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 Gina F (Daughter of Resident) published on 18 March 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My mum has been in this excellent care home for just over 4 years after the sudden loss of my father. I love visiting her here as it’s like a second home to me and my family. She is well cared for and the staff are friendly, approachable and hardworking! I can relax as I know she is happy, safe and
well looked after. I wouldn’t want her anywhere else.
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Review from Leisl B (Granddaughter of Resident) published on 6 March 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We would thoroughly recommend Buckingham Lodge to anyone looking at care for their relative. My nan spent the last 18 months of her life at Buckingham Lodge Care Home, it was a very hard decision to make putting Nan into care but Buckingham Lodge was definitely the right choice. Nan's well-being, dignity
and happiness was considered throughout and she settled in very quickly.
The staff's compassion, dedication, and professionalism was evident in every interaction we have had with them. Their commitment to ensuring her comfort, safety, and well-being did not go unnoticed, and it brought comfort to our family knowing she was in such capable hands. Their kindness and empathy extended not only to her but also to our family, always making us feel welcome at the home and involved in her care.
The home provided a variety of activities and Nan was always pleased with the food served.
Thank you!
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Review from Linda F (Daughter of Resident) published on 15 November 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Mum moved into Buckingham Lodge Care Home about six months ago after a spell of not coping on her own at home and being admitted to hospital. I can't believe how much Mum has improved in her time in the home. Mum is now eating well after so long of not wanting to eat at all and really enjoys the meals.
She has amazing carers who look after her so well, and the relationships she has developed with everyone there are so lovely to see.
I am always kept informed of any concerns the carers may have, and they are always happy to chat about what is important to Mum and find out who she really is. I know that whenever I visit, Mum will be tidy, hair done (she loves having the hairdressers there), nails done and wearing her earrings.
There is always so much going on, and it is great to see the updates on social media of Mum joining in with the games and events that have taken place since she has been there.
I can't rate the team at Buckingham Lodge highly enough.
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Review from Gillian A (Daughter of Resident) published on 17 October 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
In January 2023, when my sister and I reached the sad decision that we could no longer support Mum and Dad in their home, we enquired at Buckingham Lodge regarding respite care as a taster for a permanent solution.
From that moment on, the manager and all the wonderful staff made us very welcome. Mum
and Dad settled in immediately and are now very well cared for happy permanent residents.
All the staff are very friendly, approachable and caring. There are lots of activities and the food is amazing.
Thank you Buckingham Lodge for making a difficult decision for us easy.
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Review from Lesley S (Daughter of Resident) published on 16 October 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Mum and Dad have now been in Buckingham Lodge Care Home for nine months and we are delighted that it has now been confirmed that they can stay there. Having initially moved into Buckingham Lodge for a period of respite care, they both settled in really quickly and the team of carers and team leaders
were so caring and supportive that it quickly became clear that this was a great place for them and they both wanted to stay. The team are all really kind and patient, they respond quickly and efficiently to patients' needs and always have time to chat to us when we visit. The communication from them about any health concerns has been timely and helpful and it is incredibly reassuring to know Mum and Dad are so well looked after.
All of the teams play their role, the housekeeping team ensures Mum and Dad's rooms are clear and fresh and the catering team do an amazing job - the food is fantastic!
Thank you to all the teams - you do a brilliant job!
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Review from D L (Son of Resident) published on 2 July 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Mum is very settled and happy at Buckingham Lodge.
The care and support she receives has been excellent.
The food is delicious, and there are lots of activities too.
Reply from Simon Meredith, Home Manager at Buckingham Lodge

Thank you for your lovely review of Buckingham Lodge and we are pleased that you rate our care and support as excellent. We are very pleased that your mother is happy living at Buckingham Lodge and enjoys the food. All our activities are arranged with our residents’ input, to ensure that they spend time as they wish.

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Review from Michael A (Husband of Resident) published on 25 June 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I would like to thank the manager and his staff (very special people) for looking after my wife and the other guests. The staff are very professional. My wife is happy there, better than I could make her. Thank you from the heart.
Reply from Simon Meredith, Home Manager at Buckingham Lodge

Thank you for your lovely review of Buckingham Lodge and it’s lovely to know you’re happy with the care received from all staff. We appreciate your kind comments regarding our team. We are very pleased that your wife is happy living at Buckingham Lodge and for the heart-warming feedback. We are here to help and support our residents and their loved ones and provide care unique to each individual who lives at Buckingham Lodge.

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Review from Lynne A (Daughter of Resident) published on 21 June 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
It is impossible to express just how grateful we are for the care and support that Mum has received since living here, the managers and staff have not only made Mum feel so welcome and part of the family environment that they have built but have also supported us through the transition.
When we visit,
you can see how amazing the staff are in their interactions with Mum, she is so comfortable with them and has so much fun!
We love the updates on social media so we can see the fun and frolics they get up to, they really help to make us feel connected when we can’t be with her. Thank you to everyone that makes the home so special.
Reply from Simon Meredith, Home Manager at Buckingham Lodge

Thank you for your lovely review of Buckingham Lodge and we are pleased that you rate our staff as excellent. We appreciate your kind comments regarding our team and the warm welcome your mum has received. It’s great to hear that you also felt supported as a family. We are very pleased that your mother is happy living at Buckingham Lodge. All our activities are arranged with our residents’ input, to ensure that they spend time as they wish.

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Review from Domenico C (Son-in-law of Resident) published on 15 June 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My mother-in-law has been in Buckingham Lodge for a couple of months and I am very impressed the way she has settled. All the staff are fantastic, from doing the laundry, the catering and the most important part, the caring. Whenever we visit we are made to feel very welcome, nothing is too much trouble.
The home is safe and the rooms are lovely. Well done to all the staff and management for your excellent provision.
Reply from Simon Meredith, Home Manager at Buckingham Lodge

Thank you for your lovely review of Buckingham Lodge and we are pleased the you rate our staff as excellent. We appreciate your kind comments regarding our team and welcoming environment. We are very pleased that your mother-in-law is happy living at Buckingham Lodge. We are here to help and support our residents and their loved ones and provide care unique to each individual who lives at Buckingham Lodge.

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Review from P B (Wife of Resident) published on 7 June 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
My husband enjoyed his stay (respite) and would go back.
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Review from S G (Daughter of Resident) published on 18 May 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My mum has now been in the care home for over 2 years. In that time a few changes have been made. Firstly a new manager came along, and he made a few good changes. Staffing, plus better and more activities which keep the residents interested and happy. The staff sometimes take some of the residents
out on trips or just out for a walk.
As for the staff, they are so friendly, helpful, efficient and very thoughtful with the residents' needs.
The care home has a lovely atmosphere and have flexible visiting times.
The staff have made the care home very comfortable for the residents. My mum is very happy with her room and has many of her personal items in there.
I am very happy with the care and attention my mum receives from Buckingham Lodge staff, I couldn't find a better place for her to be in.
Reply from Simon Meredith, Manager at Buckingham Lodge

Thank you for your lovely review of Buckingham Lodge and we are pleased that you rate our overall experience as excellent. We appreciate your kind comments regarding positive changes at Buckingham Lodge and I will pass on your lovely feedback regarding our team. We are very pleased that your mother is happy living at Buckingham Lodge. We ensure that there are activities for each person who lives with us to enjoy and care at hand to support individual needs.

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Review from Russell S (Son of Resident) published on 12 April 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Excellent in all respects. A safe haven for my elderly mother who is now being care for in the best way. A happy, comfortable and safe place that Mum now calls home. Delightful staff who all have a passion for giving the highest quality of care.
Reply from Simon Meredith, Manager at Buckingham Lodge

Thank you for your lovely review of Buckingham Lodge and we are pleased the you rate all areas of our home as excellent. We appreciate your lovely feedback and I will pass this on to our team. Our colleagues are recruited not only to provide person centred care but also for their personal qualities of being kind and compassionate. We are very pleased that your mother feels at home at Buckingham Lodge.

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Review from B R (Daughter of Resident) published on 20 February 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Buckingham Lodge Care Home is a fantastic care home. Although my dad has only been there for a relatively short time the manager, team leaders, carers and all staff have gone above and beyond expectations with Dad's transition into where he already calls home.
He feels comfortable, safe and happy due
to high standard of care, kindness, compassion he receives from all staff delivered with professionalism and personable approach.
We as a family can phone or visit at anytime where there is always the manager or team leader to discuss anything with if needed.
The food and menu choice is first class and so much of it, Dad loves his food. The home is has a comfortable homely feel which is clean and tidy throughout and Dad's room already feels like home from home where staff have again gone above and beyond with shelving for his possessions of sentiment and pictures. I would not hesitate to recommend Buckingham Lodge it is an absolutely amazing home.
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Review from T R (Granddaughter of Resident) published on 17 January 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Granddad has been at Buckingham Lodge for three months and I would highly recommend it. We did have some reservations to start with (to be expected when trusting someone with your loved one), but we needn't have worried. We were made to feel welcome from the very first visit and Granddad settled instantly.
It's nice to see him engaging with other residents and activities. Granddad has nothing but praise for all staff and after visiting daily, I can see why. Buckingham Lodge is very clean and the food is to Granddad's liking too. We are updated regularly on his well-being and if a doctor is needed, staff will make sure he is seen. The management is clearly doing a great job along with all staff members. Nothing is too much trouble. It's nice to know Granddad is receiving the care he deserves.
Reply from Simon Meredith, Manager at Buckingham Lodge

Thank you for taking the time to review Buckingham Lodge and we are pleased that you rate all aspects of our home as excellent. Your wonderful feedback is appreciated and I will ensure my team are aware of this. We are very pleased that your granddad has settled in well with us and that all aspects of day-to-day life are to his liking. We involve our residents in creating our menus and deciding on activities as Buckingham Lodge is their home.

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Review from M L (Wife of Resident) published on 14 December 2022 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
I moved my husband into the home on 8th October 2022. The welcome he received was amazing. We were assured and put at ease that he would be well cared for. I have been in a couple of times since and he is happy. The manager and his team are fantastic and at this point in time, I have no concerns.
Reply from Simon Meredith, Manager at Buckingham Lodge

Thank you for taking the time to review Buckingham Lodge and we are pleased that you rate our staff as excellent. Thank you for your kind comments, which I will pass on to our team. We are here to help and support our residents and their loved ones and provide care unique to each individual who lives at Buckingham Lodge.

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Review from G W (Son of Resident) published on 15 November 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Buckingham Lodge took in my mother for respite care which turned into permanent care until the time of her recent death. Throughout her time there, she was treated with the utmost friendliness and respect, and her medical needs were very well met, both by the staff and by their calling in the GP/community
nurses whenever appropriate. For periods when I was out of the country, staff sent me email medical updates without even the need for prompts. I can honestly say they went 'above and beyond my expectations and that is a testament to high-quality management and a staff ethic of professional care and compassion. The environment within the building is also excellent. I would have no hesitation in recommending Buckingham Lodge at this time.
Reply from Simon Meredith, Manager at Buckingham Lodge

Thank you for taking the time to review Buckingham Lodge and we are pleased that you rate all aspects of Buckingham Lodge as excellent. We really appreciate your kind feedback, which I will circulate to our team. Our sincere condolences on the loss of your mother and it was our pleasure to look after her. We support our resident's families and friends and are always here to answer any questions, as well as care for our residents.

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Review from Matthew W (Son of Resident) published on 3 November 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Mum had two weeks respite care. When I collected her, it was obvious that she had enjoyed the stay. I spoke to several staff who had clearly interacted with her during her stay and were able to tell me about the things she had enjoyed. The room (and the whole lodge) was clean and very well maintained.
Overall, a very positive experience and I will certainly use Buckingham Lodge again in the future.
Reply from Simon Meredith, Manager at Buckingham Lodge

Thank you for taking the time to review Buckingham Lodge and we are pleased that you rate all aspects of Buckingham Lodge as excellent. We really appreciate your wonderful feedback and I will make sure that all colleagues at Buckingham Lodge are aware of this. We are pleased that your mum enjoyed her stay with us and look forward to welcoming her again. We tailor our care to each person living with us, by getting to know them as individuals.

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Review from Max P (Daughter of Resident) published on 25 October 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I have nothing but praise for Buckingham Lodge. Dad spent respite here and we wouldn't have wanted him to be anywhere else for his permanent home. The manager is so caring and patient and manages his staff well. They all work with a smile and seem so happy in their jobs. The staff have gone above and
beyond to make my dad's transition to permanent care, a good experience and he has settled so well. Their personal care of him has been wonderful too. He is being extremely well looked after, which gives us peace of mind. Thank you.
Reply from Simon Meredith, Manager at Buckingham Lodge

Thank you for taking the time to review Buckingham Lodge and we are pleased you rate all aspects of Buckingham Lodge excellent. It is wonderful to read your kind comments, which I will pass on to all our team. It is lovely to have your dad living with us and it is our pleasure to care for him permanently. We appreciate that placing a loved one in care is not an easy decision and we are happy to answer any questions and provide all the support we can.

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Review from Carole L (Sister-in-law of Resident) published on 20 October 2022 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Very clean and the staff are very welcoming, not just to residents, but visitors also. We have two residents staying with you and they are being very well looked after.
Reply from Simon Meredith, Manager at Buckingham Lodge

Thank you for taking the time to review Buckingham Lodge. We are pleased you rate our overall experience. We appreciate your lovely feedback regarding our team and I will ensure that they are all aware of this. Our housekeeping team strive for the highest standards of cleanliness throughout our home. We aim to provide everyone who visits Buckingham Lodge with the warmest of welcomes.

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Review from Neil C (Son of Resident) published on 17 October 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Mum enjoyed respite care so much at the lodge, it was the obvious choice when she could no longer live alone in her own home.The entire team are great and during lockdown, I had no concerns as I knew she was being well cared for. Mums final days were peaceful, the care and love she received from everyone
was superb. I am glad I chose Buckingham Lodge for my mum as I was always happy with the service she and I received. I fully recommend the care home.
Reply from Simon Meredith, Manager at Buckingham Lodge

Thank you for taking the time to review Buckingham Lodge and we are pleased you rate our staff as excellent. Thank you for your kind comments regarding our team which I will pass on. We aim to care for each of our residents as the unique individuals that they are at Buckingham Lodge and were glad you were pleased with the support we gave your mum.

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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

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  • Effective Requires improvement
  • Responsive Requires improvement
  • Safe Requires improvement
  • Well-led Requires improvement
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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.

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