Barton Lodge

45 Birdsfoot Lane, Luton LU3 2DN
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9.9 84 Reviews
  • Barton Lodge, Luton
Barton Lodge is a luxurious, 70-bed wetroom en-suite haven, brimming with experienced and empathetic caregivers who provide exceptional round-the-clock residential and nursing care. Beyond the unparalleled care, residents are treated to a plethora of quality amenities, such as a state-of-the-art cinema, a gym, and a quaint tea room. Private dining facilities and a stunning landscaped garden provide the perfect backdrop for residents to bask in the finer things in life.

From personalised care to therapeutic activities, the team prioritise the quality of life for their beloved residents. The home's community thrives with organised events, including tantalising baking sessions, writing classes, gardening, rhythmic dancing, painting, thrilling quizzes, and chess matches. Barton Lodge sits in a prime location, near a diverse range of shops, restaurants, and a fascinating museum. Effortlessly accessible, the care home's vicinity boasts excellent transport links, with Luton and Leagrave overground stations only a 10-minute drive away, making visiting loved ones a breeze.
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Care Provided by Barton Lodge

Primary Care Categories

  • Older Person Care
  • Dementia
  • Mental Health Condition
  • 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
  • Bariatric Care/Obesity
  • 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
  • Ground Floor Accommodation only
  • 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 £1750
  • Self-Funded Residential Dementia Care: from £1800
  • Self-Funded Nursing Care: from £1900
  • Self-Funded Nursing Dementia Care: from £1950

Fees include all meals, accommodation , heat, light, power, laundry services, activities.


Excluded from weekly fees are: Hairdressing, chiropody services, newspapers, personal clothing, toiletries, day trips

The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact Barton Lodge for full pricing details and T&Cs.

Contact Barton 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)

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.

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

Good to Know

Group/Owner

Person in Charge

  • Laura Mackie (Home Manager)

Local Authority / Social Services

Admission Information

  • Ages 65+

Care Home Design/Build

  • Purpose Built: Yes
  • Year Purpose Built: 2013
  • Last Refurbishment: 2023
  • Number of floors: 2

Room Information

  • Single Rooms (66)
  • Couples/Companion Rooms (2)
  • Single Rooms with Ensuite Wet Room (66)
  • Couples/Companion Rooms with Ensuite Wet Room (2)

Parking

  • Parking on site

Barton Lodge Reviews (84)

9.9

Barton Lodge has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.852) out of 10, based on 21 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Barton Lodge has 84 reviews.

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Review from S F (Daughter of Resident) published on 11 June 2026 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
I have peace of mind knowing my mother is being well cared for and her needs are being met by caring, happy, helpful carers who do their utmost to make her as comfortable and safe as can be. She has a lovely, spacious clean room, with a nice outlook.
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Review from Peter H (Husband of Resident) published on 11 June 2026 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My wife has dementia and has been a resident at Barton Lodge for the last 17 months. On the day that we arrived at Barton Lodge, we were met by the manager, and made very welcome as she showed us up to what would become my wifes room. We were told that we could bring pictures and ornaments from home
to help my wife settle in. The room was spotlessly clean and spacious with room for her wheelchair as she had a broken ankle at the time. All of the staff that we have met at Barton Lodge are very considerate and sympathetic to all of the residents and we know that my wife is getting the best care possible from a caring and professional staff.
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Review from Lynne N (Daughter of Resident) published on 9 June 2026 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Mum has been a resident of Barton Lodge for approximately 14 months and I feel she is well cared for. The Home itself is modern, clean and has a friendly welcoming atmosphere. Staff are always very professional. If there are concerns staff and the manager always listen and respond quickly to resolve
matters. It is a great relief to me to know that mum is being so well looked after.
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Review from Julie N (Resident) published on 8 June 2026 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
I think this place is nice. The staff are very helpful and freindly. The place is very clean.
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Review from Mary C (Resident) published on 8 June 2026 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I'm very happy here.
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Review from Sue T (Niece of Resident) published on 5 June 2026 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I was impressed and am still impressed with the way my aunt is treated and cared for in Barton lodge, ensuring dignity and kindness. At times I know my aunt can be challenging but the staff understand her behaviours and treat her accordingly. I genuinely feel that the carers really care for all their
residents. The overall atmosphere of the home is very welcoming and friendly. Thank you for all you do.
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Review from Denise Q (Daughter of Resident) published on 3 June 2026 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I genuinely cannot thank all the staff and management of Barton Lodge enough for everything they do for my mum, they go above and beyond. It shines through that this is more than just a job to them.
Staff and management are friendly, approachable and professional, always willing to help.
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is immaculate and beautifully decorated throughout. Mum has a large spacious bedroom, we have brought pictures and such from home to help make it a home from home for her.
There is a cinema room, hair dressing and beauty salon, refreshments are always on offer for service users and visiting family members, we have made use of all facilities regularly.
Activities are enjoyed by all service users, they vary from bowling, darts, singing, colouring, board games, manicures etc.
I would rate Barton Lodge as Outstanding. It is not just a care home, it is a home from home.
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Review from M T (Daughter of Resident) published on 20 May 2026 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The staff at Barton Lodge treat my mother with respect, compassion and kindness.
Through support, encouragement and direction, the staff have enabled mum to become more mobile and join in activities.
Barton Lodge genuinely cares for their residents and their families. They listen to all needs/requests
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Review from Michael S (Son of Resident) published on 23 April 2026 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My father George is a regular respite client and has used Barton Lodge many times.
I find the staff very accommodating and genuine care / nursing staff who take a real interest in the residents.
The environment offers residents many spaces and activities due to its modern layout.
I noticed a great
selection of foods being offered which take into account all residents preferences, cultural and dietary needs.
The staff whilst I recognise work within what sometimes could be considered demanding all seem to enjoy their work and get a long in an inclusive workforce. I suggest the management within the home deliver great management and supervision to the staff.
I would suggest this home for all types of residents needs as they assess and place within a suitable space.
It is very hard to send loved ones into care and I would suggest that you visit the home and maybe send your loved one on a trial basis before decisions are made.
Laura & Rebecca from management are very approachable.
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Review from Rebecca F (Friend of Resident) published on 16 March 2026 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I just want to say how incredibly grateful I am for the care and support you give to my friend. It brings me so much comfort knowing she is in such a safe, caring, and supportive environment.
The staff are always kind, patient, and respectful, and it's clear that they genuinely care about her wellbeing
and happiness. She is always clean, comfortable, and well-presented when I visit, and the home itself is warm, welcoming, and well looked after.
What stands out the most is how you treat her with dignity and compassion. You take the time to understand her needs, listen to her, and make her feel valued. I can see that she feels settled and cared for, which means everything to those of us who love her.
Thank you for the amazing work you do every single day. It truly makes a difference.
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Review from J G (Daughter of Resident) published on 16 March 2026 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My Mum has been in Barton Lodge for a couple of months now and I have seen an improvement in her mental and physical well being .
The home is immaculate, the staff are so kind and caring and I know Mum is safe and being so well cared for .
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Review from Vivienne P (Niece of Resident) published on 27 January 2026 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I am very pleased with the care Bridie is given by all the staff I have seen while I have visited the care home on many occassions.
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Review from Jane G (Daughter of Resident) published on 19 January 2026 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My mum is currently being cared for in Barton Lodge and I am really happy with the care mum receives. The staff are professional, caring, polite, cheerful and kind. I am a retired nurse myself - and this is my mum who I love dearly so it wasnt easy to find the right place but we are very happy with
the care here and the choice we made.
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Review from A S (Daughter of Resident) published on 22 December 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our mum came to Barton Lodge in March, and from the first day the staff have made her feel welcome, safe and comfortable, which gives us great peace of mind. She is always clean and tidy as are all other residents. The home is always clean and welcoming. There are lots of different activities, including
keep fit and different entertainment as well as residents and family parties. We would like to thank all the staff for the fantastic work they do, which has been a lifeline for us as a family during difficult circumstances.
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Review from C C (Daughter of Resident) published on 10 December 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Lovely warm entrance and environment. Reception staff always helpful. The care is exceptional and nothing is too much trouble, from finding a blanket that my mum likes to providing medical care. My mum is very happy, she enjoys the company and feels very safe. Carers are always visible and interact
with residents. There is a high standard of care at Barton Lodge. I feel very lucky that my mum is a member of their community.
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Review from Erika C (Daughter of Resident) published on 3 December 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
From the moment my dad arrived at Barton Lodge, we felt very reassured that he was in a lovely place and in good hands. Throughout his stay, we repeatedly saw the kind, expert, compassionate, patient, thorough and attentive care my dad was given by the whole team. Knowing that my dad was there - in
such a lovely, safe environment and being so well cared for - gave us complete peace of mind. My dad was calm and 'at home' at Barton Lodge and we are so grateful to all the staff for everything they did for him. Thank you.
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Review from K S (Son of Resident) published on 25 November 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The staff and carers are so friendly, helpful and caring. Whenever I visit, there is always someone popping in to see my mum to check on her and attend to her needs. I am always made to feel welcome. The home is always clean and tidy and well maintained. My mum particularly enjoyed the summer barbecue
this year which I also attended and she is pleased with the garden outside her window following
Various gardening days arranged by the home, her garden and those surrounding it look lovely and colourful. I would not even consider using a different care home as this one is so good.
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Review from M M (Granddaughter of Resident) published on 17 November 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My nan is staying at Barton lodge care home, she has settled in well; the management and staff have made her feel at home, they are kind, caring and supportive.
The home is clean and well maintained, and she has a lovely room, we were able to personalise to her needs.
The activity staff worked hard
getting to know the likes and preferences of each individual.
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Review from Rosalie M (Daughter of Resident) published on 14 February 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Barton Lodge provide excellent care for my mother. The management have created a friendly, relaxing environment with beautiful surroundings. The care staff are exceptional and do all they can to provide friendly and professional 'round-the-clock' care for my mother. The staff provide my mother with
all the help she needs so she can continue to live a happy and content life. The family are happy that mum is at Barton Lodge and is receiving the best possible care.
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Review from C W (Daughter of Resident) published on 14 February 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Mum has been in Barton Lodge for the last 4 weeks. From the start, she settled in well and the staff have been lovely and supportive to her and us as her family. They have made the whole situation very pleasant. Mum has also appeared to thrive whilst being in here from the stimulation and interaction
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Current Review Score: 9.9 (9.852)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.9 (9.852) out of 10 for Barton 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 21 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 4.852 for Barton Lodge is calculated as follows: ( (214 Excellents x 5) + (35 Goods x 4) + (1 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 250 Ratings = 4.852
  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 Barton 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 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 70 registered maximum number of service users is 14, 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: 28 May 2025

Overall Good

  • Caring Good
  • Effective Good
  • Responsive Good
  • Safe Good
  • Well-led Good
Care Quality Commission is responsible for the registration and inspection of social care services in England. View Latest Report

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Meet the Team (1)

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Laura Gibney

Job Title: Home manager Joined: 2023

I have worked in the Health Sector for 13 years and completed the Health and Social Care Level 5 diploma.


I'm a very organised person and love a list. I'm very compassionate and caring, which allows me to excel in my job role. Family is extremely important to me, I enjoy long walks with my family and dog.

Frequently Asked Questions about Barton Lodge

What types of Care is Barton Lodge registered for?

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

How many Rooms does Barton Lodge have?

There are 66 Single Rooms and 2 Couples/Companion Rooms.

What are the Facilities & Services at Barton Lodge?

Own Furniture if required, Pet Friendly (or by arrangement), Close to Local shops, Near Public Transport, Lift, Wheelchair Access, Ground Floor Accommodation only, 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 Barton Lodge to the centre of Luton?

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

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