Woodlands Lodge

105 Church Road, Formby, Liverpool L37 3ND
Review Us
9.9 128 Reviews
  • Woodlands Lodge, Liverpool
Woodlands Lodge is a spacious and luxurious care home in Formby. The home offers elegant accommodation and a welcoming atmosphere, with convenient access to Liverpool and other parts of Merseyside.

At Woodlands Lodge, personal touches are at the heart of everything the team does. Their mission is to ensure that every resident enjoys a homely environment where they can truly flourish in a caring and nurturing setting.

Residents receive support with daily activities such as dressing, bathing, using the toilet, eating, medication supervision, shaving, oral care, and mobility. This thoughtful, person-centred approach ensures that each resident can live with dignity and confidence.
Show Woodlands Lodge on the Map

Care Provided by Woodlands Lodge

Primary Care Categories

  • Older Person Care
  • Dementia

Length of Stay

  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care

Care Types Provided

  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • For a maximum of 40 Service Users

Dementia Care Types

  • Mild Dementia
  • Moderate Dementia

Other Care Provided

  • Parkinson's Disease
  • COPD/Pulmonary Disease
  • Convalescent Care

Facilities

  • Own Furniture if required
  • Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
  • Smoking not permitted
  • 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 What's included?

Weekly Charges per Person

  • Self-Funded Residential Care: £1420 – £1500
  • Self-Funded Residential Dementia Care: £1420 – £1500
  • RESPITE Self-Funded Residential Care: £1420 – £1500
  • RESPITE Self-Funded Residential Dementia Care: £1420 – £1500

Our fees are subject to an assessment

These prices are only a guideline, please contact Woodlands Lodge to find out the exact price for your requirements.

Contact Woodlands Lodge 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)

Contact Woodlands Lodge to confirm what's included and get a personalised quote:

Good to Know

Group/Owner

Person in Charge

  • Sarah-Jane Gashi (Home Manager)

Local Authority / Social Services

Admission Information

  • Ages 65+

Care Home Design/Build

  • Purpose Built: Yes
  • Year Purpose Built: 2017
  • Last Refurbishment: 2017
  • Number of floors: 2

Room Information

  • Single Rooms (38)
  • Couples/Companion Rooms (1)
  • Single Rooms with Ensuite Wet Room (38)
  • Couples/Companion Rooms with Ensuite Wet Room (1)

Visiting

  • Woodlands Lodge offers a warm welcome to all relatives visiting loved ones.


    If advance notice is given, visitors are welcome to use the facilities. For example, friends and family may like to join loved ones in the spacious dining room for a meal or even enjoy a light bite in one of the tea rooms.


    In order to dedicate the time to provide an initial look around, the Lodge requests that viewings are organised in advance to ensure staff members are available.

Parking

  • Onsite parking available for visitors and residents as well as street parking - so finding a space shouldn't be a problem!

Woodlands Lodge Reviews (128)

9.9

Woodlands Lodge has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.913) out of 10, based on 25 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Woodlands Lodge has 128 reviews.

Overall Experience
  • 115
  • 12
  • 1
  • 0
  • 0
Date Published
  • 128
  • 3
  • 12
  • 25
  • 103
Reviewer Connection to Woodlands Lodge
  • 33
  • 18
  • 12
  • 10
  • 10
  • 7
  • 6
  • 6
  • 5
  • 4
  • 4
  • 4
  • 2
  • 2
  • 1
  • 1
  • 1
  • 1
  • 1
Total of 128, showing 1-20
Review from Peter S (Resident) published on 19 December 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
This my third experience at Woodlands Lodge. The first was to visit my wife here, where she resided for over twelve months. My second visit was for myself when i stayed for respite for over three months following an injury, staff and systems - including the food - were excellent. I was able to return
home alone with a nearly new arm movement.
I am current on a third stay is for respite care following an op at Hospital. Again, all staff and systems are top-notch. It says a great deal about a place of employment that many staff have been here since my wife's stay began in 2022. A great home and I would highly recommend Woodlands Lodge.
  • Facilities
  • Care / Support
  • Cleanliness
  • Treated with Dignity
  • Food & Drink
  • Staff
  • Activities
  • Management
  • Safety / Security
  • Rooms
  • Value for Money
Review from Debs C (Daughter of Resident) published on 12 December 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Mum has been a resident at Woodlands now for over 12 months. It is the most welcoming and friendly care home to both residents and their families making it feel like home for us all. Having the additional garden room facilities has been an absolute bonus to us as we are able to move straight outside
to use her garden furniture, weather allowing.
Standards are extremely high in all areas from care and cleanliness to the extensive and beautifully prepared meal options.
Events team are brilliant and entertain residents & family with their daily activities plan.
The hair salon is a huge bonus with weekly hairdressing appt a definite highlight of the week.
Staff retention is extremely high underlining how happy and safe Woodlands is for all who spend time here.
Thrilled it just happens to be close to home allowing daily visits when possible yet be confident of the excellent care mum will receive when we cannot get there.
Woodlands: the perfect place with excellent facilities & staff!
Reply from Caroline Purcell, Home Manager at Woodlands LodgeI am thrilled to hear how welcome you and the family feel here at Woodlands. It is a pleasure to care for your Mum, and lovely to see you all here on such a regular basis. Thank you for the kind words, which I will pass on to the team.
  • Facilities
  • Care / Support
  • Cleanliness
  • Treated with Dignity
  • Food & Drink
  • Staff
  • Activities
  • Management
  • Safety / Security
  • Rooms
  • Value for Money
Review from D C (Husband of Resident) published on 4 December 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My wife went into Woodlands Lodge in 2021 towards the end of Covid Outbreak. I was scared my wife (because of her condition) was not aware of the situation. She was content with everything that was provided.The staff put us both at ease and have always been so caring and kind to us both. My wife is
never agitated, and is always smiling and chuckling. I am more at ease because I know she is being looked after so well.
Reply from Caroline Purcell, Home Manager at Woodlands LodgeThank you so much for your kind words. We are truly honoured to be caring for your wife and are delighted to hear that both she and you feel supported. We pride ourselves on our providing a warm, family environment for our residents and their families. I will share your kind comments with all the team.
  • Facilities
  • Care / Support
  • Cleanliness
  • Treated with Dignity
  • Food & Drink
  • Staff
  • Activities
  • Management
  • Safety / Security
  • Rooms
  • Value for Money
Review from J S (Daughter of Resident) published on 25 April 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Mum was admitted to Woodlands after a fall when she was exhausted, distressed and in severe pain. From day 1, the manager and staff welcomed her warmly and reassured her. Her pain was quickly managed and in a short time, thanks to the care and attention of staff, she began to thrive. 'Respite' has now
become 'permanent'. Mum is very happy. An excellent care home - and welcoming to visitors!
  • Facilities
  • Care / Support
  • Cleanliness
  • Treated with Dignity
  • Food & Drink
  • Staff
  • Activities
  • Management
  • Safety / Security
  • Rooms
  • Value for Money
Review from S W (Niece of Resident) published on 24 April 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My aunty is looked after by amazing staff and cared for and supported 24hrs a day for all her needs. She is treated with dignity and love. Her needs are met with her eating requirements. She enjoys the activities and singing. We know she is cared for and safe.
  • Facilities
  • Care / Support
  • Cleanliness
  • Treated with Dignity
  • Food & Drink
  • Staff
  • Activities
  • Management
  • Safety / Security
  • Rooms
  • Value for Money
Review from D C (Daughter of Resident) published on 23 April 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The care that my dad gets is excellent.
The entertainment is excellent.
We know he is safe and well looked after.
  • Facilities
  • Care / Support
  • Cleanliness
  • Treated with Dignity
  • Food & Drink
  • Staff
  • Activities
  • Management
  • Safety / Security
  • Rooms
  • Value for Money
Review from A B (Wife of Resident) published on 23 April 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My husband has been a resident at Woodlands Lodge for almost 4 years. From day one, we have experienced excellent service on every level. I visit my husband every day at various times during the day, including late into the evening, so I see all the staff during that time. The quality of care and support
is consistently excellent at all times. I am delighted with the staff and facilities. I couldn't wish for my husband to be in a better place.
  • Facilities
  • Care / Support
  • Cleanliness
  • Treated with Dignity
  • Food & Drink
  • Staff
  • Activities
  • Management
  • Safety / Security
  • Rooms
  • Value for Money
Review from S K (Daughter of Resident) published on 23 April 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Ever since my dad moved into Woodlands, I have nothing but praise; all the staff are just fantastic, especially the entertainment staff. Nothing is too much trouble and every single staff member always has a smile on their face. Would recommend Woodlands to anyone. :)
  • Facilities
  • Care / Support
  • Cleanliness
  • Treated with Dignity
  • Food & Drink
  • Staff
  • Activities
  • Management
  • Safety / Security
  • Rooms
  • Value for Money
Review from T L (Niece of Resident) published on 14 April 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My uncle has improved so much in the time he has been here.
He has put weight on, improved mentally, attends all activities and is now interested in what is going on around him.
He loves it here.
  • Facilities
  • Care / Support
  • Cleanliness
  • Treated with Dignity
  • Food & Drink
  • Staff
  • Activities
  • Management
  • Safety / Security
  • Rooms
  • Value for Money
Review from J S (Nephew of Resident) published on 10 April 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The home is very friendly, and the staff are very good with my aunt - she particularly likes her visits off a particular staff member. She has settled in very well and likes her garden room.
  • Facilities
  • Care / Support
  • Cleanliness
  • Treated with Dignity
  • Food & Drink
  • Staff
  • Activities
  • Management
  • Safety / Security
  • Rooms
  • Value for Money
Review from J W (Daughter of Resident) published on 2 April 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My dad has lived here for 2 years, the place is beautiful; his room is so cosy and homely. The staff are the greatest, the love and care they give my dad is amazing. The entertainment is fabulous, they do so much to make my dad happy, we are so happy to know he is here and safe. The staff are just wonderful
to us all as well, he is a happy man being here.
Reply from Emily Caley, Home Manager at Woodlands LodgeThank you for this lovely review, your dad is part of the woodlands family and a pleasure to care for
  • Facilities
  • Care / Support
  • Cleanliness
  • Treated with Dignity
  • Food & Drink
  • Staff
  • Activities
  • Management
  • Safety / Security
  • Rooms
  • Value for Money
Review from R J (Brother of Resident) published on 31 March 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Efficent management & friendly and considerate staff.
Reply from Emily Caley, Home Manager at Woodlands LodgeWe are glad your sister is happy at woodlands lodge, we are certainly happy she is with us
  • Facilities
  • Care / Support
  • Cleanliness
  • Treated with Dignity
  • Food & Drink
  • Staff
  • Activities
  • Management
  • Safety / Security
  • Rooms
  • Value for Money
Review from Jim G (Brother-in-law of Resident) published on 12 December 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My sister and brother-in-law came to Woodlands in August 2023 and their time there has not only seen a great improvement in their general health but the attention they have received has been exemplary.
  • Facilities
  • Care / Support
  • Cleanliness
  • Treated with Dignity
  • Food & Drink
  • Staff
  • Activities
  • Management
  • Safety / Security
  • Rooms
  • Value for Money
Review from Joyce H (Cousin of Resident) published on 15 October 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My cousin entered Woodlands Residential Home after a long period in hospital. She took a long time to adjust from leaving her home. She refused to eat in the dining room and preferred to stay in her room. I must praise the staff for their patience and consideration of her needs. Now my cousin is joining
in some activities and eating in the dining room. The staff appreciate her need to have quiet time on her own. The house is always immaculately clean and my cousin is always looked after well. I am very satisfied with the care she receives.
  • Facilities
  • Care / Support
  • Cleanliness
  • Treated with Dignity
  • Food & Drink
  • Staff
  • Activities
  • Management
  • Safety / Security
  • Rooms
  • Value for Money
Review from D C (Resident) assisted by family/friend published on 24 September 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Nice atmosphere, staff friendly and kind and polite and look after residents with his needs really well. Treated with dignity and respect. Meals very good, nicely prepared and arranged.
  • Facilities
  • Care / Support
  • Cleanliness
  • Treated with Dignity
  • Food & Drink
  • Staff
  • Activities
  • Management
  • Safety / Security
  • Rooms
  • Value for Money
Review from K F (Friend of Resident) published on 5 September 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Woodlands Lodge is a lovely care home. Staff are amazing, all so caring with the residents and families/visitors. Very clean and bright environment. Would certainly recommend this home to family and friends.
Reply from Emily Caley, Home Manager at Woodlands LodgeThank you for your kind comments at Woodlands Lodge we strive to ensure we deliver a high standard of care to our residents in a safe and happy environment. good luck for the future, your loved one has been a pleasure to look after and will be missed.
  • Facilities
  • Care / Support
  • Cleanliness
  • Treated with Dignity
  • Food & Drink
  • Staff
  • Activities
  • Management
  • Safety / Security
  • Rooms
  • Value for Money
Review from P S (Resident) assisted by family/friend published on 19 June 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Everything top class.
  • Facilities
  • Care / Support
  • Cleanliness
  • Treated with Dignity
  • Food & Drink
  • Staff
  • Activities
  • Management
  • Safety / Security
  • Rooms
  • Value for Money
Review from Carmena N (Wife of Resident) published on 13 June 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
My husband has been at Woodlands Lodge for almost 2 years. I am very happy with the care provided and cannot fault the nurses and carers for their patience and care. The atmosphere in the care home is very good - friendly and pleasant. My family think my husband is very lucky to be there.
They provide
all that is required for his needs.
They communicate very well with relatives of residents.
Reply from Emily Caley, Home Manager at Woodlands LodgeThank you so much for your lovely comment, it is great to hear and the staff think very highly of your husband, he is part of the Woodlands family
  • Facilities
  • Care / Support
  • Cleanliness
  • Treated with Dignity
  • Food & Drink
  • Staff
  • Activities
  • Management
  • Safety / Security
  • Rooms
  • Value for Money
Review from C C (Daughter of Resident) published on 7 March 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My father came in for dementia care for two weeks while I was away. The staff kept me up to date, via messages, at all times. They were cheerful and helpful - consummate professionals in fact. My father settled quickly and became a favourite in his short time here. On his last day, developing an illness
requiring a visit to A&E, the staff were quick to respond and supportive at all stages. Would highly recommend.
Reply from Lynda Hilton, Home Manager at Woodlands LodgeThank you so much for your lovely review. It was a pleasure looking after Dad and we hope that it gave you peace of mind while away. He is definitely a character and our staff do miss him. They are looking forward to welcoming him back in the future.
  • Facilities
  • Care / Support
  • Cleanliness
  • Treated with Dignity
  • Food & Drink
  • Staff
  • Activities
  • Management
  • Safety / Security
  • Rooms
  • Value for Money
Review from A C (Grandson of Resident) published on 7 March 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The staff were excellent, friendly and caring. They were very diligent when our family member had a medical issue and I felt he was in good hands. Services and facilities were of a good standard - clean and tidy. My grandfather enjoyed his stay and we intend to use Woodlands Lodge again!
Reply from Lynda Hilton, Home Manager at Woodlands LodgeThank you so much for taking the time to leaving such a lovely review. It was an absolute pleasure looking after Grandad during his respite stay and we look forward to welcoming him back again in the future.
  • Facilities
  • Care / Support
  • Cleanliness
  • Treated with Dignity
  • Food & Drink
  • Staff
  • Activities
  • Management
  • Safety / Security
  • Rooms
  • Value for Money
Current Review Score: 9.9 (9.913)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.9 (9.913) out of 10 for Woodlands Lodge is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  1. The Average Rating is 4.9 out of 5 from 25 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 25 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:

  1. 5 Points are available for the Average Rating from all Reviews in the last 24 months. The Average Rating of 4.913 for Woodlands Lodge is calculated as follows: ( (275 Excellents x 5) + (20 Goods x 4) + (3 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 298 Ratings = 4.913
  2. 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 Woodlands Lodge is based on 25 positive Reviews in the last 24 months and is calculated as per below:

    The 5 points available are broken down as follows:

    1. 4 points are available for the first 20 Positive Reviews in the last 24 months; 3 points for the first Positive Review, 0.125 Points for each of the next four Positive Reviews, 0.05 Points for the next five Positive Reviews, and finally 0.025 Points for the next ten Positive Reviews. (1st = 3.000, 2nd = 0.125, 3rd = 0.125, 4th = 0.125, 5th = 0.125, 6th = 0.050, 7th = 0.050, 8th = 0.050, 9th = 0.050, 10th = 0.050, 11th = 0.025, 12th = 0.025, 13th = 0.025, 14th = 0.025, 15th = 0.025, 16th = 0.025, 17th = 0.025, 18th = 0.025, 19th = 0.025, 20th = 0.025) 3 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.05 + 0.05 + 0.05 + 0.05 + 0.05 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 = 4
    2. 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 40 registered maximum number of service users is 8, which has been reached with 25 Positive reviews. Points = 1
  3. When a Review is submitted by someone who has previously submitted a Review, only the latest Review will count towards the Review Score.
  4. 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

Care Quality Commission is responsible for the registration and inspection of social care services in England. View Latest Report

Bed Vacancies

Please contact us for latest vacancies.

Loading

Loading Loading

Loading

Loading

Awards / Recognitions (10)

Meet the Team (2)

Caroline

Caroline Purcell

Job Title: Home Manager Joined: 2025

Caroline Purcell has recently been appointed Manager at Woodlands Lodge, having joined the home in May 2020 as a senior carer and subsequently been promoted to Unit Lead. She progressed to Deputy Manager early in 2023, bringing a wealth of knowledge and experience gained from over 15 years of work in the care sector.

She is looking forward to her new role and working with Kingsley Healthcare to help the home develop and improve.

Caroline has an allotment in Birkdale and loves to spend as much of her spare time there, taking great delight in tending to her vegetables and flowers.

Michelle

Michelle Hannon

Job Title: Deputy Manager Joined: 2025

Michelle has a wealth of knowledge and experience, having worked in the care sector for over 30 years.


Michelle joined Woodland Lodge in 2020 initially as a senior care worker before progressing to unit lead, and has recently taken the role of Deputy Manager and is looking forward to the challenge of her new role and supporting Caroline, the Manager.


In her spare time, Caroline loves spending time with her two children as well as her spaniel, Alfie and loves walking him along Formby Beach.

Frequently Asked Questions about Woodlands Lodge

What types of Care is Woodlands Lodge registered for?

Older Person Care & Dementia are the registered (by the Care Quality Commission) categories of Care.

How many Rooms does Woodlands Lodge have?

There are 38 Single Rooms and 1 Couple/Companion Room.

What are the Facilities & Services at Woodlands Lodge?

Own Furniture if required, Pet Friendly (or by arrangement), Smoking not permitted, 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 Woodlands Lodge to the centre of Liverpool?

11.2 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.

Information on this page is displayed without responsibility for its accuracy on the part of carehome.co.uk. Please contact Woodlands Lodge to verify any information. View our terms and conditions. Woodlands Lodge has an Enhanced Service - more info.