The Orders of St John Care Trust

Rodley House Care Home

Nursing home in Forest of Dean, Gloucestershire

Operated by The Orders of St John Care Trust

CQC Good43 bedsDementiaNursing
NeighbourhoodPeaceful Neighbourhood
What do these badges mean?
  • Peaceful Neighbourhood — Among the lowest for recorded anti-social behaviour and public disorder of comparable areas (police-recorded crime).
AddressHarrison Way, Lydney GL15 5BB, UK
Beds43
Weekly feefrom £1,160 · 2026
En-suite0%
Opened1968
All-inclusiveNo

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About

Rodley House Care Home is a 43-bed residential and nursing home in the Forest of Dean, Gloucestershire. Operated by The Orders of St John Care Trust, the home provides residential, nursing, respite and dementia care for older people. It was rated Good by the Care Quality Commission across all key areas: Safe, Effective, Caring, Responsive and Well-led.

Care provided

Dementia
Nursing
Residential
Respite

Facilities

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

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 February 2026

What's nearby

GP surgery500 m
Hospital15.7 miles
Bus stop150 m
Train station2.0 miles
Shops1.0 miles
Pub or bar800 m
  • Set back from main road noise
  • Fire station about 900 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 SpaceSparse
  • Golf CourseSparse
  • Public ParkSparse
  • Tennis CourtSparse
  • Bowling GreenSparse
  • Playing FieldSparse

Local Amenities

  • Pubs & BarsSparse
  • Restaurants & CafesAdequate
  • Retail ShoppingAdequate
  • SupermarketsSparse
  • TakeawaysAdequate

Local crime statistics

1 recorded crimes in the local area (March 2026)

Top categories:

Other theft100%

Source: data.police.uk · within 1 mile

Fees and funding

Care typeWeekly feeSource
Residential carefrom £1,160
Published by the home, captured 2026
Published by the home, captured 2026
Dementia careFees on request—
Nursing careFees on request—
Respite (short stay)Fees on request—
Funding accepted
Not stated

Gloucestershire usually pays £923 a week for residential care; families typically top up about £237 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 Gloucestershire council pays.

Care fee trajectory

Indicative weekly fee by year, against what Gloucestershire pays care homes.
YearThis home (per week)Council rate (per week)
2024—£887
2025—£923
2026£1,160—

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

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Local health safety net

Rodley House Care Home is backed by a local NHS health network. The nearest A&E is Gloucestershire Royal Hospital, 15.7 miles away. The local GP practice is SEVERNBANK SURGERY, 0.3 miles away, rated ‘Good’ by the CQC.

Nearest hospital · A&E
Gloucestershire Royal Hospital · 15.7 mi
Nearest GP · CQC Good
SEVERNBANK SURGERY · 0.3 mi

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

Community & connection in Forest of Dean

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

Charity

Mount of Olives, Coleford

Sunday and weeknight services for all ages. Little Angels for carers & children up to 5yr; Kids Church for primary school age during Sunday AM service; SLAM for children 4yrs to Year 6; Ignite…

2.6 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1050303)
Charity

Lydbrook Area Community Care Association

Activities and services for people in need and socially isolated within the Forest of Dean area.Services included, , Community Transport, Wellbeing and Benefits advice and information, Lunch…

2.7 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1082253)
Charity

Forest of Dean Crossroads Caring for Carers

Forest of Dean Crossroads provides respite breaks for Carers in the form of daycare services, social groups and community respite. We also work in partnership with Adult and Social Care…

2.8 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1086841)
Charity

Lydney Dial-a-ride and Community Transport

Community Transport - Dial-a-Ride service

5.2 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1005716)

Frequently asked questions

What is the location of Rodley House?
Rodley House can be found in Lydney, conveniently near to many local facilities.
How does the CQC evaluate Rodley House?
The Care Quality Commission (CQC) is the body responsible for overseeing health and social care services in England. Rodley House has received a good rating, reflecting the standard of care and safety provided by the home.
What kinds of senior care does Rodley House provide?
Rodley House offers a variety of senior care options, including nursing, respite, dementia, and residential care.
What is the total bed capacity of Rodley House?
At present, Rodley House can accommodate 43 individuals.
Who is the proprietor of Rodley House?
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?
Rodley House offers a diverse range of health and wellness activities such as: Mindfulness & Yoga, Culinary Activities, and Physical Fitness & Exercise.
How much does care at Rodley House cost?
The cost of care at different homes can fluctuate based on the specific elderly care needs. At Rodley House, care costs begin at £1,160 weekly.

For a more accurate estimate tailored to your individual requirements, it's recommended to contact the home directly at 01594 808816.

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Information last reviewed October 2026.

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