Park Lodge
Care home in Wigton, Cumberland
Operated by Cumberland Council
What do these badges mean?
- 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.
- Peaceful Neighbourhood — Among the lowest for recorded anti-social behaviour and public disorder of comparable areas (police-recorded crime).
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About
Park Lodge is a residential care home in Wigton, North West England, registered with the Care Quality Commission for 13 beds. The home is rated Good overall, with Good grades across all five key questions: Safe, Effective, Caring, Responsive and Well-led (CQC report 2019). It provides residential care for older people.
The home offers single rooms on ground and first floors, accessible by lift, with the majority featuring ensuite facilities. Residents may personalise their rooms with their own furniture and belongings, and telephone installation can be arranged where needed.
Food hygiene rating
Very good
Food Standards Agency · inspected June 2026
What's nearby
- Near a main road
- Fire station about 150 m away
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
- AllotmentsAdequate
- Play SpaceLimited
- Golf CourseLimited
- Public ParkLimited
- Tennis CourtSparse
- Bowling GreenAdequate
- Playing FieldSparse
Local Amenities
- Pubs & BarsLimited
- Restaurants & CafesLimited
- Retail ShoppingLimited
- SupermarketsLimited
- TakeawaysSparse
Local crime statistics
22 recorded crimes in the local area (July 2026)
Top categories:
Source: data.police.uk · within 1 mile
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 Cumberland council pays.
Care fee trajectory
| Year | Council rate (per week) |
|---|---|
| 2024 | £927 |
| 2025 | £990 |
What Cumberland council pays care homes, and whether it will help with fees
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Local health safety net
Park Lodge is backed by a local NHS health network. The nearest A&E is Cumberland Infirmary, 17.5 miles away. The local GP practice is ASPATRIA MEDICAL GROUP, 0.3 miles away, rated ‘Good’ by the CQC.
Nearest services from NHS ODS + postcodes.io + CQC, by straight-line distance.
Community & connection in Wigton
Local clubs, charities and support groups that help older residents stay active and connected.
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Part of Cumberland Council
Park Lodge is one of 11 homes run by Cumberland Council 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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