
fortunate to have been given a place here at Shipston Lodge.Rebecca E(Niece of Resident/Service User)

My elderly friend really enjoyed her week at Shipston LodgH E(Friend of Resident/Service User)

It is clean, warm, caring and welcomingLouise A(Relative of Resident/Service User)

fortunate to have been given a place here at Shipston Lodge.Rebecca E(Niece of Resident/Service User)

My elderly friend really enjoyed her week at Shipston LodgH E(Friend of Resident/Service User)

It is clean, warm, caring and welcomingLouise A(Relative of Resident/Service User)

Live Fully. Feel Safe. Stay Connected.
Shipston Lodge Nursing Home offers more than care—it provides a lifestyle of dignity, comfort, and peace of mind. Situated in the heart of Shipston-on-Stour, this purpose-built, family-run home combines clinical excellence with the warmth and sophistication of a boutique hotel.
Opened in 2019, Shipston Lodge operates on an All-Inclusive Care model. Every essential service is included in a single transparent fee—24/7 nursing support, expert chiropody, hairdressing,...
Care Provided by Shipston Lodge Nursing Home
Primary Care Categories
- Older Person Care
- Dementia
- Mental Health Condition
- 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 70 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
- Bariatric Care/Obesity
- Convalescent Care
Facilities
- Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
- Smoking not permitted
- Close to Local shops
- Near Public Transport
- Minibus or other transport
- Lift
- Wheelchair Access
- Gardens
- Bar/Café
- Phone Point in own room
- Television point in own room
- Residents Internet Access
Funding & Fees
Weekly Charges per Person
Choose Clarity When It Matters Most
At Shipston Lodge Nursing Home, our all?inclusive weekly fee means everything your loved one needs is already covered—so there’s nothing to worry about later.
That includes 24/7 nursing care, chef?prepared dining, housekeeping and laundry, salon and chiropody services, transport to local appointments, and a full programme of daily activities that support connection, routine, and enjoyment—including our much?loved in?house cinema.
No surprise invoices.
Just safe, dignified care delivered by familiar faces, with clear communication every step of the way.
We know choosing a care home is a big decision. That’s why we invite you to come and experience Shipston Lodge for yourself. Take a tour, see the cinema in action, and meet our Home Manager. You’ll leave with clear next steps, timely follow?up, and the reassurance that you’ve found a place where your loved one will be genuinely cared for.
A warm welcome for the whole family.
And peace of mind you can feel from day one.
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact Shipston Lodge Nursing Home for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact Shipston Lodge Nursing 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)
Support you may be entitled to
- If you chose a care home based in England, you may be eligible for NHS Funded Nursing Care (FNC), which helps cover the cost of nursing. This is worth £267.68 per week and is usually paid directly to the care home.
Good to Know
Group / Owner
- Taylor & Taylor Ltd
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Gabriella Russell(Registered Home Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Ages 65+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: Yes
- Year Purpose Built: 2019
- Last Refurbishment: 2024
- Number of floors: 2
Room Information
- Single Rooms (70)
- Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (65)
- Couples/Companion Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (5)
Visiting
- At Shipston Lodge, believe that meaningful time with loved ones is essential to wellbeing. That’s why Shipston Lodge don’t place fixed restrictions on when residents can receive visitors. While Shipston do operate protected mealtimes to support high standards of nutrition and care, always take a flexible, person-centred approach—working closely with you to ensure you have quality time together, whenever it matters most.
Parking
- At Shipston Lodge, believe family and connection central to well-being. That’s why Shipston don’t restrict when residents can see loved ones—visits are welcome whenever it suits the resident. Also offer convenient onsite parking for families and friends, along with easy access to local transport links to ensure visits are always stress-free. Whether you’re popping in for a quick hello or staying for a longer visit, make it easy for you to feel at home.
Shipston Lodge Nursing Home Reviews (94)
Shipston Lodge Nursing Home has a Review Score of 9.7 (9.713) out of 10, based on 25 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Shipston Lodge Nursing Home has 94 reviews.
From first entering Shipston Lodge Nursing Home, I felt heard and understood. A Father with dementia and a Mother with a broken hip required very different care. Food was and is tailored to their needs; it is prepared by talented chefs. I cannot recommend this nursing home highly enough. It has the most professional nursing staff, who, with the support of the kindest care assistance, housekeeping, maintenance and activity coordinators, deliver exceptional care!
Caring and understanding - go beyond. My husband came to Shipston Lodge in January before Covid - he has been extremely well looked after as his condition gets worse. The quality of care is really good and all the carers care. The food etc is second to none.
Everything possible was done to put my husband and me at ease, as this was his first residential experience. At the end of his respite, my husband was full of praise for everything about his experience - food, staff, facilities and activities.
My mom came here at very short notice after an acute deterioration in physical and mental status. The staff have been kind, itself, indeed "fantastic" to use my mum's words. We have changed from a family of constant worry about Mum's frailty to one which has every confidence she is as safe as it is practically possible to achieve, and we can really enjoy our times visiting her.
I received a very warm welcome from the outset, and all the staff have been tremendously helpful throughout.
Although requiring a relatively low level of care, my experience has been first-class.
The food is excellent, with a varied menu and a daily choice. Whilst residents are encouraged to take meals in the restaurant, there is equally an option to have them in their room, which has been my preference.
There is a range of activities for those who wish to participate, and facilities include a pub, hairdressing salon and cinema.
Minor issues have been minimal, and those that have arisen have always been addressed promptly and effectively.
All in all, the ‘home’ can arguably be compared with a five-star hotel.
I have no hesitation whatsoever in recommending Shipston Lodge to anyone requiring high-quality, permanent or respite care.
My sister and I found it a very challenging, emotional and stressful relocating both our parents at the same time into a nursing home. Both have major mobility issues, and one has dementia as well. On arrival, we were welcomed by many members of staff. All staff are very friendly and always eager to help. Shipston Lodge is very clean, bright and well-appointed. Food is excellent, laundry efficient, and nursing care is excellent. Mum loves getting her hair done, and both enjoy the wonderful and carried activities. Our parents are treated with dignity and respect at all times. Phone calls and emails are answered promptly and efficiently. We are always informed if there are any issues. Care reviews have been useful. We are so pleased with their transition into Shipston Lodge.
Thank you for taking the time to complete the review of our home. Thank you for your kind words; I will share them with our staff, as your feedback is very important to us, and we determent to provide high-quality care to our residents as well as support to the family.
My mother-in-law has settled into Shipston Lodge really well. She has everything done for her in a kind and empathetic manner. He demeanour has changed as she's settled, and her smile has come back! We are always made to feel welcome and are met with a lovely smile from the receptionist. The carers really care. The home offers a safe, modern and clean environment with so much to do and be involved in.
A very clean, modern, luxurious home with warm, friendly, efficient staff.
My father spent the last nine months of his life at Shipston Lodge. From the outset, we were extremely impressed with the professional, caring environment created and the variety of activities provided - my mother came away thinking Dad was in a hotel! All of the staff were absolutely amazing, led by an incredible manager. The team really engaged with both family and residents, making everyone feel special, and nothing was too much trouble. This is a happy place with super service provided. Heartfelt thanks to you all.
The atmosphere in Shipston Lodge felt like a 5-star hotel, and everyone exuded warmth and support throughout.
We couldn’t have asked for better care.
The nurses, carers and hospitality teams did go the extra mile for my husband and the family in making sure he was comfortable, and we were well catered for on every visit.
A special thank you for including a family Sunday lunch for eight of us and offering a dedicated room for family members staying overnight during his final hours. It meant a lot.
Your dedicated team maintained respect and dignity at the end, for which we will be eternally grateful.
When we first met the manager, she said, “Shipston Lodge offered the best death experience”, and my husband certainly experienced that.
Sincere thanks again. from all our family.
Thank you for your review. We endeavour to give our residents and family the best possible experience. Your words are much appreciated, and I will share them with my team.
I cannot thank everyone at Shipston Lodge enough for the exceptional care and kindness shown to my mum during her short stay and the support given to us, the family, during her last few days; it is a very special nursing home. Thank you.
Whilst my mother was only in Shipston Lodge for a few months, my sisters and I lost count of the times we said, “we can’t fault” it. The facilities are obviously first rate but much more importantly so are the staff and management. Nothing was too much trouble when caring for both my mother and her family as visitors. Exceptional care, communication, sensitivity and dignity at a difficult time. Thank you so much.
Thank you for your feedback. Your review is very important to us and will be shared with all teams.
I cannot thank the care home enough for the outstanding care given to my nan. The staff are so attentive, kind and caring, and Nan loves them. The home is clean, and the reception you get from the staff is exceptional. Thank you, Shipston Lodge, for all you do.
Thank you for your feedback. Our intention is to provide high-quality care for our clients. We do appreciate any feedback from relatives that will help us to improve our service and patients' experience.
My mother-in-law has stayed recently, and we were overwhelmed with Shipston Lodge staff, especially with the manager. She is absolutely wonderful, as is all the staff. The treatment, food, everything is unbelievable. Everywhere is so clean and fresh. I wouldn't think of ever going to another care home with my mother-in-law. She absolutely loves her time here. I would recommend Shipston Lodge to anybody who is in need of care.
We had been trying to find somewhere for my mother to go into respite care, and Shipston Lodge was recommended. As soon as we walked in through the door, we fell in love with the place straight away. When we arrived, on admission day, the manager and the staff were so friendly, as if we have known them for years. The rooms and all areas of the home are absolutely beautiful. Since then, four times we returned for respite, knowing she will be well looked after. I can not stress enough how wonderful and caring the manager and her team are with my mother. She treats her like she is her own mother. I will recommend Shipston Lodge to everybody who wants quality care.
I am a retired GP, experienced in geriatric and end-of-life care, and I cannot speak highly enough of the standard of care at Shipton Lodge.
We could not have asked for anything more.
Thank you very much for taking the time to leave us feedback about your experience. At Shipston Lodge Care Home, we set a high standard for ourselves, so we are very pleased to hear that your experience with us has been a positive one. I will share your feedback with all of our staff.
My parents were apprehensive and daunted at the prospect of two weeks of respite care after Dad was struggling to be independent with a fractured collar bone. They were given a warm, friendly welcome to bright, sunny surroundings. They comment that the kindness from all the staff has been outstanding, and have gone home stronger and refreshed. The food has been especially commented on. The Lodge has been a very positive first experience of respite care.
Thank you, Carol, for sharing your parent's thoughts. It was a privilege to accommodate them. We are always here if needed. I will share your positive feedback with my staff.
Shipston Lodge is a really lovely care and nursing home. My mother-in-law was at "home" from the moment she moved in. The facilities, staff, food, care and stimulation are all exceptional.
My father moved here in August 2021, and as a family, we expected the transition to be challenging, but the skilled staff and exceptional care enabled him to settle remarkably quickly. His room is always clean and comfortable, and he thoroughly enjoys the food. We are incredibly grateful to all the staff for their care and professionalism.
Thank you again for your review.
My father has been a resident for 18 months, and I cannot fault the care. It was a big decision for us to put him in a nursing home, but we have been delighted with the decision. He was made to feel very welcome, and the care has been exceptional. My father likes his food, and the food is excellent. I cannot recommend Shipston Lodge highly enough.
Thank you again for your review.
Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 06 December 2022Good
- 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 (9) & Events (0)
- 13 Jul 2026
Strong friendships and meaningful social connections can make a real difference to wellbeing, confidence and happiness in later life. At Shipston Lodge Nursing Home, we create opportunities for residents to...
- 13 Jul 2026
Spending time outdoors can support both physical and mental wellbeing, helping older adults stay active, relaxed and connected with nature. At Shipston Lodge Nursing Home, residents can enjoy our landscaped...
- 13 Jul 2026
Taking part in meaningful activities can have a positive impact on wellbeing, confidence and quality of life as we get older. At Shipston Lodge Nursing Home, we encourage residents to...
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Awards / Recognitions (1)
- 07 Nov 2025Recipient: Taylor & Taylor Ltd
Accreditations
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Meet the Team (5)

Led by Experience, Driven by Excellence
With over 20 years of NHS experience, our Care Home Manager brings deep clinical expertise and values-led leadership to every aspect of our service. Their commitment to safety, dignity, and outstanding care shapes a culture where residents are truly at the heart of everything we do. By empowering staff, promoting best practice, and fostering a strong team ethos, they ensure continuous improvement and uncompromising standards—creating a safe, supportive, and high-performing home for both residents and colleagues.

Compassionate Leadership, Everyday Excellence
As Deputy Manager, I bring a wealth of experience and a deep commitment to compassionate care. I work closely with the Home Manager to uphold the highest standards, support our team, and ensure that every resident receives safe, person-centred care. I lead by example—fostering a culture of trust, teamwork, and continuous improvement—so our home remains a warm, nurturing, and well-led environment for both residents and colleagues.

Guiding Clinical Excellence with Compassion and Clarity
As Clinical Lead Manager, I am dedicated to championing the highest standards in clinical care. I support and guide our team to deliver safe, effective, and person-centred care every day. With a strong focus on continuous improvement and collaborative leadership, I work to inspire confidence, build clinical capability, and ensure every resident receives the quality of care they deserve in a safe and supportive environment.

Bringing Care to the Table, One Meal at a Time
I lead our kitchen team with passion and precision, ensuring every dish we serve supports the health, wellbeing, and enjoyment of our residents. With a strong focus on nutrition, taste, and presentation, I take pride in delivering meals that are both wholesome and beautifully crafted. My attention to detail, culinary experience, and commitment to a luxury dining experience reflect the high standards we uphold across our home.

Creating Moments That Matter, Every Day
I take pride in ensuring every resident enjoys an exceptional experience—where care, dignity, and thoughtful attention to detail shape everything we do. I lead on delivering high standards across hospitality, dining, and events, creating warm and welcoming spaces that feel like home. From daily service to meaningful celebrations, I design and coordinate moments that bring joy, connection, and a strong sense of community to life in our home
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