Blakelands Lodge

Gee View, Marston Moretaine, Bedford MK43 2AH
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Blakelands Lodge is an All-inclusive lifestyle care home in Bedfordshire and offers 24 hour residential and dementia care.

Their staff are caring and compassionate and they pride themselves in ensuring they make a real difference to the lives of their residents. The care they offer is centred around the individual and their needs and independence is prioritised.

The bedrooms are ensuite and come with fitted furniture, a flat screen television and access to WiFi and a telephone point.
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Care Provided

Primary Care Categories

  • Older Person Care
  • Dementia
  • Visual / Hearing Impairment

Length of Stay

  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care

Care Types Provided

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

Dementia Care Types

  • Mild Dementia

Facilities

  • Own Furniture if required
  • Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
  • 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

Weekly Charges per Person

  • Self-Funded Residential Care: from £1300
  • Self-Funded Residential Dementia Care: from £1400
  • RESPITE Self-Funded Residential Care: from £1300
  • RESPITE Self-Funded Residential Dementia Care: from £1400

Our all inclusive fee gives peace of mind and allows residents to enjoy our facilities and services without having to worry about extra costs. It includes a monthly appointment at our onsite hair salon, regular chiropody appointments, a full and varied activity program, annual eye tests, annual dental check ups and transport and accompaniment to medical appointments where necessary.

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

Funding Types Accepted

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

Good to Know

Group/Owner

Person in charge

  • James Eeles-Feeney (Home Manager)

Local Authority / Social Services

Admission Criteria

  • Ages 65+

Care Home Design/Build

  • Purpose Built: Yes
  • Year Purpose Built: 2022

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. Blakelands 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

  • Blakelands Lodge has plenty of onsite parking for visitors.

Blakelands Lodge Reviews (37)

9.9

Blakelands Lodge has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.895) out of 10, based on 20 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Blakelands Lodge has 37 reviews.

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Review from Paul C (Son of Resident) published on 3 June 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
After reviewing numerous Care Homes for my mother who has dementia, I settled with Blakelands because it was so fresh, bright and the residents look content. The staff smiled and were chatty during our visits.
Eight months on and it was the best decision as Mum is happy, content & no longer lonely
sitting at home.
The first few weeks Mum found it difficult to settle but the staff we fantastic with her and so caring that she soon settled & found a routine that suited her. Mum loves the company of other residents & also the activities that happen each morning & afternoon, together with the summer walks & visits to the local garden centre.
Reply from Julie Caygill, Hospital Liaison Team Administrator at Blakelands Lodge

Dear Paul, We'd like to extend our appreciation to you for taking the time to leave us such a wonderful review. Positive reviews like this provide a real boost to our colleagues who work tirelessly to deliver the kindest possible care to residents. We appreciate your support and will strive to continue to uphold the highest standards for residents, visitors, and colleagues

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Review from Robert P (Son of Resident) published on 30 May 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Thank you for the excellent care provided by all of the staff at Blakelands Lodge. My father was always looked after with such kindness and really enjoyed the home cooked food. Also thank you for the way that you look after the relatives as well as the residents. I was always made to feel welcome and
given tea and cakes when I visited and it became like my second home.
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Review from Julia M (Daughter of Resident) published on 23 April 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Thank you to all the staff at Blakelands for the loving care you are giving my mum. I am also incredibly grateful for the way you organised her wonderful 90th birthday celebrations and for the beautiful bouquet of flowers you gave her.
My mum always said she would never go into a care home, but after
a visit for respite she decided to stay and she is so happy with you all. I live abroad so knowing she is safe, well cared for, and surrounded by kindness means the world to me.
Blakelands truly ticks all the boxes. Every time I come to visit it feels like seeing extended family. I cannot thank you enough.
Reply from Julie Caygill, Hospital Liaison Team Administrator at Blakelands Lodge

Dear Julia, We'd like to take a moment to thank you for leaving such a wonderful review of our home. It means so much to our colleagues when they receive this level of praise; they work tirelessly throughout the year to deliver the kindest possible care to residents and hearing such fantastic feedback is really the icing on the cake to them!Thank you, once again, for your kind words.

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Review from Geoff T (Husband of Resident) published on 26 March 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My wife has had two spells of respite care at Blakelands Lodge and the care and respect she has been given have been excellent on both occasions. The staff are very friendly and caring and went out of their way to help both my wife and myself. I'm sure that when she next needs some respite care we
will be going back to Blakelands Lodge for this. Thank you to all the staff and caters there.
Reply from HC-One Limited, Administrator at Blakelands Lodge

We'd like to extend our thanks for your kind words following your wife's short care break with us at Blakelands Lodge care home.Positive feedback such as this is always so gratefully appreciated and will mean a lot to our kind care team. Please do let us know if we can offer any further support to you and your family.

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Review from S G (Daughter of Resident) published on 14 March 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My father spent 4 weeks in the home for respite care. I was away during this time but other family members expressed how well he settled with his partner and delighted with the care he received over this period.
Reply from HC-One Limited, Administrator at Blakelands Lodge

We'd like to extend our thanks for your kind words following your father's short care break with us at Blakelands Lodge care home.Positive feedback such as this is always so gratefully appreciated and will mean a lot to our kind care team. Please do let us know if we can offer any further support to you and your family.

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Review from Stephen T (Son of Resident) published on 12 March 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We looked at a number of Residential homes for mum and were so pleased that we chose Blakelands. Staff amazing, helpful and caring. Facilities second to none. Mum was difficult when we first had to take her but the staff helped to settle her in and she had a wonderful time. She enjoyed the quiz and
going out to the pub, as well as the animals and reptiles that were brought in. She enjoyed wine with her Dinner and made new friends. Cannot praise Blakelands high enough. Ultimate reference is that I have told my kids that when I need to go into a Residential Care Home I want to go here.
Reply from HC-One Limited, Administrator at Blakelands Lodge

Thank you so much for taking the time to leave such a positive review of our home. We are pleased to hear you are very happy with the quality of care your Mum receives at Blakelands Lodge care home and we will ensure your kind words are shared with the team. Again, thank you for your positive comments.

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Review from Denise P (Daughter of Resident) published on 3 March 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Mum put on weight and started using her walker during her 'holiday' (respite care) at Blakelands Lodge. Blakelands was more like a luxury hotel rather than a care home and my siblings and I would have been delighted if she had wanted to stay permanently. The staff were caring and wonderful with her;
hoping she will be back!
Reply from HC-One Limited, Administrator at Blakelands Lodge

We'd like to extend our thanks for your kind words following your Mums short care break with us at Blakelands Lodge care home. Positive feedback such as this is always so gratefully appreciated and will mean a lot to our kind care team. Please do let us know if we can offer any further support to you and your family.

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Review from P F (Son of Resident) published on 9 September 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My mother needed further support after a second in succession spell in hospital following a fall and ongoing health issues.
Due to other family illnesses, I was unable to guarantee I could respond to middle-of-the-night calls from her emergency alarm and so looked at a variety of care homes.
Blakelands
Lodge was, by far, the favourite with its open and airy surroundings, and fantastic facilities - as well as staff who made her feel at home.
Reply from Clare Sheehan, Careline Advisor at Blakelands Lodge

We'd like to take a moment to thank you for leaving such a wonderful review of our home. It means so much to our colleagues when they receive this level of praise; they work tirelessly throughout the year to deliver the kindest possible care to residents. Thank you, once again, for your kind words.

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Review from Diana J (Daughter of Resident) published on 14 May 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Excellent care home in every way. The staff are both professional and friendly. The place is always spotlessly clean and welcoming. Lots of activities are put on for the residents to enjoy and the food is wonderful. All in all, a great place for my loved one.
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Review from Bruce S (Nephew of Resident) published on 14 May 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Very good all-around care for my aunt who now seems rested after a difficult couple of years trying to get her assessed and into a care environment and can say, after six months at Blakelands Lodge, we have made the right decision for her.
The staff have a lot to deal with and give great attention
both on the care and admin side and we are grateful for them.
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Review from R A (Daughter of Resident) published on 14 May 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Blakelands Lodge is a clean and modern environment which provides homely and comfortable facilities. The staff are second to none - genuinely appear happy and content in their work, are friendly, approachable and hardworking. All the same, they are able to join in with residents activities and nothing
ever seems too much for them. I can only assume this is down to high standards of recruitment, management and a positive and supportive work environment.
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Review from S B (Daughter of Resident) published on 10 May 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My mum is quite a new resident. I have found the staff extremely helpful and responsive when I have had any problems settling mum.
I love the community inclusion and all of the activities for the residents. I am looking forward to the better weather when Mum can get out and about or just in the garden.
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Review from Karen B (Daughter of Resident) published on 10 May 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Mum went into Blakelands in January and I am very impressed with the care that Mum receives. Mum is very happy there I would recommend this home to anyone looking for care for a family member.
Nothing is too much trouble for the carers who are always cheerful and friendly. The management team are always
available to discuss any queries service users or families may have.
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Review from L W (Daughter of Resident) published on 11 January 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Mum has been a resident at Blakelands since January 2023. She settled in remarkably quickly and we have been happy with the care she receives. The home is beautifully decorated both in terms of quality and appearance and the facilities are lovely. We are always made to feel very welcome when we visit.
There are often colouring competitions for visiting children. Blakelands is getting involved in the local community, inviting a local mums and tots group in, church services from local churches, and collecting for the Heart of Marston Christmas appeal. Their regular entertainers are very good.
Dad joined Mum at Blakelands in August and the staff deal with him with amazingly good humour!
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Review from Louise W (Daughter of Resident) published on 10 January 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My father has Alzheimer's and has been living at Blakeland's since September. My sister and I could not be more happy with his care to date at the home. The facilities are second to none, we often say it is like a 5-star hotel! Most of all, however, it is the staff who should have the most credit, as
they are all amazing and the kindest most caring people we could wish for. The activities are frequent and appropriate for all, and the food is superb. Thank you so much for everything!
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Review from S B (Daughter of Resident) published on 10 January 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Blakelands Lodge are currently caring for my elderly mum who initially came for respite care but has now decided to become a permanent resident.
The home has a very warm and friendly atmosphere and the staff are very kind and thoughtful.
I have total peace of mind that my mum is being well cared
for - thank you Blakelands Lodge.
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Review from David C (Nephew of Resident) published on 13 December 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
It is hard to write a review that adequately praises Blakelands and its staff enough. The building itself is a pleasure to walk into, with accommodation much superior to many hotels, but it is the staff that make the home a home! The caring nature of the staff is the thing that stands out far above
many such homes. When my aunt was dying, the sensitive, gentle care shown to her was beyond the care of duty. The whole ethos of Blakelands makes it much more than a run-of-the-mill care home. Daily activities suitable for the older generation have been carefully thought out, and the involvement of the whole community in the area is outstanding. It is part of the community and not just in it. It is obvious that bringing “mums and tots” in is a great help to those who are missing their own grandchildren and having a Saturday morning cinema for the young people fulfils a real need in the area. The regular input on the Blakelands Lodge Facebook site reveals the reality of what is written above.
Reply from Charlotte Jackson, Customer Care Administrator at Blakelands Lodge

Thank you for such a wonderful review. We are very sorry for the loss of your aunt. It is absolutely important to us that we are part of our community, and we are always looking for ways to bring the community into the home to benefit both the locals and the residents, as you so eloquently describe. We hope that you will continue to be part of the Blakelands Lodge family and that we can continue to grow community links for a long time to come.

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Review from M M (Resident) published on 30 November 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
My 2 week respite stay was ideal - I received all the care and help that I needed and asked for. Did not feel that my husband received the close monitoring that I expected in view of his dementia. If he said he had had a wash or was dressed, it was accepted without checking. He wore the same shirt for
his final 3 days at Blakelands!
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Review from J M (Wife of Resident) published on 7 November 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My husband has just spent 15 days in Blakelands Lodge. He has Alzheimer's and I needed a break. He has come home and although he cannot remember all the things he has done, he says everyone was very kind. He's had a lovely time, the food was good and he wants to go there again. All his clothes came
back nicely laundered so I haven't got any post holiday washing to catch up with. We will definitely use this home again so I can have a holiday.
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Review from Gillian I (Daughter of Resident) published on 2 October 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My sister and I were very thankful to find such a good care home as Blakelands Lodge Care Home for our 93-year-old mother. As Mum needs 24-hour care, we needed somewhere we could leave Mum for two weeks respite care so we could have a break. We had complete peace of mind knowing that she was in a comfortable,
safe and secure place in our absence. We have no hesitation in recommending Blakelands Lodge to others who might have the same anxieties and worries in finding the best care for their loved ones. Mum has been in twice this summer and we will come back here again.
Reply from Terri Kidd, PR Executive at Blakelands Lodge

Thank you for your very kind words, it’s a pleasure to welcome your mum to our home and we are so pleased that we can support and care for her whilst allowing you to take a very well-earned break. We look forward to seeing her (and you) again soon.

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Current Review Score: 9.9 (9.895)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.9 (9.895) out of 10 for Blakelands 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 20 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 20 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 4.895 for Blakelands Lodge is calculated as follows: ( (217 Excellents x 5) + (19 Goods x 4) + (3 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 239 Ratings = 4.895
  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 Blakelands Lodge is based on 20 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 20 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.

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Meet the Team (4)

James

James Eeles-Feeney

Job Title: Home Manager Joined: 2023

James is the Home Manager at Blakelands Lodge.

Hayley

Hayley Lant

Job Title: Front of House Manager Joined: 2022

Hayley is the Front of House Manager at Blakelands Lodge.

Emilia

Emilia Beer

Job Title: Care Manager Joined: 2022

Emilia is the care manager for Blakelands Lodge

Camelia

Camelia Dumbrava

Job Title: Activities Co-ordinator Joined: 2024

Camelia is Activities Co-ordinator for Blakelands Lodge

Frequently Asked Questions about Blakelands Lodge

What types of Care is Blakelands Lodge registered for?

Older Person Care, Dementia & Visual / Hearing Impairment are the registered (by the Care Quality Commission) categories of Care.

How many Rooms does Blakelands Lodge have?

There are 66 Single Rooms.

What are the Facilities & Services at Blakelands Lodge?

Own Furniture if required, Pet Friendly (or by arrangement), 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 are some of the Facilities & Services.

How far is Blakelands Lodge to the centre of Bedford?

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

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