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Lincroft Meadow Care Home

The Moors, Kidlington, Oxfordshire OX5 2AA
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"Thank you" for looking after my mum who is so precious to me.Niki P(Daughter of Resident/Service User)
Lincroft Meadow Care Home, Kidlington
I assure you this care team is the gold standard.Gill G(Daughter of Resident/Service User)
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Very friendly staff and always on hand when needed.Shane B(Son-in-law of Resident/Service User)
Lincroft Meadow Care Home, Kidlington

Lincroft Meadow Care Home is an exceptional home in the heart of Kidlington in Oxfordshire. The home provides residential, nursing, respite and dementia care for individuals with a range of differing health needs. As well as having an experienced and passionate team of carers and nurses, Lincroft Meadow provides comfortable, modern and spacious surroundings perfect for delivering the very best care.

The home features a café perfect for spending time...  

Care Provided by Lincroft Meadow Care Home

Primary Care Categories

  • Older Person Care
  • Dementia
  • Physical Disability
  • Visual / Hearing Impairment

Length of Stay

  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care

Care Types Provided

  • Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
  • For a maximum of 70 Service Users

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)

Facilities

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

Funding & Fees

Weekly Charges per Person

Type of carePermanentRespite
Residential CareFrom £1,935N/A
Nursing CareFrom £2,190N/A

The home provides person-centred dementia care, as well as respite stays for those seeking a short-term break or convalescence care following illness or surgery.

Their Weekly Fee rate is dependent on the type of room you choose to reside in and will be confirmed once we have carried out a pre-admission needs assessment.

This assessment helps them to fully understand the level of care and support required by each individual and to ensure that they are able to meet those care needs.

For those requiring nursing care, you may be eligible for Funded Nursing Care (FNC). If awarded, this contribution will be deducted from your weekly fee.

Please call them to discuss availability and arrange a visit.

Contact Lincroft Meadow Care 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

Person in charge

  • Elaine Ratcliffe(Home Manager)

Local Authority / Social Services

Admission Information

  • Ages 50+

Care Home Design/Build

  • Purpose Built: Yes
  • Number of floors: 2

Room Information

  • Single Rooms (70)
  • Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (70)

Visiting

  • Visitors welcome at any time.

Parking

  • Ample parking available on site.

Lincroft Meadow Care Home Reviews (193)

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9.9

Lincroft Meadow Care Home has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.852) out of 10, based on 38 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Lincroft Meadow Care Home has 193 reviews.

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Review from Louise T (Niece of Resident) published on 11 February 2020 Submitted via Website
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My Uncle has been in Lincroft since October 2019 after a hospital stay and deciding to move into a nursing home, what a gem Lincroft is, it's a beautiful home, with lovely surroundings, a beautiful bistro area where residents, their family and friends can all enjoy a choice of hot/cold drinks and yummy cake!
All the staff that we've met over the last five months have been so very kind, caring, attentive to my uncles nursing needs and helpful to us all in getting my uncle used to the new way of life his new home!
The activities run twice a day, with lots to keep everyone amused, my uncle enjoyed his visits to the gym at the home greatly.
The chef cooked meals fresh every day and with my uncle being on a very restricted diet, I know it was challenging on occasions, but he succeeded!

The nurses are all lovely and have cared for my uncle so well, we feel that Lincroft is a safe, happy and contented place to be and my uncle was very happy!

Reply from Elaine Ratcliffe, Home Manager at Lincroft Meadow Care Home

Thank you for taking the time to share your experience. We're so pleased your uncle has settled in so well and that he is enjoying life at Lincroft Meadow so much. Best wishes.

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Review from H B (Son of Resident) published on 22 January 2020 Submitted via Postal Card
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Lincroft Meadow provides a very high standard of care in an excellent set of facilities with compassion and sensitivity. Their response to any concerns I have raised has invariably been prompt, professional and caring. I would recommend them wholeheartedly.

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Review from H C (Friend of Resident) published on 27 December 2019 Submitted via Postal Card
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I have been visiting a family friend regularly for the last year. The staff and management are always extremely helpful. The rooms are spacious, clean and comfortable. I have been here when the food is served and there is always a good choice of nutritious food. There are always plenty of interesting activities and outside trips arranged, which our friend participates in and enjoys. The home is of such a high standard that we wanted to move a family member here. Unfortunately, his poor health meant a move would have been detrimental but the management were particularly helpful and supportive during the process. Thanks to all staff for all their help.

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Review from Paul H (Son of Resident) published on 2 December 2019 Submitted via Website
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We found the whole experience of dealing with the Lincroft Meadow Care Home to be exemplary. Every member of staff made us feel very comfortable, they were very efficient and took great care of my dad.

I would highly recommend this care home to anyone.

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Review from B Y (Brother of Resident) published on 21 November 2019 Submitted via Postal Card
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My brother was very lucky to spend his last weeks at Lincroft.

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Review from Chris S (Niece of Resident) published on 14 November 2019 Submitted via Website
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A lovely care home where my relative was looked after most attentively. The care home staff were very kind and friendly. The easy access to the large garden and the bistro area with hot drinks available at all hours were particularly appreciated. I would have no hesitation in recommending this home to others and am very grateful for the care that my relative received.

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Review from J M (Resident / Service User) published on 8 November 2019 Submitted via Postal Card
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Staff very caring and helpful, to one another and to residents.
Food delicious, staff very helpful about special diets.

Good choice of activities. Lovely garden. High standard of cleanliness. Furniture too big for me. I am small and thin.

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Review from Karen D (Friend of Resident) published on 18 October 2019 Submitted via Website
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My friend was at Lincroft Meadow for eight weeks before she passed away. During that time the staff were friendly to myself and very supportive of my friend. They took time to explain the care my friend was receiving along with how and why things were done. I know that my friend enjoyed their company.
As my friend entered her last days the support I personally received from members of my friend's care team (thank you), and management (thank you) was above and beyond what I could have imagined. I felt they too were on the journey with us and were not just there for my friend but for her friends as well. The memory of the hugs and the kind words is a lasting memory, and very precious. To know that my friend was surrounded by love and care when her friends were not at her side is a great comfort. The staff there are a great team and deserve recognition of that fact.

Thank you again.

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Review from V K (Daughter of Resident) published on 7 October 2019 Submitted via Postal Card
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Mum is very happy, the staff friendly and helpful. I, myself, feel content knowing mum is in safe hands.

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Review from L G (Son of Resident) published on 4 September 2019 Submitted via Postal Card
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Initial respite from home, loved it so much. Mum decided to become a permanent resident. Have not regretted since.

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Review from M S (Husband of Resident) published on 4 September 2019 Submitted via Postal Card
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My wife has received good attention from all of the staff who have helped her during her stay here so far. Thank you.

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Review from E S (Resident / Service User) published on 6 August 2019 Submitted via Postal Card
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As a resident patient jointly with my wife (who requires nursing care) for only the first 1 and a half weeks at Lincroft Meadow Care Home in Kidlington, I can rate the experience from the preliminaries in all respects as truly outstanding in every aspect: first contact, inspection, arrangements, management, staff, carers, furnishings and housekeeping - all exceeded expectations and, indeed, surpassed anticipations. It's too early to assess the experience, but so far it truly deserves to be regarded as 'OUTSTANDING' - very human and humane, caring, understanding, professional and encouraging.

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Review from Ann H (Wife of Resident) published on 23 July 2019 Submitted via Postal Card
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I am very happy with the overall care my husband receives. The staff are friendly and very helpful.

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Review from K P (Sister of Resident) published on 7 June 2019 Submitted via Postal Card
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My sister is very happy here and has improved a lot since she came here. The care is excellent.

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Review from Shirley H (Sister-in-law of Resident) published on 13 May 2019 Submitted via Postal Card
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Very friendly and always somebody to help the residents.

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Review from A H (Friend of Resident) published on 8 May 2019 Submitted via Postal Card
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This is where the people come first and the staff are very friendly and helpful. Nothing is too much trouble. Food is first class and rooms are very clean and tidy.

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Review from L A (Daughter-in-law of Resident) published on 8 May 2019 Submitted via Postal Card
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All the staff are very friendly and provide excellent care to their residents.

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Review from Alana D (Wife of Resident) published on 5 February 2019 Submitted via Website
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We cannot praise Lincroft Meadow highly enough. The staff are well trained, friendly, efficient and supportive. My husband had multiple medical needs and all were managed with care, friendliness and well qualified medical efficiency. The staff not only looked after the patient but also supported members of our family through tough times, especially the management of end of life care with the support of the local GP practice. The accommodation is light and airy, but with all the equipment needed for patient care as well as comfortable furniture both in private and public rooms. It is a joy to walk into the reception area and to be greeted by the staff, who treat all residents, their family and friends, with respect and friendliness - not to mention coffee and cakes! For those who are more independent, there is encouragement to interact with friends and family in the area which means there are always friends and family visiting.

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Review from Rita M (Friend of Resident) published on 8 January 2019 Submitted via Postal Card
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My friend has been in Lincroft Meadow Care Home for 2 months now and I have seen how he has improved in wellbeing and stimulation to join in with everything. For him, who has no family, it is lovely to see him well cared for and happy. Staff are lovely and look after him well.

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Review from K L (Partner of Resident) published on 30 November 2018 Submitted via Postal Card
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The care home is bright and well furnished. I sometimes feel the food is not always consistent and would like to see more fresh vegetables which are lightly cooked and not covered in sauces. Also, some fresh fruit (satsumas, bananas, apples) that residents could help themselves to.

Also, some more varied activities that use the resident's minds so the day is not so long.

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Date: 15 October 2025
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  • EffectiveGood
  • ResponsiveGood
  • SafeGood
  • Well-ledGood
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  • 27 Jul 2026

    Congratulations to Daniel on being awarded our most recent Employee of the Month. Daniel was nominated by our colleagues, residents and relatives for always being cheerful and compassionate and for...

  • 14 Jul 2026

    We are thrilled to announce that we have been named a Top 10 Medium Provider by later life care platform Lottie. Lottie's winners are selected based on a robust, data-driven...

  • 26 Jun 2026

    Here at Lincroft Meadow we are delighted to share images of our fabulous new knitted meadow that is now proudly on display at the front of our home. The stunning...

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Meet the Team (6)

Elaine Ratcliffe
Elaine RatcliffeJob Title:Home ManagerJoined: 2017

Hello, my name is Elaine Ratcliffe, and I am the Home Manager here at Lincroft Meadow.

I joined the Lincroft Meadow team when our home was still a building site, so I have truly been here since the beginning! It was wonderful to see our home develop, but the most special moment for us was when we opened our doors and welcomed our very first residents.

I have worked in the care sector for 17 years, starting as a care assistant and working my way up to management roles. I am passionate about caring for our senior community, and I'm proud that my team share the same values.

My door is always open, so do pop in and see us whenever you'd like!

Sheryl Despi
Sheryl DespiJob Title:Deputy ManagerJoined: 2017

Hello, my name is Sheryl Despi, and I am the Deputy Manager here at Lincroft Meadow.

I work alongside Elaine, the Home Manager, to ensure that the quality of care delivered in our home is nothing short of excellent. I am a registered nurse by profession and have worked in the UK for more than 15 years. Like every member of our team, I am passionate about providing the best possible care for our residents.

Emma Phillips
Emma PhillipsJob Title:Non-Clinical Deputy ManagerJoined: 2024

Hello, my name is Emma, and I am the Non-Clinical Deputy Manager here at Lincroft Meadow.

I have been working in care since 2009, and I started my care career working in extra care and domiciliary care, providing care to people in their own homes. I have been a supervisor in an extra care setting for two years. In 2015, I moved to working in a care home and became a team leader. I have experience in dementia, nursing, intermediate and residential care.

I am passionate about working in care, and I feel privileged to have the opportunity to make a difference in our residents' lives every day.

Suzanne Morgan
Suzanne MorganJob Title:Client Services ManagerJoined: 2019

Hello, my name is Suzi Morgan, and I am the Client Services Manager here at Lincroft Meadow.

Having worked in the care industry in a variety of roles for over sixteen years, I joined the team at Lincroft Meadow four years ago and can honestly say it is the nicest home I have ever worked in. There is a genuine team spirit here at Lincroft Meadow that makes it a pleasure to come to work every day.

My role as client services manager involves supporting people through the process of choosing a care home, and I find it incredibly rewarding to be able to provide guidance, reassurance and compassion at what is often a difficult time for individuals and their loved ones. I love the opportunity to be able to help every step of the way, from touring our home and moving to take advantage of everything we have to offer our residents.

Please do not hesitate to book a visit if you are considering a move either sometime soon or in the future – a warm welcome awaits you!

Charlotte H
Charlotte HJob Title:Activities and Wellbeing CoordinatorJoined: 2024

Hello, my name is Charlotte Hewett, and I am the Activities Coordinator here at Lincroft Meadow.

Having studied Sport and Exercise Sciences for Health, I have developed an understanding and appreciation of the value of meaningful activities on an individual’s physical and mental wellbeing. Since working at Lincroft Meadow, it has been a delight to see our residents engage in the different activities we organise and the positive impact this has on their lives.

My team and I are passionate about offering a wide range of activities that cover a variety of interests, helping our residents improve their physical, social, and mental well-being. As a team, we strive to provide person-centred activities for all of our residents.

Kerry Paintin
Kerry PaintinJob Title:Home TrainerJoined: 2020

Hello, my name is Kerry, and I am the Home Trainer here at Lincroft Meadow.

I have over 15 years of experience in health and social care, from being a private carer to working in domiciliary care, and for the last nine years, I have worked in care homes. I joined Lincroft Meadow as a Health Care Assistant in 2020 and have been a Home Trainer since 2022.

I aim to ensure our team have the training and support necessary to provide our residents with top-quality care. In my role, I promote person-centred care and always speak to our residents for feedback. I love working with our team in the home, and not only sharing my knowledge and experience but learning from them too. I believe that small changes matter and can benefit an individual in all areas of their life.

I have a variety of qualifications, including a Level 3 Award in Education and Training, a Level 2 in Health and Social Care and a Level 4 Advanced Moving and Handling Trainer. Since August 2025, I have been undertaking my Level 4 Learning and Skills Mentor qualification.

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