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Rectory Road, Oakley, Basingstoke, RG23 7EL
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05 February 2026
Dad has lived at Oak Lodge for six months.
I have peace of mind that he is well cared for by friendly, professional, and caring staff. All his needs from hairdressing to chiropody to having his preferred daily newspaper available are catered for (and at no extra cost!)
His room is light and airy
with a view of open countryside. The communal areas are bright and, more importantly, spotlessly clean.
Oak Lodge puts on many and varied daily activities to suit all tastes for the residents to enjoy - or retire to a quiet area should they so choose.
Mealtimes have always been very important for Dad and he is quick to point out that both the variety and quality produced in the kitchens are top notch.
All the staff are cheerful and friendly and nothing is too much trouble. Medical needs are addressed in an exemplary manner.
Fom a visitor's perspective, Oak Lodge is in a lovely open countryside location, there are ample parking spaces.
26 January 2026
From the minute we enquired about respite care for a friend following a hip operation, to the minute we walked out the door to take her home, we were impressed by the professional and friendly approach of all the staff. Throughout the stay, every member of staff always had a smile, found time for a
chat and treated residents with respect.
The home is a welcoming, warm and safe environment and any needs and requests were always accommodated with understanding. It is extremely well led, and the cleanliness of the rooms and communal areas is excellent.
The activities and facilities are varied and the coffee lounge is bright and airy with lovely views. It is a wonderful place for the residents to sit with friends or visitors when it is not possible to sit outside.
We will certainly not hesitate to recommend the home to anyone looking for somewhere where their loved ones will be safe and well cared for.
16 January 2026
My mum has lived at Oak Lodge for 3 years and I have always been impressed by the level of care given. From the very start all the staff seemed to know her and understand her needs, adapting to her as she has become more frail. She is always treated with respect and dignity, and enabled to enjoy
her life in the home.
When she first moved in she was able to join in many of the varied activities and, although she is less inclined to now, she is always encouraged and helped to do anything she wishes to do. She recently celebrated her 100th birthday and I was overwhelmed by the support I received in organising a small celebration.
I have rarely had to raise any concerns but have found that staff are usually already aware and dealing with any issue.
It gives me great peace of mind to know that Mum is in such a lovely, caring environment.
15 January 2026
We have been really glad we found Oak Lodge for my mother's care, and in the 3 1/2 years she has been there, has always said that she was happy living there, which removes a great weight off our minds.
Oak Lodge is clearly a well managed and happy place and always feels bright and airy and sweet
smelling! and the gardens are a lovely place for us to sit with my mother on our visits in the summer (especially when we visit with our son's little dog!).
All the staff are fantastic, always friendly and helpful to both my mother and us, addressing us by name on our visits and contacting us when necessary.
Although my mother has dementia, which sadly will never change, it has become noticeable that she is declining a lot slower than before she moved to Oak Lodge, and we have no doubt that this is due to the staff providing lots of varied entertainment and catering for her varied needs, for which we are very grateful.
15 January 2026
Oak Lodge - Forest Care is expertly managed and all the care team are wonderful. Since joining Oak Lodge my mother is content with her dementia. It seemed the right decision to start her at Oak Lodge before there was an accident and this has proved the right decision as she has made good friends,
is settled into the daily routine and enjoys the events. Prior to starting, my mother would often ask what she had done wrong or what she was expected to do next? There is none of this worry at Oak Lodge because as a resident with dementia she benefits from continual social contact and activities. It is a huge relief to see my mother happy and thriving in the warm and welcoming environment. I went to see 10 care homes in the area before selecting Oak Lodge and would not have my mother in any other care home. The staff are amazing and look after my mother with genuine care and attention to keep her happy.
14 January 2026
My Mum has been in Oak Lodge for nearly 4 years and all of the time the staff have treated her with love and care. I live away and cannot visit her as much as i would like, but i know she couldn't have better care than in Oak Lodge and i am very grateful to all the staff who look after her. She now
has Dementia which is heartbreaking, but they all cope with the situation amazingly.
12 January 2026
My Mum has been in Oak Lodge Care Home since August last Year and the Care she has received has been Amazing. The Management and Staff are very attentive and there are always activities/events on to keep the residents occupied. The change in my Mum is very noticeable and it has given my family
peace of mind knowing she is being well cared for.
02 October 2025
I don't think I could think of a nursing home in which my sister would receive better care. Her physical needs are considerable and they are all met with, not only professional competence, but with a smile and a joke. The staff are kind and considerate and, importantly, treat her with respect.
The home is kept beautifully, clean and attractive and above all, welcoming.
20 June 2025
My mum has been in Oak Lodge for 4 weeks respite with the hope of later becoming a full time resident. Mum has dementia and obviously finding it all very different and a bit anxious at times,
all staff have been very caring and understanding of mum's needs.
Paying particular attention to her
likes and dislikes and with the option to join in with activities if she wishes, she is encouraged but not forced and I have been so pleased to see her joining in. The manageress is always happy to discuss any issues and resolve them promptly.
Oak Lodge has many bright and airy spaces, the dining area is like a restaurant and the food is excellent. Rooms are very clean and comfortable and gardens and surrounding area is beautiful.
Not only have the staff and especially the Manageress been so nice to mum, but also very supportive and nice to me too at a time of tough changes in our lives.
I would be extremely happy if mum could continue living here and i'd be happy to recommend Oak Lodge to anyone
19 June 2025
Oak Lodge is a caring, welcoming care home. The staff welcome you with a smile and a hello and are always willing to assist; top class care provided at all times. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend Oak Lodge and its first class service.
19 June 2025
My mother has been at Oak Lodge for about 3 years and I am so very glad that she's a resident there. All the Oak Lodge staff- admin, nurses, carers, maintenance etc...genuinely seem to care for her, and it's situated in a beautiful environment. She feels safe , looked after, and has made lots of
friends there, enjoying a wealth of different activities, from poetry reading, singing in their choir to floor curling!
In addition they have visitations from a host of different furry/feathered friends: alpacas, guinea pigs, birds of prey and so on.
School children regularly visit for chats, singing and making cards, and singers, musicians and dancers also entertain.
I am so blessed that she's enjoying her new home, thank you Oak Lodge for providing outstanding care and support to mum.
07 March 2025
Our 99-year-old mum has been at Oak Lodge for 18 months, and every time we see her she tells us how lucky she is to be in such a lovely home, and looked after by such caring people.
She has made so many friends and enjoys all the activities that are provided, from gardening, crafts, musicians,
singers, nursery group visits, and she has joined the choir.
The care is exceptional, the setting in beautiful grounds is perfect and the catering is amazing. We would love to thank everyone at Oak Lodge for everything they do for her .
07 March 2025
Oak Lodge is the best care home. It is clean, calm and friendly all the time. My mum feels cared for and safe. I know that she is so well looked after. Her wishes are respected and she lives comfortably. We are both well known by the friendly staff who go out of their way regularly to make us smile.
Everything is included, nothing is too much trouble and there is nothing more I could ask for.
07 March 2025
Outstanding care and attention from all the management team and staff.
Know that mum is so very well cared for and has settled in well since arriving in July 2023.
She in turn feels she receives great support and care.
Know that on my arrival I am well informed and updated on any issues that
staff or mum might currently have.
I'm in turn always greeted as "a friend/family member" which makes me feel very welcome too.
06 March 2025
Oak Lodge is a 5 star residential home and I have no hesitation in recommending this home to anyone considering a care home for themselves or a relative or friend. I cannot think of one thing which isn't carried out to a very high standard. The home is situated in glorious surroundings which are
well maintained and have the wow factor on arrival!
22 November 2024
My dear 88-year-old elderly mother recently completed a five-week respite stay at Oak Lodge. I cannot speak highly enough of the love, care, patience and personal attention which she received during her stay. Oak Lodge itself is a home of the highest quality, very well kept, set in beautiful
surroundings, offering a quality of care and kindness which is embedded in all staff, at all levels, from the top down. My mother, with early-stage dementia, and not entirely appreciating the full extent of help she needs, is not the easiest character to manage and work around. Everyone at Oak Lodge settled her in beautifully, and she had a wonderful time, she could not have been treated with greater care and consideration. All of the management and staff are friendly, helpful and straightforward, the administration is first-class. I would highly recommend Oak Lodge to anyone seeking top-quality care for a loved one in a beautiful, countryside setting with excellent modern facilities.
08 July 2024
On entering Oak Lodge, beautiful gardens lift your spirits. Inside is clean and bright everywhere.
Mum and Dad were always in fresh clothes, and medication was meticulously given. Home-made cake mid-afternoon.
There's plenty of fun too; one day two penguins came to visit and one called Widget sat
on Dad's lap.
Then they waddled off to explore the home! As Dad said: 'At Oak Lodge you can still have amazing new experiences even when you're 93!'
But the staff make this place; in truth, I have never been anywhere with so many kind, patient, and competent
people under one roof. I've learned a lot from them.
I'm so glad that Mum and Dad's last months were made so comfortable, and in turn, this leaves me feeling very happy.
11 January 2024
The family made an informed choice when we applied to Oak Lodge for residence for my 90-year-old wife in 2022, and we have been very well rewarded for the trouble we took to find the best home for her. She quickly settled and greatly appreciates the care that she is receiving. We've been
particularly grateful for the way that Oak Lodge has liaised with us as a family and the support the staff have given me personally in adjusting to living without my wife, whom I've known for nearly 80 years.
06 December 2023
My sister has been at Oak Lodge for over 7 years. Oak Lodge have taken good care my sister for all these years and the Staff and Management are all approachable. We always feel free to discuss any concerns about my sister and they always listen and do all they can to help.
My only regret is that,
given my sister is bedbound, she is unable to enjoy the beautiful surroundings outside her room.
I have no hesitation in recommending Oak Lodge to anyone looking for a good care home for their loved one.
13 November 2023
Mum has been at Oak Lodge for six weeks, respite care that has been extended. I knew some of the team before mum went to Oak Lodge, and that is probably one of the main reasons we chose it. However, every member of team I have met has been friendly, professional, caring and knowledgeable, I can not
praise them enough.
Mum's general appearance has improved dramatically and in the last week, they have seen Mum through a nasty little bug with care and concern for her.
I know that Mum is being well looked after and I also know that the team are there for both her and me.
Latest Reviews for Oak Lodge
05 February 2026
Dad has lived at Oak Lodge for six months.
I have peace of mind that he is well cared for by friendly, professional, and caring staff. All his needs from hairdressing to chiropody to having his preferred daily newspaper available are catered for (and at no extra cost!)
His room is light and airy
with a view of open countryside. The communal areas are bright and, more importantly, spotlessly clean.
Oak Lodge puts on many and varied daily activities to suit all tastes for the residents to enjoy - or retire to a quiet area should they so choose.
Mealtimes have always been very important for Dad and he is quick to point out that both the variety and quality produced in the kitchens are top notch.
All the staff are cheerful and friendly and nothing is too much trouble. Medical needs are addressed in an exemplary manner.
Fom a visitor's perspective, Oak Lodge is in a lovely open countryside location, there are ample parking spaces.
26 January 2026
From the minute we enquired about respite care for a friend following a hip operation, to the minute we walked out the door to take her home, we were impressed by the professional and friendly approach of all the staff. Throughout the stay, every member of staff always had a smile, found time for a
chat and treated residents with respect.
The home is a welcoming, warm and safe environment and any needs and requests were always accommodated with understanding. It is extremely well led, and the cleanliness of the rooms and communal areas is excellent.
The activities and facilities are varied and the coffee lounge is bright and airy with lovely views. It is a wonderful place for the residents to sit with friends or visitors when it is not possible to sit outside.
We will certainly not hesitate to recommend the home to anyone looking for somewhere where their loved ones will be safe and well cared for.
16 January 2026
My mum has lived at Oak Lodge for 3 years and I have always been impressed by the level of care given. From the very start all the staff seemed to know her and understand her needs, adapting to her as she has become more frail. She is always treated with respect and dignity, and enabled to enjoy
her life in the home.
When she first moved in she was able to join in many of the varied activities and, although she is less inclined to now, she is always encouraged and helped to do anything she wishes to do. She recently celebrated her 100th birthday and I was overwhelmed by the support I received in organising a small celebration.
I have rarely had to raise any concerns but have found that staff are usually already aware and dealing with any issue.
It gives me great peace of mind to know that Mum is in such a lovely, caring environment.
15 January 2026
We have been really glad we found Oak Lodge for my mother's care, and in the 3 1/2 years she has been there, has always said that she was happy living there, which removes a great weight off our minds.
Oak Lodge is clearly a well managed and happy place and always feels bright and airy and sweet
smelling! and the gardens are a lovely place for us to sit with my mother on our visits in the summer (especially when we visit with our son's little dog!).
All the staff are fantastic, always friendly and helpful to both my mother and us, addressing us by name on our visits and contacting us when necessary.
Although my mother has dementia, which sadly will never change, it has become noticeable that she is declining a lot slower than before she moved to Oak Lodge, and we have no doubt that this is due to the staff providing lots of varied entertainment and catering for her varied needs, for which we are very grateful.
15 January 2026
Oak Lodge - Forest Care is expertly managed and all the care team are wonderful. Since joining Oak Lodge my mother is content with her dementia. It seemed the right decision to start her at Oak Lodge before there was an accident and this has proved the right decision as she has made good friends,
is settled into the daily routine and enjoys the events. Prior to starting, my mother would often ask what she had done wrong or what she was expected to do next? There is none of this worry at Oak Lodge because as a resident with dementia she benefits from continual social contact and activities. It is a huge relief to see my mother happy and thriving in the warm and welcoming environment. I went to see 10 care homes in the area before selecting Oak Lodge and would not have my mother in any other care home. The staff are amazing and look after my mother with genuine care and attention to keep her happy.
14 January 2026
My Mum has been in Oak Lodge for nearly 4 years and all of the time the staff have treated her with love and care. I live away and cannot visit her as much as i would like, but i know she couldn't have better care than in Oak Lodge and i am very grateful to all the staff who look after her. She now
has Dementia which is heartbreaking, but they all cope with the situation amazingly.
12 January 2026
My Mum has been in Oak Lodge Care Home since August last Year and the Care she has received has been Amazing. The Management and Staff are very attentive and there are always activities/events on to keep the residents occupied. The change in my Mum is very noticeable and it has given my family
peace of mind knowing she is being well cared for.
02 October 2025
I don't think I could think of a nursing home in which my sister would receive better care. Her physical needs are considerable and they are all met with, not only professional competence, but with a smile and a joke. The staff are kind and considerate and, importantly, treat her with respect.
The home is kept beautifully, clean and attractive and above all, welcoming.
20 June 2025
My mum has been in Oak Lodge for 4 weeks respite with the hope of later becoming a full time resident. Mum has dementia and obviously finding it all very different and a bit anxious at times,
all staff have been very caring and understanding of mum's needs.
Paying particular attention to her
likes and dislikes and with the option to join in with activities if she wishes, she is encouraged but not forced and I have been so pleased to see her joining in. The manageress is always happy to discuss any issues and resolve them promptly.
Oak Lodge has many bright and airy spaces, the dining area is like a restaurant and the food is excellent. Rooms are very clean and comfortable and gardens and surrounding area is beautiful.
Not only have the staff and especially the Manageress been so nice to mum, but also very supportive and nice to me too at a time of tough changes in our lives.
I would be extremely happy if mum could continue living here and i'd be happy to recommend Oak Lodge to anyone
19 June 2025
Oak Lodge is a caring, welcoming care home. The staff welcome you with a smile and a hello and are always willing to assist; top class care provided at all times. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend Oak Lodge and its first class service.
19 June 2025
My mother has been at Oak Lodge for about 3 years and I am so very glad that she's a resident there. All the Oak Lodge staff- admin, nurses, carers, maintenance etc...genuinely seem to care for her, and it's situated in a beautiful environment. She feels safe , looked after, and has made lots of
friends there, enjoying a wealth of different activities, from poetry reading, singing in their choir to floor curling!
In addition they have visitations from a host of different furry/feathered friends: alpacas, guinea pigs, birds of prey and so on.
School children regularly visit for chats, singing and making cards, and singers, musicians and dancers also entertain.
I am so blessed that she's enjoying her new home, thank you Oak Lodge for providing outstanding care and support to mum.
07 March 2025
Our 99-year-old mum has been at Oak Lodge for 18 months, and every time we see her she tells us how lucky she is to be in such a lovely home, and looked after by such caring people.
She has made so many friends and enjoys all the activities that are provided, from gardening, crafts, musicians,
singers, nursery group visits, and she has joined the choir.
The care is exceptional, the setting in beautiful grounds is perfect and the catering is amazing. We would love to thank everyone at Oak Lodge for everything they do for her .
07 March 2025
Oak Lodge is the best care home. It is clean, calm and friendly all the time. My mum feels cared for and safe. I know that she is so well looked after. Her wishes are respected and she lives comfortably. We are both well known by the friendly staff who go out of their way regularly to make us smile.
Everything is included, nothing is too much trouble and there is nothing more I could ask for.
07 March 2025
Outstanding care and attention from all the management team and staff.
Know that mum is so very well cared for and has settled in well since arriving in July 2023.
She in turn feels she receives great support and care.
Know that on my arrival I am well informed and updated on any issues that
staff or mum might currently have.
I'm in turn always greeted as "a friend/family member" which makes me feel very welcome too.
06 March 2025
Oak Lodge is a 5 star residential home and I have no hesitation in recommending this home to anyone considering a care home for themselves or a relative or friend. I cannot think of one thing which isn't carried out to a very high standard. The home is situated in glorious surroundings which are
well maintained and have the wow factor on arrival!
22 November 2024
My dear 88-year-old elderly mother recently completed a five-week respite stay at Oak Lodge. I cannot speak highly enough of the love, care, patience and personal attention which she received during her stay. Oak Lodge itself is a home of the highest quality, very well kept, set in beautiful
surroundings, offering a quality of care and kindness which is embedded in all staff, at all levels, from the top down. My mother, with early-stage dementia, and not entirely appreciating the full extent of help she needs, is not the easiest character to manage and work around. Everyone at Oak Lodge settled her in beautifully, and she had a wonderful time, she could not have been treated with greater care and consideration. All of the management and staff are friendly, helpful and straightforward, the administration is first-class. I would highly recommend Oak Lodge to anyone seeking top-quality care for a loved one in a beautiful, countryside setting with excellent modern facilities.
08 July 2024
On entering Oak Lodge, beautiful gardens lift your spirits. Inside is clean and bright everywhere.
Mum and Dad were always in fresh clothes, and medication was meticulously given. Home-made cake mid-afternoon.
There's plenty of fun too; one day two penguins came to visit and one called Widget sat
on Dad's lap.
Then they waddled off to explore the home! As Dad said: 'At Oak Lodge you can still have amazing new experiences even when you're 93!'
But the staff make this place; in truth, I have never been anywhere with so many kind, patient, and competent
people under one roof. I've learned a lot from them.
I'm so glad that Mum and Dad's last months were made so comfortable, and in turn, this leaves me feeling very happy.
11 January 2024
The family made an informed choice when we applied to Oak Lodge for residence for my 90-year-old wife in 2022, and we have been very well rewarded for the trouble we took to find the best home for her. She quickly settled and greatly appreciates the care that she is receiving. We've been
particularly grateful for the way that Oak Lodge has liaised with us as a family and the support the staff have given me personally in adjusting to living without my wife, whom I've known for nearly 80 years.
06 December 2023
My sister has been at Oak Lodge for over 7 years. Oak Lodge have taken good care my sister for all these years and the Staff and Management are all approachable. We always feel free to discuss any concerns about my sister and they always listen and do all they can to help.
My only regret is that,
given my sister is bedbound, she is unable to enjoy the beautiful surroundings outside her room.
I have no hesitation in recommending Oak Lodge to anyone looking for a good care home for their loved one.
13 November 2023
Mum has been at Oak Lodge for six weeks, respite care that has been extended. I knew some of the team before mum went to Oak Lodge, and that is probably one of the main reasons we chose it. However, every member of team I have met has been friendly, professional, caring and knowledgeable, I can not
praise them enough.
Mum's general appearance has improved dramatically and in the last week, they have seen Mum through a nasty little bug with care and concern for her.
I know that Mum is being well looked after and I also know that the team are there for both her and me.