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Situated in the heart of Castleford, the care home offers clean and cosy bedrooms, large communal areas, accessible outdoor space and ample room to socialise or relax.
Rated ‘Good’ by the CQC (October 2025), the home supports a wide range of needs, including mobility, personal care and...
Care Provided by Castleford Lodge Nursing Home
Primary Care Categories
- Older Person Care
- Dementia
- Visual / Hearing Impairment
Length of Stay
- Permanent Care
- Respite Care
Care Types Provided
- Residential Care
- Nursing Care
- Dementia Nursing Care
- For a maximum of 60 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)
Facilities
- Own Furniture if required
- Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
- Close to Local shops
- Near Public Transport
- Lift
- Wheelchair Access
- Gardens
- Residents Kitchenette
- Phone Point in own room
- Television point in own room
- Residents Internet Access
Funding & Fees
Contact Castleford Lodge 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
- Orchard Healthcare Group
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Sarah Golden-Hill (Home Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Ages 65+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: Yes
- Year Purpose Built: 1997
- Last Refurbishment: 2020
- Number of floors: 2
Room Information
- Single Rooms (60)
Visiting
- Visitors welcome anytime.
Parking
- Free on-site parking.
Castleford Lodge Nursing Home Reviews (46)
Castleford Lodge Nursing Home has a Review Score of 9.2 (9.166) out of 10, based on 14 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Castleford Lodge Nursing Home has 46 reviews.
Castleford lodge staff are truly amazing , every person working there has a welcoming smile , and all residents are treated with the love and care they deserve, I have never had to visit a relative in a care home setting before , but I would recommend Castleford lodge without hesitation , I cannot fault any aspect of the care home or the staff , thank you Sarah and all the staff I've had the pleasure of meeting
Can i start by thanking you Dave for taking the time to complete a review on Castleford Lodge. Your kind words around the staff and the way that you and your loved one was treated and that you could not fault any aspects of the care home. I will be passing our your review to the whole team at the home and again tank you again.
We have had our faith restored since my Mum went into Castleford Lodge last April. She is cared for correctly, fed at meal times and interacted with.
My mum's falls have been reduced massively and our family can now rest knowing we don't have to visit if we don't want to.
The meals are varied and appealing with plenty of choices for all diets.
The staff are friendly,,approachable and honest which is so important to us as a family,
We wish we had moved my Mum here right from the start.
Can i just start by thanking you for taking the time to complete the review for Castleford lodge. I have to thank you for your kind words in relation to the way that your mum has settled into Castleford. Our approach is to ensure that the transition from one setting to another is smooth and that...
The staff at the care home are lovely and nothing is too much trouble, they are all kind and helpful and treat the residents like friends. The kitchen staff are great, they make lovely meals and always treat the residents when its their Birthday making cakes and singing to them. Christmas was a really special event, the manager Sarah and her wife Jackie came in dressed as elves making it a really great day, they always go the extra mile getting the residents up singing and dancing making sure they enjoy themselves. My mum is happy living here, she walks around the home chatting to everyone. Keep up the good work Castleford Lodge.
Hello, can i take this opportunity to thank you for such lovely words about Castleford Lodge and the team that we have working here. The staff will always go ensure that each person is given time to make them feel special ensuring that they are receiving the care and treatment that they need....
My wife worked on the MacMillan ward for 10 years and said the care and compassion given to my mum, myself and our family at the most difficult time of our lives by the staff at Castleford Lodge was second to none.
No amount of words can express the gratitude and love we feel for the team. They work so hard and always provided a high level of care . We are forever indebted to you. Thank you .
The staff here at Castleford take pride in the care that they deliver to everyone in our care and the full team continue to...
My dad moved from a care home a year ago to reside at Castleford Lodge. It was very different, but the lovely staff made him welcome, and in very little time, he settled in well, which was very comforting. His health gradually deteriorated, and on our last usual visit, it was obvious he had little time left. The nurses were amazing, explaining end of life care, and when the time came, I and my daughter were with him as he passed. They were so kind and respectful and made a huge difference to a daunting experience. I can't praise them enough.
Hello Jane thank you for taking the time to fill out the review for Castleford lodge. I would like to thank you for the kind words that you have wrote in relation to the care and support that you and your dad received from the nursing team and the care staff. I will be passing this information...
As a family we are grateful that nana got a placement as she was EOL and needed caring for, but there were issues that should not be overlooked. The night before nana passed she was in pain and discomfort. We asked for help from 3 staff members, and was given different information each time, after having to chase for updates. Nobody seemed to know what to do. I was told false information, that nana would need a doctor to come out and this would be looked at the next day. I knew that an OOH nurse could be called and I had to do this myself as a senior staff member said they had tried 4 times and received no answer, which has never been the case when calling the OOH service. Staff appeared reluctant to make initial contact, and offered no reassurance, which is not fair for a lady in pain nearing the end of her life. Also when nana needed to use toilet facilities, a commode was wheeled in, which did not sit right with us, and regardless of cleaning does not appear hygienic or dignified.
Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review, we value your feedback and assure you that we take this very seriously. The safety, comfort and wellbeing of all residents here at Castleford Lodge is of paramount importance to us. I would like to personally reassure you that I am on hand and...
Staff are always happy to help, they take exceptional care and support, with my dad. Always reassuring him about his concerns, and mine. I've seen my dad go from strength to strength over the past month, and this is down to the care he receives from all the staff involved with his care. The management team are always on hand also.
Thank you for your kind words and and lovely views of the home and the staff. It is good to know that you feel reassured and happy with the progress that your dad has made and the home and team will continue to care and support him. I will pass over your kind words to the whole team.
Mum moved into Castleford Lodge at the beginning of January, the staff welcomed her and all our family and Mum has settled really well. The staff are attentive and caring from domestic staff, kitchen staff to carers. So far we could not be more pleased. Well done Castleford Lodge.
Thank you for taking the time to complete the review of Castleford Lodge nursing home it was lovely to read that your mum and the family was welcomed when arriving at the home. I will also pass over to the whole staff team your kind words around them been attentive and caring and that you are pleased with the way that your mum is cared for and how well she has settled in.
My dad first went here for respite care and has been well looked after and his needs met. Staff are always pleasant and helpful and willing to help. He is now a permanent resident and things are changing under new management all for the better in my opinion. Clean and tidy rooms and always there to help.
Can I start by taking this opportunity to thank you for taking the time to complete the review of Castleford Lodge. I am pleased to find that following the respite care that your dad received you have made the decision to make him a permanent person in the home. I am also happy to read that the...
Beautiful place. Clean safe an warm friendly staff who are caring and compassionate and very good at their jobs. My mum as come on in leaps and bounds since arriving at Castleford Lodge Nursing Home and is very looked after.
Can I take this opportunity to thank you for taking the time to complete the review of Castleford Lodge Nursing Home and am so happy to hear that your mum is settled here and that you have found the staff to be kind, caring and that the environment is clean. Here at Castleford, we pride ourselves on delivering great care.
I have experience dealing with a few homes and this is by far the best I've found for my grans care needs, and my own peace of mind. I am so grateful for everything Orchard and the staff here do for my gran and I - I'd recommend this home to anyone.
Saskia, thank you for the very kind words about Castleford Lodge it is great to hear that your grandma has settled in well and that she feels that this was the right move for her at the time that she needed the support. I have read that your grandma is receiving social interaction which is an...
My mum was moved to the care home in March 2024. Difficult decision to make by myself and family due to my mum's deterioration in her health and care needs. Mum has settled well into the home where she's well cared for. Staff are lovely and caring. Thank you.
Thank you for taking the time to complete the review card for Castleford Lodge nursing home. It is a hard decision to make when placing a loved one in the care sector. I am pleased to hear that mum settled well in to Castleford and that you find the staff to be loving and caring. It is the homes...
A lot of time effort and care is given, by all staff in making sure that all residents needs are catered for. Lots of fun, great atmosphere, plenty of interaction from staff with residents and their families.
The management teams, door is always open to discuss any issues or queries. There is a proactive professional approach, to take on board any suggestions and to maintain a good working relationship with families of residents.
It's a difficult time, when a family has to put a family member into full time care. I can't thank Castleford Lodge enough, for all the help and support I have received from all the team. When I go home from visiting my mum, I feel confident leaving her in a safe environment, which is now her home.
Thank you for taking the time out to complete the review for Castleford Lodge. It is nice to hear that your mum has settled into her new home at Castleford. Reading the words that your has said that the staff in the home home treat her like a person and that nothing is too much trouble is lovely,...
Mum was moved here and from the beginning was assaulted on a regular basis. Many little incidents such as being bitten kicked and pushed over. She's blind and deaf but mobile. Caregivers were lovely but the manager etc couldn't wait to pass the buck. Apparently, it was mum's fault that the other residents were assaulting her. She seemed to be in permanent fear for her life. The homes' suggestion was mum pay extra for a 24-hour carer to keep her safe instead of the assaulter having to pay to protect others from her. Her next home was fantastic, worth every penny.
Thank you for your review for Castleford Lodge Nursing Home. I am sorry that the experience that both you and your mother had while she was staying at the home was not an enjoyable one. Following your mum's stay the home has a new manager in post and is focused on ensuring that the people that...
Would like to give a massive shout-out to all the staff at Castleford Lodge especially the ones on the top floor for assisting/helping and caring for my good lady, once again thank you all.
My mum came to Castleford Lodge from a dementia residential care home as she needed nursing. The staff have all made us and my mum feel welcome and having watched the care and interactions with the residents, I am so glad we found this home. The staff not only look after the residents but family too.
Many thanks for taking the time to leave a review for Castleford Lodge; your feedback is greatly appreciated. We aim to offer the best care possible for all our residents. I will pass on your comments to the team. Kind regards.
From arriving at Castleford Lodge, the staff and team have been caring and ensuring that my mum is supported with all her needs. This was a big move for my mum, but the team put her nerves at bay and made her feel like part of the family.
Thank you for this wonderful feedback. The team strives to provide the highest standard of care to all our residents. I will certainly pass on your comments to the staff team. Kind Regards.
Dad was sent to Castleford Lodge on the fast track from the hospital. On first impressions when visiting Dad I must admit I wasn't sure about the place. Dad was only at the acre home for a week as he sadly passed away but every time I did visit he was very well looked after by all the staff.
Dad had been in a care home then admitted to hospital, his needs were very complex, vascular dementia, COPD, the list goes on! It was decided he needed nursing care, the changeover to Castleford Lodge Nursing Home was faultless. Unfortunately, he declined rapidly and was only there three weeks until he passed. The care and kindness given to him were outstanding, I can not thank the staff enough for making his end of life comfortable, it means the world to me as his daughter. I would not hesitate in recommending the home, 10/10.
My husband was in for respite in 2022 and I was not very happy with his care. There was a shortage of staff and he didn't get the correct care he needs. Hence, he has come for respite again and I'm very happy he is getting the right care he needs. I have noticed a big difference in this care home.
Thank you, we do continually strive to improve our homes and the manager of this Castleford care home has made great strides in the running of the home.
Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 05 September 2025Good
- CaringGood
- 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
Please contact us for latest vacancies.
News (4) & Events (0)
- 01 Apr 2026
Orchard Care Homes are extremely proud to announce that Sarah Golden-Hill, Home Manager at Castleford Lodge Care Home, has raised almost £700 for Cancer Research UK! We joined Sarah as...
- 06 Feb 2026
Not only does our Wakefield nursing team pride themselves on outstanding care and genuine compassion, but they are always going the extra mile too. Recently, the team went above and...
- 03 Apr 2025
At Castleford Lodge Nursing Home, Jeanie and Sarah enjoyed a special Mother’s Day surprise, thanks to the fantastic team at our West Yorkshire care home. Jeanie Golden has lived at...
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Awards / Recognitions (4)
- 19 Feb 2026Recipient: Castleford Lodge Nursing Home
- 15 Jun 2024Recipient: Orchard Healthcare Group
- 16 Nov 2023Recipient: Orchard Healthcare Group
Accreditations
There are no accreditations posted yet for Castleford Lodge Nursing Home.
Meet the Team (1)

My name is Sarah, and I'm the interim Home Manager for Castleford Lodge Nursing Home. Since joining Orchard Care Homes, I've been lucky enough to work in several of our Yorkshire care homes, including Lofthouse Grange & Lodge and Nesfield Lodge. Now, I'm excited to be taking on this new challenge and helping to make a difference for our wonderful residents!
Frequently Asked Questions about Castleford Lodge Nursing Home
What types of Care is Castleford Lodge Nursing Home registered for?
Older Person Care, Dementia, Visual / Hearing Impairment are the registered (by the Care Quality Commission) categories of Care.
How many Rooms does Castleford Lodge Nursing Home have?
There are 60 Single Rooms.
What are the Facilities & Services at Castleford Lodge Nursing Home?
Own Furniture if required, Pet Friendly (or by arrangement), Close to Local shops, Near Public Transport, Lift, Wheelchair Access, Gardens, Residents Kitchenette, Phone Point in own room, Television point in own room, Residents Internet Access are some of the Facilities & Services.
How far is Castleford Lodge Nursing Home to the centre of Castleford?
0.1 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.
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