Subject to room type and care needs.
Please call ahead where possible to book visits. This ensures loved ones are ready and waiting. Tours can be arranged by appointment. If wishing to drop in and say hello the team will always do their very best to accommodate visitors.
Private car park out front with limited visitor spaces. Please call ahead if travelling by car and the home will do their best to accommodate visitors. Parking in front is not always guaranteed. If not able to park in the car park there is a reasonable amount of on-road parking nearby.
Hunters Lodge has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.940) out of 10, based on 21 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Hunters Lodge has 45 reviews.
Review from Anne J (Daughter of Resident) published on 25 May 2018
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Review from Gill L (Daughter of Resident) published on 5 April 2018
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The Management have been empathetic, capable, kind and fully supportive of Mums needs practically and 'especially' emotionally. The staff, which includes cleaning and kitchen, are the heart of Hunters
Hunters Lodge is clean, tidy and well designed. Mum was asked what she enjoyed before she moved in and her room was designed around her wishes. The food is amazing and I was able to have an enjoyable lunch with Mum occasionally.
This is a Home to which anyone would be welcomed warmly to live in or visit. My family and I were extremely happy and grateful for our Mums fantastic care and would highly recommend to anybody.
Thank you Hunters Lodge.
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Review from Ginny B (Daughter of Resident) published on 7 November 2016
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I moved my mum here after 20 months in a previous home that caused her anxiety
I would recommend this home to anyone. The management are always looking for ways to improve. I leave mum here knowing that I don't have to worry. It's an hours drive away and if I don't get down at a weekend it isn't the end of the world. She will still be cared for in the way you would expect.
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Review from Anthony B (Brother-in-law of Resident) published on 3 October 2016
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Review from John D (Son-in-law of Resident) published on 25 August 2016
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The Review Score of 9.9 (9.940) out of 10 for Hunters Lodge is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.
a) The Average Rating is 4.9 out of 5 from 21 Reviews in the last 24 months.
b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 21 positive Reviews in the last 24 months.
The maximum Review Score for a Care Home is 10, which is made up from the Average Rating of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) and the Number of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) in the last 24 months:
a) 5 Points are available for the Average Rating from all Reviews in the last 24 months.
The Average Rating of 4.940 for Hunters Lodge is calculated as follows: ( (234 Excellents x 5) + (15 Goods x 4) ) ÷ 249 Ratings = 4.94
b) 5 Points are available for the number of Positive Reviews in the last 24 months. A Positive Review is defined as any Review with an 'Overall Experience' of '4' or '5' (out of a max rating '5').
The 5 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Hunters Lodge is based on 21 positive Reviews in the last 24 months and is calculated as per below:
The 5 points available are broken down as follows:
i) 4 points are available for the first 10 Positive Reviews in the last 24 months; 3 points for the first Positive Review, and then 0.125 Points for each of the next four Positive Reviews and then 0.1 Points for the next five Positive Reviews. (1st = 3.000, 2nd = 0.125, 3rd = 0.125, 4th = 0.125, 5th = 0.125, 6th = 0.100, 7th = 0.100, 8th = 0.100, 9th = 0.100, 10th = 0.100) 3 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 = 4
ii) 1 point is available for the number of Positive Reviews reaching 20% of the registered maximum number of service users in the last 24 months. If this number is partially reached, then that proportion of 1 point is given. eg a Care Home registered for a maximum of 50 service users has to reach 10 Positive Reviews to receive 1 point, if it has 7 reviews it will receive 0.7 points. 20% of the 44 registered maximum number of service users is 8.8, which has been reached with 21 Positive reviews. Points = 1
When a Review is submitted by someone who has previously submitted a Review, only the latest Review will count towards the Review Score.
If a Care Home does not have a review in the last 24 months, then it will not have a Review Score.
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Job Title: Registered Manager
Joined: 2022
Laura began her journey at Hunters Lodge in 2008 as a care assistant, working her way up to Senior Care Assistant before becoming Head of Care. In 2016, she pursued a management role in a 70-bed care home, further expanding her experience in the sector.
In October 2021, Laura embraced motherhood, and after her maternity leave, she returned to Hunters Lodge in July 2022 as Deputy Manager. Although she is a qualified Social Worker, her true passion lies in the care sector.
Recently, in January 2025, Laura achieved a significant milestone by being promoted to Registered Manager of Hunters Lodge—an incredible accomplishment!
Job Title: Client Liaison Officer
Joined: 2002
Kelly joined Hunters Lodge in 2002 as a care assistant, a role she dedicated herself to for 13 years before progressing to a senior position. From there, she played a key role in establishing the Head of Care position.
After completing her Level 5 Leadership and Management Award, Kelly advanced to Deputy Manager, working closely alongside the management team. Over time, she further developed her expertise and transitioned into a Client Liaison role, where she now focuses exclusively on supporting admissions and handling enquiries for the care home.
Job Title: Deputy Manager
Joined: 2010
Jackie began her career at Hunters Lodge in 2010 as a care assistant. Over time, she progressed through the ranks, becoming a senior, then a team leader, and is now the Head of Care. Jackie’s role is diverse, balancing both administrative tasks and hands-on care and supervision.
Passionate about her work, she is committed to ensuring the highest quality of care for the residents. In recognition of her dedication, Jackie was recently promoted to Deputy Manager at the end of 2024, working alongside Alex Taylor.
Qualifications: Level 3 Health and Social Care, Level 5 Leadership and Management.
Job Title: Deputy Manager
Joined: 2021
Alex joined Hunters Lodge in 2021 as a Night Senior and later transitioned to a Day Senior role. She is currently working towards her NVQ Level 5 and has developed into a team-leading role, taking on additional responsibilities such as Infection and Prevention Lead, ward round duties with external professionals, care planning, and auditing.
Her role is diverse, involving both administrative tasks and hands-on care and supervision. Alex is deeply passionate about ensuring the highest quality of care for the residents. In recognition of her dedication, Alex was recently promoted to Deputy Manager at the end of 2024, working alongside Jackie Farmer.
