and District Residential and Nursing Home

About Us

We at Watlington and District Residential and Nursing Home offer specialist nursing care in the heart of Watlington, Oxfordshire, providing a warm and welcoming home for older people and adults with complex needs. Nestled within this charming market town in the South East, our home combines the tranquillity of village life with easy access to the wider Oxfordshire community, making visits from family and friends both simple and enjoyable.

Our setting reflects the character of Watlington itself, offering a peaceful environment where residents can feel genuinely at home. The surrounding area provides a comforting backdrop of countryside and community, and we work hard to ensure that the atmosphere inside our home mirrors that sense of belonging, calm, and connection. From communal spaces designed for shared moments to quieter corners for reflection or family visits, every part of our home is intended to feel personal and reassuring.

We provide a broad spectrum of care, and our team is experienced in supporting older people, delivering skilled nursing care, and looking after those living with dementia. We also welcome younger adults and support residents with mental health needs, physical disabilities, and visual or hearing impairments. For families needing shorter term support, our respite care offers a trusted place for a loved one to stay, whether following a hospital discharge, during a family holiday, or simply to give a regular carer a well earned break.

In practice, this breadth of specialism means that care at Watlington and District is shaped around the individual rather than the diagnosis. Our nursing team is on hand around the clock, working closely with residents, families, and healthcare professionals to ensure that clinical needs are met with dignity and gentleness. For those living with dementia, we focus on familiar routines, meaningful activity, and compassionate communication, helping each person to feel safe, valued, and understood. Residents with sensory impairments or physical disabilities benefit from thoughtful, person centred support that promotes independence wherever possible, whilst those with mental health needs are cared for with patience, respect, and a deep understanding of emotional wellbeing.

Family involvement sits at the heart of what we do. We know that choosing a care home is one of the most significant decisions a family can make, and we aim to make that journey as open and reassuring as possible. From the first conversation, we listen carefully to understand each resident's history, preferences, and hopes for daily life, ensuring their care plan truly reflects who they are. Relatives are always welcome, and we encourage ongoing communication so that families remain closely involved in their loved one's life with us.

We are proud to hold an Outstanding overall rating from the Care Quality Commission, following our most recent inspection in April 2019. Within that rating, we were judged Outstanding for being both Responsive and Well led, and Good across the Safe, Effective, and Caring domains. For families, this independent recognition offers meaningful reassurance. Being rated Outstanding for Responsive reflects the way we tailor care to each individual, adapting quickly and thoughtfully as needs change. Being rated Outstanding for Well led speaks to the strength of our leadership, our culture of continuous improvement, and the commitment of our team to doing the very best for every resident in our care.

Whilst any inspection is a snapshot in time, we continue to build on the standards recognised by the CQC, striving every day to deliver care that is compassionate, safe, and genuinely person centred. Our team takes real pride in the trust placed in them by residents and their families, and that pride shines through in the small, everyday moments that make a house feel like a home.

If you are exploring nursing care, dementia support, or respite options in Watlington or the wider Oxfordshire area, we warmly invite you to get in touch. Whether you would like to ar

Common questions about and District Residential and Nursing Home

Where is and District Residential and Nursing Home located?

and District Residential and Nursing Home is a nursing home in Watlington, Oxfordshire, OX49 5AE. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.

What type of care does and District Residential and Nursing Home provide?

and District Residential and Nursing Home is registered to provide nursing and personal care, with support that includes Older person care, Dementia care, Mental health care, Physical disability support, Sensory impairment support, Younger adults care. The full list of services is shown on this page.

What is and District Residential and Nursing Home's CQC rating?

and District Residential and Nursing Home is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Outstanding following its last inspection on 19 April 2019. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.

Does and District Residential and Nursing Home provide dementia care?

Yes. and District Residential and Nursing Home supports people living with dementia. We recommend contacting the home directly to discuss your individual situation.

Does and District Residential and Nursing Home offer respite or short-term care?

Yes. and District Residential and Nursing Home offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.

Contact Watlington and District Residential and Nursing Home

Phone the home directly, or send an enquiry and we will pass it on.

Care We Offer

• Older Person Care: Support with daily living for older people, from companionship to help with washing, dressing and medication.
• Dementia: Specialist support for people living with dementia, in a calm, familiar setting with trained staff.
• Mental Health: Support for people managing a mental health condition, with routines that promote stability and wellbeing.
• Physical Disability: Accessible facilities and practical help with mobility, personal care and daily tasks.
• Visual / Hearing Impairment: Tailored support and adaptations for residents living with sight or hearing loss.
• Younger Adults: Care designed around the needs and lifestyle of younger adults (typically 18 to 65).
• Respite Care: Short stays that give family carers a break, or help someone recover after illness or a hospital stay.
• Nursing Care: Round-the-clock care from qualified nurses for residents with medical or complex health needs.

Questions families ask about Watlington and District Residential and Nursing Home

Answered from the CQC register where we can. 5 of these the home has not told us yet, so ask when you call.

Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?

Yes. Watlington and District Residential and Nursing Home is registered for dementia care, so someone whose needs increase can usually stay rather than move. Ask how they support people in the later stages. Source: CQC register

Is there a nurse on site if health needs change?

Yes. Watlington and District Residential and Nursing Home is registered to provide nursing care, so registered nurses are part of the team. Source: CQC register

Can they try a short stay before deciding?

Yes. Watlington and District Residential and Nursing Home offers respite and short stays, which is a good way to see whether the home is the right fit. Source: CQC register

Will they support end of life care, so there is no move at the hardest time?

Ask the home. End of life care is not listed on the register. Ask the manager whether residents can remain in the home with hospice or district nurse support.

Can she bring her cat or dog?

Ask the home. The home has not told us its pet policy yet. Ask directly; some homes allow small pets in residents' rooms or welcome visiting dogs.

Can a couple stay together?

Ask the home. We do not know whether the home has rooms for couples. Ask about shared or adjoining rooms if this matters.

Will the council help pay, or is it self funded only?

Ask the home. The home has not told us which funding it accepts. Most homes take both council funded and self funded residents; ask about council rates and any top up. Use our funding calculator to check what you might pay.

Do they take younger adults as well as older people?

Yes. Watlington and District Residential and Nursing Home supports younger adults as well as older people. Source: CQC register

Can I visit before deciding, and are there visiting hours?

Ask the home. Every home should welcome a visit. Call to arrange one, ideally at a mealtime or during an activity, and ask about visiting hours for family.

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Regulatory Rating

Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating

• Latest inspection: 19 April 2019
• Report published: 19 April 2019

Overall: Outstanding

• Safe: Good
• Effective: Good
• Caring: Good
• Responsive: Outstanding
• Well-led: Outstanding

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

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Ratings are as published by the CQC and may not reflect the current position of the service.

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