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Day to day running of the Home is led by the Registered Manager, who as a Registered General Nurse, works "Hands on" acting...
Care Provided by Wren Hall Nursing Home
Primary Care Categories
- Older Person Care
- Dementia
- Mental Health Condition
- Physical Disability
Length of Stay
- Permanent Care
- Respite Care
Care Types Provided
- Nursing 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
- Convalescent Care
- Acquired Brain Injury (ABI)
- Day Care
Facilities
- Own Furniture if required
- Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
- 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
Weekly Charges per Person
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact Wren Hall Nursing Home for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact Wren Hall 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)
Support you may be entitled to
- If you chose a care home based in England, you may be eligible for NHS Funded Nursing Care (FNC), which helps cover the cost of nursing. This is worth £267.68 per week and is usually paid directly to the care home.
Good to Know
Group / Owner
- Church Farm Care
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Anita Astle(Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Ages 45+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: Yes
- Year Purpose Built: 1989
- Last Refurbishment: 2011
- Number of floors: 1
Room Information
- Single Rooms (41)
- Couples/Companion Rooms (7)
- Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (25)
Visiting
- Wren Hall is open to visitors 24/7.
Parking
- Wren Hall has specific visitor parking situated near the entrance of the building and has disabled parking.
Wren Hall Nursing Home Reviews (96)
Wren Hall Nursing Home has a Review Score of 9.7 (9.736) out of 10, based on 16 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Wren Hall Nursing Home has 96 reviews.
He moved to Wren Hall after spending time in hospital and needed continuing care.
Wren Hall was my first choice for him, thankfully a room soon became available.
My friend couldn't continue living at home even with care in place. I have full confidence in the team to manage his needs, he is treated with respect and It's reassuring to know he is clean, and has plenty to eat and drink,
snacks and treats are offered at regular intervals . My friend isn't mixing well but does join in activities if encouraged, from what I've witnessed no one is left out. In fine weather residents can access the amazing gardens, sometimes there is entertainment outdoors, being there on a regular basis I have enjoyed many musicians entertaining the residents, there are also animals brought in, giving residents the chance to hold creatures such as snakes!! I believe Wren Hall has given him some life back...
Thank you for your wonderful review and for taking the time to share your experience.
We are delighted to hear that your friend has settled well at Wren Hall and that you have confidence in our team to support his needs. Providing compassionate, person-centred care that promotes dignity, comfort...
She has already made friends there, which has been lovely to see. The caring staff, catering team, and registered nurses treat her with genuine respect-exactly how they would want their own family members to be treated. Their patience, kindness, and professionalism have made a huge difference to her wellbeing.
The facilities at Wren Hall are excellent, but the gardens deserve a special mention. They are beautifully maintained, peaceful, and one of my mum's favourite places to relax. She also enjoys taking part in visits outside the home whenever possible. Which enhances her quality of life.
It has been a privilege to support your mum since joining us full time in January 2026, especially as she was already a valued member of our Christine Bates Day...
The home is kept immaculately clean, and the food that I have had has been fabulous.
Each and every resident is encouraged to take part in the many activities that are offered. The garden is amazing with ample seating for when the weather is suitable. The garden is also used for summer events which are wonderful to attend, with so much thought going into them. A lot of activities are worked around the calendar, such as Valentine's day, Easter, Halloween, Christmas etc.
Wren Hall is such a homely friendly place to be.
We are especially grateful for your support as Joan's friend and Power of Attorney. It's wonderful to hear that you feel she is treated with...
Dad was welcomed in to Wren Hall which felt like a home from home. As visitors we are always warmly received and greeted with smiles. Everyone is so approachable.The staff care for dad with dignity and respect despite his complex health needs. With the amazing training the staff understand dementia and as such provide care and support to amazing standards. I am also impressed with the cleanliness of the home which I'm sure can be a difficult job with all the spills and accidents. Communication with family members with regular relatives meetings is also helpful.
Thank you for taking the time to review Wren Hall. We are delighted to receive your positive review. We pride ourselves on offering the best care and service possible. We take comments and ratings as an opportunity to support continuous improvement, and to this end, we are currently working on...
My Mother was a participant of the a Day Care Centre for nearly 18 months, during this time I was impressed with the total care package provided by the organisation. When my mother deteriorated to the point of requiring additional support, Wren Hall was the logical next step, this has proved to be an excellent choice as she settled into life at Wren Hall quicker than anticipated. This is down to the dedication of all the staff and the attention to detail to my mother's needs.
Thank you for taking the time to review Wren Hall.We are delighted to read your glowing review. We appreciate how hard it is to relinquish a loved one into the care of others. We are privileged to have the honour of caring for your Mum.Kind regards Anita
My mum has been cared for at Wren Hall since October 2024 when she had to move from her previous care home. The care she receives is quite exceptional. The training the care teams are given means they understand the true nature of Alzheimer's and therefore cope with my mum's challenging behaviours with love and respect. I always receive a warm welcome from the staff when I visit as well. I can't praise Wren Hall enough.
Thank you for taking time to review Wren Hall and for you compliments.It is our privilege to have your Mum trusted into our care. As a learning organisation committed to continuous improvement, I would like to know how we improve our service. I would welcome the opportunity to meet with you to understand more about improving our food and drink; our rooms ; facilities; value for money. Thank you
Our Dad was cared for so wonderfully by the staff at Wren Hall for 7 and a half years. He was treated with respect and love the whole time, and when he was end of life, the care of not just Dad but also us as a family was amazing.
Thank you for taking the time to write this review. Team Wren Hall truly appreciates the heartache experienced when relinquishing a loved one to the care of others. We hope we ease some of that pain through our care and support.
My general opinion and experience of Wren Hall is outstanding for the care, support and attention given to both me and my husband. Nothing is too much trouble, and their staff and management go the extra mile to make sure our respite journey is smooth and stress-free. Knowing my husband is cared for and supported so well by Wren Hall staff gives me the confidence to enjoy and relax during his respite. Therefore, all benefit from the help of Wren Hall.
Thank you for taking the time to review our care. We appreciate the turmoil experienced when relinquishing a loved one into the care of others and we feel honoured that you have trusted your husband into our care.We pride ourselves in providing an outstanding service which we aim to continuously...
Lovely setting, nice garden, friendly, relaxed family home. Atmosphere is really nice, staff kind approachable, helpful and caring. I am so glad my mum is being cared for here she has a wonderful room for her many needs which are met as much as they possibly can be. We are so thankful mum is living at Wren Hall now she can't live at home, giving us peace of mind.
I am delighted to read your glowing review.Thank you for taking the time to review Wren Hall. We appreciate it is hard to relinquish the care of a loved one to others and we feel privileged that you feel able to trust your Mum into our care.
There are some activities which Mum really enjoys such as ball games and chair balloon batting. She really likes to be useful and enjoys activities like washing and drying some dishes. In her past she has been an accomplished flower arranger. It would be lovely if there were opportunities for her to do some of this.
She loves the company of young children and thoroughly enjoys seeing as well as spending time with them. She has always been very sociable and loves chatting. More opportunities to do so with residents or day care attendees would be greatly appreciated. This has been discussed with staff in the past, but not yet put in place.
Thank you for taking the time to review Wren Hall. I am pleased to read that our whole team is very caring, nothing is too much trouble and that your Mum has developed some lovely relationships.We are aware that your Mum likes to be useful and she has been pairing socks, washing dishes and dusting....
Kind and understanding staff, who made you feel welcome at any time of day. Obliging and helpful to the end. End of life was dignified for my wife, would recommend to any person needing care. Mandy thanks.
Thank you for taking time to leave this review.We understand the heartache experienced in moving a loved one into a care home. We are delighted that you chose Wren Hall as 'home' for your wife. We were honoured to care for your wife and feel privileged to have supported your family. Thanks
He is being looked after very well and I would recommend this home to people with similar needs.
Thank you for taking the time to review Wren Hall.It is our privilege to support your husband and we are delighted that you have chosen Wren Hall.Please share with us how you feel we can improve the areas that you have given us 4 stars for. We are committed to continuous improvement and any suggestions are always welcome.Thanks
When faced with a difficult decision of how my mum's end of life care should be managed, a visit to Wren Hall and home visits by a senior member of staff reassured me that this was the right place for Mum's final weeks. From the cleaners to the maintenance team, from the cooks to the office staff, from the carers to the incredibly skilled nurses, everyone we met over her 4 weeks was kind, caring and went the extra mile. When Mum entered her final day I wouldn't have changed a thing and Mum's passing was as beautiful as it could have been. The presence of the relative's room was completely invaluable. Thank you.
Thank you for taking the time to complete this review. It was a privilege to have cared for your Mum. Thank you for choosing Wren Hall.We are committed to giving the best care and service. When you have the time, I'd value you letting me know how we could improve our food offering and our safety....
Wren Hall is friendly and welcoming. In Woodnook Lounge the staff work as a team, interacting well and setting the home for the lounge. When not involved in a specific task they will spend quality time sitting with a resident. Activities are provided and the residents are given the independence and freedom commensurate with their needs. Personal care is discreet. Nursing and day-to-day care are of the highest standard. A visit is always a pleasure.
What lovely feedback to read, thank you for taking the time to leave us a 5-star review and we are glad that your visits are always a pleasure. Thank you.
I am writing to express my heartfelt gratitude for the exceptional care and support provided by the staff at Wren Hall Nursing Home to my mum. The compassion, dedication, and professionalism demonstrated by the care staff have made a significant difference in her well-being and quality of life. The care team has consistently gone above and beyond to ensure my mum's comfort, dignity, and happiness. Their attentive and personalised approach has not only met her physical needs but also supported her emotionally, which has been incredibly reassuring for our family. Their efforts have made a profound difference, and we are deeply grateful for their unwavering support. We are truly grateful for the exceptional care provided and for the peace of mind it brings to know that my mum is in such capable and caring hands. Thank you once again for all that you do. Warm regards.
Thank you for taking the time to review Wren Hall. Your kind words of praise are greatly appreciated. We also appreciate you trusting your Mum into our care.
The family members and residents are cared for with much dignity and friendliness but in a very professional manner. The residence is kept very clean and tidy by excellent cleaners. The catering is perhaps a little inconsistent but the food is wholesome and varied. At about 3-month intervals family members or friends are invited to have excellent special meals with their loved ones. There are lovely extensive gardens where family members can be taken around and can observe the trees and flowers. This home has a reputation of being the best for many miles around. No wonder it recently had a waiting list of 88!
Your review means a lot to us, and we thank you for taking the time to complete. We would appreciate your suggestions on how you feel we could improve our catering to make it more consistent.
Wren Hall is a home-from-home. I feel my husband is cared for, treated with respect and attended to when necessary. Food is varied and the carers are among the best.
Wren Hall is proud to be able to provide a home from home for your husband and it is our privilege to be able to care for him. Thank you for your feedback, it is greatly appreciated.
My elderly mum and dad have been attending the day centre, once a week, for 12 weeks now. Dad has Alzheimer's and Mum was really struggling to be home alone with Dad 24 hours a day. Attending the day centre has really lifted Mum's spirits, she looks forward to it every week. The staff are absolutely marvellous. They are very attentive, caring and considerate but also make their time here fun and happy. Dad always comes home smiling. I would certainly recommend it to anyone thinking of using this wonderful centre.
Our Day Centre is privileged to be able to support your mum and dad on a weekly basis. We are pleased to know that they enjoy attending and that we are able to promote their well-being. Thank you for taking the time to leave this review, it really is great to know what a positive benefit the services we provide have on those who live in the community.
My first experience of Wren Hall began in May 2023 when my mother-in-law was a resident. She was so well looked after and was treated with care and compassion and was very happy from day 1 until she passed in December 2023. Now another chapter my mum is in Wren Hall and is being treated with the same care, which is second to none. The nursing levels are first class, as Mum has leg issues with ulcers, we are informed of every decision made on Mum's behalf.
Thank you for taking the time to review Wren Hall Nursing Home. Thank you for your kind words. We are honoured that you have chosen Wren Hall as a home for your mother-in-law.
Mum has been attending Christine Bates Day Centre since December 2023 and she loves it. She initially started with one day a week and has currently increased to two days. The staff are great very warm and friendly. They really care, not just about the people attending the centre but also about the relatives, it really is like being part of an extended family. The activities are always at the level of all attending the sessions. Keep up the good work and thank you, everyone.
Thank you for taking the time to review Wren Hall's Christine Bates Centre. We are delighted that you feel that we care about relatives as well as those using our services. Thank you for choosing Christine Bates to support your mum, we feel privileged!
Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 17 January 2020Outstanding
- CaringOutstanding
- EffectiveOutstanding
- ResponsiveOutstanding
- SafeOutstanding
- Well-ledOutstanding
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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Meet the Team (1)

Anita is Registered Manager at Wren Hall Nursing Home.
She trained as a Registered General Nurse in 1984 at the Nottingham School of Nursing, University Hospital, Nottingham. Qualifying in 1987, Anita worked as a Staff Nurse in the Burns Unit at Nottingham City Hospital before moving to Basildon and Thurrock Health Authority to undertake the English National Board (ENB) full-time course in Burns and Plastic Surgery Nursing. Upon completion of this course, she returned to Nottingham City Hospital to work in the Intensive Care Unit. She worked on this unit for two years before leaving in 1990 to run Wren Hall Nursing Home on a full-time basis.
Anita has gained a wealth of experience relating to the Care of Older People in Nursing Homes; she has commissioned newly built homes, managed groups of homes, liaised with both Health Authorities and Local Authorities and represented the independent sector at a local, regional and national level. Anita has been a proactive member of the Nottinghamshire Care Homes Association since 1993, holding positions as Company Secretary, Chairman and Nurse Advisor. Through this role, Anita has worked at a strategic level with stakeholders to raise standards within care homes. Anita was a non-executive director of Ashfield Primary Care Trust for a period of 5 years. Anita currently sits on the Board for Skills for Care and is the Regional Chair for the East Midlands Region.
In 2001, Anita completed a BSc (Hons) degree in Nursing and gained the English National Board (ENB) Higher Award as an Advanced Nurse Practitioner. Anita also holds NVQ level 5 in Operational Management. Anita completed the Dementia Care Mapping Course in January 2009 and she gained the qualification for Advanced Dementia Care Mapper in November 2009. Anita is currently working towards gaining a Masters with Nottingham Trent University.
Between 2012 and 2015 Anita worked 3 days a fortnight, for the Community Programme – a transformational team based at Nottingham City Hospital where she was Organisational Development Lead improving leadership, knowledge and skills within Care Homes across Nottingham/shire.
Anita was awarded the MBE in the New Year’s Honours list 2014 for 'services to older people'.Anita has a real passion for quality care, workforce development and improving Dementia care.
Anita has had responsibility for the day-to-day management of Wren Hall Nursing Home for the past Thirty years and has loved every second of it!
Frequently Asked Questions about Wren Hall Nursing Home
What types of Care is Wren Hall Nursing Home registered for?
Older Person Care, Dementia, Mental Health Condition, Physical Disability are the registered (by the Care Quality Commission) categories of Care.
How many Rooms does Wren Hall Nursing Home have?
There are 41 Single Rooms and 7 Couples/Companion Rooms.
What are the Facilities & Services at Wren Hall Nursing Home?
Own Furniture if required, Pet Friendly (or by arrangement), 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 are some of the Facilities & Services.
How far is Wren Hall Nursing Home to the centre of Nottingham?
10.3 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.
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