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Coral Springs Way, Witney, OX28 5DG
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06 March 2026
I cannot fault the overall care and support that the team gave my mum. We, as a family, are so grateful.
23 February 2026
Having started his journey with Richmond Village in Witney in an independent living flat nearly ten years ago my father is now permanently on the Care Floor. Here he has a lovely light room overlooking the gardens and is close to the shared living/dining area which means there are always staff and
other residents passing by. He moved to the Care Floor when his mobility started deteriorating and he needed medical care, as a family this gave us great peace of mind, we knew he was being looked after. The nursing and care staff are absolutely amazing, always cheerful and ready to chat whilst doing their duties. Dad is still very much involved with the activities provided by a very enthusiastic team downstairs in the hub of the village where he is able to interact with residents living in other areas of Richmond. All the staff from the maintenance team, the cleaners, the hospitality team, the lovely receptionists, carers and nurses are just wonderful, so kind and always smiling.
10 February 2026
I'm husband to a relatively young person at Witney Richmond. My wife, Nuala, is disabled and she is in for a long-term respite stay. The experience has been so positive. She has proper care - especially lots of really kind, personal human interaction. She's made proper friends with staff and
residents. The spa facilities have been amazing, the food has been great - and, again, real personal warmth everywhere.
Nuala and I have four kids ages 10-12. So it was a huge leap for us booking into RV. But the kids visit often (and are made very welcome) and it's been easy for Nuala to make trips home as often as she wants. Nuala isn't a typical resident, but she's been made to feel really welcome and really included. Her stay here hasn't felt like a response to a crisis situation. It's been more like a period of rest and healing that she really needed. It's been a source of reassurance to me to know that my beautiful wife is being so well cared for. So thank you: the experience has been a joy.
12 January 2026
Have been thoroughly impressed with the care given to my mother. All of the staff seem very friendly, caring and skilled and the accommodation and food are really good. Like a lot of people I guess my mother wasn't keen on "losing her independence" but she has been very happy with the care and
service she has received.
23 December 2025
I am very happy here in this home. The food is good, and the staff are kind and helpful. I feel I am looked after very well.
02 December 2025
Food quality is good but sometimes could be more flavoursome.
Room is comfortable, but could be a bit larger (some are) but I have an amazing view from my room.
27 November 2025
My husband was diagnosed with IBM( a form of muscular dystrophy with no treatment available) in 2013. We made the decision to move to Richmond in 2016 and he has coped with Dom Care help until end of August this year when he could no longer stand or transfer. He was immediately offered respite care
on the care floor as he required hoisting up from bed and back to bed at the end of the day. He initially had 3 weeks respite while I prepared his flat for his return. However he felt so much safer on the care floor and received the care and attention that he needed. The staff were very welcoming and friendly and he made the decision to stay permanently. Not everything is perfect but we have been very impressed with the staff and the care and he has settled in very well. He is very grateful for the kind attention of the care team and the help and advice from the head, the clinical lead and the nurses.
24 September 2025
It is now some 4 months since the passing of my father-in-law. I thought now might be an appropriate time to offer a word of warning to those who might be thinking of moving their relative to the Care Floor.
My advice, based on our own experience, is to be very careful. Some aspects are very good,
others, and in our experience this includes important elements of care ranging from handling, through hydration to hygiene, are poor. It may help you to know that both CQC and the local authority have done inspections recently based on concerns and complaints raised. Checkout their reports, they are more than fair, if not a little generous, in their ratings. Want to know more, ask to be put in contact with the friends and families group for home. Finally, I would be grateful if this review is not met with the usual BUPA response of 'please get in contact etc.'. I have made our views very plain over and very little has improved, to respond now would frankly be disrespectful.
27 August 2025
Dad was a resident at Richmond Village Witney for about two years. Firstly in one of the assisted living suites and then for the last months of his life on the nursing home floor. Whilst it had taken some persuading for him to move from his home, once he got there he loved it. The staff were great
- nothing was too much bother. There were activities which he could participate in or not and there were always other residents around who he could sit and chat to. The facilities were very high quality and there was always plenty of good food. As it became clear that he needed more care it made things so much easier that he could just move to a different part of the Village. He could continue with some of the activities that he loved and also had care from people who knew and looked out for him. From my perspective the communications with the staff at RV were excellent. They saw him everyday and were able to help me to make the best choices for him.
15 July 2025
Very pleased with the staff in general although the shortage of staff is a problem when you need support urgently.Food is an issuu
from my understanding . Basically it's too much.overall I have been here for 2 years. The nurses are very helpful
21 May 2025
I have been to other care homes and Richmond Village Witney is very good. When I came to look around with 2 friends we were greeted and made to feel welcome. Even my friend said she could see me being happy here. After our show round we stayed for lunch and the outside grounds are fantastic. I came
for 3 weeks respite in January to try it out and everyone is so helpful and caring and cheerful. Having had such a great stay I decided to move to Richmond care home permanently and moved in at beginning of April to a beautiful room that I am over the moon with. There are facilities for the hydro pool and sauna which are great and lots of activities to get involved in plus trips out and supper clubs and entertainment. All the staff from the housekeepers, carers and up to the management are very helpful and you can speak to the manger at anytime if you wish to - and I was very honoured to be invited onto the mangers table at the monthly supper club. Also I am making lots of new friends.
07 April 2025
After a period of 8 years living independently at Richmond, Mum was unexpectedly moved on to Willow floor for palliative care in December 2024.
The staff were caring, helpful and sympathetic. They took an interest in her previous life and endeavoured to keep her comfortable during her last few
weeks. They took time to find foods and textures which she could manage to consume. Our family were happy with the care Mum received and also the support for her relatives.
Thank you.
18 February 2025
After 3 years in the care floor the only word I can use to describe the care received is poor! There are some excellent carers, although they appear to be given very little support and guidance! We have had lots of lost property - new clothing brought in and lost! New clothes ripped then stuffed in
the back of drawers. Communication is a very big problem, emails ignored, concerns from family not addressed! Or when chasing up issues we then discover yet another member of staff has left - over the 3 years there has been several changes of head of care leading to lack of continuity. RVW - rather than using a 'use it or lose it' approach, are much happier using 'let's ensure they lose it as quickly as possible' such as using a hoist rather than encouraging residents to walk. My family member was told to use his pad when asked to go to the toilet! There is a certain lack of independence and lack of dignity. Richmond Villages and BUPA all seem to be happy with this lack of care!
30 January 2025
The grounds, buildings, and facilities here are beautiful, but more importantly, the quality of care my poor old mother is receiving is fabulous. She has very advanced dementia and needs a high level of support 24/7. It is a great comfort to us to know that she is getting this and we are beyond
grateful to the gentle and patient care staff that work so hard looking after her.
30 January 2025
Mum was the 4th resident to arrive at Richmond Witney. She moved into an independent living flat and immediately settled, making new friends and becoming an ambassador to champion the BUPA care pathway the villages represent. In the last 9 years, she has followed that pathway after 8 years of
independent living to a year in assisted living and now on to the care floor. I have experienced nothing but kindness and compassion for her since her mental health began to decline. All departments have really cared about her, the girls in hospitality missed her when she could not make it down for meals, the housekeeping team were caring and kind to her, especially two in particular and the dom care team were wonderful at popping in to check on her if they were passing, spending time with her and collecting her meals for her, with special thanks to three girls in particular not to mention the lovely girls on reception and the senior team. You have all helped in her journey, thank you.
05 August 2024
My parents moved to Richmond Villages in December 2021 and since then have experienced independent, assisted living, and nursing care.
The consistent wonderment is the care exhibited by members of staff and their willingness to go the extra mile to support residents and enable them to have as
fulfilling lives as possible. The team recently laid on a 'Wedding Breakfast', including decorating the table, making a cake and facilitating a live link, so that my Mum was able to celebrate, with her friends, the wedding of her eldest granddaughter which she couldn't attend in person.
I've come to the conclusion that the only thing that truly matters for the wellbeing of our loved ones is the 'well-spring of care' for others exhibited by staff. The senior management team of Bupa, the Richmond Villages group, and care homes everywhere, should recognise that this alone is their single greatest asset and do their utmost to nurture and sustain those staff who embody it. My respect to you all.
23 April 2024
I recently spent 16 days in the Willow section of Richmond Villages Witney enjoying a period of respite care following a couple of falls at home. The staff made me feel very welcome and were unfailingly kind and polite. The catering was excellent and I was even able to treat myself to the resident
hairdresser, nail technician and physiotherapist. Obviously, I looked forward to returning to my own home. But my family commented on the fact that I left Richmond Villages looking fitter and more relaxed. All in all, this was a very positive experience.
23 April 2024
My father suffered a fall and subsequent ill health and as a result, required additional care at Richmond Village. He was unable to return to independent living and had respite care on the Willow Ward. The team on Willow were amazing, so kind and helpful. They played a big part in getting him back
to independent living. I cannot praise them enough.
10 April 2024
My friend was in Richmond for 3 weeks. I found the whole experience amazing. The staff are so friendly and helpful - nothing was too much trouble. I appreciate the fact there is an open-door policy.
22 February 2024
I loved living independently within Richmond Villages Witney whilst my wife was still with me. I tried the assisted living but it did not meet all my needs. I moved to the care floor to have nursing support. I have a lovely room and am very happy - it has been redecorated and furnished with the help
of the staff and it now feels very lovely. I still have an element of my independence which I make use of to keep in touch with my friends and life around the village. The care staff are very cooperative and friendly and the nursing team take great care of me. I am very happy living here with the support of a great team.
Latest Reviews for Richmond Villages Witney
06 March 2026
I cannot fault the overall care and support that the team gave my mum. We, as a family, are so grateful.
23 February 2026
Having started his journey with Richmond Village in Witney in an independent living flat nearly ten years ago my father is now permanently on the Care Floor. Here he has a lovely light room overlooking the gardens and is close to the shared living/dining area which means there are always staff and
other residents passing by. He moved to the Care Floor when his mobility started deteriorating and he needed medical care, as a family this gave us great peace of mind, we knew he was being looked after. The nursing and care staff are absolutely amazing, always cheerful and ready to chat whilst doing their duties. Dad is still very much involved with the activities provided by a very enthusiastic team downstairs in the hub of the village where he is able to interact with residents living in other areas of Richmond. All the staff from the maintenance team, the cleaners, the hospitality team, the lovely receptionists, carers and nurses are just wonderful, so kind and always smiling.
10 February 2026
I'm husband to a relatively young person at Witney Richmond. My wife, Nuala, is disabled and she is in for a long-term respite stay. The experience has been so positive. She has proper care - especially lots of really kind, personal human interaction. She's made proper friends with staff and
residents. The spa facilities have been amazing, the food has been great - and, again, real personal warmth everywhere.
Nuala and I have four kids ages 10-12. So it was a huge leap for us booking into RV. But the kids visit often (and are made very welcome) and it's been easy for Nuala to make trips home as often as she wants. Nuala isn't a typical resident, but she's been made to feel really welcome and really included. Her stay here hasn't felt like a response to a crisis situation. It's been more like a period of rest and healing that she really needed. It's been a source of reassurance to me to know that my beautiful wife is being so well cared for. So thank you: the experience has been a joy.
12 January 2026
Have been thoroughly impressed with the care given to my mother. All of the staff seem very friendly, caring and skilled and the accommodation and food are really good. Like a lot of people I guess my mother wasn't keen on "losing her independence" but she has been very happy with the care and
service she has received.
23 December 2025
I am very happy here in this home. The food is good, and the staff are kind and helpful. I feel I am looked after very well.
02 December 2025
Food quality is good but sometimes could be more flavoursome.
Room is comfortable, but could be a bit larger (some are) but I have an amazing view from my room.
27 November 2025
My husband was diagnosed with IBM( a form of muscular dystrophy with no treatment available) in 2013. We made the decision to move to Richmond in 2016 and he has coped with Dom Care help until end of August this year when he could no longer stand or transfer. He was immediately offered respite care
on the care floor as he required hoisting up from bed and back to bed at the end of the day. He initially had 3 weeks respite while I prepared his flat for his return. However he felt so much safer on the care floor and received the care and attention that he needed. The staff were very welcoming and friendly and he made the decision to stay permanently. Not everything is perfect but we have been very impressed with the staff and the care and he has settled in very well. He is very grateful for the kind attention of the care team and the help and advice from the head, the clinical lead and the nurses.
24 September 2025
It is now some 4 months since the passing of my father-in-law. I thought now might be an appropriate time to offer a word of warning to those who might be thinking of moving their relative to the Care Floor.
My advice, based on our own experience, is to be very careful. Some aspects are very good,
others, and in our experience this includes important elements of care ranging from handling, through hydration to hygiene, are poor. It may help you to know that both CQC and the local authority have done inspections recently based on concerns and complaints raised. Checkout their reports, they are more than fair, if not a little generous, in their ratings. Want to know more, ask to be put in contact with the friends and families group for home. Finally, I would be grateful if this review is not met with the usual BUPA response of 'please get in contact etc.'. I have made our views very plain over and very little has improved, to respond now would frankly be disrespectful.
27 August 2025
Dad was a resident at Richmond Village Witney for about two years. Firstly in one of the assisted living suites and then for the last months of his life on the nursing home floor. Whilst it had taken some persuading for him to move from his home, once he got there he loved it. The staff were great
- nothing was too much bother. There were activities which he could participate in or not and there were always other residents around who he could sit and chat to. The facilities were very high quality and there was always plenty of good food. As it became clear that he needed more care it made things so much easier that he could just move to a different part of the Village. He could continue with some of the activities that he loved and also had care from people who knew and looked out for him. From my perspective the communications with the staff at RV were excellent. They saw him everyday and were able to help me to make the best choices for him.
15 July 2025
Very pleased with the staff in general although the shortage of staff is a problem when you need support urgently.Food is an issuu
from my understanding . Basically it's too much.overall I have been here for 2 years. The nurses are very helpful
21 May 2025
I have been to other care homes and Richmond Village Witney is very good. When I came to look around with 2 friends we were greeted and made to feel welcome. Even my friend said she could see me being happy here. After our show round we stayed for lunch and the outside grounds are fantastic. I came
for 3 weeks respite in January to try it out and everyone is so helpful and caring and cheerful. Having had such a great stay I decided to move to Richmond care home permanently and moved in at beginning of April to a beautiful room that I am over the moon with. There are facilities for the hydro pool and sauna which are great and lots of activities to get involved in plus trips out and supper clubs and entertainment. All the staff from the housekeepers, carers and up to the management are very helpful and you can speak to the manger at anytime if you wish to - and I was very honoured to be invited onto the mangers table at the monthly supper club. Also I am making lots of new friends.
07 April 2025
After a period of 8 years living independently at Richmond, Mum was unexpectedly moved on to Willow floor for palliative care in December 2024.
The staff were caring, helpful and sympathetic. They took an interest in her previous life and endeavoured to keep her comfortable during her last few
weeks. They took time to find foods and textures which she could manage to consume. Our family were happy with the care Mum received and also the support for her relatives.
Thank you.
18 February 2025
After 3 years in the care floor the only word I can use to describe the care received is poor! There are some excellent carers, although they appear to be given very little support and guidance! We have had lots of lost property - new clothing brought in and lost! New clothes ripped then stuffed in
the back of drawers. Communication is a very big problem, emails ignored, concerns from family not addressed! Or when chasing up issues we then discover yet another member of staff has left - over the 3 years there has been several changes of head of care leading to lack of continuity. RVW - rather than using a 'use it or lose it' approach, are much happier using 'let's ensure they lose it as quickly as possible' such as using a hoist rather than encouraging residents to walk. My family member was told to use his pad when asked to go to the toilet! There is a certain lack of independence and lack of dignity. Richmond Villages and BUPA all seem to be happy with this lack of care!
30 January 2025
The grounds, buildings, and facilities here are beautiful, but more importantly, the quality of care my poor old mother is receiving is fabulous. She has very advanced dementia and needs a high level of support 24/7. It is a great comfort to us to know that she is getting this and we are beyond
grateful to the gentle and patient care staff that work so hard looking after her.
30 January 2025
Mum was the 4th resident to arrive at Richmond Witney. She moved into an independent living flat and immediately settled, making new friends and becoming an ambassador to champion the BUPA care pathway the villages represent. In the last 9 years, she has followed that pathway after 8 years of
independent living to a year in assisted living and now on to the care floor. I have experienced nothing but kindness and compassion for her since her mental health began to decline. All departments have really cared about her, the girls in hospitality missed her when she could not make it down for meals, the housekeeping team were caring and kind to her, especially two in particular and the dom care team were wonderful at popping in to check on her if they were passing, spending time with her and collecting her meals for her, with special thanks to three girls in particular not to mention the lovely girls on reception and the senior team. You have all helped in her journey, thank you.
05 August 2024
My parents moved to Richmond Villages in December 2021 and since then have experienced independent, assisted living, and nursing care.
The consistent wonderment is the care exhibited by members of staff and their willingness to go the extra mile to support residents and enable them to have as
fulfilling lives as possible. The team recently laid on a 'Wedding Breakfast', including decorating the table, making a cake and facilitating a live link, so that my Mum was able to celebrate, with her friends, the wedding of her eldest granddaughter which she couldn't attend in person.
I've come to the conclusion that the only thing that truly matters for the wellbeing of our loved ones is the 'well-spring of care' for others exhibited by staff. The senior management team of Bupa, the Richmond Villages group, and care homes everywhere, should recognise that this alone is their single greatest asset and do their utmost to nurture and sustain those staff who embody it. My respect to you all.
23 April 2024
I recently spent 16 days in the Willow section of Richmond Villages Witney enjoying a period of respite care following a couple of falls at home. The staff made me feel very welcome and were unfailingly kind and polite. The catering was excellent and I was even able to treat myself to the resident
hairdresser, nail technician and physiotherapist. Obviously, I looked forward to returning to my own home. But my family commented on the fact that I left Richmond Villages looking fitter and more relaxed. All in all, this was a very positive experience.
23 April 2024
My father suffered a fall and subsequent ill health and as a result, required additional care at Richmond Village. He was unable to return to independent living and had respite care on the Willow Ward. The team on Willow were amazing, so kind and helpful. They played a big part in getting him back
to independent living. I cannot praise them enough.
10 April 2024
My friend was in Richmond for 3 weeks. I found the whole experience amazing. The staff are so friendly and helpful - nothing was too much trouble. I appreciate the fact there is an open-door policy.
22 February 2024
I loved living independently within Richmond Villages Witney whilst my wife was still with me. I tried the assisted living but it did not meet all my needs. I moved to the care floor to have nursing support. I have a lovely room and am very happy - it has been redecorated and furnished with the help
of the staff and it now feels very lovely. I still have an element of my independence which I make use of to keep in touch with my friends and life around the village. The care staff are very cooperative and friendly and the nursing team take great care of me. I am very happy living here with the support of a great team.