Barchester Healthcare
Cepen Lodge Care Home
Residential care home in Chippenham, Wiltshire
Operated by Barchester Healthcare
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About
Cepen Lodge Care Home is a 63-bed residential care home operated by Barchester Healthcare in Chippenham, Wiltshire. The home provides residential care, dementia care, and respite services for older adults. It is located north of Chippenham town centre, surrounded by open green spaces near the golf club.
Cepen Lodge was rated Good by the Care Quality Commission in 2023, achieving Good grades across all five key questions: Safe, Effective, Caring, Responsive, and Well-led.
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What's nearby
- Near a main road
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
- AllotmentsAdequate
- Play SpaceSparse
- Golf CourseSparse
- Public ParkAdequate
- Tennis CourtAmple
- Bowling GreenAdequate
- Playing FieldAdequate
Local Amenities
- Pubs & BarsSparse
- Restaurants & CafesSparse
- Retail ShoppingLimited
- SupermarketsAdequate
- TakeawaysSparse
Local crime statistics
210 recorded crimes in the local area (July 2026)
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Source: data.police.uk · within 1 mile
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Fees and funding
| Care type | Weekly fee | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Residential care | from £1,205 Published by the home, captured 2026 | Published by the home, captured 2026 |
| Dementia care | Fees on request | — |
| Respite (short stay) | Fees on request | — |
- Funding accepted
- Not stated
Wiltshire usually pays £1,051 a week for residential care; families typically top up about £154 a week.
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
| Year | This home (per week) | Council rate (per week) |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | — | £1,025 |
| 2025 | — | £1,051 |
| 2026 | £1,205 | — |
What Wiltshire council pays care homes, and whether it will help with fees
Weighing up the options? Compare a care home with care at home, or check who pays with the means-test calculator.
Local health safety net
Cepen Lodge Care Home is backed by a local NHS health network. The nearest A&E is Royal United Hospitals, Bath, 12.7 miles away. The local GP practice is HATHAWAY SURGERY, 0.9 miles away.
Nearest services from NHS ODS + postcodes.io + CQC, by straight-line distance.
Community & connection in Chippenham
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Frequently asked questions
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How much does care at Cepen Lodge cost?
For a more accurate estimate, it's recommended to contact the home directly at 01429 802907 to discuss your individual requirements.
Part of Barchester Healthcare
Cepen Lodge Care Home is one of 242 homes run by Barchester Healthcare 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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