St Denis Lodge Residential Home
Care home in Shaftesbury, Dorset
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.
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About
St Denis Lodge Residential Home occupies a Georgian manor house in Shaftesbury, a town in Dorset, South West England. It provides residential care for people who need extra support, as well as for those who would prefer to live somewhere secure and comfortable. Care is tailored to each resident's individual needs, and qualified staff work alongside residents and their families.
Residents are encouraged to remain as independent as they are able, both within the home and in the wider community, through planned and informal outings into the town and beyond. The home also offers respite rooms for short stays. It has 21 registered beds and is rated Good by the Care Quality Commission, with Good grades for each of the five key questions: Safe, Effective, Caring, Responsive and Well-led.
What's nearby
- Near a main road
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 SpaceAdequate
- Golf CourseLimited
- Public ParkSparse
- Tennis CourtAmple
- Bowling GreenSparse
- Playing FieldSparse
Local Amenities
- Pubs & BarsSparse
- Restaurants & CafesSparse
- Retail ShoppingSparse
- SupermarketsSparse
- TakeawaysSparse
Local crime statistics
85 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 Dorset council pays.
Care fee trajectory
| Year | Council rate (per week) |
|---|---|
| 2024 | £1,126 |
| 2025 | £1,156 |
What Dorset council pays care homes, and whether it will help with fees
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Local health safety net
St Denis Lodge Residential Home is backed by a local NHS health network. The nearest A&E is Salisbury District Hospital, 17.3 miles away. The local GP practice is GILLINGHAM MEDICAL PRACTICE, 4.5 miles away, rated ‘Good’ by the CQC.
Nearest services from NHS ODS + postcodes.io + CQC, by straight-line distance.
Community & connection in Shaftesbury
Local clubs, charities and support groups that help older residents stay active and connected.
Age Concern Sturminster Newton and North Dorset
Derived from a charity founded in 1938, Age Concern Sturminster Newton and North Dorset has operated since 1991, becoming a CIO (1162034) in June 2015.It aims to promote the well-being of all…
Mere and District Day Centre
The Mere and District Day Centre is an independent charity which provides a safe and caring place for older people to meet on Mondays and Fridays throughout the year. They enjoy a range of…
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Information last reviewed October 2026.
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