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Marnel Lodge is purpose-built to feel like home, with modern furnishings, inviting communal areas, and beautifully landscaped gardens. Residents can enjoy stunning countryside...
Care Provided by Barchester Marnel Lodge 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 66 Service Users
Dementia Care TypesMild Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "mild dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Memory problems such as misplacing items and not be able to recall recent events (however, in some forms of dementia a person's memory may be unchanged)
- Difficulties thinking through problems and planning, making decisions
- Language and communication issues such as finding it difficult to recall the appropriate word in a conversation or following a conversation
- Poor orientation, getting lost in areas previously familiar to them
- Difficulty judging distances (more falls than usual)
- Changes in their normal mood including anxiety and depression
- In certain types of dementia, personality and behaviour changes may be present alongside or instead of issues with memory or concentration.
Moderate Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "moderate dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Worsened memory problems. Not always recognising own family members and friends. Repeating the same questions over and over again
- Worsened language and communication issues, forgetting what they are saying mid-sentence. Not being able to understand what someone else is saying
- More frequent confusion, e.g. about the time of day or where they are, including their own home
- Apathy, depression and anxiety
- Believing things that aren't true (paranoia)
- Frequent hallucinations
- Lack of emotional control, quick to anger, fearfulness, sadness
- Loss of inhibition
- Difficulties sleeping or waking during the night and behaving as though it is daytime - loss of circadian rhythm.
Advanced Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "severe dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Severe memory problems. Not recognising family members and friends. Not being able to recall their own name
- Severe language and communication issues, not being able to understand what someone else is saying
- Severe confusion, e.g. about the time of day or where they are, including their own home
- Apathy, depression and anxiety
- Believing things that aren't true (paranoia)
- Frequent hallucinations
- Lack of emotional control, quick to anger, fearfulness, sadness
- Loss of inhibition
- Difficulties sleeping or waking during the night and behaving as though it is daytime - loss of circadian rhythm.
Verbally or physically aggressive behaviour
If your loved one displays this type of behaviour you may need a care home that has specially trained staff. Verbal/physical aggression is often defined:
- Consistent shouting and screaming
- Verbal abuse
- Physical abuse
How we define Dementia Care Types
Mild Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "mild dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Memory problems such as misplacing items and not be able to recall recent events (however, in some forms of dementia a person's memory may be unchanged)
- Difficulties thinking through problems and planning, making decisions
- Language and communication issues such as finding it difficult to recall the appropriate word in a conversation or following a conversation
- Poor orientation, getting lost in areas previously familiar to them
- Difficulty judging distances (more falls than usual)
- Changes in their normal mood including anxiety and depression
- In certain types of dementia, personality and behaviour changes may be present alongside or instead of issues with memory or concentration.
Moderate Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "moderate dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Worsened memory problems. Not always recognising own family members and friends. Repeating the same questions over and over again
- Worsened language and communication issues, forgetting what they are saying mid-sentence. Not being able to understand what someone else is saying
- More frequent confusion, e.g. about the time of day or where they are, including their own home
- Apathy, depression and anxiety
- Believing things that aren't true (paranoia)
- Frequent hallucinations
- Lack of emotional control, quick to anger, fearfulness, sadness
- Loss of inhibition
- Difficulties sleeping or waking during the night and behaving as though it is daytime - loss of circadian rhythm.
Advanced Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "severe dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Severe memory problems. Not recognising family members and friends. Not being able to recall their own name
- Severe language and communication issues, not being able to understand what someone else is saying
- Severe confusion, e.g. about the time of day or where they are, including their own home
- Apathy, depression and anxiety
- Believing things that aren't true (paranoia)
- Frequent hallucinations
- Lack of emotional control, quick to anger, fearfulness, sadness
- Loss of inhibition
- Difficulties sleeping or waking during the night and behaving as though it is daytime - loss of circadian rhythm.
Verbally or physically aggressive behaviour
If your loved one displays this type of behaviour you may need a care home that has specially trained staff. Verbal/physical aggression is often defined:
- Consistent shouting and screaming
- Verbal abuse
- Physical abuse
How we define 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
Facilities
- Own Furniture if required
- Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
- Close to Local shops
- Near Public Transport
- Minibus or other 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
This Weekly Fee rate is an indication only of a typical standard fee rate for a resident living in a standard, comfortable room. A final Weekly Fee rate will be confirmed once we have carried out a pre-admission needs assessment.
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact Barchester Marnel Lodge Care Home for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact Barchester Marnel Lodge 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)
Good to Know
Group / Owner
- Barchester Healthcare Ltd
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Anju Abraham(General Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Ages 65+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: Yes
- Year Purpose Built: 2011
- Last Refurbishment: 2025
- Number of floors: 2
Room Information
- Single Rooms (66)
- Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (62)
Visiting
- The home is open for visits 24/7.
Parking
- Two large car parks (front and site of the home) available. Off side parking is free as well.
Barchester Marnel Lodge Care Home Reviews (133)
Barchester Marnel Lodge Care Home has a Review Score of 9.8 (9.779) out of 10, based on 24 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Barchester Marnel Lodge Care Home has 133 reviews.
I am a weekly visitor to Marnel Lodge as I have a friend who has been a resident for two years I would highly recommend this home to anyone it is a happy home where the staff go above and beyond to give the residence the best care my friend enjoys weekly trips out and has no end of activities as well as entertainers visiting regularly . It is a very Modern home kept spotless with a garden area where family are always invited to attend BBQs in the summer
Thank you so much for your lovely review, we love seeing you every week
Friendly staff, kind and chatty with residents and visitors. Home clean and comfortable. Very much like the coffee area, apart from acoustics makes hearing difficult, especially for anyone with hearing problems. Think the food is satisfactory but quality in some instances could be better, e.g. sausages, soup etc. could be a bit tastier, especially as regards value for money. Activities seem good, I know my mum-in-law enjoys them.
The care, compassion and love provided at Barchester Marnel Lodge Care Home for my father was truly fantastic. The staff are kind, considerate, attentive and my father enjoyed their company. The staff were always very welcoming of myself and other family visitors. The compassion, respectfulness and support provided at my father's passing was very touching and helpful. I could not recommend Marnel Lodge more highly.
Thank you so much for your lovely review. It is so lovely still having the family pop in regularly to see us and playing the piano.
Initially Dad came for respite care for two weeks at Barchester Marnel Lodge Care Home after coming out of hospital and returned home for independent living, until May 2023 when he became a full time resident at Marnel Lodge. From Dad's first day at Marnel Lodge until his last he has received excellent care, compassion and support from all the staff. I have been coming up to Marnel Lodge on regular visits to see Dad and regard the staff as my friends and extended family, so I'll miss visiting Marnel Lodge now. Dad's had a lot of fun and laughter during his stay at Marnel Lodge especially in his early times here, regularly winning the bingo, singing songs when the singer came in. Playing the piano himself in the lounge on occasions. Enjoying the camaraderie and friendship of the staff & fellow residents. I suppose what I'm simply trying to say is that this place became Dad's home and he felt very comfortable, content and happy here. So thank you to all the staff at Marnel Lodge for making that possible.
Thank you so much for your lovely review and really pleased to hear how happy your dad was here at Marnel. It is so lovely that you still feel very comfortable visiting us on a regular basis and playing the piano in the coffee shop.
Mum moved to Marnel Lodge in December 2023 in a bit of a rush as she'd sadly suffered a stroke and lost her inability to live independently. We were devastated when the hospital wanted to discharge her so close to Christmas, it was such a stressful time for us all. Her placement at Marnel was only supposed to be temporary whilst we awaited a vacancy at her first choice of care home, but we've since made the decision for her to stay there permanently as the care she's received has been second to none. The staff are so friendly and keep you updated with every change or notification, we never have to worry about Mum's safety or happiness which is so comforting. The staff know Mum well which shows us they take the time to know her on a personal level, she loves the food, and the atmosphere is always positive and vibrant. Particular thanks to one member of staff in particular who answers all my random questions and always responds immediately, and another member of staff who calls me regularly with health and well-being updates. Would 100% recommend.
Thank you so much for your wonderful review, I will pass on your lovely comments to the team. We are all so pleased that your relative is staying with us a permanent resident
Our mother loved being at Marnel Lodge; she called it home. She became very attached to her carers and other staff all of whom are kind, considerate, supportive and happy to accommodate Mum's needs, nothing was too much trouble. Marnels excellent care starts with each individual carer, and their actions and sense of responsibility to the residents. The home is modern, and the decor is light and bright and of an excellent standard. There are lots of other activities which cater for all interests and abilities which provide interaction with other residents and friendships were formed. Outside is a lovely garden which she loved to sit in. My sister and I were happy that she was able to receive the best care and we would have no hesitation in recommending Marnel.
Thank you so much for your lovely review. We are so pleased your mum was happy here and called it home, your mother is very sadly missed here at Marnel
Her room is lovely, nice even temperature with a lovely view of the garden.
All nursing and care staff are very approachable and are extremely hard-working.
Thank you for your kind words, mum has settled very well here at Marnel.
I am a full-time carer for my husband at home and finding Marnel Lodge Care Home for respite care has been a saving grace for me this last year. He has been to Marnel Lodge four times this year. In October I needed respite care for my husband at short notice and I was able to get him there within a few days. The staff at all levels are friendly, helpful, professional and caring. He enjoys his food (which is excellent) and is very content with his accommodation. I know he is in safe hands and well looked after.
Thank you for your lovely review, Kathy, we love having your husband stay with us and look forward to seeing him again soon.
Mum is often unsettled and confused day to day but the staff are always happy to engage with her to ensure that she is happy and encourages her to join in with activities and other residents. She is happiest in the company of the staff and residents and enjoys listening to the music in the lounge.
When my brother-in-law was admitted, he was very poorly and confused. Since he has been with yourselves, he has recovered both mentally and physically, no doubt down to the staff and doctors in the home. He is enjoying his stay because, as he says, he feels safe and secure, on his own at home he felt very vulnerable and couldn't look after himself.
My nana lives at Marnel Lodge. She has complex needs but is treated with dignity and respect. She always looks good. She looks like my nana even though she is frail now. She looks happy, especially when I pop in to see her. I am made to feel welcome when I come to Marnel Lodge. Thank you to the hard-working team.
Thank you for your lovely review, I shall pass this on to the team.
The care Mum received was beautiful, the attention to detail in the housekeeping was excellent and Mum enjoyed the activities put on each week.
She particularly loved the musical concerts and walking around the beautiful garden.
The staff also supported us as a family and even through the Covid pandemic, they did all they could to help us connect with Mum and keep everyone safe.
Lovely to read your kind words, I will pass this on to the team.
It felt like having a second family when I went to visit as the staff are always so warm and welcoming. When my mum passed away from terminal cancer, I felt sad not only for losing her, but also because I would not see the staff again. They were incredibly supportive when times were tough and I could tell that they were all personally invested in my mum's care.
Thank you so much.
Thank you for your kind words, I will pass this on to the team.
We have visited several residents over eight years. The outside appearance and approach is splendid. The way one is greeted on entry is always courteous and smiling. Observing staff with residents - all treated with respect - residents are involved in any comments to us when we are in rooms/communal areas. The environment could scarcely be improved; clean, no grubby paintwork, displays are brilliant, white tablecloths! Everything communicates a pleasant, caring and ordinary place to be. Your range of activities is commendable. Well done.
Thank you for your review and your kind words. I will pass your comments on to the team.
My grandmother has been at Marnel Lodge for nine years and the care has always been exemplary. The food always looks amazing and the staff also make us feel so welcome as a family. My daughter absolutely loves her visit weekly to her Nana but also all the team! There is also a lovely little cafe where they serve cakes and drinks for the family which makes it nice to socialise with my Nana outside of her room. The gardens are really well maintained and beautiful to sit in in the summer.
Thank you for your review and to hear your daughter also loves to visit Marnel too. I will pass your kind words on to the team.
All of the home has a homely comfortable feel, and I couldn't have asked for a better place for my grandad.
Thank you for your lovely review, I will pass your kind words on to the team.
The staff always showed utmost kindness whilst they were looking after my dad over the past year but very specifically provided wonderful care in his final days. These times are never easy but the staff were amazing and looked after us all so well. They were supportive to our requests, extremely caring towards Dad's needs and showed us a huge amount of respect and care in his final hours. They gave us room to grief but support when we had questions. We couldn't have wished for anything else. When Dad passed, the staff said such wonderful things about him, which really touched my heart and helped so much in his passing. We were treated so personally even though I guess they deal with this all the time. Thank you.
Thank you for you review. So pleased you were happy with the care your dad received, he will be sadly missed here at Marnel
My mum moved into Marnel Lodge Care Home in June 2021. She immediately improved both physically and mentally. The staff have been great and I have every confidence that Mum had the best care. It has been a pleasure to see her blossom and make good friends.
Thank you for your kind words. So lovely to hear your mum was happy, she will be missed by her friends and staff here at Marnel.
My mum has been at Marnel Lodge Care Home for 9 years and has always been looked after well during that time, even when things were difficult during Covid. The staff and facilities have been great-always kept up to date on mum's health, and any issues have been dealt with. Cafe/garden/lounge areas are great to use and get Mum out of her room, as she is mostly bed bound. Lots of activities and visitors are warmly welcomed. I am so pleased Mum was able to help choose her home and I know she will always be kept safe. Both my wife and I have worked in and with the care sector professionally for many years and can highly recommend this home.
Thank you for your kind words it means a lot to the team. We will ensure we continue to do what we do best.
My mother lived in Marnel Lodge Care Home from November 2019 to November 2022. She was always very well looked after and cared for. All the staff were really kind and attentive. Toward the end, my mother was very unwell but continued to receive excellent care right to the very last moment. From the point of view of a relative, I also always felt included in all my mother's care and the staff was also very kind and thoughtful through some difficult times. I will always be very grateful to everyone at Marnel Lodge.
Thank you for your review. We are pleased that your mum considered Marnel Lodge to be her home and we all loved her. It was lovely to have known you all as her next of kin.
Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 05 December 2019Good
- CaringGood
- EffectiveGood
- ResponsiveGood
- SafeGood
- Well-ledGood
Inspection ratings
We rate most services according to how safe, effective, caring, responsive and well-led they are, using four levels:
- Outstanding - The service is performing exceptionally well.
- Good - The service is performing well and meeting our expectations.
- Requires Improvement - The service isn't performing as well as it should and we have told the service how it must improve.
- Inadequate - The service is performing badly and we've taken action against the person or organisation that runs it.
- Not rated - we have not yet rated this area of the service, this is normally because the assessments we have carried out have been focused on other key questions.
Bed Vacancies
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News (4) & Events (0)
- 18 Mar 2026
Our residents recently enjoyed a fantastic outing to The Leisure Park in Basingstoke, where they had great fun playing a friendly game of bowling. There was lots of laughter, cheering...
- 18 Mar 2026
Our residents marked International Women’s Day by creating thoughtful cards and sharing stories about the inspiring women who have influenced their lives. It was a meaningful session filled with reflection,...
- 18 Mar 2026
Our residents enjoyed a heart-warming Mother’s Day celebration filled with creativity, family time and special memories. To mark the occasion, residents took part in a flower arranging activity, creating beautiful...
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Awards / Recognitions (51)
- 09 Jun 2026Recipient: Barchester Healthcare Ltd
- 09 Jun 2026Recipient: Barchester Healthcare Ltd
- 15 Apr 2026Recipient: Barchester Healthcare Ltd
Accreditations
There are no accreditations posted yet for Barchester Marnel Lodge Care Home.
Meet the Team (9)

Hi, I am Anju, General Manager of Marnel Lodge Care Home. My team and I look forward to welcoming you into our home. I am a highly motivated, Quality-driven RN working in Marnel since 2017. Focused on efficiency without compromising compassion. In 2019 achieved an appreciation from the North Hampshire Urgent Care Certificate of Commendation in recognition of my exceptional professionalism and commitment to residents' advocacy. I am happy to be a leading part of the Marnel team. I have great enthusiasm, positivity and confidence to effectively lead and supervise the multi-disciplinary team to achieve the set targets.

I am a dedicated and compassionate nursing professional with over 10 years of experience in the healthcare industry. I joined Marnel in August 2021. My journey in nursing has been guided by a profound commitment to patient care and a relentless pursuit of excellence in every aspect of my practice. I believe in the core values of nursing passion, empathy, integrity and advocacy. I am committed to providing person-centred care that respects the dignity and individuality of each resident.
As a deputy manager with a profound passion for nursing and a heartfelt dedication to the well-being of elderly residents, I have dedicated my career to providing compassionate and comprehensive care.
Throughout my journey as a nurse, I have consistently demonstrated a deep commitment to improving the quality of life for those in my care. Beyond my clinical skills, I pride myself on my ability to connect with patients and their families, understanding their unique needs and tailoring my approach to suit each individual. My goal is to create a nurturing and safe environment where our residents feel valued and cherished.
As a nurse, I am continually learning and adapting, staying abreast of the latest in geriatric care to provide the best outcomes. Caring for the elderly is not just my profession, it is my passion and my life’s work. I am grateful for the opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of those I serve and look forward to continuing this rewarding journey.

An enthusiastic and hardworking individual who has 8 years of experience in nursing and dementia care. I give my best to deliver person-centred care to those I support and meet their needs with the passion and commitment they deserve.

I am a pragmatic nurse with over nine years of experience in adult nursing. I have been working with the Marnel Lodge team since 2022. I am dedicated to my job, making sure every resident I come into contact with gets the very best of my clinical, empathetic and person-centred care.

I joined the team in April 2021, and my role is to look after the home’s finances and administration. I have worked in administration for over 20 years, and here at Marnel, I lead a team of 2 lovely ladies. Tasks related to administration are very important to keeping a business running efficiently. Having the responsibility to complete tasks on time and in a quality manner without much oversight is crucial and really rewarding for me personally.
This is my first role in a care home, and I am loving getting to know the residents and their families. I interact with the residents on a daily basis, and you will often find me singing and dancing in one of the lounges when we have entertainers in, and I am happy to join them on trips out. My door is always open, and I am always happy to help.

While I worked there, I learned that doing just the smallest thing can make a big impact on the residents' lives.
I strive to bring the same mentality to my position here at Marnel and will try my hardest to make sure the lives of our residents are as comfortable and homely as possible.

I recently joined the Activities Team at Marnel Lodge as an Activity Coordinator, bringing with me previous experience in similar roles. I am a trained Holistic Creative Therapy Practitioner, a TimeSlips Certified Facilitator, and a Green Dementia Care Practitioner. I draw on these skills to create meaningful, person-centred experiences that enrich the lives of our residents.
I am committed to working collaboratively with residents, their families, and the wider Marnel team to deliver engaging and purposeful activities that foster a positive, supportive, and vibrant home environment.

Hi, my name is Symoun and I am the head chef here at Marnel Lodge. I joined Barchester in 2022 working in a sister Barchester home before moving to Marnel Lodge. Before that, I worked for a fine dining restaurant which is where I gained my skills and confidence. I love being able to make our residents happy through the love of food and take pride in every dish.

Hairdressing & Chiropodist Team
Our passion is to help our lovely Residents and make them feel special every day.
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