Buckler's Lodge Care Home, Crowthorne
CQC Inspection Breakdown
| Safe | Requires improvement |
| Effective | Good |
| Caring | Good |
| Responsive | Good |
| Well-led | Requires improvement |
About Buckler's Lodge Care Home
Date of Assessment: 9 and 11 June 2025.The service is a care home without nursing providing support to older people, people with dementia, physical disabilities and sensory impairments. This assessment took place due to concerns received about people’s safety, management of medicine, care and risks, and governance oversight at the service.
What residents and families say
People told us they did not feel they experienced any discrimination or inequalities while staying at the service.
People felt they could speak to staff and management team but not everyone has met or knew who the registered manager was.
“I was upset at the beginning, but [staff] were kind and tried to find out what was wrong. It’s just all the change”
Source: CQC inspection report
Specialisms
About Buckler's Lodge Care Home
For families seeking quality care in Crowthorne, Bracknell Forest, Buckler's Lodge Care Home is a registered residential care home with a commitment to resident wellbeing. The home is operated by Greensleeves Homes Trust and can accommodate up to 80 residents. Following their most recent inspection on 09/09/2025, the Care Quality Commission rated Buckler's Lodge Care Home as Requires improvement. Across the five inspection categories, the home scored Good for Effective, Caring, Responsive; Requires Improvement for Safe and Well-led. The home caters to a range of care needs, including sensory impairments, dementia, caring for adults over 65 yrs and physical disabilities. The service supports dementia, older people, physical disability, sensory impairment. The RG45 postcode area has 16 registered care homes with a combined 335 beds — so there are options to compare in the local area.
Finding the right care home is a deeply personal decision, and we hope this information helps you and your family feel more confident as you explore your options. Every person deserves care that respects their individuality, and the right home will feel welcoming from the moment you walk through the door.
Buckler's Lodge Care Home is one of the care homes in Bracknell Forest — a local authority with 17 CQC-registered homes, 10 of which are rated Good or Outstanding.
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Further Reading & Official Sources
- Official CQC inspection report for Buckler's Lodge Care Home
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- NHS care home finder near RG45 6HZ
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What to Expect When Visiting
When visiting a residential care home, pay attention to the atmosphere as much as the facilities. The best homes feel warm, unhurried, and genuinely caring — like a place where your loved one could feel at home.
- Try to visit at different times of day, including mealtimes, to see the home in action.
- Speak with staff and, if possible, current residents or their families about their experience.
- Ask how the home supports residents who may need nursing care in the future.
- Look at the communal spaces — do they feel welcoming, clean, and well-used?
- Check whether outside spaces are secure and whether activities are tailored for people with dementia.
- Assess the accessibility of corridors, bathrooms, and outdoor areas for wheelchair users.
Questions to Ask When Visiting
It can be hard to know what to ask during a care home visit. Here are some questions tailored to Buckler's Lodge Care Home's type of care that may help guide your conversation:
- 1 What happens if a resident's care needs increase beyond what you can provide?
- 2 How do you support residents to stay active and connected to their community?
- 3 Can residents personalise their rooms with their own furniture and belongings?
- 4 What does a typical day look like for someone living here?
For a more complete checklist, see our guide to choosing a care home.
Official CQC Inspection Report
The Care Quality Commission last inspected Buckler's Lodge Care Home on 09/09/2025 and rated it Requires improvement. The full report includes detailed findings on safety, staffing, and quality of care.
Read the full CQC reportWhat families typically look for
- - How friendly and attentive the care staff are day-to-day
- - What activities and social events are available for residents
- - How the home handles changing care needs over time
- - Specialist dementia training and secure outdoor spaces
These reflect common priorities we see from families researching care homes. For personalised advice, we recommend visiting in person and speaking to current families.
Frequently Asked Questions
What happens if a resident's care needs increase beyond what you can provide?
CQC rated Buckler's Lodge Care Home as Good for Responsive care on 09/09/2025, which includes how the home adapts to residents' changing needs. Ask what the home's protocol is when a resident needs a higher level of nursing care — whether they support a managed transition or have partnerships with local nursing homes.
How do you support residents to stay active and connected to their community?
CQC rated Buckler's Lodge Care Home as Good for Caring on 09/09/2025. This domain covers how staff support residents' emotional wellbeing, social connection, and sense of purpose. During your visit, ask to see the activities timetable and speak with current residents or their families about daily life.
Can residents personalise their rooms with their own furniture and belongings?
Most residential care homes encourage residents to bring personal furniture and belongings to make their room feel like home. When visiting Buckler's Lodge Care Home, ask about room sizes, any restrictions on furniture, and whether residents can hang pictures and decorate their space as they wish. A personalised room can make a significant difference to a resident's sense of comfort and identity.
What does a typical day look like for someone living here?
With 80 residents and care tailored to sensory impairments, daily routines at Buckler's Lodge Care Home will be shaped around individual needs. During your visit, observe the lunchtime atmosphere, ask about morning routines and whether residents have flexibility around wake-up times and meal choices, and check what a typical afternoon looks like.
What is the CQC rating for Buckler's Lodge Care Home?
Buckler's Lodge Care Home in Crowthorne is rated Requires improvement by the Care Quality Commission. The most recent inspection was on 09/09/2025. The home has 80 beds.
How many beds does Buckler's Lodge Care Home have?
Buckler's Lodge Care Home has 80 beds and operates as a residential care home in Crowthorne.
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