu. I always have lunch there so I do know. The activities are varied as is the entertainment. One thing missing is any transport as no local bus company can accommodate wheel chairs in numbers. Every spring, summer and Christmas a longer fun day is held open to anybody and this is a great event and fund raiser. There is something for everybody Punch and Judy, face, painting, singing, hog roast and many side stalls a good time for all.
Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 03 November 2025Good
- CaringOutstanding
- EffectiveGood
- ResponsiveGood
- SafeGood
- Well-ledGood
Inspection ratings
We rate most services according to how safe, effective, caring, responsive and well-led they are, using four levels:
- Outstanding - The service is performing exceptionally well.
- Good - The service is performing well and meeting our expectations.
- Requires Improvement - The service isn't performing as well as it should and we have told the service how it must improve.
- Inadequate - The service is performing badly and we've taken action against the person or organisation that runs it.
- Not rated - we have not yet rated this area of the service, this is normally because the assessments we have carried out have been focused on other key questions.
Bed Vacancies
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Awards / Recognitions (1)
- 30 Jan 2026Recipient: Tanglewood Care Homes
Accreditations
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Meet the Team (6)

Personal experiences led me to switch from retail management to pursuing a career in care. I started my journey as a support worker in 2016. My main goal was to repay the care and kindness of the people involved in my own families care and rehabilitation. I have a wealth of knowledge from working in various different settings, in varied roles with different client groups. I have been lucky to have worked with fabulous managers who have helped me develop, grow and achieve my ambitions so far.
I am committed and passionate about providing a safe, welcoming and happy home for the people that live, visit and work at the service. Prioritizing the physical, emotional and social needs of our residents and staff.
I have self-funded my own learning and have completed The Certificate of Higher Education in Adult Health and Social Care and gained a Level 5 qualification in Leadership and Management for Adult Care. I am keen to work towards level 6 and 7 qualifications in the future.
My proudest achievement has been being nominated for the Care Home Registered Manager Award for the Lincolnshire Care Awards two years running by the staff and residents at my previous service. I won the award in March 2024 and remain dedicated and proud of the work I do to make a real difference to people’s lives.
In my personal life I love animals and enjoy reading, learning, theatre, spending time with my family and walking. I am a proud Mum, Daughter and Wife. My family are very supportive, which enables me to have a calm and positive approach and dedicate myself to the work I do to enhance people’s lives.

"I joined the team at Tanglewood in December 2021 . My background was 26 years in the hospitality sector. I wanted to do something new, with better work life balance. I have found this along with a great sense of belonging and enjoy coming to work every day.."

“I have worked at Tanglewood for over 12 years. I started as a Senior Care Assistant and worked my way up to Deputy Manager. I love working at Tanglewood, we have a fantastic team, and the residents are wonderful, every day is a pleasure to be here.”

"I have worked in care since 2016 and wouldn't do anything else. I enjoy my role as Senior Care Assistant at Tanglewood and am proud that I am now also a qualified Nursing Assistant; I achieved my qualification at Tanglewood. My work is rewarding and means I meet the most amazing people. Our residents make coming to work a genuine pleasure and every day brings something new."

"I am a Senior Care Assistant at Tanglewood, Horncastle"

"Making sure the home is clean and well presented for residents makes me proud of the job we do. I love working at home and being part of a team who genuinely cares about residents and the environment. Tanglewood Care Home is a great home."
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