Cedar Lodge

Eastfield Lane, Whitchurch-on-Thames, Reading RG8 7EJ
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Cedar Lodge care home in Whitchurch-on-Thames aims to offer residents the care they need in a welcoming environment.

The care home is operated by the EQ Care Group and offers residential care and dementia care.

In comfortable surroundings, residents can engage in social activities and enjoy nutritious meals.
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Care Provided by Cedar 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
  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
  • For a maximum of 45 Service Users

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
  • Convalescent Care
  • Acquired Brain Injury (ABI)
  • Day Care

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 What's included?

Weekly Charges per Person

  • Self-Funded Residential Care: £1900 – £2800
  • Self-Funded Residential Dementia Care: £1900 – £2800

These prices are only a guideline, please contact Cedar Lodge to find out the exact price for your requirements.

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

Funding Types Accepted

  • Self Funding (Private)
  • Local Authority with Top Up
  • Local Authority
  • NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC)

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

Good to Know

Group/Owner

Person in Charge

  • Claire Watson (Registered Manager)

Local Authority / Social Services

Admission Information

  • Ages 65+

Care Home Design/Build

  • Purpose Built: Yes
  • Year Purpose Built: 2025
  • Number of floors: 3

Room Information

  • Single Rooms (45)
  • Single Rooms with Ensuite Wet Room (24)

Parking

  • They have 12 spaces available for visitors.

Cedar Lodge Reviews (14)

9.7

Cedar Lodge has a Review Score of 9.7 (9.727) out of 10, based on 14 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Cedar Lodge has 14 reviews.

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Review from Alex W (Daughter of Resident) published on 28 January 2026 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My father moved into Cedar Lodge in Sept 2025 when he was longer able to live alone.
I can not express how happy we were with the care provided there. It is a beautiful facility, the nearest thing you can get to a hotel. The staff were all amazing. Always available to talk to if you had any concerns.
My father had advanced dementia and towards the end of his life he didn't want to eat. The staff had a special way of encouraging him to take "one more bite" The cook would also specially prepare something special to try and encourage him to eat. The meals were excellent, restaurant worthy, as was the dining room.
My dads room was always clean and we were able to add small pieces of furniture from home to make it more personal.
As visitors, we were made so welcome, always being asked if we needed anything.
When my dad passed away, the staff were wonderful, making it so much easier for us.
I thoroughly recommend Cedar Lodge for taking care of your loved one.
Reply from Julia Berry, Customer Focus Lead at Cedar LodgeHello Alex

Thank you for taking the time to write such a lovely review.
We just adored your Father and his smile. I remember on his first day your brother was worried about him settling in, he sat next to a lady, they instantly started smiling, holding hands and became great friends which was so special to us all.

Warm Regards
Julia
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Review from Andy W (Son of Resident) published on 28 January 2026 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My father moved to Cedar Lodge when he was no longer able to manage with care at home. The level of care and kindness from all the staff was outstanding. He was encouraged to participate where he could and staff spent lots of time getting to know him and it always felt like a very caring and friendly
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Sadly his health deteriorated after a few months but his care was adapted to his needs and everything possible was done proactively to keep him comfortable and the last few months of his life were as comfortable as we could have wished for. It was always a pleasure to visit dad at Cedars in such a nice modern and clean environment with lovely staff which I will miss.
Reply from Julia Berry, Customer Focus Lead at Cedar LodgeHello Andy
Thank you for your beautiful review. We absolutely adored your Father living with us, he had such a brilliant sense of humour and we loved seeing him smile. We miss you too please pop down for a coffee when you are free.
Warm Regards
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Review from Lynn B (Sister of Resident) published on 23 January 2026 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My sister was in palliative care at Cedar Lodge. It is completely rennovated, and as such, provides a lovely place for those in care. The garden room and all other spaces are clean, bright and well-maintanined for all to enjoy. Snacks, tea and coffee are readily available for visitors. The food is nutrious,
and well prepared. Excellent cakes are baked fresh each day, adding to the home-like appeal.
The staff at Cedar Lodge are very good, providing not just medical care, but also care for the souls in their charge. They go out of their way to give individualized attention and the difference is evident.
With appreciation.
Reply from Julia Berry, Customer Focus Lead at Cedar LodgeHello Lynn
The team were privileged to spend time with your sister and family.
Thank you for your lovely review. I hope you got home safely.

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Review from Ann A (Daughter of Resident) published on 12 January 2026 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Cedar Lodge is a special place and we instantly knew that this was the best place for our dad.
He has not been an 'easy' resident but has always been treated with respect and kindness.
Many staff go above and beyond their job specification and you genuinely feel that they truly care for dad.
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to the family from the staff is excellent and any minor issues are dealt with quickly.
It is a very lovely place.
Reply from Julia Berry, Customer Focus Lead at Cedar LodgeHello Ann
Thank you for taking the time to write such a lovely review. Its so lovely to see your Dad smile and i know the team are very fond of him.

Warm Regards
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Review from Karen G (Daughter of Resident) published on 9 January 2026 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My father spent 10 days of respite care at Cedar Lodge over the Christmas period - he received excellent care throughout his stay and was very happy staying there. The staff were all extremely kind and caring towards my father and they all work so hard. Cedar Lodge is a very comfortable and well designed
care home which offers many up-to-date facilities. The garden room is a wonderful place for the residents to relax and enjoy the entertainment and planned activities. Cedar Lodge is located in the lovely village of Whitchurch and is in a quiet lane not far from Pangbourne.
Reply from Julia Berry, Customer Focus Lead at Cedar LodgeHello Karen
Thank you so much for your lovely review. It was a joy to have your Father stay over the Christmas period, I know the team are all very fond of him and he is welcome back whenever you need support in the future.

Warm Regards

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Review from C H (Daughter of Resident) published on 2 January 2026 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My mother spent the last six weeks of her life at Cedar Lodge and it was a comfort to know she was well cared for and very comfortable during a very difficult time for her and her family. The staff all went out of their way to tailor to her individual needs. She had a lovely room with a peaceful view
of the beautiful garden and for someone who has always loved her garden and the outdoors this provided a literal window to the outside world. The visitors kitchen provided a relaxing space, offering complimentary refreshments, which was very welcome, particularly if arriving stressed straight from work. The staff were all extremely kind and hard working and always tried to accommodate any requests, including sourcing and making her green jelly which she had developed a penchant for. The facilities are very clean and brand new with a high spec finish. I am glad my mother had such a peaceful environment to spend her last chapter in and am forever grateful for the care she received.
Reply from Julia Berry, Customer Focus Lead at Cedar LodgeThank you for taking the time to write such a lovely review.
The team were honoured to care for your Mother whilst at Cedar Lodge. We are so pleased she enjoyed her green jelly and peaceful surroundings.

Warm Regards
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Review from Ian W (Son of Resident) published on 22 December 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Cedar Lodge is an exceptional care home compared to many others I visited before choosing Cedar Lodge. Food excellent, care excellent, management excellent, facilities excellent. A lovely home with a good team of conscientious, happy people which has made my father very happy.
Reply from Julia Berry, Customer Focus Lead at Cedar LodgeHello Ian
Thank you for your review.
He has had a busy week being an amazing Santa, Judging mince pies, interviewing new care companions and meeting people moving in !
There was a very nervous lady visiting this week and he took her hand and said " I know its frightening but this is where your happiness begins again"
Your Father is such a tremendous part of Cedar Lodge and we all absolutely adore him.
Kind Regards

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Review from Michael W (Resident) published on 19 December 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I have been living here for a few months now and I couldn't be happier.
Everyone is very friendly and helpful, the activities are variable and you can ask or make a suggestion for an activity. Suzy is great at coming up with weekly plans and I do enjoy Sunday dinners
Reply from Julia Berry, Customer Focus Lead at Cedar LodgeDear Michael
Thank you so much for your review.
This means so much to us all at Cedar Lodge, we simply love you being part of our home.
Warm Regards
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Review from Jane F (Daughter of Resident) published on 5 December 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Lovely happy & caring 'home from home' - staff cannot do enough for both the residents and their relations. I could not have wished for a better place for mum.
Reply from Julia Berry, Customer Focus Lead at Cedar LodgeThank you for your lovely review. It was a privilege to look after your Mum.
Please do come in for a coffee when you can, It would be lovely to see you.
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Review from J P (Friend of Resident) published on 5 December 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
This is one of the best care homes I've ever been to and the staff are so knowledgeable, professional and kind.
The activities are based around all the residents and encourages everyone to participate, where possible.
The staff work well together as a team and the important part is they actually care,
rather than work as carers.
You can have care homes which looks like hotels and others that resemble a bed and breakfast. But it's the staff inside that make it a home.
Cedar Lodge has the look of a hotel and the care of a lovely home.
Well done to all the staff for making the difference.
Reply from Julia Berry, Customer Focus Lead at Cedar LodgeThank you so much for your beautiful review. We are thrilled you feel the warmth in our home from our lovely team.
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Review from D H (Son of Resident) published on 14 November 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
It's early days for my mother at Cedar Lodge. So far, our experience has been positive, with staff doing everything possible help my mother settle in. The facilities at the home are exceptional and staff are always helpful and willing to take individual requests into account. Carers are attentive and
responsive. As a new home, everything is immaculately clean and well cared for. For those who wish, there are plenty of activities and opportunities to meet other people. At the same time, no one is forced to join in with these and those who prefer more calm and peace will certainly find it here.
Reply from Julia Berry, Customer Focus Lead at Cedar LodgeHello David

Thank you so much for taking the time to write your review. The team have really enjoyed getting to know your Mother over the last week and she has already settled in so well. She especially enjoys our puppy Therapy sessions which really makes her smile.



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Review from Caroline M (Daughter of Resident) published on 14 November 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My mum stayed at Cedar Lodge for 2 weeks in August 2025, she loved the experience and was very happy. The staff at the home helped me manage transitioning my mum into her first respite care by supporting me taking mum for several visits for coffees or lunch at the home. Each time she went she was asking
to go back as we were always made to feel so welcome. This really helped mum to prepare for her respite care and settle in without any issues.
The staff are so lovely and caring at the home. Susy does a great job of providing activities throughout the week for the residents so there is always something entertaining and interesting to get involved in.
The home is beautifully presented and the bedrooms and lovely and comfortable.
I will definitely be taking mum back for more respite care in the future.
Reply from Julia Berry, Customer Focus Lead at Cedar LodgeHello Caroline

Thank you so much for taking the time to write your review. The team had such fun with your Mother in the Summer picking from the fruit trees and making apple pie.

We hope to see you both soon.

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Review from Janice B (Wife of Resident) published on 8 October 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My husband Phil was transferred from the hospice to Cedar Lodge on Tuesday, 9th April. he has been made very comfortable and given excellent, warm and attentive care. The facilities here are excellent with lounges and drinks & snacks for visitors. I spend most of my days there and feel very welcome.
This is a new care home and needs more residents so pass on the word!
Reply from Julia Berry, Customer Focus Lead at Cedar LodgeThank you so much for your lovely review, we really appreciate your feedback. You are such a big part of our home, it is lovely to have you both with us.Warm RegardsJulia Customer Focus Lead Cedar Lodge
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Review from Tracey B (Daughter of Resident) published on 8 September 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My mum has settled into her new home beautifully. I feel so happy how the staff support and care for her. They all love her and have made her feel so at home from day one. They can't do enough for her, which makes her feel like a princess! She really does love it here and for me as her daughter i'm
so very grateful she is so happy, as that is all I want for her as that is priceless. Thank you all so much for loving my mum as much as I do xx
Reply from Samantha Crawley, CEO at Cedar LodgeThank you so much for writing this amazing review! The team absolutely love your Mother and are so happy she's so happy at Cedar Lodge. Thank you so much
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Current Review Score: 9.7 (9.727)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.7 (9.727) out of 10 for Cedar Lodge is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  1. The Average Rating is 4.9 out of 5 from 14 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 4.9 out of 5 from 14 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 4.877 for Cedar Lodge is calculated as follows: ( (146 Excellents x 5) + (14 Goods x 4) + (3 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 163 Ratings = 4.877
  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 4.85 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Cedar Lodge is based on 14 positive Reviews in the last 24 months and is calculated as per below:

    The 5 points available are broken down as follows:

    1. 4 points are available for the first 20 Positive Reviews in the last 24 months; 3 points for the first Positive Review, 0.125 Points for each of the next four Positive Reviews, 0.05 Points for the next five Positive Reviews, and finally 0.025 Points for the next ten Positive Reviews. (1st = 3.000, 2nd = 0.125, 3rd = 0.125, 4th = 0.125, 5th = 0.125, 6th = 0.050, 7th = 0.050, 8th = 0.050, 9th = 0.050, 10th = 0.050, 11th = 0.025, 12th = 0.025, 13th = 0.025, 14th = 0.025, 15th = 0.025, 16th = 0.025, 17th = 0.025, 18th = 0.025, 19th = 0.025, 20th = 0.025) 3 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.05 + 0.05 + 0.05 + 0.05 + 0.05 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 = 3.85
    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 45 registered maximum number of service users is 9, which has been reached with 14 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.

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Claire

Claire Watson

Job Title: Registered Manager Joined: 2025

With 10 years as a Registered Nurse and over 15 years in healthcare, I've gained invaluable experience in patient care, critical thinking, and team leadership. My passion lies in building strong relationships with patients and fostering a supportive work environment for my colleagues.


I am thrilled to welcome new residents to Cedar Lodge and am dedicated to providing exceptional care and support to our community. Together, let’s continue to uphold the highest standards in healthcare!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cedar Lodge

What types of Care is Cedar Lodge registered for?

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

How many Rooms does Cedar Lodge have?

There are 45 Single Rooms.

What are the Facilities & Services at Cedar Lodge?

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 are some of the Facilities & Services.

How far is Cedar Lodge to the centre of Reading?

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

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