Buckingham Lodge

Culpepper Close, Buckingham, Aylesbury HP19 9DU
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Anchor’s Buckingham Lodge is a purpose-built modern care home. It provides friendly care within a comfortable and relaxing environment. The home is finished to the highest standard and benefits from impressive facilities for customers to enjoy, such as cosy quiet lounges, well-maintained secure gardens and a café. Each bedroom has an en suite wet room and underfloor heating as standard.

The team are pleased to be continuing to welcome permanent residents and those who wish to join Buckingham Lodge for respite care.

The home provides residential care, which is personally tailored to meet the individual needs of customers and enhance their quality of life. Anchor works with customers and their loved ones to create detailed care plans. This ensures each individual’s health and care needs are continually met. Anchor prides itself in dementia care and provides on-going training to care staff to ensure their approach always reflects best practice. Buckingham Lodge is also a pet-friendly home.

Anchor is England’s largest provider of housing and care for those aged over 55 years. The organisation has more than 60 years of experience as a not-for-profit provider of services to older people. Money is reinvested back into services and retirement properties and care homes to raise standards and continually exceed customers' expectations.
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Care Provided

Primary Care Categories

  • Older Person Care
  • Dementia
  • Physical Disability

Length of Stay

  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care

Care Types Provided

  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • For a maximum of 64 Service Users

Dementia Care Types

  • Mild Dementia
  • Moderate Dementia

Other Care Provided

  • Parkinson's Disease
  • Convalescent Care

Facilities

  • Own Furniture if required
  • Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
  • Close to Local shops
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair Access
  • Gardens
  • Bar/Café
  • Phone Point in own room
  • Television point in own room

Funding & Fees

Weekly Charges per Person

  • Self-Funded Residential Care: from £1525
  • Self-Funded Residential Dementia Care: from £1525
  • RESPITE Self-Funded Residential Care: from £1525
  • RESPITE Self-Funded Residential Dementia Care: from £1525

Colleagues at Buckingham Lodge will be happy to discuss our weekly fees with you and what our fees include.

These prices are only a guideline, please contact Buckingham 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

  • Simon Meredith (Manager)

Local Authority / Social Services

Admission Criteria

  • Ages 65+

Care Home Design/Build

  • Purpose Built: Yes
  • Year Purpose Built: 2015

Room Information

  • Single Rooms (64)
  • Single Rooms with Ensuite Wet Room (64)

Visiting

  • Visitors are welcome.

Parking

  • The home have onsite parking, including disabled spaces.

Buckingham Lodge Reviews (118)

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Buckingham Lodge has a Review Score of 10 (9.959) out of 10, based on 25 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Buckingham Lodge has 118 reviews.

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Review from Jill J (Wife of Resident) published on 11 July 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My husband has been a resident of Buckingham Lodge for nearly two years now.
He is so well looked after by wonderful caring staff. My husband is very happy, comfortable and very contented.
His room is always clean and bathroom spotless.
The care home is run by a the excellent Manager who has worked
so hard to achieve the results he has. This is all possible by the great staff who work there. They are always helpful very supportive and friendly.
I have absolutely no concerns about the wonderful care my husband receives.
It's always a pleasure to visit Buckingham Lodge. It's like visiting family, always a lovely happy atmosphere.
We struck gold when we found Buckingham Lodge.
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Review from Sandra C (Daughter of Resident) published on 10 July 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I am really happy with this care home. There is a genuine feeling of care from everyone within the home. We have been here for over two years now and wouldn't want Mum to be anywhere else. Everyone here shows care and compassion and kindness to each and every person including families. Communication
is exceptional which for me is so important.
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Review from D L (Daughter of Resident) published on 20 June 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Mum has been a resident at Buckingham Lodge for several years. It is such a friendly, caring home where Mum is safe and happy.
There are lots of activities for the residents and lovely meals too.
Highly recommend Buckingham Lodge.
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Review from J A (Daughter of Resident) published on 20 June 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Mum is in her 4th year as a resident of Buckingham Lodge & the level of care has not faltered, we are still very happy with the level of care she is receiving.
The excellent caring rapport between residents & staff continues to be very obvious by their behaviours & actions. There is a family atmosphere
between staff, residents & their relatives.
The dementia journey is very much a rollercoaster of behaviours & emotions, we have worked closely with the staff at every step of journey, through the highs & lows feeling very supported. The staff are caring & professional which gives us peace of mind whilst leaving Mum in their care 24-7
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Review from C U (Friend of Resident) published on 19 June 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We have just returned from a visit to see a very dear friend at Buckingham Lodge. Once again we have come away with such positive vibes that she is happy and well cared for and we always look forward to our visits. Every member of staff we have encountered are friendly and caring. The Home itself is
spotlessly clean and although we have not eaten there, the menus look varied and healthy. There seems to be a lot of thought given to provide stimulating and fun activities, which often coincide with celebrations on a yearly calendar ie Valentine,s, Easter, VE Day, as well further day to day entertainment ie craft, cooking etc. and musical events to name but a few.
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Review from Malcolm M (Husband of Resident) published on 19 June 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
It was with much sadness that my darling wife of 61 years was diagnosed with advanced alzheimers and taken into care at Buckingham Lodge. This was last August 2024. Over the subsequent months I have observed frst hand how professional and loving the carers are under the direction of the homes brilliant
manager. I can sleep well at night knowing she is excellently cared for. Also, I can see how happy she is. Thank you all at Buckingham Lodge.
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Review from Paul B (Son of Resident) published on 21 May 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Since mum moved into Buckingham Lodge she has been so well cared for by the staff there. Nothing is too much trouble for them , whether it be a cup of tea and a biscuit or help with showering and personal care . She loves the food and has even gained a little bit of weight . It is always a source of
comfort to me that she has someone with her 24 hours a day .
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Review from Alison S (Daughter of Resident) published on 19 May 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The care my Mother receives is second to none she is cared for round the clock by a team of professionals who go the extra mile to make her smile, she has been at the home for 6 years and I couldn't recommend this place more highly, their dementia care is very good and I feel that all the team leaders
and Management work together to make the home a happy and safe place for residents.
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Review from Lisa S (Daughter of Resident) published on 12 May 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My father who is 93 moved into Buckingham Lodge care home in March 2025 after a long stay in hospital. He left hospital extremely under weight, physically weak, and in a pretty much constant state of confusion.
A lady came to assess my father while in hospital and told us how lovely Buckingham Lodge
care home was and how caring the staff were and if I'm honest, I was sceptical, I had had previous experiences with other relatives going into other care homes and it was not good.
On arrival at Buckingham Lodge we really were given a warm welcome! The staff could not have been more helpful!
My father was given a lovely en-suite room which was very clean and beautifully decorated, he has a television, desk with a chair and a comfortable chair for relaxing. He also has a small fridge.
My father has settled really well, is happy, gained weight, a lot less confused! The staff are always helpful, dad says the food is great!
Lots of entertainment!
Couldn't be happier with his care!
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Review from J W (Niece of Resident) published on 14 April 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I cannot thank the staff and management enough for the care they show with my aunt since she came to Buckingham Lodge. At 98, it was a huge change for her and she has adapted so well and is happy that is down to the staff. I've seen a side of her that I didn't know existed, making gingerbread biscuits,
stroking snakes and snails, arm dancing to music all with a big smile. Thank you
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Review from Margaret B (Wife of Resident) published on 9 December 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
This year it is our 62nd Wedding anniversary. I woke up on 8/9/2024 really sad that my husband wasn't by side. I went to visit him with his card and present and was amazed to be greeted by one of the carers with a heart. When I arrived upstairs the area was beautifully decorated with hearts and balloons
and the table was set with a lovely roast dinner and a bottle of wine. I was bowled over with the kindness shown and then to round it of a beautiful cake was presented. I was so surprised and happy that a day which I thought was going to be sad turned out to be so special. The staff are special at Buckingham Lodge always cheerful doing a difficult job. Thank you all.
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Review from Frances P (Daughter of Resident) published on 18 November 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Carers always say hello to my dad and I. Carers are all so friendly. I was there the other day and the residents were singing away amongst themselves around the table, so overall, they all seem happy. I love seeing the various videos that are posted showing my dad having a good time. That makes me very
reassured.
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Review from P M (Son of Resident) published on 19 September 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My father became a permanent resident at Buckingham Lodge back in April of this year. I decided to wait for a few months before submitting a review. Yesterday, I visited him on his 94th birthday at Buckingham Lodge and my wife and I were blown away at the fuss that the care home staff bestowed on my
father. Firstly, the chef and his colleague produced a surprise birthday cake that looked amazing and tasted delicious. Secondly, the carer that was on duty made us feel very welcome too.
After tea and cake, we wandered around the first floor which is modern, smart, clean and very spacious. Importantly, my father tells me that he feels safe and secure at Buckingham Lodge. He enjoys the food that is provided and he showed me the menu for this week which looks varied and healthy. The staff that I have met over the last few months have all been courteous and helpful.
Overall, four months down the line, I feel that we made the correct choice for my father to stay at Buckingham Lodge.
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Review from Kevin S (Son of Resident) published on 29 August 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My mother is suffering from dementia and when living alone had terrible panic attacks. Since moving into Buckingham Lodge, she has calmed down considerably. She's happy and healthy and eats much better. Buckingham Lodge is always clean and bright but the best thing for my mum is that all the staff are
so happy and patient and helpful.
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Review from James B (Husband of Resident) assisted by family/friend published on 28 August 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Amazing staff and management. Very clean and comfortable. I feel that my wife is being given the best care and we, as a family, liaise with all the team to ensure we're all communicating. My wife recently had her birthday and the catering team made her a fabulous cake and celebrated her birthday. I
would recommend the care home highly. We have never experienced and problem at all.
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Review from Samantha C (Granddaughter of Resident) published on 19 August 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My nanna has been at Buckingham Lodge for a little while now and she has settled in really well with the help of the staff and the manager, they are always friendly and supportive with my nanna and family alike, they keep you updated when she is feeling unwell or has had to see a doctor which I really
appreciate. The improvement in my nanna from living alone to living at Buckingham Lodge is amazing, she is so much brighter and happier there. I am grateful to everyone at the home for everything they do.
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Review from Janice L (Daughter of Resident) published on 10 June 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
After more than thirty years living alone, with the help of visiting care for the past few years, it was time Mum had the full-time care she so desperately needed. As a family, we had reservations she would settle into her new life at Buckingham Lodge. How wrong were we? She is so happy, in fact, constantly
tells us how happy she is to be living with her friends, her appetite is back and is so enjoying the delicious meals. The entertainment is giving Mum great joy, just loves a singalong with the visiting entertainers.
She so enjoys having her hair done by the hairdresser, getting her nails done and choosing a nice outfit for the day. The staff are all so caring and treat all the residents and visitors with warmth and respect.
Thank you to the manager and all the team for all your hard work and dedication.
Feel the 'sparkle' has returned to Mum's life for which we are eternally grateful.
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Review from C C (Daughter of Resident) published on 3 June 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Absolutely cannot recommend this care home enough! Each and every one of the staff here goes above and beyond their role. Caring, compassionate, friendly, listens, and always has the time for any queries/issues. The management is faultless and very understanding. I'm happy as I know my mum is being
cared for with the utmost respect. The rooms, food, facilities, and cleanliness are all amazing.
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Review from Emilie R (Relative of Resident) published on 20 May 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My husband’s grandmother resides at Buckingham Lodge. Since she moved, her general well-being has drastically improved and she has found her joy for life again. She smiles, is at peace and makes it a point each time to mention how very fortunate she feels to live there. “You know how in every place
there is that one person who gets on your nerves? Well, not here. Everyone is so lovely. They never tell me off, they are always friendly and I am really lucky to be here.” During our visits, we have found this to be true – everyone knows her by name (as well as knowing her many quirks) and they care for her with patience, respect, humour and so much love. The meals are well-balanced and healthy, with a variety of choices to cater for the residents’ tastes. The atmosphere is one of warmth and care, with many personalised touches to make it feel homely. As an extended family member who lives so far away, it gives me peace of mind to know she is happy and cared for. Thank you from the heart.
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Review from Ben C (Grandson of Resident) published on 20 May 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My nanna is really well taken care of at Buckingham Lodge. She tells me every time I see her that the staff are all really nice, she thinks she’s lucky to be there and loves living there. The meals she’s provided are really healthy and the staff are always friendly and considerate to her. I’m really
grateful to Buckingham Lodge for taking care of her and making an environment that she’s happy in.
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Current Review Score: 10.0 (9.959)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 10 (9.959) out of 10 for Buckingham Lodge is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

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

Detailed Breakdown of Review Score

The maximum Review Score for a Care Home is 10, which is made up from the Average Rating of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) and the Number of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) in the last 24 months:

  1. 5 Points are available for the Average Rating from all Reviews in the last 24 months. The Average Rating of 4.959 for Buckingham Lodge is calculated as follows: ( (284 Excellents x 5) + (6 Goods x 4) + (3 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 293 Ratings = 4.959
  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 Buckingham Lodge is based on 25 positive Reviews in the last 24 months and is calculated as per below:

    The 5 points available are broken down as follows:

    1. 4 points are available for the first 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 64 registered maximum number of service users is 12.8, which has been reached with 25 Positive reviews. Points = 1
  3. When a Review is submitted by someone who has previously submitted a Review, only the latest Review will count towards the Review Score.
  4. If a Care Home does not have a review in the last 24 months, then it will not have a Review Score.

Regulatory Rating

Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating

Date: 25 May 2022

Overall Requires improvement

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

Bed Vacancies

2 Bed Vacancies

Posted: 15 Sep 2025

We currently have two vacancies for care. Please contact Buckingham Lodge for further details.

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Simon

Simon Meredith

Job Title: Home Manager Joined: 2022

Hello!


My name is Simon, and I am the Home Manager at Buckingham Lodge.


I am originally from Lancashire but moved to Buckinghamshire at the age of 18 years. I have spent all of my career working in adult social care, mainly in the charitable and not-for-profit sectors.


I’ve worked across all of the different care sectors, and I believe I have gained a good understanding of the issues that people in our care experience, as well as an appreciation of how daunting it must be to move from the family home into residential care. The thought that I am in the privileged position of being able to influence and have a positive impact on people’s lives is very motivating and rewarding for me.


I am also passionate about supporting our staff to develop and achieve to the best of their ability. If we have a happy and engaged staff team, we should have happy, well-cared-for residents and a happy home – everyone matters!


If we can put each individual at the centre of all that we do, we can ensure that our residents are fully involved in all of our decision-making processes, enabling us to deliver care and support that is as individual as they are.


Away from work, I am married with two children and a dog. If I am not at Buckingham Lodge or at home (or out walking the dog), I can be found following the mighty Preston North End around the country.
   
I look forward to meeting you soon.

Frequently Asked Questions about Buckingham Lodge

What types of Care is Buckingham Lodge registered for?

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

How many Rooms does Buckingham Lodge have?

There are 64 Single Rooms.

What are the Facilities & Services at Buckingham Lodge?

Own Furniture if required, Pet Friendly (or by arrangement), Close to Local shops, Lift, Wheelchair Access, Gardens, Bar/Café, Phone Point in own room & Television point in own room are some of the Facilities & Services.

How far is Buckingham Lodge to the centre of Aylesbury?

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

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