Little Bramingham Farm Residential Care Home

Luton · LU3 3XF

Care type
Residential Care Home
Indicative weekly fees
£1,480–£1,705/week
Inspection rating
OutstandingRating published Mar 2020
Capacity
26 beds
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What the evidence shows

Little Bramingham Farm Residential Care Home is listed as a residential care home. The published inspection rating is Outstanding (Mar 2020). Family feedback highlights staff kindness and attentiveness.

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What stands out

  • Outstanding inspection rating
  • Family feedback highlights staff kindness and attentiveness
  • Dementia support

Points to explore

  • Family feedback: occasional food dissatisfaction

Checks for any home

  • Whether the latest public records still match day-to-day care
  • How the home feels in the evening and at weekends
  • How consistent staffing feels in person from shift to shift
More facility details
Registered provider
Friends of the Elderly
Provider group
BRAND Friends of the Elderly
Local authority
Luton
Purpose built
No
Ensuite rooms
100%
Floors
2

Provider network: 8 homes; 88% rated Good or better (1 Outstanding, 6 Good).

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Little Bramingham Farm Residential Care Home Inspection Rating & History

The published overall inspection rating is Outstanding. Review the dates and any findings below; a data review is not a new inspection.

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Inspection Ratings by Category

Safe
Good
Effective
Good
Caring
Outstanding
Responsive
Outstanding
Well-Led
Outstanding
Inspection record date
Inspection record review · Jul 2023

Routine inspection: Feb 2020

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Registered Manager
Emma Lawrance
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RightCareHome analysisCare fit

Published care capabilities

Listed support includes dementia support, palliative or end-of-life support, wheelchair access. Confirm the support and environment needed for the individual person.

  • Dementia support
  • Palliative or end-of-life support
  • Wheelchair access
  • Secure garden or area
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Care Capabilities

Service Types

What type of care is provided

Residential Home

Specialisms

Specialist experience with

Dementia
Adults aged 65+

Conditions

Can support people living with

Alzheimer's
Stroke
Palliative Care
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Additional Condition Support

Additional support for

End-of-Life Care

Staffing

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Available information about staffing arrangements. Family descriptions of staff appear in the family experiences section; they are not verified staffing levels.

Round-the-clock nurse cover is not listed. Ask how overnight clinical needs are supported.
Registered Manager
Emma Lawrance

Medication Support

Medication Administration
Full Medication Management

Little Bramingham Farm Residential Care Home: Weekly Fees & Funding Options

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Indicative weekly fees

£1,480–£1,705/week

≈ £6,435 - £7,414 per month (estimate)

Monthly estimate uses an average of 4.348 weeks per month.

You may pay less if council or NHS-funded care applies.

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Published fee notes

Published fees start from £1,480 per week, depending on assessed individual care needs following a visit. This source does not verify the recorded upper fee. The provider does not state an effective date.

Council-funded rate — background context

Reference period is unavailable. This is not a current private fee quote or a measure of care quality. Self-funded fees and included services may differ.

Council-rate context (Luton, residential with dementia care): £968/wk

How care at this home can be funded

Self-Funding

You pay the full fee directly if assessable capital exceeds £23,250. Between £14,250 and £23,250, tariff income applies.

Local Authority

Your council contributes based on a financial assessment. You may still pay a contribution.

NHS Continuing Healthcare

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About this care homeProvider description, registration background and accreditations.

Background context

Home profile

Provider and registration context for Little Bramingham Farm Residential Care Home, useful once you have already reviewed the main decision sections above.

Little Bramingham Farm is a Grade II residential care home set in the outskirts of Luton, Bedfordshire. Run by the charity Friends of the Elderly, it offers an oasis of calm in an urban environment with beautiful secluded gardens and a range of social activities including its own on-site pub and cafe.

Dementia Friendly

Contact & location

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Practical Information

Visitor Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible parking
  • Wheelchair accessible entrance
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Location & Neighbourhood

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Leamington Road, Leamington Road, Luton, LU3 3XF

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Nearby Amenities

Nearest Pharmacy
400m
Bus Stops (500m)
3 stops

Neighbourhood

Distances and local context help you plan visits. They do not establish how suitable the setting is for an individual resident. Deprivation deciles describe the area: 1 is most deprived and 10 least deprived; they do not assess the home or its care.

Nearest green space

0.6km away

Daily Life

Will daily life feel comfortable and meaningful?

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Dining & Nutrition

4 dining services listed

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Dining Services

Professional Chef On-Site
Freshly Cooked Meals
Special Occasion Meals
Communal Dining Room

Dietary Options

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten-Free
5/5
Food Hygiene Rating(inspected July 2025)
Food handling:Good
Premises condition:Good
Food safety management:Good
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Activities & Social Life

RightCareHome analysisDaily-life evidence

Social life, outings, and engagement programmes based on available information.

9 activities listed

Individual and group options available
Arts & Crafts
Music & Singing
Exercise Classes
Gardening
Games & Quizzes
Reminiscence
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Pet Therapy
Yoga & Relaxation
Religious Services
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✓Organised group activities

Facilities & Features

4 feature groups available

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Accessibility Features

Wheelchair Access
Lift

Rooms

Ensuite
Single Rooms
Own Furniture
TV in Rooms
Phone in Rooms

Safety & Security

Secure Unit
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Lifestyle & Amenities

Garden
WiFi
TV Lounge
Hairdresser
Cafe
Bar
Cinema
Parking
Pets Allowed

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Next Steps

Is Little Bramingham Farm Residential Care Home a good care home, and what should you do before deciding?

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Questions to Ask When Visiting Little Bramingham Farm Residential Care Home

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  1. Have staff turnover rates remained low and is the same team still in place?

  2. Are community activities and external visits now fully restored and regular?

  3. Ask about meal choices and how menus are adapted for individual preferences.

  4. Check the size and layout of rooms, especially for respite stays.

Also ask about everyday care

  1. What actions followed the inspection report, and can you show examples?

  2. What are staffing levels on day and night shifts?

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  3. How are families updated when needs change?

  4. How often is the care plan reviewed, and who is involved?

  5. May we speak with a current resident family member?

Common Questions About Little Bramingham Farm Residential Care Home

What does the inspection rating for Little Bramingham Farm Residential Care Home show?

The published overall inspection rating is Outstanding. The inspection record was reviewed on 6 July 2023.

Is Little Bramingham Farm Residential Care Home a good care home?

The published overall inspection rating is Outstanding. The inspection record was reviewed on 6 July 2023. Explore family feedback alongside the inspection findings. The combined public feedback rating is 4.9 out of 5. No current enforcement actions are recorded. The safest next step is to compare these signals with your visit questions and care needs.

How much does Little Bramingham Farm Residential Care Home cost per week?

Indicative weekly fees at Little Bramingham Farm Residential Care Home: £1,480–£1,705/week. Confirm your assessed quote, including care and extras, with the home.

Does Little Bramingham Farm Residential Care Home accept NHS or local authority funding?

Little Bramingham Farm Residential Care Home accepts self-funding, local authority funded, and NHS Continuing Healthcare residents. For NHS Continuing Healthcare eligibility, refer to NHS guidelines.

Is Little Bramingham Farm Residential Care Home a nursing home or a residential care home?

Little Bramingham Farm Residential Care Home is registered as a residential care home. Personal care is the listed service. Ask how visiting clinicians and overnight clinical needs are supported.

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Does Little Bramingham Farm Residential Care Home provide dementia care?

Little Bramingham Farm Residential Care Home specialises in dementia care. This includes Alzheimer's disease support. The home is registered for this specialism.

How do we score dementia-specialist homes differently?

We do not treat the phrase 'dementia care' on its own as proof of quality. On RightCareHome, dementia-specialist homes are checked more carefully for dementia-specific fit signals such as whether dementia care is registered, whether secure or wandering support is clearly published, whether nursing cover is available when needs are more complex, and whether inspection or family feedback supports that positioning.

How many beds does Little Bramingham Farm Residential Care Home have?

Little Bramingham Farm Residential Care Home has 26 registered beds. Personal care is the listed service.

What do care home reviews say about Little Bramingham Farm Residential Care Home?

Explore family feedback alongside the inspection findings. The combined public feedback rating is 4.9 out of 5.

Are Little Bramingham Farm Residential Care Home's reviews enough to make a decision?

Little Bramingham Farm Residential Care Home's public feedback assessment is useful, but it should not be the only reason to choose the home. Treat it as one evidence layer, then compare it with the inspection rating, safety and well-led domains, weekly fees, funding fit, and provider-record questions. Reviews are strongest when they confirm the same strengths or concerns that appear in inspection evidence and your visit questions.

Is Little Bramingham Farm Residential Care Home safe?

The published inspection Safety rating for Little Bramingham Farm Residential Care Home is "Good". No enforcement actions are currently recorded.

Who operates Little Bramingham Farm Residential Care Home?

Little Bramingham Farm Residential Care Home is operated by FRIENDS OF THE ELDERLY (Company registration number: 00133850).

Has Little Bramingham Farm Residential Care Home had enforcement actions?

There are no current enforcement actions recorded against Little Bramingham Farm Residential Care Home in the inspection history.

What do public company records show about Little Bramingham Farm Residential Care Home's provider?

Little Bramingham Farm Residential Care Home's provider public-record check is: Records reviewed. No material provider-record points to clarify were found in the public records reviewed. The company accounts record is dated 31 March 2025. This is not a credit rating, solvency assessment or prediction about the home.

What continuity questions should families ask Little Bramingham Farm Residential Care Home?

Ask Little Bramingham Farm Residential Care Home how care is kept consistent when staffing or residents' needs change, how families are informed about management changes, and what the contract says about notice periods and deposits. Discuss these points with the manager during your visit and ask for key commitments in writing.

What should I compare before choosing Little Bramingham Farm Residential Care Home?

Before choosing Little Bramingham Farm Residential Care Home, compare published inspection overall, Safe, and Well-Led ratings with their inspection history, family review volume and repeated themes, published weekly fees and what is included, funding routes accepted by the home, and the operator’s public company records. Compare these points with other care homes in Luton to find the best fit for your relative’s care needs, budget and visiting arrangements.

Is Little Bramingham Farm Residential Care Home's inspection rating improving or declining?

The inspection history suggests Little Bramingham Farm Residential Care Home's inspection position is improving. The inspection record was reviewed on 6 July 2023.

What is Little Bramingham Farm Residential Care Home's food hygiene rating?

Little Bramingham Farm Residential Care Home currently has a food hygiene hygiene rating of 5 out of 5. The food hygiene record is dated 31 July 2025.

What questions should I ask when visiting Little Bramingham Farm Residential Care Home?

When visiting Little Bramingham Farm Residential Care Home, start by asking the team to ask to see the latest inspection report and what has changed since it, ask how staffing levels work on day and night shifts, and ask how families are updated when needs change. These questions help you test whether the public picture on this page still matches day-to-day reality inside the home.

What does our visit checklist include for Little Bramingham Farm Residential Care Home?

Our visit checklist for Little Bramingham Farm Residential Care Home starts with the basics families often miss: the latest inspection report, staffing levels across day and night shifts, how the team updates relatives when needs change, and how care plans are reviewed in practice. On RightCareHome, the page-level checklist is then extended with personalised follow-up questions based on the home’s inspection, review, provider-record and practical signals.

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