Coate Water Care

Ashbury Lodge Care Home

Operated by Coate Water Care

CQC good44 bedsDementiaResidential
NeighbourhoodGreen SurroundingsWell Served
What do these badges mean?
  • Green SurroundingsExcellent access to parks, playing fields and other green space nearby (OpenStreetMap).
  • Well ServedExcellent everyday amenities nearby — shops, supermarkets, cafés and places to eat (OpenStreetMap).
Address261 Marlborough Rd, Swindon, SN3 1NW
Beds44
Weekly feefrom £1,350 · 2026
En-suite80%
Opened1987
All-inclusiveNo

About

Nestled on the serene fringes of Swindon and adjacent to the stunning Coate Water Country Park, you'll find Ashbury Lodge. This Wiltshire care home is a haven for 42 residents, offering a range of services including residential care, day care, and respite care. It also provides round-the-clock care for individuals living with dementia.

Housed in a charming red brick building, Ashbury Lodge tailors its accommodation to match the independence and mobility of each resident. Those with more advanced stages of dementia are comfortably accommodated on the first floor.

At Ashbury Lodge, residents are not just cared for, they are encouraged to live life to the fullest. A variety of daily activities are designed to enhance their quality of life. These include leisurely walks in the sensory gardens or by the lake, baking classes, and even delightful day trips to the seaside.

Care provided

Dementia
Residential
Respite

Facilities

Activity Room
Dining Area
Gardens
Own Furniture Allowed
Quiet Area
Wifi

Activities

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

Nearby amenities

Bus stop0.01 mi
Train station2.9 mi
GP surgery0.5 mi
Hospital27.3 mi
Local pub0.1 mi
Shops0.4 mi

What's in the area

Outdoor Spaces

  • AllotmentsPlentiful
  • Play SpaceAdequate
  • Golf CourseAdequate
  • Public ParkSparse
  • Tennis CourtSparse
  • Bowling GreenSparse
  • Playing FieldAmple

Local Amenities

  • Pubs & BarsAmple
  • Restaurants & CafesAdequate
  • Retail ShoppingSparse
  • SupermarketsSparse
  • TakeawaysAdequate

Local crime statistics

724 recorded crimes in the local area (April 2026)

Top categories:

violent crime33%
Anti-social behaviour19%
Shoplifting11%
Public order9%

Source: data.police.uk · within 1 mile

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Ashbury Lodge Care Home
Ashbury Lodge Care Home

Care fee trajectory

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Local health safety net

Ashbury Lodge Care Home is backed by a local NHS health network. The nearest A&E is John Radcliffe Hospital, 27.3 miles away. The local GP practice is THE LAWN MEDICAL CENTRE, 0.5 miles away, rated ‘Good’ by the CQC.

Nearest hospital · A&E
John Radcliffe Hospital · 27.3 mi
Nearest GP · CQC Good
THE LAWN MEDICAL CENTRE · 0.5 mi

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

Frequently asked questions

What is the location of Ashbury Lodge?
Ashbury Lodge is positioned in Swindon and is conveniently near to many local facilities.
How does the CQC evaluate Ashbury Lodge?
The Care Quality Commission (CQC) is the body responsible for overseeing health and social care services in England. Ashbury Lodge has received a **good** rating, reflecting the standard of care and safety provided at the facility.
What kinds of senior care does Ashbury Lodge provide?
Ashbury Lodge offers various forms of senior care including respite, dementia, and residential care.
What is the total bed capacity of Ashbury Lodge?
At present, Ashbury Lodge can accommodate 44 residents.
Who is the proprietor of Ashbury Lodge?
Coate Water Care is the owner and manager of this care home.
What sort of events and activities can one expect at this care home?
Ashbury Lodge offers a diverse range of health and wellness activities such as: Celebrations for Birthdays & Holidays, Fitness & Exercise sessions, and Book and Poetry readings.
How much does care at Ashbury Lodge cost?
The cost of care at Ashbury Lodge begins at £1,350 per week, but the final amount can differ based on the specific elderly care needs.

For a precise quote tailored to your individual requirements, please contact the home directly at 01793 540438.

Information last reviewed September 2026.

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