Woodthorpe Lodge

54 John Boden Way, Woodthorpe, Loughborough LE11 2ER
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9.3 66 Reviews
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Woodthorpe Lodge in Loughborough offers dignified care to residents in a welcoming home.

With trained staff and a variety of social activities within the home as well as day trips out, residents can be entertained in different ways.

Nutritious, tasty meals that cater to individual's dietary requirements are available at the home.
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Care Provided by Woodthorpe Lodge

Primary Care Categories

  • Older Person Care
  • Dementia
  • Visual / Hearing Impairment

Length of Stay

  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care

Care Types Provided

  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
  • For a maximum of 66 Service Users

Dementia Care Types

  • Moderate Dementia

Facilities

  • Own Furniture if required
  • Close to Local shops
  • Near Public Transport
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair Access
  • Gardens
  • Bar/Café
  • 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: from £1460

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

Contact Woodthorpe Lodge to confirm what exactly is included and get an estimate tailored to your care needs:

Funding Types Accepted

  • Self Funding (Private)
  • Local Authority with Top Up
  • Local Authority
  • NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC)

Contact Woodthorpe Lodge to confirm what exactly is included and get an estimate tailored to your care needs:

Good to Know

Group/Owner

Person in Charge

  • Natasha Birkin (Home Manager)

Local Authority / Social Services

Admission Information

  • Ages 65+

Care Home Design/Build

  • Purpose Built: Yes
  • Last Refurbishment: 2019

Room Information

  • Single Rooms (66)
  • Single Rooms with Ensuite Wet Room (66)

Visiting

  • The well-being of residents is a priority, and nothing is more important than keeping them in touch with their family and friends in any way possible. Woodthorpe Lodge are pleased to welcome visitors into their home, with no limit on the number of visitors for each resident. The home pride themselves on having an open-door policy.

Parking

  • Woodthorpe Lodge has plenty of onsite parking for visitors.

Woodthorpe Lodge Reviews (66)

9.3

Woodthorpe Lodge has a Review Score of 9.3 (9.303) out of 10, based on 22 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Woodthorpe Lodge has 66 reviews.

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Review from Patricia V (Niece of Resident) published on 19 December 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The staff at Woodthorpe Lodge are fantastic, nothing is too much trouble for them.
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Review from K H (Daughter of Resident) published on 6 December 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Dad moved into the home as a result of poor mobility and really struggled with the transition, however, all the staff have been fantastic, so friendly and accommodating. Every accommodation has been made to make him comfortable and fulfil all his needs. Thank you so much to everyone.
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Review from M G (Resident) published on 6 October 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Came here on 14.07.22 having had a couple of horrendous weeks at another home. Just wanted to die. Within two weeks of being here feeling so much better. Thanks to the care and attention of all the staff. Have always felt safe and secure here. Not afraid to call for ambulance assistance when it was
needed. Part of my health problem is 'swallowing normal meals'. The staff here have helped over come that by 'blending' all my food into a 'soup-like' consistency. Excellent home.
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Review from Steven P (Son of Resident) published on 20 June 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Polite and friendly staff. The home is clean and well-maintained. The food is good (I've even eaten there myself!). My Mum has been there just over a year and is very happy. I really don't think you can ask any more.
Reply from Terri Kidd, PR Executive at Woodthorpe Lodge
Thank you for taking the time to leave a review, it’s great to see your mum is so settled and happy with us. Please know that you are always welcome to come along for a home-cooked meal with your mum,…read more
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Review from K M (Respite Resident) published on 19 June 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Everybody is very nice and friendly, you can improve service.
Reply from Terri Kidd, PR Executive at Woodthorpe Lodge
Thank you for taking the time to send a review. If you have any suggestions on how we can improve the service we offer please just have a chat with our home manager, she would be happy to discuss with…read more
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Review from Mary B (Friend of Resident) published on 18 May 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The change for the better with my friend since being here is remarkable. Everyone is very friendly and willing to help. Her bedroom is cosy whilst being scrupulously clean at all times. The meals are tasty and satisfying with a good variety of choices. I would recommend this care home to everyone, it
is a home-from-home with added extras.
Reply from Terri Kidd, PR Executive at Woodthorpe Lodge
Thank you for this fabulous review. It is important to us that our home is comfortable, caring and allows our residents to shine and live their best lives in the knowledge that they will have all the…read more
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Review from Susan G (Daughter of Resident) published on 14 May 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Fast and efficient service.
All staff helpful and polite and nothing is too much trouble.
Food is lovely.
Activities are good and fun.
Everything is clean and tidy.
Always keep us informed.
Gardens and outside area are always neat and tidy.
Reply from Terri Kidd, PR Executive at Woodthorpe Lodge
Thank you for taking the time to send a review, we are so pleased the home leaves such a great impression.
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Review from Philip W (Son of Resident) published on 23 February 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
During the first few days of January 2023, my father became ill with a chest infection. This worsened and eventually required four courses of antibiotics. As a result of the illness my father's mental capacity - in particular, his short term memory has declined significantly. Throughout this difficult
time, he has received excellent care from all the staff at Woodthorpe Lodge. Carers have been quick to identify his rapidly changing needs, calling for medical help and ensuring that he received timely medication. In addition, support staff have also been extremely helpful in assuring that my father's changing needs have been provided for and they have helped us, his family, to play our part in his care - Thank you!
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Review from B W (Daughter of Resident) published on 10 November 2022 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 2.0 out of 5
Not a very good experience for my dad. His dietary needs were not met and medication was not ordered when it ran out. He basically spent six weeks respite in his room, his choice as in the dining room they were all dementia sufferers and nobody would talk to him. I spoke to management the day he went
in regarding the chair being moved, support being put on the side of the bed and a chair being put in the bathroom so he could wash himself and nothing was done for the first two - though a chair in the bathroom did appear at some stage.
Reply from Terri Kidd, PR Executive at Woodthorpe Lodge
Thank you for leaving this review. Please be assured that we take all feedback seriously and will look into these concerns. If you wish to speak to someone about your experience, please contact the…read more
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Review from Jessica D (Daughter of Resident) published on 4 November 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 2.0 out of 5
My dad stayed in the Ideal Care home in Loughborough, near Quorn, for a month after a bout in hospital following complications from Covid. This care home was awful. The manager didn't seem to care about the residents at all. We picked my father up and the manager didn't see us off but instead was stood
around smoking outside with some other members of staff.
Most, if not all, of the other members of staff, were very well-intentioned but run off of their feet/the management of the care home was so bad that they couldn't deal with the resident's needs. My father has Parkinson's disease and needs his medication at specific times and they were hours late with his medication multiple times. He would press the help button and would not get assistance for a long period of time. He was not allowed to make a cup of tea but when he asked or was offered one it arrived eventually and was cold. I would not recommend this care home at all and don't understand the good reviews.
Reply from Terri Kidd, PR Executive at Woodthorpe Lodge
Thank you for leaving this review. Please be assured that we take all feedback seriously and will look into these concerns. If you wish to speak to someone about your experience, please contact the…read more
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Review from David G (Son of Resident) published on 2 November 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I brought my dad here for some temporary respite, he was due to stay for four weeks until strong enough to return to his bungalow.
Unfortunately, after only one day/night he was taken to the hospital due to blood issues that were in need of more specialized attention.
During this brief period, all
the staff at Woodthorpe Lodge were brilliant, attentive, supportive and efficient.
My dad could not have been in better hands.
Sadly, my dad was unable to return to enjoy the facilities this home has to offer as he passed away some six weeks later.
The support from all at the home was excellent and incredibly generous and I want to thank everyone on behalf of my dad and my family.
Reply from Terri Kidd, PR Executive at Woodthorpe Lodge
We really appreciate you taking the time to leave this wonderful feedback for the team at Woodthorpe Lodge during what must be such a difficult time for you and your family. Please accept our deepest…read more
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Review from Ruth S (Daughter of Resident) published on 18 October 2022 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
What an amazing team you have at Woodthorpe Lodge! My mother arrived at the care home in March and sadly died yesterday. Yes, there were one or two issues along the way but my interactions with both carers and management were always met with openness, a willingness to discuss issues and find solutions
and ongoing politeness. It was obvious how much the carers cared and they treated Mum with kindness, respect, concern and smiles. It helped her to feel safe and secure whilst retaining her dignity through the final challenging months of her life. My sincere thanks to all the staff at Woodthorpe Lodge for helping Mum so well, they helped me so much too.
Reply from Terri Kidd, PR Executive at Woodthorpe Lodge
We really appreciate you taking the time to leave this wonderful review for Woodthorpe Lodge during what must be such a difficult time for you and your family - please accept our deepest sympathies.…read more
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Review from J B (Son of Resident) published on 19 September 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
The quality of care is better than Mum's last care home and probably better than average. The food is good, and the rooms are nice. They are doing well at remembering Mum's individual needs and spotting problems. However, the fees are very high. Apparently, some other care homes have even higher fees,
but at the time of writing, Woodthorpe's fees are an eye-watering £65,000 per year. This is higher than the combined salaries of my wife and I working full time. We thought about caring for Mum ourselves, but we would go insane.
The staff are friendly and helpful but over-worked. There are usually more staff on duty than the official minimum but there are times when no staff are visible, all occupied with residents in their rooms, leaving several other dementia residents on their own in the lounge. The big mystery is where all the money is going? Not enough is being spent to recruit and retain care staff.
Reply from Terri Kidd, PR Executive at Woodthorpe Lodge
Thank you for your feedback. Please be assured our fees, salaries and wages are reviewed regularly to ensure that we are always as competitive as we can be in each area. All of our staff have access…read more
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Review from J N (Daughter of Resident) published on 31 August 2022 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Woodthorpe Lodge has looked after my mother in a caring and sensitive manner, taking into consideration her thoughts and feelings. I can relax in the knowledge that she is safe, warm, well fed and the activities are carefully planned to include individual interests eg. gardening and crafts.
Reply from Terri Kidd, PR Executive at Woodthorpe Lodge
Thank you for leaving this great feedback for Woodthorpe Lodge. The care team will be so happy to hear that your mother living at Woodthorpe Lodge is giving you peace of mind and comfort. We hope…read more
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Review from Katharine C (Daughter of Resident) published on 24 August 2022 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We are really happy with the care our father receives. He is calm and content. The care staff are friendly and efficient.
Reply from Terri Kidd, PR Executive at Woodthorpe Lodge
Thank you for leaving these kind words for our care team at Woodthorpe Lodge. We’re extremely proud of our care team at the home and all they do for our residents. We’ll be sure to pass your feedback…read more
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Review from S G (Husband of Resident) published on 27 July 2022 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 2.0 out of 5
My wife received two weeks of respite care at Woodthorpe Lodge. She has advanced Parkinsons resulting in a severe loss of mobility at certain times, especially at night. She was assessed in advance and we were assured that the staff could manage her complex care needs. However, they fell way short leaving
her anxious and distressed. Incidents included: being left on the commode for ninety minutes, as no one was available to help her off; being left cold all night after falling asleep on top of the bed, a carer refused to help her into bed and no extra blanket was offered; being told by a carer that she was 'putting it on' as they had seen her walking earlier; night staff refusing to help her out of bed to use the toilet as it was 'against the law'; lack of basic equipment e.g. a rotunda which she relies on when mobility is low.
Reply from Terri Kidd, PR Executive at Woodthorpe Lodge
Thank you for leaving this review. Please be assured that we take all feedback seriously and will look into these concerns. If you wish to speak to someone about your experience, please contact the…read more
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Review from Suzanne G (Respite Resident) published on 26 July 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 2.0 out of 5
My husband and I visited this home May 18 with a view to my booking for 2 weeks while we had a new bathroom. The home was very clean and comfortably furnished, the bedroom nice with en suite facilities and in the downstairs room a door out onto a terrace. I was told I could eat in my room - I’m a Parkinson’s
sufferer and don’t like eating in public as I’m slow and messy.
The food was adequate though. I didn’t think there was much choice (for Sunday lunch it was roast pork with all the trimmings or nut roast and “all the trimmings“ - not much choice if you don’t like trimmings). A traditional meal was midday only and teatime was sandwiches, sometimes with an added option of pasta or something left over from another meal. There was always soup at teatime, not midday.
On the whole, daytime staff all worked hard and were kind and efficient. Many of the night staff were too but a number of them unwilling to assist me to the toilet at night, their attitude being that if I could manage in the day.
Reply from Terri Kidd, PR Executive at Woodthorpe Lodge
Thank you for leaving this review. Please be assured that we take all feedback seriously and will look into these concerns. If you wish to speak to someone about your experience, please contact the…read more
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Review from Hedley C (Son-in-law of Resident) published on 3 July 2022 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My mother-in-law is a temporary resident. We were welcomed to the care home by all staff. The building and room are excellent. The premises are smart and very clean. The staff are very helpful and caring. An excellent first impression.
Reply from Terri Kidd, PR Executive at Woodthorpe Lodge
Our team at Woodthorpe Lodge will be so pleased to hear your kind review, thank you! We’re glad you and your mother-in-law both felt welcome in the home and were happy with our state-of-the-art…read more
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Review from Sheila T (Wife of Resident) published on 21 June 2022 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
It's a fantastic place to be in. Everybody that works there is helpful and nothing is too much trouble. I would happily use this home again without any doubt.
Reply from Terri Kidd, PR Executive at Woodthorpe Lodge
Thank you for taking the time to review Woodthorpe Lodge. We’re so glad you were able to enjoy your visit. Thank you for your recommendation.
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Review from S H (Son of Resident) published on 28 February 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Mum is happy and well cared for here. Thank you to all the staff for their care and support. We thoroughly enjoyed our visit today, it was very emotional to be able to see Mum after such a difficult time.
Reply from Rebekah Steward, Customer Care Team at Woodthorpe Lodge
Thank you for taking the time to review Woodthorpe Lodge. It is wonderful to know your mum is enjoying living with us. We appreciate how important maintaining regular contact with loved ones is and it…read more
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Current Review Score: 9.3 (9.303)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.3 (9.303) out of 10 for Woodthorpe Lodge is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  1. The Average Rating is 4.3 out of 5 from 22 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 21 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 4.303 for Woodthorpe Lodge is calculated as follows: ( (136 Excellents x 5) + (93 Goods x 4) + (19 Satisfactorys x 3) + (1 Poors x 2) + (12 Very Poors x 1) ) ÷ 261 Ratings = 4.303
  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 Woodthorpe Lodge is based on 21 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 10 Positive Reviews in the last 24 months; 3 points for the first Positive Review, and then 0.125 Points for each of the next four Positive Reviews and then 0.1 Points for the next five Positive Reviews. (1st = 3.000, 2nd = 0.125, 3rd = 0.125, 4th = 0.125, 5th = 0.125, 6th = 0.100, 7th = 0.100, 8th = 0.100, 9th = 0.100, 10th = 0.100) 3 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 = 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 66 registered maximum number of service users is 13.2, which has been reached with 21 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

Date: 15 May 2025

Overall Good

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  • Responsive Good
  • Safe Good
  • Well-led Good
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Awards / Recognitions (6)

Meet the Team (3)

Leah

Leah Parkinson

Job Title: Front Of House Manager Joined: 2025

Kind care is showing compassion, giving time and attention to help others. Kind care is contributing positively to improving the lives of others.

Claire

Claire Paisley

Job Title: Well-being Coordinator Joined: 2024

To me, kind care means slow down listen and really engage. Just remember that the person in front of you is someone's Mum, Dad, or Grandparent. Always have it in the back of your mind that it could be your loved one - or even you!

Michael

Michael Moore

Job Title: Deputy Manager

"Kind care means treating and helping someone with gentleness, compassion, and respect. It is about not only meeting their needs but also showing warmth and understanding. Kind care makes people feel valued, safe, and supported."

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