Reviews for Lydfords Care Home

"My dad had some respite care here for about 2 weeks after being in hospital. From the moment I phoned to enquire about space I was impressed with them, I was invited in for a look around and instantly knew it was perfect for our needs. All the staff were helpful, polite, warm, caring and friendly. The facilities are amazing, it's just like being in a posh hotel!! I joined dad for lunch one day and the food was excellent. All dads friends that came to visit him were very impressed. We would highly recommend Lydfords to anyone. Thank you, guys."

Claire G
carehome.co.uk rating: 5.00 out of 5

"I spent two weeks here for post-operative care. I was delighted by the welcoming nature of the home and the friendliness of the staff who were constantly on hand to help all residents with their issues. The setting is beautiful, in the heart of the country with an excellent village pub. For those who are interested, there is a developed programme of activities. The menus are well varied and the food delicious. Total satisfaction."

D M
carehome.co.uk rating: 5.00 out of 5

"Lydfords has felt like an answer to a prayer. We have been looking for several years for a care home for our 90-year-old mum's increasing care needs and have been blown away by what Lydfords provides for her. It is small enough to feel a real community and all the staff have a genuine love of their work and are full of kindness and respect towards the residents. The administrator and chefs also couldn't be more helpful with settling in and also the garden overlooking the South Downs is a perfect setting."

Elizabeth M
carehome.co.uk rating: 5.00 out of 5

"My friend is currently staying for respite care and couldn't ask for better."

A N
carehome.co.uk rating: 5.00 out of 5

"I think the service and staff are fantastic. If this carries on there will be no complaints from me, well done. We are kept informed on a regular basis on how Mum is getting on at the home which is fantastic, when something happens we are told and action have then taken place to make sure the problem does not recur. The food and service seem to be spot on and the staff have gone out of their way to make Mum feel welcome."

N G
carehome.co.uk rating: 4.83 out of 5

"Exceptional service, staff very professional but warm and friendly. Catering is spot on very wide and varied menu choices and quality dishes. The accommodation itself is stunning and extremely well presented. Mum enjoyed her time there and is booked in for March this year."

David E
carehome.co.uk rating: 4.92 out of 5

"If only it were possible to leave more than a five-star rating for Barchester Lydfords Care Home. I cannot recommend this beautiful care home enough. My adored mum needed respite for the first time ever and at 97 years old this was a daunting task for her family. Lydfords have a new manager who came to our home to meet both Mum and me and spent a considerable amount of time explaining how they would look after Mum and reassuring me that they would take the best care of her. This high level of care continued throughout her stay. By week two, Mum told me she didn't want to go home and the team had renamed Mum because she was always smiling. Every single member of the team is utterly amazing and probably not enough space here to mention everyone by name but thank you all so much, especially one member of staff who was always a secret favourite. We will be returning to Lydfords in November and look forward to seeing you all then."

Helen I
carehome.co.uk rating: 5.00 out of 5

"After three weeks in hospital with cartilage problems, I needed somewhere to regain my strength and mobility before going home and was so pleased with my choice of Barchester Lydfords. The staff in this first-class establishment were professional, very caring and friendly, with nothing being too much trouble, and the comfort of knowing that carers were on hand throughout the night was very reassuring, for someone initially unsteady on their feet. The chefs took great care in the choice of food, and special requests were always met - especially 'full English' on the last morning! Moreover, I had relatives join me for Sunday lunch, which was a typical roast - perfect. Thanks, guys and gals, for nursing me back to health so that I could begin to manage at home."

Garth H
carehome.co.uk rating: 4.58 out of 5

"A truly first-class and friendly care home with wonderful staff. Dad stayed at Lydfords for five weeks of respite care following a short hospital stay, and as a family, we couldn't have wished for better. The manager and his team are so attentive, caring and professional. And they do so with a great sense of humour and certainly know how to make their residents feel at home. They also made me and my wife extremely welcome, and Sunday lunch with Dad was first-class. I would highly recommend Lydfords. Thank you to all the wonderful staff at Lydfords."

Karl T
carehome.co.uk rating: 5.00 out of 5

"I came here for post-operative care which was perfect. I was very comfortable and well looked after. The staff were all very pleasant and helpful but professional. The food is excellent too! I would highly recommend it."

A S
carehome.co.uk rating: 5.00 out of 5

"I stayed at Lydfords after being in hospital for 2 weeks, to regain my strength and mobility so I could return home safely. The place was amazing, such friendly and caring staff, they looked after me so well. The chef was excellent, I needed a low-fat diet and he spoke to me every day and worked out special meals for me, which were amazing. 5-star treatment all round. Would highly recommend."

J A
carehome.co.uk rating: 5.00 out of 5

"I've just had 10 days of respite care at Lydfords. I thoroughly enjoyed my stay and being pampered by the excellent staff and manager. One complaint - the bedside lighting was totally inadequate for reading. I look forward to returning for a further respite stay."

S F
carehome.co.uk rating: 5.00 out of 5

"My husband went into Lydfords for respite care whilst I was in hospital. It's an extremely nice care home. All the staff are friendly and caring nothing is too much trouble. I joined my husband for dinner one evening, they went to so much trouble, the table was beautifully laid and the food was excellent. A very good place."

B D
carehome.co.uk rating: 4.75 out of 5

"My mother has just returned from 10 days of respite care at Lydfords and has nothing but praise for the staff and excellent facilities. She really enjoyed the change of scene and the general pampering and good food. The home has recently undergone a total refurbishment and is very smart and stylish. The rooms are sunny and welcoming and it feels more like a hotel than a traditional care home. It is a relief for me to know that she will be secure and happy to return there for any future respite stays."

Alison F
carehome.co.uk rating: 5.00 out of 5

"Mum has been a resident for just under 6 months at Lydfords. Right from the first day, the staff have been wonderfully supportive not only to her but to my sister and me. They made the transformation from home to there so much easier for us all. The home itself is of a 5* hotel standard and nothing is too much trouble. All the staff are encouraged to interact with residents and the atmosphere is like one big happy family. If you are searching for the right place of care for a family member I recommend you take a look and meet everyone and I am quite sure you will want them to become a part of the Lydford family."

Lesley C
carehome.co.uk rating: 4.92 out of 5

"My wife was extremely well cared for during her stay at Lydfords. I could not have asked for more. Sadly and unexpectedly she suffered a massive stroke on 22/12/21 and the staff did everything they could, she died later the same day in hospital. Since that time I have been afforded every courtesy by all concerned."

M S
carehome.co.uk rating: 5.00 out of 5

"All the staff from the manager onwards were very pleasant and helpful. The room was good and well cleaned. A few faults with the ensuite, no handrails to the shower and lack of shelving or basket. No alarm to the shower and no heating in the ensuite. All was kept spotless by the staff. Food was adequate but not to the standard described in the brochure."

P W
carehome.co.uk rating: 4.17 out of 5

"The company was friendly. The staff and chef excellent. Furniture and equipment were of a high standard. This was a respite visit and I was very sad that I couldn't afford to stay there."

E W
carehome.co.uk rating: 5.00 out of 5

"We were made very welcome. Staff were all extremely helpful, caring and considerate. The pavilion was a special treat and coffee/tea-making facilities, fantastic, when they worked as was the machine in the small lounge. We felt that night staff were overstretched at times, especially when trying to cope with getting physically handicapped to bed. Meals were beautifully presented, varied and delicious with good choices. A tastefully decorated home in delightful surroundings."

Lucia S
carehome.co.uk rating: 4.75 out of 5

"I have enjoyed two weeks of very comfortable respite care at Lydfords Care Home. The staff, without exception, are wonderful and will help and assist with whatever is requested. They always have a smile and a greeting. The quality, presentation and service at every meal has been an enjoyable experience on every occasion."

R W
carehome.co.uk rating: 4.92 out of 5

"Living at Lydfords has been the making of my dad. His personality and sociable characteristics have returned, and he has combatted his loneliness. The staff are amazing and can never do enough for him, but they also promote his independence and ensure that he is retaining his mobility, which has been a problem for him. This home is kept beautifully, and I couldn’t have placed him better. Amazing place, with amazing food and amazing people. Thank you so much. Dad tells me regularly - “I love it here; there’s always something to do and people to talk to”."

Lynda G
carehome.co.uk rating: 5.00 out of 5

"I was so pleased to find Lydfords for my mother in her last few weeks. A superb care home which was excellent in all departments. Dignity and respect were the main impressions, and that was such a relief for me and my family. The management and whole ethos of the care home astounded and delighted all Mum's visitors. What a fabulous place!"

Sara M
carehome.co.uk rating: 5.00 out of 5

"I had a week recuperating after a full knee replacement and had excellent care from every member of staff - they couldn't have been kinder or more thoughtful and helped me to become more mobile."

Josephine M
carehome.co.uk rating: 4.42 out of 5

"Dad came into Barchester Lydfords Care Home for respite care after a small operation. He has not only left as his care was excellent and Dad was very settled here. The staff and carers are all so caring and know what Dad likes and dislikes. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend Barchester Lydfords to anyone who has to make the heartbreaking decision to move a relative into full-time care. The Lydfords team are amazing and we can't thank them enough."

D S
carehome.co.uk rating: 5.00 out of 5

"I was welcomed in the most warm and friendly fashion by each member of staff from my first moment of my stay at Barchester Lydfords Care Home and known, at my request, by my first name. My room was comfortable and well-furnished and one can live a very independent life with great meals! I feel very fortunate that Lydfords was near us and available."

Maureen R
carehome.co.uk rating: 4.75 out of 5

"Barchester Lydfords has been a wonderful home for our Dad for nearly 18 months now. The staff are so caring and it’s a very safe home for Dad which is so important with his Dementia. The food is excellent and the rooms are kept very clean. There are lots of activities to join in if you want to and a lovely garden which Dad likes to walk around weather permitting! We are so lucky to of found Lydfords. Thank you."

T B
carehome.co.uk rating: 5.00 out of 5

"Mum's move to Lydfords was initially for respite care for a fall and a bad experience in hospital - she had shockingly aged 10 years in 10 days - and then her house flooded! It was such a stressful time but the staff at Lydfords were so kind and supportive as we worked it through. We thought Mum might want to return to independent living but she has chosen to stay having become very fond of all the staff and established friendships with other residents. Having lived alone for years, we think she's enjoying having company and activity, feeling part of the village, and being served good food! We appreciate the relaxed, good-natured atmosphere when we visit but know it ramps up very professionally when Mum is poorly. It's particularly great that Mum is encouraged to continue to be as active and independent as she always wants to be but clearly feels able to ask for help when she wants/needs it. We are so very grateful to all at Lydfords who helped turn a disaster into a blessing!"

Sue B
carehome.co.uk rating: 4.67 out of 5

"Mum has been at Barchester Lydfords Care Home since November and loves it. She has a beautiful room and ensuite. The staff are extremely helpful and friendly and take great care of Mum. Mum has no worries and loves taking part in the activities. The food is fantastic and Mum loves going into the dining room. It's like a five-star hotel."

Sally W
carehome.co.uk rating: 5.00 out of 5

"Lydfords Care Home is without question a five-star home the level of care they provide and the lengths they go to for the welfare of their residents are exemplary. As part of this, they have taken on an additional activity coordinator to increase the range of options available. Having been a Lydford resident for nearly two years, her reaction to returning after a short stay in hospital was that it was 'good to be home', the ultimate accolade for the whole Lydford team."

J P
carehome.co.uk rating: 5.00 out of 5

"I have lived with my daughter and son-in-law for the past year but as they were holidaying in the south of France, they booked me into Barchester Lydfords Care Home for the three weeks that they were out of the country. I found the service and providing of the care home to be very good with most helpful staff. I am approaching my 90th birthday next month."

Derek S
carehome.co.uk rating: 5.00 out of 5

"I have just enjoyed a week of respite care. It was everything I would have wished for. A lovely welcome as I arrived and from thereon just perfect in every way."

Ann
carehome.co.uk rating: 5.00 out of 5

"My father arrived at Barchester Lydfords Care Home in May 2024. On arrival, the staff were welcoming and encouraging but never pushy. As his health declined, the staff couldn't have been more caring. They were also very supportive to me and my family during our emotional journey. Their communication was excellent every step of the way. His end-of-life care was exceptional. I was able to observe staff with other residents. They were all treated as individuals with respect and dignity, nothing is too much trouble. I could not recommend Lydfords more highly."

Mandy B
carehome.co.uk rating: 5.00 out of 5

"My mother has been in Barchester Lydfords Care Home since November, she went for four weeks but has now decided to stay and not go home. The staff are great and look after my mother very well, they care for her and look after her very well. Mother goes to a number of the activities and they have something on every day, she loves her breakfast in bed every day. The food is great and she often refers it to be like a five-star hotel. All the staff are very polite and helpful and my mother loves staying there."

Stuart B
carehome.co.uk rating: 5.00 out of 5

"I have both elderly parents residing in the home, both needing a lot of care. I cannot praise the staff enough for their care. Dad is very shaky on his feet now and is unstable, his needs have increased but the staff have really helped with their kindness and support. Walking was his job, although virtually blind and it is a huge disappointment for him now he needs a wheelchair. Mum has help eating her food assisted by the cheerful, patient staff. I am pleased I am kept up to date with any concerns from the nursing side."

Janet H
carehome.co.uk rating: 4.17 out of 5

"My mother is so fortunate to be living at Lydfords. We have been very impressed with the kindness, compassion and skill which all the staff display. The manager and her deputy are always available to talk through any questions. The care staff are very well trained in all aspects of the care they provide. The home is well provided with lounges, an activity room and was are always welcoming whatever time we drop in. The food is delicious with plenty of choice and relatives can dine with residents if they wish."

Judy A
carehome.co.uk rating: 5.00 out of 5

"I was very pleased with the care by husband got while having three weeks in respite. It started with the manager who came to see and chat about my husband's needs/ likes before he went there. He has speech problems and all staff were patient and took time with him to understand what he wanted, they were all smiling and introduced themselves to him, was as close as they could get to being at home."

Jean R
carehome.co.uk rating: 4.42 out of 5

"The staff and personnel at Lydfords are outstanding in their care. Commitment and professionalism. My mum was in very safe hands and she was happy there. There is no greater praise than that. Thank you all for your love and humanity."

John B
carehome.co.uk rating: 4.33 out of 5

"My father was transferred to Lydfords after a terrible stay in a hospital. The staff at Lydfords were excellent. The care given was first class, the medications were quickly understood and for the first time in about 8 weeks, my Father had proper medications. My father was dressed in his pyjamas, clean shaven and clean. Although he was unconscious most of the time - sadly he passed away after a short stay - he was given dignity, privacy and compassion. I can thoroughly recommend Lydfords, from the compassionate manager right through to the not-seen staff (domestics/kitchens/caretaking). Thank you Lydfords for making my father's last few days so much better."

James P
carehome.co.uk rating: 5.00 out of 5

"My mother in law has enjoyed her stay with Lydfords in East Hoathly. She has commented positively on the care she has received and has been particularly vocal about the quality of the food she has enjoyed during her stay. From our perspective, we have been very impressed with the manager and her team. She has always been willing to respond quickly to our enquiries and requests and has done everything possible to make my mother in law's stay as comfortable as possible. Thank you to everyone at Lydfords who has shown such kindness!"

Richard E M
carehome.co.uk rating: 4.58 out of 5

"I was recommended to Lydfords by a close friend who had also experienced the home and have been impressed from the outset. From the initial call to find out more about the home, the manager showed that she clearly understood the nature of my relative's illness and the type of symptoms that her staff would be able to help with. Settling into the home seemed to take no time at all and the facilities and staff have been excellent. The communication with the family has been first class and the level of care and commitment from the staff has been reassuring. There is encouragement to join in with other residents and activities. Visitors are made to feel welcome at any time of the day. The level of care and compassion shown by Lydfords' team has brought some very welcome dignity to our relative during a difficult illness and has enabled the family to feel supported too. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend Lydfords to other families."

Alison S
carehome.co.uk rating: 5.00 out of 5

"I was asked to view Lydfords Care Home on behalf of my friends, an elderly couple who wanted to be together. I immediately felt welcomed and the room was lovely. The management is excellent and leads by example. Professional, experienced and excellent and caring. My friends are so happy and the level of care has been outstanding. I would be very happy to be cared for there when I need to go into a care home. There are no words to say how good the care is, apart from EXCEPTIONAL!"

Tanya R
carehome.co.uk rating: 5.00 out of 5

"Our uncle has spent his last few weeks at Lydfords, he has been so well looked after. We were always informed on any change in his status, and kept well informed of everything. Thank you so much for all you did for him, not always the most grateful man, but we truly are."

Joan S
carehome.co.uk rating: 4.92 out of 5

"The management was excellent, any issues large or small being dealt with promptly and efficiently. The care of the resident was paramount. The staff were kind, caring and respectful and the nursing was efficient. I cannot comment on the activities as my mother preferred to remain in her room rather than join the other residents in the lounge. Overall I would be happy, should the need arise in the future, to leave my mother in the care of Lydfords."

Christine R
carehome.co.uk rating: 3.83 out of 5

"Had very few problems when my mother was a resident for nearly nine years. Always felt the care was very loving. Now I am a volunteer and have been doing so for nearly seven years. Things are never perfect but there is a warmth in this home and I have recommended it to other people. Sometimes I feel that some of the youngsters aren't strong as team players, which is essential in this environment."

Janis H
carehome.co.uk rating: 3.64 out of 5

"My dear mother spent her last five weeks at Lydfords Care Home. I cannot fault the care she received. All of the staff were not only extremely professional but also compassionate and caring. My stepfather spent a great deal of time with my mother and the staff also looked after him although he was not a resident. I would particularly like to thank the Manager and Deputy Manager who went out of their way to ensure that I was fully informed at all times. The care and support which my mother received helped all of her family through a very difficult time."

Neil B
carehome.co.uk rating: 5.00 out of 5

"Mum was at Lydfords for 3+ years and during the whole time she was there she was well looked after by extremely caring staff. Sadly mum had Parkinson's Disease with Dementia but at all times she was treated with the utmost respect and dignity. As mum's conditions deteriorated, and needs increased, it gave us great comfort that mum was able to remain at Lydfords to be able to remain in familiar surroundings with very caring people to look after her. Whilst from the outside the front of the building may not look the best, it is what happens inside that counts - in this respect the level of friendly care provided is second to none. I have the utmost respect for all staff at Lydfords."

Ian S
carehome.co.uk rating: 4.75 out of 5

"My mother has been at Lydfords for 3 years and is very happy there. She loves her room the view to the garden, the food but most of all the fantastic care she receives from all the staff. As a family we are relieved and happy that she is getting all the care she needs. It makes it easier for us knowing we do not have to worry. We are kept informed all the time if she is poorly and we can't visit. I have no hesitation in recommending Lydfords to anyone's parents or relatives needing care."

Net
carehome.co.uk rating: 5.00 out of 5

"My husband and I have always found the staff very caring towards our mother. They are very good at keeping the family informed of any problems and liaise closely with local services who provide a continuity of care. As we all work full time we feel lucky to find such a place so close to us and our mothers home. Unfortunately as a family we were unable to offer our mother the level of care she needed however Lydfords have given her this support and have adapted this to her deteriorating condition. Thank you"

Angela S
carehome.co.uk rating: 4.58 out of 5

"The most outstanding aspect of Lydfords is the staff. The manager is lovely and has been really helpful in the two years my mother has been there. Her senior nursing staff are totally focused on the residents care and give the impression that they would never give up trying to do the best for them. Although there is a regular turn over of care assistants, I haven't met one yet who I wouldn't trust to treat my mother kindly. With respect, I am often amazed at how cheerful they are, even when dealing with the unpleasant bits of the job. I would also like to point out that Lydfords has wonderful gardens , but it's the people working there that have convinced me that my mother couldn't be in better hands."

Bob T
carehome.co.uk rating: 4.58 out of 5

"My mother has dementia with Lewy bodies, manifesting primarily as confusion, memory loss and mobility issues - despite this she remains very independent. Staff respect this and have gently adjusted and increased the level of support and care she needs as her condition has progressed. I have a disabled daughter, so have additional commitments in my home life that can sometimes prevent me making my weekly stop see Mum. However, when this happens I can relax in the knowledge that Mum is safe and well looked after. In my experience, staff have always contacted me if there is an issue with Mum, whether it is to advise me of her condition or to seek my advice. I find all the staff - reception staff, cleaners, catering staff, carers, nursing staff and the manager, to be very helpful, approachable and, above all, kind. In my experience, they treat the people in their care with dignity and respect. There is a happy atmosphere and the staff acknowledge the residents and engage them in conversation. I find Lydfords and its staff welcoming, inclusive and caring - which is what I want for my Mum."

Tracy
carehome.co.uk rating: 4.83 out of 5