The Orders of St John Care Trust

Buckland Court Care Home

Residential care home in Amesbury, Wiltshire

Operated by The Orders of St John Care Trust

CQC Requires improvement50 bedsDementiaResidential
Address2 S Mill Rd, Amesbury, Salisbury SP4 7HR, UK
Beds50
Weekly feefrom £1,045 · 2026
En-suite2%
Opened1975
All-inclusiveNo

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About

Nestled just a short distance from the heart of Amesbury, Buckland Court is a warm and inviting care home that offers specialised residential, dementia, respite and day care services. This charming Orders Of St John care home is equipped with a variety of amenities, including tastefully decorated bedrooms, a range of comfortable communal lounges, secure internal courtyards for residents to enjoy during the sunny seasons, a professional hairdressing salon, and even a cinema room for entertainment. With a dedicated activity coordinator on board, Buckland Court in Wiltshire ensures that there's always something exciting happening, from engaging board games to stimulating book clubs, catering to everyone's interests.

Care provided

Dementia
Residential
Respite

Facilities

Activity Room
Dining Area
Gardens
Hair & Beauty Salon
Own Furniture Allowed
Quiet Area
Wifi

Activities

Arts & Crafts
Baking & Cooking
Birthday & Holiday Celebrations
Book and Poetry
Dance & Music
Exercise & Fitness
Gardening & Flower Arranging
Hair & Beauty Treatments
Meditation & Yoga
Visits from Children

Food hygiene rating

Very good

Food Standards Agency · inspected March 2026

What's nearby

GP surgery300 m
A&E: Salisbury District Hospital8.6 miles
Bus stop150 m
Train station7.7 miles
Shops500 m
Pub or bar800 m
  • Set back from main road noise
  • Fire station about 300 m away

Straight-line distances. Road and rail noise from government strategic noise mapping (modelled, not measured). A&E departments from the NHS website. Locations © OpenStreetMap contributors.

What’s in the area

Outdoor Spaces

  • AllotmentsSparse
  • Play SpaceAdequate
  • Golf CourseLimited
  • Public ParkAdequate
  • Tennis CourtAdequate
  • Bowling GreenSparse
  • Playing FieldSparse

Local Amenities

  • Pubs & BarsSparse
  • Restaurants & CafesSparse
  • Retail ShoppingAdequate
  • SupermarketsAmple
  • TakeawaysAdequate

Local crime statistics

73 recorded crimes in the local area (April 2026)

Top categories:

Violent crime38%
Anti-social behaviour19%
Criminal damage & arson14%
Public order8%

Source: data.police.uk · within 1 mile

Fees and funding

Care typeWeekly feeSource
Residential carefrom £1,045
Published by the home, captured 2026
Published by the home, captured 2026
Dementia careFees on request—
Respite (short stay)Fees on request—
Funding accepted
Not stated

Fees depend on the room and the care needed, so ask the home for a written quote. Check who pays with the funding calculator, or see what Wiltshire council pays.

Care fee trajectory

Indicative weekly fee by year, against what Wiltshire pays care homes.
YearThis home (per week)Council rate (per week)
2024—£1,025
2025—£1,051
2026£1,045—

What Wiltshire council pays care homes, and whether it will help with fees

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Local health safety net

Buckland Court Care Home is backed by a local NHS health network. The nearest A&E is Salisbury District Hospital, 8.6 miles away. The local GP practice is ST MELOR HOUSE SURGERY, 0.2 miles away, rated ‘Good’ by the CQC.

Nearest hospital · A&E
Salisbury District Hospital · 8.6 mi
Nearest GP · CQC Good
ST MELOR HOUSE SURGERY · 0.2 mi

Nearest services from NHS ODS + postcodes.io + CQC, by straight-line distance.

Community & connection in Amesbury

Local clubs, charities and support groups that help older residents stay active and connected.

Charity

The Durrington and District Day Centre for the Elderly

Outings, theatre trips, shopping, holidays, friendship and company.Playing dominos, cards and knitting and reading. We also do jigsaws and quizzes and have entertainment.

2.2 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1033847)
Charity

Bourne Valley Good Neighbour Link Scheme

This charity consists of a team of local volunteers who offer help with transport and care for people in need. This may be transport for an appointment or shopping, help at home or just a friendly…

3.5 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1108029)
Charity

Bourne Valley Day Centre for the Elderly

Offers companionship, help & support to elderly residents of the Bourne Valley and other local areas as the trustees see fit who live alone or with relatives/carers in line with Social Services…

3.7 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1034491)
Charity

Netheravon Day Centre

The provision of Day Centre facilities for the benefit of the elderly and vulnerable adults of Netheravon and the surrounding villages.

5.0 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1019494)
Charity

Harnham Day Centre

We run a local day centre for older pensioners, some have disabilities. We open 2 days per week, 10.00am-3.00pm and aim to provide a cheerful and constructive day for members to meet, take part in…

6.0 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1036401)
Charity

Community Transport South Wiltshire

Provides and operates community transport for people with limited mobility (mainly the elderly and disabled), for the socially isolated, and local public bus services for environmental reasons…

6.8 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1056226)

Frequently asked questions

What is the location of Buckland Court?
Buckland Court can be found in Salisbury and is conveniently near to many local facilities.
How does the CQC evaluate Buckland Court?
The Care Quality Commission (CQC) is the body responsible for overseeing health and social care services in England. Buckland Court has been assessed as needing improvement, a rating determined by the standard of care and safety provided by the home.
What kinds of senior care does Buckland Court offer?
Buckland Court provides several types of senior care, including respite, dementia, and residential care.
What is the bed capacity of Buckland Court?
At present, Buckland Court can accommodate 50 residents.
Who is the proprietor of Buckland Court?
The Orders of St John Care Trust are the owners and managers of this care home.
What sort of events and activities can one participate in at this care home?
Buckland Court offers a wide range of health and wellness activities such as: Hair & Beauty Services, Music & Dance Sessions, and Arts & Crafts Projects.
How much does care at Buckland Court cost?
The cost of care at Buckland Court begins at £1,045 per week, but the final amount can differ based on the specific elderly care needs.

For a precise estimate, it's recommended to contact the home directly at 01522 302186 to discuss your individual requirements.

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Information last reviewed October 2026.

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