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Ashgrove House Nursing Home

Rated: OutstandingNursing Home · 35 beds
4.6Family-reviewed · Multiple sources
From £5,674/monthVacancies available

Verified with regulatory, financial, and public review data · April 2026

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by Mr & Mrs K TrowbridgePart of -
Registered Jan 2011
Beds35
TypeNursing Home
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Local AuthorityWiltshire
Built from official inspection records, public financial filings, independent reviews, and food hygiene dataUpdated Nov 2018
No broker feesNo pressure callsFamily-first guidance

At a Glance

The key facts for shortlisting Ashgrove House Nursing Home.

Quality

Rated Outstanding · no recent inspection on record

Costs

From £5,674 / month (estimate)

Availability

Vacancies currently available

Location

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About Ashgrove House Nursing Home

Ashgrove House Nursing Home is a care home with nursing in Swindon, South West, operated by Mr & Mrs K Trowbridge since 2011. The home has 35 beds and is rated Outstanding by the national care regulator. The home specialises in dementia care, including support for Alzheimer's, vascular dementia, Lewy body dementia. Qualified nursing staff are on-site 24 hours.

Care & Medical

Can this home safely meet your care needs?

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Care Capabilities

Service Types

What type of care is provided

Nursing Home

Officially Registered Services

Registered with the regulator for

Accommodation with nursing
Medical treatment

Specialisms

Specialist experience with

Dementia
Physical Disability
Adults 65+
Adults 18-65
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Conditions

Can support people living with

Alzheimer's
Vascular Dementia
Lewy Body Dementia
Frontotemporal Dementia
Parkinson's
Stroke
Brain Injury
Diabetes
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Heart Disease
Palliative Care

Behavioural Support

Trained to help with

Wandering and leaving the building
Aggression or challenging behaviour
Agitation and restlessness
Evening confusion (sundowning)
Exit-Seeking

Additional Conditions & Support

Additional support for

Challenging Behaviour
Speech/Communication
End-of-Life Care
Bereavement Support

Care Fit at a Glance

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How well this home matches common care needs — based on registration data and services offered.

Likely a good fit if you need

  • Dementia support
  • Nursing care
  • Wheelchair access
  • Secure garden/area
  • Palliative or end-of-life support

Important questions before deciding

  • Who provides overnight clinical cover when needs escalate?
  • How do you tailor care plans in the first 2 weeks after move-in?
  • How often are families updated, and who is the main contact?

Staffing

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What public sources tell us about staffing levels and employee experience.

Staffing data not yet available (N/A) — pending enrichment

Nursing Procedures

Catheter Care
Stoma Care

Medication Support

Medication Administration
Controlled Substances
Covert Medication
Regular Medication Reviews
Full Medication Management

Daily Life

Will daily life feel comfortable and meaningful?

Review activities, food quality, and facilities that most affect your relative's everyday wellbeing.

Activities & Social Life

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

5 activities listed

Individual and group options available
Arts & Crafts
Music & Singing
Exercise Classes
Gardening
Reminiscence
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One-to-one activity sessions
Organised group activities

Dining & Nutrition

7 dining services listed

Key nutrition points first

Dining Services

Professional Chef On-Site
Freshly Cooked Meals
Choice of Menu
Special Occasion Meals
Communal Dining Room
Hydration Monitoring
Nutritional Assessment

Dietary Options

Diabetic
5/5
Food Hygiene Rating(inspected September 2025)
Hygiene:5/5
Structural:5/5
Management:5/5

Facilities & Features

5 feature groups available

Essential features shown first

Accessibility

Wheelchair Access
Hoists
Hospital Beds

Rooms

Ensuite
Single Rooms
Double Rooms
Couples Rooms
Own Furniture
TV in Rooms

Safety & Security

Nurse Call System
Secure Garden
Secure Unit
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Lifestyle & Amenities

Garden
WiFi
TV Lounge
Library
Hairdresser
Cinema
Minibus
Pets Allowed

Medical & Therapy

Physiotherapy Room

Safety & Quality

How safe and well-led is this home right now?

Use CQC ratings, enforcement context, and stability signals to spot confidence or risk.

Quality Snapshot

Source: Official inspections · No recent inspection on record

Current inspection ratings and how they compare to previous assessments.

→ Stable trend
Outstanding for 7 years

Inspection Ratings by Category

Safe
Good
Effective
Outstanding
Caring
Outstanding
Responsive
Outstanding
Well-Led
Outstanding

This rating is based on an inspection over two years ago. The Care Home Check report tracks whether conditions have changed since then.

Last Inspection
No recent inspection on record
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Registered Manager
No manager registered

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Costs & Funding

Can this option work for your budget now and long-term?

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Costs & Funding

Source: Registration records

Estimated fees and funding options based on registration records and regional benchmarks.

Typical weekly care cost

From £1,305 per week

≈ £5,674 per month

Estimate based on 52 weeks / 12 months.

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

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How care at this home can be funded

Self-Funding

You pay the full fee directly. Applies if savings and property exceed £23,250.

Local Authority

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

NHS Continuing Healthcare

The NHS pays the full cost if your primary need is health-related. Requires a formal assessment.

Not sure how you'd pay for care?

This home accepts council and NHS funding. Our Funding Guide checks whether you qualify — covering NHS-funded care, council support and Deferred Payment Agreements.

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Family Feedback

What do families consistently say?

Focus on repeated patterns that indicate strengths and the questions worth asking on your visit.

What Families Say

We read every public review families have left about this home — across Google, care directories, and independent platforms — to find the patterns a star rating cannot show.

Based on early family feedback — we recommend confirming these patterns on your visit.

4.6
Based on early family feedback — we recommend confirming these patterns on your visit
POSITIVE
Coverage: High

What Families Say

Families consistently mention strong day-to-day support, with a few practical points worth checking on your visit.

Staff Feedback

Positive

Staff mentioned in 3 reviews — Families consistently praise the caring and attentive staff

How Families Rate This Home

Based on 464 detailed ratings across 11 aspects

Value for Money
4.63
Rooms
4.64
Facilities
4.77
Food & Drink
4.79
Activities
4.80
Cleanliness
4.83
Management
4.86
Safety
4.86

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Families value most

Most frequent family priorities:

  • warm, consistent staff relationships (Medium impact · 34 mentions)
  • clear sense of safety and protection (Medium impact · 22 mentions)
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  • welcoming atmosphere for relatives (Medium impact · 18 mentions)
  • personalised, dignified care (Medium impact · 19 mentions)

Questions to ask on your visit

  • Ask how staff communicate health updates and changes in visiting rules.
  • Request to see a range of resident rooms for comfort and personalisation.
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  • Observe how staff interact with residents and families during visits.

Signals to review before deciding

Potential risk signals to validate during your visit:

  • occasional communication lapses (2 mentions)
    Medium priority
  • room comfort varies (2 mentions)
    Lower priority

What Families Are Saying

Ashgrove consistently received warm reviews, with consistent reference to the kind staff and genuine care they provide.

— Family member

We feel she is completely safe and protected, and management, nurses, and carers are always available.

— Family member

Rating Trends Over Time

This home has 9 years of review data. See which aspects are improving, which need attention, and how recent ratings compare.

See full trends — £49

Who this home may suit

  • Families seeking a warm, inclusive environment
  • Residents with complex health or end of life needs
  • Those valuing regular activities and outings

Decision gaps before shortlisting

  • How are communication lapses addressed?

    Timely updates are crucial for family trust, especially during health events.

    Ask management for examples of recent improvements in family communication.

  • Consistency of room comfort and personalisation

    Room environment affects resident wellbeing and dignity.

    Request to view different rooms and discuss options for personal touches.

Most-mentioned positives

Common positive phrases seen across family feedback:

kind, attentive staff · 34 mentions
feeling safe and protected · 22 mentions
welcoming to families · 18 mentions
exceptional end of life care · 7 mentions
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engaging activities and outings · 17 mentions

Signals to check on visit

Repeated concern phrases and risk checks:

occasional communication lapses · 2 mentions
room comfort varies · 2 mentions

In families' own words

Ashgrove consistently received warm reviews, with consistent reference to the kind staff and genuine care they provide.

Family review

We feel she is completely safe and protected, and management, nurses, and carers are always available.

Family review

Staff perspective

Family reviews tell you how care feels from the outside. But the people delivering that care have their own story — about workload, management, and whether they feel supported to do their job well.

The Care Home Check report checks employee feedback from recruitment platforms to check whether staff satisfaction aligns with what families experience.

Ready to verify what family feedback may be pointing to?

Care Home Check combines review patterns with finance, staffing and inspection context, then turns them into better visit questions before you decide.

Independent checks before you decide

Location & Practical

Will regular visits and day-to-day logistics be practical?

Assess travel convenience, nearby services, and neighbourhood context for family peace of mind.

Practical Information

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible parking
  • Wheelchair accessible entrance

Location & Neighbourhood

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63 Station Road, Purton, Swindon, SN5 4AJ

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Nearby Amenities

Bus Stops (500m)
0 stops

Neighbourhood

Overall Neighbourhood Score
15/100

Transport access

0/10

Local amenities

0/10

Next Steps

What should you do before making a final decision?

Use the visit checklist and FAQs to compare homes confidently and avoid costly mistakes.

Common Questions About Ashgrove House Nursing Home

Visit Checklist

Use this short checklist during your visit to Ashgrove House Nursing Home and compare answers across homes.

  • Is the latest inspection report visible in reception?

    Confirms transparency on current quality.

  • What are staffing levels on day and night shifts?

    Shows whether support is consistent around the clock.

  • How are families updated when needs change?

    Communication is usually a top concern for relatives.

  • Can we see an example care plan review timeline?

    Helps confirm how quickly the team adapts care.

  • May we speak with a current resident family member?

    Gives an independent perspective before deciding.

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Care Home Check

What this page cannot tell you

You have seen the public picture. The Care Home Check report checks the things families usually only discover after moving in — finances, staffing reality, and what to ask on your visit.

Public warning signs are already visible

We can already see early warning signals in public data. The full report checks whether they are isolated issues or part of a wider pattern.

Public signals already visible on this page

Inspection

Is this home financially sound?

We check the company accounts, ownership changes, and director history — the things that show whether a home is stable for years to come.

Know before you commit, not after.

What do staff actually experience?

Employee reviews from recruitment platforms reveal whether staff feel supported and well-managed — which directly shapes the care your relative receives.

The inside view families rarely see.

What should you ask on your visit?

Based on everything we find — inspections, reviews, finances, staffing — we write questions specific to this home, so your visit leads to real answers.

Turn a guided tour into a proper conversation.

Independent checks before you decide

Data compiled by RightCareHome's Intelligence Engine
Sources: Official inspections, hygiene records, family reviews, financial filings, public statisticsOur methodology

Data verified April 2026 — always confirm details directly with the care home.

Editorially reviewed by the RightCareHome research team. Our editorial standards