Castleford Lodge
Care home in Chepstow, Gloucestershire
Operated by Milkwood Care
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- High Retirement Community — An above-average share of residents are aged 65 and over (ONS Census) — often a sign of established later-life communities and services.
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About
Castleford Lodge is a small residential care home in Chepstow, Gloucestershire, providing care for nine residents. The home is registered with the Care Quality Commission and was rated Good across all key areas — Safe, Effective, Caring, Responsive and Well-led — in its 2017 report.
What's nearby
- Set back from main road noise
Straight-line distances. Road and rail noise from government strategic noise mapping (modelled, not measured). Locations © OpenStreetMap contributors.
What’s in the area
Outdoor Spaces
- AllotmentsSparse
- Play SpaceAdequate
- Golf CourseLimited
- Public ParkPlentiful
- Tennis CourtAmple
- Bowling GreenSparse
- Playing FieldAdequate
Local Amenities
- Pubs & BarsAmple
- Restaurants & CafesAdequate
- Retail ShoppingAdequate
- SupermarketsAdequate
- TakeawaysSparse
Local crime statistics
147 recorded crimes in the local area (August 2026)
Top categories:
Source: data.police.uk · within 1 mile
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Fees and funding
| Care type | Weekly fee | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Residential care | 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 Gloucestershire council pays.
Care fee trajectory
| Year | Council rate (per week) |
|---|---|
| 2024 | £887 |
| 2025 | £923 |
What Gloucestershire council pays care homes, and whether it will help with fees
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Local health safety net
Castleford Lodge is backed by a local NHS health network. The nearest A&E is Southmead Hospital, 11.1 miles away. The local GP practice is VAUXHALL SURGERY, 0.8 miles away.
Nearest services from NHS ODS + postcodes.io, by straight-line distance.
Community & connection in Chepstow
Local clubs, charities and support groups that help older residents stay active and connected.
The Palmer Centre
The Palmer Centre provides a Dementia Friendly Cafe service that is open to all from 8.30 a.m. to 2.00 p.m., Monday to Saturday, every week, well-being and other recreational activities for older…
Age UK South Gloucestershire Ltd
Information and Advice (including specialist benefits advice and advice for people affected by dementia), Befriending, Day Care Services and a variety of volunteering opportunities.
Part of Milkwood Care
Castleford Lodge is one of 8 homes run by Milkwood Care on AskBart. See how the group's homes are rated and where it operates.
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Information last reviewed October 2026.
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