Winfield Lodge
At a Glance
The information you need to decide whether this home warrants a closer look.
Residential homes
Staff warmth score
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Good to know
- Registered beds50
- SpecialismsCaring for adults over 65 yrs, Caring for adults under 65 yrs, Dementia, Physical disabilities
- Last inspected2019-07-02
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The Evidence
What the review data, the inspection reports, and the dementia-care evidence base tell us about this home.
What families say
The eight family priority themes
- Staff warmth55
- Compassion & dignity55
- Cleanliness55
- Activities & engagement50
- Food quality50
- Healthcare50
- Management & leadership60
- Resident happiness55
What inspectors found
Inspected 2019-07-02
Is this home safe?
Is the care effective?
The Effective domain was rated Good at the June 2019 inspection and this was not challenged at the 2023 review. The published text does not describe the content of care plans, how frequently they are reviewed, or what dementia-specific training staff have received. Food quality and dietary support, which fall within this domain, are also undetailed in the available report. Dementia is listed as a specialism, so the expectation is that staff training reflects this, but no specifics are confirmed.Is this home caring?
The Caring domain was rated Good at the June 2019 inspection. This domain covers staff warmth, dignity, respect, and independence. The published report does not include direct observations of staff interactions, use of preferred names, response to distress, or unhurried pace. No resident or relative quotes are recorded in the available text. The Good rating indicates inspectors were satisfied with what they observed, but the detail behind that finding is not available here.Is the home responsive?
The Responsive domain was rated Good at the June 2019 inspection. This domain covers activities, individual engagement, and end-of-life planning. The published report does not describe the activities programme, whether one-to-one activities are available for residents who cannot join groups, or how end-of-life preferences are recorded and followed. No specific examples of tailored engagement or individual life history work are recorded.Is the home well-led?
The Well-led domain was rated Good at the June 2019 inspection, with no change identified at the July 2023 review. The home has a named registered manager (Mr Marius Golea) and a nominated individual (Mrs Minal Desai), providing a formal leadership structure. The published report does not describe how long the manager has been in post, whether staff feel supported to raise concerns, or how the home uses feedback from residents and families to drive improvement. No examples of governance actions or quality monitoring outcomes are recorded.
Source: CQC inspection report →
What the evidence base says
The team at Winfield Lodge has experience caring for adults across different life stages, from those under 65 who need support to older residents requiring full-time care. They're equipped to help people with physical disabilities maintain their independence where possible. For residents living with dementia, the home provides specialised care tailored to each person's needs. The team understands how to create a supportive environment that helps residents feel secure and maintain their sense of self. All areas worth probing directly during a visit.
The DCC Verdict
Our editorial view, built from the three lenses: what families tell us, what inspectors record, and how the home sits against good dementia-care practice.
DCC Family Score
Winfield Lodge holds a Good rating across all five inspection domains, but the published report contains very limited specific detail, so scores reflect confirmed ratings rather than rich observed evidence. The 72 family score means this home clears the Good threshold but you will need to gather much of the detail yourself on a visit.
Homes in South West typically score 68–82.Worth a visit
Winfield Lodge, on Weston Park in Bath, was rated Good across all five inspection domains at its last inspection in June 2019. The home is run by Cedar Care Homes Limited, with a named registered manager and nominated individual recorded. A review carried out in July 2023 found no evidence to change that rating, meaning the Good status remains current. The home supports adults over and under 65, including people with dementia and physical disabilities, across 50 beds. The main limitation here is the level of published detail. The inspection summary available is brief, and almost none of the specific observations, staff interactions, or resident testimony that would normally sit behind a Good rating are recorded in the public-facing text. That does not mean those things are absent; it means you cannot confirm them from this report alone. Before you make a decision, visit in person, ask to see last week's actual staffing rota (not the template), find out how many permanent staff work on the dementia unit after 8pm, and ask the manager to describe what a typical day looks like for a resident who cannot join group activities.
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In Their Own Words
How Winfield Lodge describes itself — collected from its own website. DCC has not edited or independently verified the content in this tab.
Specialist care for different life stages in historic Bath
Winfield Lodge – Expert Care in Bath
Winfield Lodge in Bath provides residential care that adapts to individual needs across different age groups. This South West care home specialises in supporting both younger adults under 65 and older residents, including those living with physical disabilities. The home offers dedicated dementia care alongside its broader residential services.
Who they care for
The team at Winfield Lodge has experience caring for adults across different life stages, from those under 65 who need support to older residents requiring full-time care. They're equipped to help people with physical disabilities maintain their independence where possible.
For residents living with dementia, the home provides specialised care tailored to each person's needs. The team understands how to create a supportive environment that helps residents feel secure and maintain their sense of self.
“If you'd like to learn more about how Winfield Lodge supports its diverse community of residents, arranging a visit could help you get a feel for the place.”
DCC does not edit or curate content in this tab. For independently curated information, see The Evidence and DCC Verdict.
The DCC Verdict
Our editorial view, built from the three lenses: what families tell us, what inspectors record, and how the home sits against good dementia-care practice.
DCC Family Score
Winfield Lodge holds a Good rating across all five inspection domains, but the published report contains very limited specific detail, so scores reflect confirmed ratings rather than rich observed evidence. The 72 family score means this home clears the Good threshold but you will need to gather much of the detail yourself on a visit.
Homes in South West typically score 68–82.Worth a visit
Winfield Lodge, on Weston Park in Bath, was rated Good across all five inspection domains at its last inspection in June 2019. The home is run by Cedar Care Homes Limited, with a named registered manager and nominated individual recorded. A review carried out in July 2023 found no evidence to change that rating, meaning the Good status remains current. The home supports adults over and under 65, including people with dementia and physical disabilities, across 50 beds. The main limitation here is the level of published detail. The inspection summary available is brief, and almost none of the specific observations, staff interactions, or resident testimony that would normally sit behind a Good rating are recorded in the public-facing text. That does not mean those things are absent; it means you cannot confirm them from this report alone. Before you make a decision, visit in person, ask to see last week's actual staffing rota (not the template), find out how many permanent staff work on the dementia unit after 8pm, and ask the manager to describe what a typical day looks like for a resident who cannot join group activities.
The three questions to ask when you visitSave this home. Compare it against your shortlist.
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In Their Own Words
How Winfield Lodge describes itself — collected from its own website. DCC has not edited or independently verified the content in this tab.
Specialist care for different life stages in historic Bath
Winfield Lodge – Expert Care in Bath
Winfield Lodge in Bath provides residential care that adapts to individual needs across different age groups. This South West care home specialises in supporting both younger adults under 65 and older residents, including those living with physical disabilities. The home offers dedicated dementia care alongside its broader residential services.
Who they care for
The team at Winfield Lodge has experience caring for adults across different life stages, from those under 65 who need support to older residents requiring full-time care. They're equipped to help people with physical disabilities maintain their independence where possible.
For residents living with dementia, the home provides specialised care tailored to each person's needs. The team understands how to create a supportive environment that helps residents feel secure and maintain their sense of self.
“If you'd like to learn more about how Winfield Lodge supports its diverse community of residents, arranging a visit could help you get a feel for the place.”
DCC does not edit or curate content in this tab. For independently curated information, see The Evidence and DCC Verdict.
