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Bedford Road, Wixams, Bedford, MK42 6FZ
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06 February 2026
A four week respite stay for my wife who has dementia. From the first contact staff have been caring, compassionate, professional and efficient. I was made welcome on a first exploratory visit as was my wife's sister and then again when I visited with my wife to be assessed.
Staff were very good on
the day of arrival for start of stay in ensuring she was not distressed by my departure. The standard of care remained good in that she was content and relaxed and clearly had enjoyed her stay.
Food that I saw and sampled was good and daily activity schedule looked varied.
I would have no qualms about using Elstow Manor again for respite care.
06 February 2026
Elstow Manor is so clean. The staff are lovely. My grandad is so well cared for.
30 January 2026
It was my uncle's birthday. We as his local family met at the home to join him for tea. Reg was so happy when a present from the manor arrived at his room, and then a cake arrived. It really made his day. This is just one item of many that the manor team have put on. Thank you.
21 January 2026
Overall, this is the best care home I have had experience of (of which there are many). The management and staff are almost all trying hard to get this right. There is a very positive atmosphere and a feeling of warmth and genuine compassion between the management and staff, staff with other staff,
and staff with residents and loved ones.
Any concerns or suggestions I have are welcomed and I feel that I and the management/staff are all working towards the best outcomes for the residents.
(I would be happy to discuss ways of improving further.)
07 January 2026
Elstow Manor cared for my mother-in-law for the last month of her life, and hers and our experience was exceptional. As soon as we met Ramona and Nancy, we knew this was the best place for her, and it was. I had recommendations from friends who had had family members there, and seeing they had been
awarded "outstanding" for care was the decider. We and she found everything outstanding, her room, her care, the food and most importantly, the wonderful staff. A truly outstanding home from home. Thank you.
19 December 2025
My mother in law is treated with respect and maintains her dignity. She is encouraged to socialise and has numerous daily activities offered to her. The main thing is she always says how happy she is in Elstow Manor which is very important to her family.
19 December 2025
My Father was discharged from hospital to Elstow Manor Care Home 4 weeks ago. The Relations Manager was efficient, which make the move into the home seamless. She was also very sympathetic as my Dad wife had just passed away. In that time Dad has been in Elstow Manor, the care he has received has
been superb. He is now eating more, and very slowly gaining strength. The staff are always willing to help and are approachable when Dad needs something - for example drinks or food. The environment of the home is lovely and has a very calm feel to it.
19 December 2025
My Dad has been in respite care at Elstow for about three weeks now and so far everything is going very well. The surroundings are clean and pleasant and all of staff are exceptionally well-motivated, professional and friendly. He is eating better now and we are hoping he start getting stronger and
more mobile soon.
Keep up the good work!
12 December 2025
My mother was discharged from hospital at short notice but was unable to return home immediately. We needed some residential respite urgently. Val and the Team at Elstow were amazing, within 24 hours they had visited and assessed mum in hospital and arranged for her transfer to the home. Quite an
amazing task for which we will forever be grateful. The Home is quite stunning with all the staff doing everything possible to make the stay as comfortable as is possible. At all times I felt my mum was safe and very well looked after.
09 December 2025
We visited a friend staying at the home after a time in hospital and we were really impressed with the friendliness of all the staff and the welcome they gave us and their caring nature towards her. It is a big home and she hadn't been there very long but as we walked with her to the café any staff
we came across seemed to know her name and say hello to her.
There was a lovely atmosphere and some really personal touches we thought to make the residents feel at home. We were grateful for the time that was taken to answer some of our questions as we were learning more about the home and we also saw some residents enjoying a fun group activity whilst we were there. We are pleased that our friend can be in this home to recover and rehabilitate.
17 November 2025
My mother, who has dementia, was admitted for 6 weeks respite care after being discharged from hospital following a fall. From the start, the Customer Relations Manager was amazing ensuring her move was quick and easy and kept me informed throughout.
The whole team at Elstow are incredibly
welcoming and really seem to care. They looked after my mother with gentleness and affection. Throughout her stay I felt that she was safe and comfortable and she did too.
22 October 2025
I was well looked after. The staff were all friendly and caring. Food was good.
14 October 2025
I was impressed on my visit that the home had displayed notices on the doors that for the day it was a nut free zone. I was having lunch there and my son has a peanut allergy. I found the staff friendly and helpful. Everywhere was clean and tidy, and my family seemed well cared for.
14 October 2025
Mum stayed for 2 1/2 weeks respite. She enjoyed her stay and tells her friends it was like a 5 star hotel.
The staff were friendly and caring, taking the time to place her (for meal times) with like minded ladies.
Ia m sure she will be back.
06 October 2025
Dad was welcomed into the home and has settled very well. The homemakers are all very caring and willing to help with whatever he needs. Meals are excellent. Rooms very good. Facilities excellent.
29 August 2025
Very friendly environment. receptionist know our names and names of my daughters.
Excellent to have the coffee/drink area lots of spaces to sit, easy to get to and get around. Lovely social area to with with visitors.
My mum always looked well cared for and commented how well she was looked
after and how much she enjoyed her meals especially sitting with other residents. The towels and food on arrival was a really personal touch.
11 July 2025
My Late Father-in-Law was one of the first residents at Elstow Manor and when my Sister-in-Law became unable to care for herself Elstow Manor was the natural choice knowing what incredible care Dad received.
Sadly my Mother-in-Law also recently became in need of a care Home so Elstow Manor was
again the only choice.
The staff take the time to get to know not just the residents but the families too, getting to know the little things about residents that matter the most to make them feel valued for who they are.
So many other homes would benefit greatly by visiting Elstow Manor and learning just how to maintain the dignity and persona of residents. Nothing is either a problem or too much trouble.
My heartfelt thanks to all the staff at Elstow Manor.
25 June 2025
What a fabulous first week in residential care for my friend! From sadness and an inability to cope with her surroundings, she is now happy, smiling, laughing and relaxing in safe, beautiful surroundings supported by caring and committed staff. It is heartwarming to observe the confidence that the
residents have to join in the many and varied events. Congratulations to the staff for providing such a welcoming environment where residents and visitors are treated with kindness, respect and dignity. Thank you.
19 June 2025
Lovely and welcoming residential facility. Good to know our loved one is safe and well cared for.
19 June 2025
A lovely care home, amazing staff, friendly atmosphere and great facilities. It gives me great peace of mind that my loved one is being well looked after.
Latest Reviews for Elstow Manor Care Home
06 February 2026
A four week respite stay for my wife who has dementia. From the first contact staff have been caring, compassionate, professional and efficient. I was made welcome on a first exploratory visit as was my wife's sister and then again when I visited with my wife to be assessed.
Staff were very good on
the day of arrival for start of stay in ensuring she was not distressed by my departure. The standard of care remained good in that she was content and relaxed and clearly had enjoyed her stay.
Food that I saw and sampled was good and daily activity schedule looked varied.
I would have no qualms about using Elstow Manor again for respite care.
06 February 2026
Elstow Manor is so clean. The staff are lovely. My grandad is so well cared for.
30 January 2026
It was my uncle's birthday. We as his local family met at the home to join him for tea. Reg was so happy when a present from the manor arrived at his room, and then a cake arrived. It really made his day. This is just one item of many that the manor team have put on. Thank you.
21 January 2026
Overall, this is the best care home I have had experience of (of which there are many). The management and staff are almost all trying hard to get this right. There is a very positive atmosphere and a feeling of warmth and genuine compassion between the management and staff, staff with other staff,
and staff with residents and loved ones.
Any concerns or suggestions I have are welcomed and I feel that I and the management/staff are all working towards the best outcomes for the residents.
(I would be happy to discuss ways of improving further.)
07 January 2026
Elstow Manor cared for my mother-in-law for the last month of her life, and hers and our experience was exceptional. As soon as we met Ramona and Nancy, we knew this was the best place for her, and it was. I had recommendations from friends who had had family members there, and seeing they had been
awarded "outstanding" for care was the decider. We and she found everything outstanding, her room, her care, the food and most importantly, the wonderful staff. A truly outstanding home from home. Thank you.
19 December 2025
My mother in law is treated with respect and maintains her dignity. She is encouraged to socialise and has numerous daily activities offered to her. The main thing is she always says how happy she is in Elstow Manor which is very important to her family.
19 December 2025
My Father was discharged from hospital to Elstow Manor Care Home 4 weeks ago. The Relations Manager was efficient, which make the move into the home seamless. She was also very sympathetic as my Dad wife had just passed away. In that time Dad has been in Elstow Manor, the care he has received has
been superb. He is now eating more, and very slowly gaining strength. The staff are always willing to help and are approachable when Dad needs something - for example drinks or food. The environment of the home is lovely and has a very calm feel to it.
19 December 2025
My Dad has been in respite care at Elstow for about three weeks now and so far everything is going very well. The surroundings are clean and pleasant and all of staff are exceptionally well-motivated, professional and friendly. He is eating better now and we are hoping he start getting stronger and
more mobile soon.
Keep up the good work!
12 December 2025
My mother was discharged from hospital at short notice but was unable to return home immediately. We needed some residential respite urgently. Val and the Team at Elstow were amazing, within 24 hours they had visited and assessed mum in hospital and arranged for her transfer to the home. Quite an
amazing task for which we will forever be grateful. The Home is quite stunning with all the staff doing everything possible to make the stay as comfortable as is possible. At all times I felt my mum was safe and very well looked after.
09 December 2025
We visited a friend staying at the home after a time in hospital and we were really impressed with the friendliness of all the staff and the welcome they gave us and their caring nature towards her. It is a big home and she hadn't been there very long but as we walked with her to the café any staff
we came across seemed to know her name and say hello to her.
There was a lovely atmosphere and some really personal touches we thought to make the residents feel at home. We were grateful for the time that was taken to answer some of our questions as we were learning more about the home and we also saw some residents enjoying a fun group activity whilst we were there. We are pleased that our friend can be in this home to recover and rehabilitate.
17 November 2025
My mother, who has dementia, was admitted for 6 weeks respite care after being discharged from hospital following a fall. From the start, the Customer Relations Manager was amazing ensuring her move was quick and easy and kept me informed throughout.
The whole team at Elstow are incredibly
welcoming and really seem to care. They looked after my mother with gentleness and affection. Throughout her stay I felt that she was safe and comfortable and she did too.
22 October 2025
I was well looked after. The staff were all friendly and caring. Food was good.
14 October 2025
I was impressed on my visit that the home had displayed notices on the doors that for the day it was a nut free zone. I was having lunch there and my son has a peanut allergy. I found the staff friendly and helpful. Everywhere was clean and tidy, and my family seemed well cared for.
14 October 2025
Mum stayed for 2 1/2 weeks respite. She enjoyed her stay and tells her friends it was like a 5 star hotel.
The staff were friendly and caring, taking the time to place her (for meal times) with like minded ladies.
Ia m sure she will be back.
06 October 2025
Dad was welcomed into the home and has settled very well. The homemakers are all very caring and willing to help with whatever he needs. Meals are excellent. Rooms very good. Facilities excellent.
29 August 2025
Very friendly environment. receptionist know our names and names of my daughters.
Excellent to have the coffee/drink area lots of spaces to sit, easy to get to and get around. Lovely social area to with with visitors.
My mum always looked well cared for and commented how well she was looked
after and how much she enjoyed her meals especially sitting with other residents. The towels and food on arrival was a really personal touch.
11 July 2025
My Late Father-in-Law was one of the first residents at Elstow Manor and when my Sister-in-Law became unable to care for herself Elstow Manor was the natural choice knowing what incredible care Dad received.
Sadly my Mother-in-Law also recently became in need of a care Home so Elstow Manor was
again the only choice.
The staff take the time to get to know not just the residents but the families too, getting to know the little things about residents that matter the most to make them feel valued for who they are.
So many other homes would benefit greatly by visiting Elstow Manor and learning just how to maintain the dignity and persona of residents. Nothing is either a problem or too much trouble.
My heartfelt thanks to all the staff at Elstow Manor.
25 June 2025
What a fabulous first week in residential care for my friend! From sadness and an inability to cope with her surroundings, she is now happy, smiling, laughing and relaxing in safe, beautiful surroundings supported by caring and committed staff. It is heartwarming to observe the confidence that the
residents have to join in the many and varied events. Congratulations to the staff for providing such a welcoming environment where residents and visitors are treated with kindness, respect and dignity. Thank you.
19 June 2025
Lovely and welcoming residential facility. Good to know our loved one is safe and well cared for.
19 June 2025
A lovely care home, amazing staff, friendly atmosphere and great facilities. It gives me great peace of mind that my loved one is being well looked after.