
the home reflects the values of the care one would wish forMonica E(Resident / Service User)

I wouldn't want to live in any other care home.Pamela H(Resident / Service User)

We are extemly happy with the care home Mum has settled in really wellS B(Daughter of Resident/Service User)

the home reflects the values of the care one would wish forMonica E(Resident / Service User)

I wouldn't want to live in any other care home.Pamela H(Resident / Service User)

We are extemly happy with the care home Mum has settled in really wellS B(Daughter of Resident/Service User)

Buckler’s Lodge is Bracknell Forest's leading not-for-profit care home. This modern residential and dementia care home offers flexible trial stays and a unique Home for Life assurance that supports residents to remain if personal funds run out.
In a purpose-built home surrounded by nature in Crowthorne, near Wokingham, Buckler’s Lodge is a vibrant and welcoming 24/7 community of care where residents and families benefit from award-winning residential and dementia care. Residents...
Buckler’s Lodge is Bracknell Forest's leading not-for-profit care home. This modern residential and dementia care home offers flexible trial stays and a unique Home for Life assurance that supports residents to remain if personal funds run out.
In a purpose-built home surrounded by nature in Crowthorne, near Wokingham, Buckler’s Lodge is a vibrant and welcoming 24/7 community of care where residents and families benefit from award-winning residential and dementia care. Residents are supported using a well-established methodology centred on maximising independence for as long as possible.
The home is part of the not-for-profit group Greensleeves Care. Named among the Top 20 care home groups in the country, Greensleeves is a charity focused on people, not profit, and any surplus from fees goes back into continuously improving care. Buckler’s Lodge also offers Greensleeves’ Home for Life Commitment, which ensures residents are supported to remain in the home if personal funds are depleted.
Along with specialist care and peace of mind, residents at Buckler’s Lodge enjoy:
• Stunning grounds and views
• Modern, spacious bedrooms all with en-suite wetrooms
• Comfortable lounges, dining areas, library, and cinema
• Bistro area and private dining room for entertaining visitors
• Delicious and nutritious meals cooked daily on site
Buckler’s Lodge promises that from the first enquiry, a member of the team will be available to listen, answer questions, and help prospective residents and families make a care choice that feels right.
Care Provided by Bucklers Lodge
Primary Care Categories
- Older Person Care
- Dementia
- Physical Disability
- Visual / Hearing Impairment
Length of Stay
- Permanent Care
- Respite Care
Care Types Provided
- Residential Care
- Dementia Residential Care
- For a maximum of 80 Service Users
Dementia Care Types
- Mild Dementia
- Moderate Dementia
Other Care Provided
- Palliative / End of Life Care
- Convalescent Care
Facilities
- Own Furniture if required
- Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
- Close to Local shops
- Near Public Transport
- Minibus or other transport
- Lift
- Stairlift
- 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
Contact Bucklers Lodge to confirm what's included and get a personalised quote:
Fees are set based on the specific care needs of each individual. Fees come with Greensleeves Care's unique Home for Life financial assurance and, as a not-for-profit home, every penny goes towards high-quality care, never shareholders. Give the home a call today for more details.
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact Bucklers Lodge for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Funding Types Accepted
- Self-Funding (Private)
- Local Authority with Top-up
- Local Authority
- NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC)
Tours
Good to Know
Group / Owner
- Greensleeves Care
- Voluntary / Not for Profit Owned
Person in charge
- Juliet Gallop (General Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Mixed (no single-gender units)
- Ages 65+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: Yes
Room Information
- Single Rooms (80)
- Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (79)
Bucklers Lodge Reviews (46)
Bucklers Lodge has a Review Score of 9.5 (9.481) out of 10, based on 24 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Bucklers Lodge has 46 reviews.
From the moment Mum arrived to a 'red carpet', I knew she would enjoy her stay and I was reassured that she would be safe and cared for by the incredible staff who all engaged with her at every level, with friendly, yet disciplined interaction. I have no worries about recommending Bucklers Lodge to...
From the moment Mum arrived to a 'red carpet', I knew she would enjoy her stay and I was reassured that she would be safe and cared for by the incredible staff who all engaged with her at every level, with friendly, yet disciplined interaction. I have no worries about recommending Bucklers Lodge to anyone who needs care for a loved one.
Thank you so much for your kind review. I will pass on your comments to our lovely team.
Mum was very well looked after. The care team were an outstanding group of professionals that met all of Mum's needs. We are very grateful for the time and energy that was put into Mum's care. The environment was calm and relaxed. I would recommend. Bucklers Lodge is a lovely home. Mum had a...
Mum was very well looked after. The care team were an outstanding group of professionals that met all of Mum's needs. We are very grateful for the time and energy that was put into Mum's care. The environment was calm and relaxed. I would recommend. Bucklers Lodge is a lovely home. Mum had a fantastic stay, with amazing care.
Thank you for taking the time to leave this kind review, I will make sure the team see your comments.
What a wonderful, warm welcome Mum received when she moved into Bucklers Lodge at the beginning of May. The staff are all so attentive and caring and I can already see an improvement in Mum's health and wellbeing. We, her family have also been made to feel welcome and involved in all aspects of her...
What a wonderful, warm welcome Mum received when she moved into Bucklers Lodge at the beginning of May. The staff are all so attentive and caring and I can already see an improvement in Mum's health and wellbeing. We, her family have also been made to feel welcome and involved in all aspects of her care and activities, which in turn, helps Mum feel that she really is at home. It is often said that it is people who make a home and this seems very true at Bucklers Lodge.
Everyone is most helpful. Because the place is new. The place is not quite coordinated. Not too happy at being given a special place for meals. There are no single tables.
Everyone is most helpful. Because the place is new. The place is not quite coordinated. Not too happy at being given a special place for meals. There are no single tables.
My uncle and aunt have been at Bucklers Lodge for a week. During this time, I have found the staff to be helpful, courteous and always extremely pleasant. They tell me that the food is delicious. My uncle thinks the portions are great, but my aunt says they are too big. Overall, I am very satisfied.
My uncle and aunt have been at Bucklers Lodge for a week. During this time, I have found the staff to be helpful, courteous and always extremely pleasant. They tell me that the food is delicious. My uncle thinks the portions are great, but my aunt says they are too big. Overall, I am very satisfied.
Thank you very much for your kind review. I will pass on your comments to our staff.
My parents moved into Buckler's Lodge in March 2022 and have settled very well. They are well cared for by the staff, who are exceptionally kind. Since they moved in, I have particularly observed significant improvement in the physical and mental well-being of my mother. Currently, there are not...
My parents moved into Buckler's Lodge in March 2022 and have settled very well. They are well cared for by the staff, who are exceptionally kind. Since they moved in, I have particularly observed significant improvement in the physical and mental well-being of my mother. Currently, there are not many residents and the activities are quite limited, although I am sure that more will be introduced as the number of residents increases. However, the staff engage with my parents throughout the day and the beautiful surroundings of Buckler's Lodge mean that they spend time in various parts of their new home, including the gardens.
Thank you so much for your lovely review. We will be sure to pass on your comments to the team.
Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 21 May 2025Requires improvement
- CaringGood
- EffectiveGood
- ResponsiveGood
- SafeRequires improvement
- Well-ledRequires improvement
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
Please contact us for latest vacancies.
News (9) & Events (0)
- 31 Jul 2026
Residents, families and members of the local community enjoyed a fun-filled afternoon when Buckler’s Lodge care home in Crowthorne hosted its annual summer fete. It was a packed event with...
- 12 Jun 2026
We're proud to share that Greensleeves Care has been named among the Sunday Times Top 100 Apprenticeship Employers 2026. With more than 60 colleagues currently undertaking apprenticeships across our homes,...
- 13 Mar 2026
Residents, families and members of the local community came together to celebrate the fourth anniversary of Buckler’s Lodge care home in Crowthorne with a lively birthday party filled with music,...
There are no upcoming events for Bucklers Lodge.
Awards / Recognitions (11)
- 30 Jan 2026Recipient: Greensleeves Care
- 31 Jan 2025Recipient: Greensleeves Care
- 31 Jan 2024Recipient: Greensleeves Care
Accreditations
There are no accreditations posted yet for Bucklers Lodge.
Meet the Team (8)

I have spent most of my working life in leadership roles, but it is within the care sector that I have truly found my purpose. I began my career as a...
I have spent most of my working life in leadership roles, but it is within the care sector that I have truly found my purpose. I began my career as a Nursery Nurse before moving into leisure and healthcare management, and for the past 20 years, I have worked within CQC-regulated care services.
Throughout my career, I have held a variety of roles, from Registered Manager positions to turnaround and interim roles, helping services improve standards and create positive, sustainable change. I am proud to have supported four care homes in achieving a ‘Good’ CQC rating, including services within Bupa and Avery Homes, and to have helped improve a ‘Requires Improvement’ rating to ‘Good’ within 15 months at Castle House Group in Battersea.
Providing high-quality, person-centred care is at the heart of everything I do. I am passionate about ensuring every resident is treated with dignity, respect, and individuality, with care tailored to their unique needs and life experiences. I believe in being a visible, approachable, and hands-on leader, supporting both residents and staff to create a positive and welcoming environment.

My role at Buckler's Lodge is to offer support and advice to families who are looking for care for their loved ones. There is no greater reward for...
My role at Buckler's Lodge is to offer support and advice to families who are looking for care for their loved ones. There is no greater reward for me than helping people on this journey into finding the right home. Away from work, I love to spend time with my family and friends.

I'm the Support Service Manager at Bucklers Lodge with over 11 years of experience in care.
I'm passionate about wellbeing and delivering...
I'm the Support Service Manager at Bucklers Lodge with over 11 years of experience in care.
I'm passionate about wellbeing and delivering person-centred support, ensuring every resident feels valued and at home.
Outside of work, I enjoy spending time with my two children and our dog, and in the summer, you'll often find me at steam rallies with my partner and his 100-year-old steam engine.

I joined Bucklers Lodge in October 2025 and manage a floor supporting residents with late-stage dementia.
I am a Registered General Nurse with an...
I joined Bucklers Lodge in October 2025 and manage a floor supporting residents with late-stage dementia.
I am a Registered General Nurse with an active PIN. Before moving from the NHS into care homes in 2005, I worked at both Frimley Park Hospital and St Peter’s Hospital in Chertsey.
I love my role and am passionate about working with my team, who are supportive and dedicated to providing high-quality care.

I joined Greensleeves Care in February 2024 and work on the residential floor, where I enjoy building positive relationships with residents and...
I joined Greensleeves Care in February 2024 and work on the residential floor, where I enjoy building positive relationships with residents and working closely with my team.
I have completed a Level 5 qualification in Health & Social Care Management, and I am also a Level 4 Care Practitioner, with experience in medication management and palliative care. I am proud to be part of a team that offers residents the reassurance of a true “home for life” environment.

I joined Buckler’s Lodge in November 2024 as a Care Assistant, after working in care since 2020 following a long career in air freight logistics. I...
I joined Buckler’s Lodge in November 2024 as a Care Assistant, after working in care since 2020 following a long career in air freight logistics. I really enjoy the warm atmosphere at Buckler’s Lodge and love that it feels like a true home. I have built a great bond with my colleagues and especially enjoy spending time with and interacting with the residents.

I joined Buckler’s Lodge in March 2024 as a Care Assistant, having previously worked in domiciliary care, providing end-of-life care to people in...
I joined Buckler’s Lodge in March 2024 as a Care Assistant, having previously worked in domiciliary care, providing end-of-life care to people in their own homes.
This is my first role within a care home, and I enjoy building strong relationships with residents and having the opportunity to support them on a one-to-one basis. I find Buckler’s Lodge to be a welcoming, bright environment with a supportive management team.

I joined Bucklers Lodge in March 2023. Originally, I ran a hair and beauty business in South Africa before moving to the UK in 2019.
After moving...
I joined Bucklers Lodge in March 2023. Originally, I ran a hair and beauty business in South Africa before moving to the UK in 2019.
After moving here, I worked as a live-in carer supporting a couple in their home.
I love my residents and really value the interactions we have together every day. Bucklers Lodge is beautiful — it feels like working in a luxury hotel.
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