Woodlands Manor nursing home, Kendleshire
At a Glance
The information you need to decide whether this home warrants a closer look.
Nursing homes
Staff warmth score
of reviewers answered yes
Good to know
- Registered beds57
- SpecialismsCaring for adults over 65 yrs, Dementia, Mental health conditions, Physical disabilities, Sensory impairment
- Last inspected2021-10-27
The Evidence
What the review data, the inspection reports, and the dementia-care evidence base tell us about this home.
What families say
Relatives talk about staff who make time to chat with visitors and keep them updated on how their loved one is settling in. There's a sense that families feel genuinely welcome here, with carers who understand how important it is to stay connected.
The eight family priority themes
- Staff warmth72
- Compassion & dignity72
- Cleanliness70
- Activities & engagement65
- Food quality65
- Healthcare68
- Management & leadership70
- Resident happiness68
What inspectors found
Inspected 2021-10-27
Is this home safe?
Is the care effective?
The Effective domain was rated Good at the August 2021 inspection. This domain covers care planning, dementia training, healthcare access, and nutrition. The home lists dementia as a specialism, which implies training is in place, but the published report does not describe specific training programmes, how often care plans are reviewed, or how GP access is arranged. The July 2023 monitoring review did not change this rating.Is this home caring?
The Caring domain was rated Good at the August 2021 inspection. This domain covers staff warmth, dignity, respect, and whether residents are treated as individuals. The published report does not include specific inspector observations of staff interactions, resident quotes about how they feel cared for, or examples of how dignity is protected during personal care. The July 2023 monitoring review found no evidence to change this.Is the home responsive?
The Responsive domain was rated Good at the August 2021 inspection. This domain covers activities, individual engagement, and end-of-life care. The home lists dementia, mental health conditions, physical disabilities, and sensory impairment as specialisms, which suggests the activity programme should be adapted to varied needs. The published report does not include specific detail on what activities are offered, how often, or how end-of-life planning is approached.Is the home well-led?
The Well-led domain was rated Good at the August 2021 inspection. A named registered manager is in post and is also listed as the nominated individual, meaning they hold both operational and regulatory responsibility for the home. The published report does not include detail on management tenure, staff culture, how concerns are raised, or how the home learns from incidents and complaints. The July 2023 monitoring review found no evidence to change this rating.
Source: CQC inspection report →
What the evidence base says
The home provides specialist support for people living with dementia, as well as those with mental health conditions, physical disabilities and sensory impairments. For residents with dementia, the team works to maintain engagement and respond to changing needs. Families of residents with dementia have noted the staff's attentiveness during the adjustment period. 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
Woodlands Manor Care Home received a Good rating across all five inspection domains, which is a solid foundation. However, the published inspection report contains very limited specific detail, observations, and testimony, so scores reflect a general positive picture rather than strong confirming evidence.
Homes in South West typically score 68–82.The three-lens summary
What families tell us
Relatives talk about staff who make time to chat with visitors and keep them updated on how their loved one is settling in. There's a sense that families feel genuinely welcome here, with carers who understand how important it is to stay connected.
What inspectors have recorded
The care team seems particularly attentive to residents' needs, with families noting how staff respond when support is needed. Several relatives have mentioned feeling confident in the ongoing care, with at least one family reporting consistent satisfaction over a longer stay.
How it sits against good practice
Getting a feel for any care home means seeing it for yourself — the atmosphere, the interactions between staff and residents, and how your loved one might fit in there.
Worth a visit
Woodlands Manor Care Home on Ruffet Road in Bristol was rated Good across all five inspection domains at its last inspection in August 2021. The home, which has 57 beds and specialises in dementia, mental health conditions, physical disabilities, and sensory impairment, has a named registered manager in post. A review carried out in July 2023 found no evidence to change the rating, meaning the Good rating remains current. The main limitation here is the published report itself: the available text contains very little specific detail, direct observation, resident testimony, or staff quotes. A Good rating is genuinely positive and better than many homes achieve, but it tells you the home met the standard rather than showing you how. Before you visit, prepare a list of specific questions, particularly around night staffing numbers, agency cover, what a typical day looks like for someone with dementia who cannot join group activities, and how families are kept informed when something changes. The watch-out questions in each section below will help you get beneath the rating.
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In Their Own Words
How Woodlands Manor nursing home, Kendleshire describes itself — collected from its own website. DCC has not edited or independently verified the content in this tab.
Caring staff who stay close when families need reassurance most
Nursing home in Bristol: True Peace of Mind
When someone you love needs round-the-clock care, finding staff who genuinely engage matters deeply. Woodlands Manor Care Home in Bristol supports residents with dementia, mental health conditions, physical disabilities and sensory impairments. Families describe carers who are actively present and responsive, particularly during those crucial early days when everyone's adjusting.
Who they care for
The home provides specialist support for people living with dementia, as well as those with mental health conditions, physical disabilities and sensory impairments.
For residents with dementia, the team works to maintain engagement and respond to changing needs. Families of residents with dementia have noted the staff's attentiveness during the adjustment period.
“Getting a feel for any care home means seeing it for yourself — the atmosphere, the interactions between staff and residents, and how your loved one might fit in there.”
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
Woodlands Manor Care Home received a Good rating across all five inspection domains, which is a solid foundation. However, the published inspection report contains very limited specific detail, observations, and testimony, so scores reflect a general positive picture rather than strong confirming evidence.
Homes in South West typically score 68–82.The three-lens summary
What families tell us
Relatives talk about staff who make time to chat with visitors and keep them updated on how their loved one is settling in. There's a sense that families feel genuinely welcome here, with carers who understand how important it is to stay connected.
What inspectors have recorded
The care team seems particularly attentive to residents' needs, with families noting how staff respond when support is needed. Several relatives have mentioned feeling confident in the ongoing care, with at least one family reporting consistent satisfaction over a longer stay.
How it sits against good practice
Getting a feel for any care home means seeing it for yourself — the atmosphere, the interactions between staff and residents, and how your loved one might fit in there.
Worth a visit
Woodlands Manor Care Home on Ruffet Road in Bristol was rated Good across all five inspection domains at its last inspection in August 2021. The home, which has 57 beds and specialises in dementia, mental health conditions, physical disabilities, and sensory impairment, has a named registered manager in post. A review carried out in July 2023 found no evidence to change the rating, meaning the Good rating remains current. The main limitation here is the published report itself: the available text contains very little specific detail, direct observation, resident testimony, or staff quotes. A Good rating is genuinely positive and better than many homes achieve, but it tells you the home met the standard rather than showing you how. Before you visit, prepare a list of specific questions, particularly around night staffing numbers, agency cover, what a typical day looks like for someone with dementia who cannot join group activities, and how families are kept informed when something changes. The watch-out questions in each section below will help you get beneath the rating.
The three questions to ask when you visitSave this home. Compare it against your shortlist.
Let our analysis show you how Woodlands Manor nursing home, Kendleshire measures up against the other homes you’re considering. Free account.
In Their Own Words
How Woodlands Manor nursing home, Kendleshire describes itself — collected from its own website. DCC has not edited or independently verified the content in this tab.
Caring staff who stay close when families need reassurance most
Nursing home in Bristol: True Peace of Mind
When someone you love needs round-the-clock care, finding staff who genuinely engage matters deeply. Woodlands Manor Care Home in Bristol supports residents with dementia, mental health conditions, physical disabilities and sensory impairments. Families describe carers who are actively present and responsive, particularly during those crucial early days when everyone's adjusting.
Who they care for
The home provides specialist support for people living with dementia, as well as those with mental health conditions, physical disabilities and sensory impairments.
For residents with dementia, the team works to maintain engagement and respond to changing needs. Families of residents with dementia have noted the staff's attentiveness during the adjustment period.
Management & ethos
The care team seems particularly attentive to residents' needs, with families noting how staff respond when support is needed. Several relatives have mentioned feeling confident in the ongoing care, with at least one family reporting consistent satisfaction over a longer stay.
“Getting a feel for any care home means seeing it for yourself — the atmosphere, the interactions between staff and residents, and how your loved one might fit in there.”
DCC does not edit or curate content in this tab. For independently curated information, see The Evidence and DCC Verdict.
