Framland

Naldertown, Wantage OX12 9DL
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9.6 32 Reviews
  • Framland, Wantage
Rooted in the Christian faith, life at Framland supports residents to live fulfilled lives in their later years. They provide excellent, personalised care which supports residents to flourish in older age.

Framland has an active social life in which residents can take part, or follow their own pursuits. They appreciate that each resident has their own individual interests, hobbies and pastimes, and they endeavour to support residents to maintain this important part of their lives. Residents are encouraged to lead the lifestyle that they choose, doing as much or as little as they want - residents can simply choose to put their feet up with a daily paper or a good book from the County Library which visits every month, or from the home’s own collection.

Their weekly programme includes activities such as quizzes, board games, baking, gentle gardening, music and movement exercises, Wii Fit, and craft groups. The home also benefits from visits by local Christian choirs from time to time. Trips out to coffee shops, garden centres, picnics and drives in the countryside are arranged for residents from time to time. A hairdresser visits once a week. A team of Friends of the Home support and befriend the residents by coming to see them on a weekly basis.

Their Christian background is at the heart of both their values and their actions. At Framland they try to create a community where Christian worship, prayer and support are a core part of daily life. They have daily devotions, Sunday and mid-week services, and a monthly communion service. They encourage local churches to arrange transport for residents who are able to attend.

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Care Provided by Framland

  • Primary Care Categories
  • Dementia
  • Learning Disability
  • Older Person Care
  • Respite Care
  • Care Types Provided
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Residential Care
  • For a maximum of 23 Service Users
  • Voluntary / Not for Profit Owned
  • Care Offered
  • Alzheimer's
  • Autism/ASD
  • Hearing Impairment
  • Parkinson's Disease
  • Speech Impairment
  • Stroke
  • Visual Impairment
  • Other Care Provided
  • Convalescent Care
  • End of Life Care
  • Own GP if required
  • Palliative Care

Good to Know

  • Person in charge
  • Pumdim Skinner (Registered Manager)
  • Admission Criteria
    • Residents must be supportive of our Christian ethos and activities
    • Ages 65+
  • Room Information
    • Single Rooms (23)
  • Care Home Design/Build
    • Purpose Built: No
    • Last Refurbishment: 2018
    • Number of floors: 2

Funding & Fees Guide for Framland

  • Funding Types Accepted
  • Self funding (Private)
  • Local Authority with Top-Up
  • Local Authority
  • NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC) Funding
  • Weekly Charges per Person
    • Self-Funded Residential Care £1,356 – £1,379
    • Self-Funded Residential Dementia Care £1,672 – £1,702
    • RESPITE Self-Funded Residential Care £1,438 – £1,631
    • RESPITE Self-Funded Residential Dementia Care £1,773 – £1,805

  • Our fees are charged per person, per week. We do not require a deposit and we do not require a guarantor. This will include the provision of personal care, food and drink (including snacks), heating, lighting, equipment, laundry, insurance of personal items (except individual items worth more than £1,000), and
    in-house activities.
  • (these prices are only a guideline, please contact Framland to find out the exact price for your requirements)

Facilities

  • Close to Local shops
  • Gardens
  • Lift
  • Near Public Transport
  • Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
  • Phone Point in own room
  • Residents Internet Access
  • Smoking not permitted
  • Television point in own room
  • Wheelchair Access
  • Visiting

  • Informal visits welcome by appointment. Relatives and friends welcome to visit at any time during the day, and there is the opportunity to purchase a meal in the home if they wish to do so, by prior arrangement.


  • Parking

  • Ample parking at the home for visitors.


Framland Reviews (32)

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9.6

Framland has a Review Score of 9.6 (9.649) out of 10, based on 19 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Framland has 32 reviews.

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Review from S H (Daughter of Resident) published on 17 March 2025
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

On 14th February, Framland put on an amazing Valentine's Day lunch and invited the relatives of residents. We were presented with a 3 course meal, all beautifully presented, followed by cheese and biscuits and tea/coffee. It meant so much to my mum to have all her sons and daughter sitting around the
table together. She said it was such a precious time. The kitchen staff and others worked hard to make it happen. I believe it was the new manager's idea. It was the first time we have been invited so it meant a lot. Thank you.

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Review from E E (Friend of Resident) published on 30 January 2025
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My friend has dementia and he has not found the move into Framland easy and at times he has been quite difficult. The care staff have been wonderful so patient and understanding. They all make me very welcome which obviously helps. There is a very good "family" atmosphere which is very reassuring.

Reply from Pum Dim Skinner, Manager at Framland

Thank you for your review. We are a small care home and know each of our family members' needs (we called our resident family member) and treat them like our own family.


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Review from S O (Daughter of Resident) published on 23 September 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I would just like to say a very big thank you to all the staff at Farmland for taking such good care of my mother during the time she was there. Her physical health improved massively after she moved in, as a result of the care she was receiving; having proper meals, taking her medication, and generally
being looked after. It took a little while for her to settle down but everyone worked hard to make her feel at home, and eventually, she was content to be there. We have observed the staff's kindness to Mum in many ways and have appreciated all the activities that have been organised for 'family members'. Particular thanks to the Maintenance Officer for his special care and attention towards Mum during a period when she was very low following a bereavement, and for encouraging her to continue solving crosswords for as long as possible.

Reply from Pum Dim Skinner, Manager at Framland

Thank you for the review. When your mum was here with us, She played piano for our services and devotions. She always had a beautiful smile for us and she will be greatly missed.


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Review from Jo K (Daughter of Resident) published on 20 September 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Framland is a very caring home. The staff are kind and patient and treat the residents as "family". My mum is safe and happy - which is all I wanted.

Reply from Pum Dim Skinner, Manager at Framland

Thank you very much for the review. The residents that live in our home are treated as our own family.


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Review from Sue H (Regular Volunteer) published on 24 July 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Framland is not a purpose-built Home, but the pictures photos texts plus garden features give it a very comfortable homely feel. The Home is always clean in communal areas and rooms, and I have never noticed any unpleasant odours. The family members are treated with compassion and dignity and I am given
to feel a valued presence as a regular visitor. The needs of each individual are met in a personal way with carers and other designated staff around to give company or attend to needs as they arise. Family members are encouraged to come to communal areas where they can join social activities which are both physically and mentally stimulating as well as fun! As it is a Christian Home I appreciate the opportunity to read the Bible/pray with family members as they wish, join in morning prayers or services, and then as volunteer to take part in outings to local Garden Centres etc.. The Manager is always available and if problems have arisen from visits they are dealt with straight away.

Reply from Pum Dim Skinner, Manager at Framland

Thank you for your review. All the team are doing their best to meet the needs of the residents.


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Review from Alec B (Resident) published on 19 February 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

My move here was dictated largely by my wife's passing. A room was available, not ideal but ready. This affects my reviews. My problems are not life threatening but various and I have had to adjust and learn more than other people might have. Communication with the family is a problem but due to pressure
on them and no criticism of the home.

Reply from Pum Dim Skinner, Manager at Framland

Thank you for the review. You are coping really well and adjusting to life at Framland. Thank you very much for your contribution to help with services and devotions when you can.


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Review from R H (Daughter of Resident) published on 31 January 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I am extremely happy with the standard of care my Mother is receiving at Framlands. There is a peaceful, contented atmosphere in the home. The staff are very competent and caring, spending time interacting with the residents on a personal level as well as tending to their individual care needs in a
professional way. Each person is valued and considered a member of the family. I highly recommend it.

Reply from Pum Dim Skinner, Manager at Framland

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Thank you very much for your review. We are celebrating that we are able to encourage your mum to join in our meal times, activities and services.


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Review from Duncan M (Husband of Resident) published on 25 January 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I always find on my regular visits to my wife that the overall atmosphere is safe, calm and relaxed, all the staff are very welcoming and provide professional care coupled with genuine kindness, a friendly attitude whilst always respecting the dignity and self-respect of family members.

Reply from Pum Dim Skinner, Manager at Framland

Thank you very much for your review. We have a good team who are truly kind to our family members.


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Review from S G (Daughter of Resident) published on 8 November 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My mother has been a resident at Framland care home for over 3 years. The care provided and professionalism of the manager and all the staff is to a very high standard. The manager and all the staff are very friendly and helpful. I am so pleased that my mother is at the Framland care home.

Reply from Pum Dim Skinner, Manager at Framland

Thank you for your review. We are very happy to care for your mum. Getting to know her is a blessing.


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Review from E B (Daughter of Resident) published on 26 September 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Caring environment coming from management down demonstrating God's love! There is evidence of lots of activities but, because of severe hearing problems and age, Dad is not interested in getting involved in most of them. He really appreciates the Christian environment and the opportunity to talk to
others about the Lord.

Reply from Pum Dim Skinner, Manager at Framland

Thank you for your feedback. We always go to your dad's room and converse well daily.


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Review from A C (Daughter of Resident) published on 20 September 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

My father stayed at Framland for nearly 3 weeks of respite care. I observed that the staff were patient and kind and always willing to help. They took on board my father's individual care needs and interests and implemented these during his stay. This really gave me confidence that I was leaving my
father in safe hands. The home is peaceful, the residents appear happy and there are thoughtfully planned activities to keep them occupied. Family members can visit at any time. The Christian ethos was an important factor in choosing Framland. My father loves having the bible read to him and was really touched when a young helper sat down with him to do this. It moved him to tears. As did being able to sing hymns and be a part of the devotionals each day. He returned home whistling in the car and was able to communicate that 'maybe I could go back there!'

Reply from Pum Dim Skinner, Manager at Framland

We love to have your dad back here at Framland. He sang well in our services and devotions.


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Review from Annie K (Friend of Resident) published on 21 August 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Residents are kept occupied and cared for in a dignified and caring manner. The activities are varied and interesting, and there's plenty to keep them occupied. The resident's rooms are clean, and the food always seems good. Staff are friendly and helpful and take time to engage on an individual level.
The level of care is exceptional.

Reply from Pum Dim Skinner, Interim Manager at Framland

Thank you very much for your review. The team encourages our family members to be occupied at all times.


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Review from Pauline S (Sister of Resident) published on 11 August 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

This care home is a place of kindness and joy.
Nothing is too much trouble.
There are activities each day that encourages physical and mental health.
My sister, who struggles to communicate, is listened to, affirmed and encouraged.
It's a place of love to visit - more like family than anything.

Reply from Pum Dim Skinner, Interim Manager at Framland

Thank you very much for your review. I am delighted that you feel our family life at Framland.


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Review from Isabelle T (Daughter of Resident) published on 10 August 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My mother has been at Framland for 6 years. With their loving care at all times, she is extremely content and we have never heard her complain about any of the care she receives, only high praise for all the attention every one of the residents receives.

Reply from Pum Dim Skinner, Interim Manager at Framland

Thank you for your feedback. The team is pleased to care for your mum and make tea whenever she asks.


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Review from Gareth S (Son of Resident) published on 9 August 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My mother has been in Framland Care Home for over four years and is very happy there. The staff are caring, considerate and know the residents and their needs well. The home is well-organised, clean and orderly. The lounge is a lovely room with a great atmosphere where my mother loves to spend her time.
The home ensures that there are a variety of activities going on, for example often people taking time to chat, play music, organise quizzes and fun exercises. This is a fairly small home and the Christian ethos is important with visitors from local churches contributing to life in the home. We have always found it welcoming when we have visited and often take my mother out for trips or to our house. We are pleased to be able to say that whilst she enjoys these trips, she is always happy to get back home to Framland.

Reply from Pum Dim Skinner, Interim Manager at Framland

Thank you very much for the feedback. I am pleased that your mum is always happy to come back to Framland home.


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Review from Marion R (Daughter of Resident) published on 8 August 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I can’t speak highly enough of the love and care that my 97 year old Mum receives from all the staff at Framland. In the time that she’s been living there, I’ve observed the endless patience and respect shown to all family members and the constant drive to meet everyone’s personal preferences and choices.
Prior to Mum moving in, she was asked about her interests, favourite foods and even the choice of paint colour for her room. Conversations about personal preferences are on-going to ensure that family members feel that Framland is their home. I am so grateful to the team in Framland that Mum has somewhere to live where I am fully confident that she is safe, cared for as an individual, given all the support that she needs, but equally is encouraged to be herself. Walking into Framland doesn’t feel like walking into a care home, instead it feels as if I’m walking into a large family home where everyone is valued and welcomed.

Reply from Pum Dim Skinner, Interim Manager at Framland

Thank you for your comment. We aim to give person-centred care to all our family members at Framland at all times.


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Review from Liz N (Sister of Resident) published on 7 August 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Thank you for your exceptional care, patience, and love for my beloved sister Sandy. The staff showed genuine care towards her wellbeing and made sure she was comfortable at all times and they taught me how to handle my sister's dementia.

Reply from Pum Dim Skinner, Interim Manager at Framland

Thank you for your comment. We all try our best daily to ensure our family members are comfortable and their needs are met.


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Review from M Y (Husband of Resident) published on 11 July 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My wife has been cared for in an exemplary fashion throughout her time at Framland. To say that she and we, her related family have become part of another wide and lovely family couldn't be more true. The love and care she receives is beyond reproach and I thank God daily for his grace in enabling us
all to share in her life as she progresses towards the time when she meets her maker. Christian friends recommended Framland to me and I am happy to say that I am able to continue wholeheartedly commending Framland as a centre of loving care.

Reply from Pum Dim Skinner, Interim Manager at Framland

Thank you for the review and for commending Framland as a centre of loving care. Our team will continue to share our loving care with all the family members at Framland.


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Review from Eve R (Friend of Resident) published on 27 June 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I feel that a care home is dependent on the actions and behaviour of the manager. This care home now has a manager very faithful to God and all her actions are proof of that relationship. The ethos of love is tangible as one walks about the building. The staff are calm and go that extra bit to make
life as nice as it can be for the residents. Every effort is made to encourage residents to join in things that they would say they enjoyed doing although especially for those with dementia this is changeable. Singing is encouraged since everyone joins in, even if only to listen. Very few people choose to end their days in a care home, but this one provides the very best possible when they can't stay in their own homes.

Reply from Pum Dim Skinner, Interim Manager at Framland

Thank you for your kind review. The whole team work together to promote our family members' independence and choices.


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Review from J C (Resident) published on 6 February 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

The carers have been most kind while I have stayed here in Framland. Many thanks. May God bless you all.

Reply from Pum Dim Skinner, Interim Manager at Framland

Thank you for your kind words. We are happy to have you here at Framland.


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Current Review Score: 9.6 (9.649)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.6 (9.649) out of 10 for Framland is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  • a) The Average Rating is 4.6 out of 5 from 19 Reviews in the last 24 months.

  • b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 19 positive Reviews in the last 24 months.

Detailed Breakdown of Review Score

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 4.649 for Framland is calculated as follows: ( (151 Excellents x 5) + (64 Goods x 4) + (7 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 222 Ratings = 4.649

  • 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 Framland is based on 19 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 23 registered maximum number of service users is 4.6, which has been reached with 19 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.

Performance

Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating

Date: 13 Feb 2018

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    Good

  • Effective

    Good

  • Responsive

    Good

  • Safe

    Good

  • Well-led

    Good

Care Quality Commission is responsible for the registration and inspection of social care services in England.

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Meet the Team (3)

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Pum Dim Skinner

Job Title: Registered Home Manager

Joined: 2022

Registered Home Manager


Miriam

Miriam Fisher

Job Title: Administrator

Joined: 2019

Miriam became a committed Christian as a teenager and has subsequently served her local church, including working as an administrator for a church in Cardiff.
Since moving into the area, she has supported the work of Framland and attended their special events, including playing the cello for their Christmas services and at the annual garden party. She loves being part of the Framland staff team, helping to provide a caring and compassionate home for the family members.
Outside of work, she enjoys cooking and baking, and spending time with her family.


Dave

Dave Alderson

Job Title: ACE

Joined: 2021

‘Dave is a proud Yorkshire man who travelled the world but found Jesus in Norwich at a Billy Graham event. Having started his working life as an artist and graphic designer, he was called into Christian ministry at the age of 21. Roles he has taken on have included Christian Youth Work with YFC, Youth Pastor & Evangelist, Drug & Alcohol treatment worker, Youth Advisor and Toilet-roll Maker. Dave describes himself as a genuinely shy man who God put on the frontline of service.

As our Activities & Community Engagement (ACE) Facilitator at Framland, Dave oversees the programme of activities, which includes managing the team of volunteers. He loves working with older people, especially hearing the stories of the amazing lives they have lived.

By his own admission he is someone you will not find on a sports field but rather in the warmth, playing his guitar or reading a book.

A proud father of four and grandfather of 10, he, together with his wife, enjoys the adventure of all that life and world has to reveal.’


Frequently Asked Questions about Framland

What types of Care is Framland registered for?

Older Person Care, Dementia, Respite Care & Learning Disability are the registered (by the Care Quality Commission) categories of Care.

What additional types of Care does Framland provide?

Palliative Care, Convalescent Care, Own GP if required & End of Life Care are other types of care provided.

How many Rooms does Framland have?

There are 23 Single Rooms.

What are the Facilities & Services at Framland?

Pet Friendly (or by arrangement), Smoking not permitted, Close to Local shops, Near Public Transport, Lift, Wheelchair Access, Gardens, Phone Point in own room, Television point in own room & Residents Internet Access are some of the Facilities & Services.

How far is Framland to the centre of Wantage?

0.5 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.