Larks Leas
Residential care home · Blandford Forum
Milldown Road, Blandford Forum, DT11 7DE
Run by Royal Bay Care Homes Ltd
- GoodCQC · Oct 2026
- 8.0Our score
- Beds24
- Type of careResidential
- Phone01258 452777
Latest inspection
- Inspected on 1 October 2026
What the inspectors rate
- SafeGood
- EffectiveGood
- CaringGood
- ResponsiveGood
- Well-ledGood
- Regulator
- Care Quality Commission
- Registered as
- Larks Leas
- Status
- Registered in England
- Latest rating
- Good
- Register number
- 1-123459744
From the public register of the Care Quality Commission, checked on 2 November 2026.
About Larks Leas
Larks Leas provides elderly and respite care in a traditional residential home near the centre of Blandford Forum. Its care plans include music sessions and arts and crafts, giving residents and respite guests structured opportunities for social activity.
Accommodation is arranged as single-occupancy rooms, almost all with en-suite facilities, including a Garden Suite whose rooms overlook landscaped gardens. Communal lounges, social areas and modern dining rooms support everyday life. The home is registered to provide residential care without nursing, making it relevant to people seeking long-term accommodation or a short break.
Care on offer
- Care homes
Compared with Blandford Forum
Nearest
| Name | Distance | Official rating | Our score | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blandford Grange Care HomeBlandford Forum | 0 miles | Good | 8.0 | |
| Whitecliffe HouseBlandford Forum | 0.3 miles | Good | 8.0 | |
| Castleman PlusBlandford Forum | 0.3 miles | |||
| Castleman HouseBlandford Forum | 0.4 miles | Good | 8.0 | |
| Spetisbury ManorBlandford Forum | 4 miles | Good | 8.0 |
Also run by Royal Bay Care Homes Ltd
| Name | Official rating | Our score | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Castle Farm Care HomePoole | Good | 8.0 | |
| Forest Hill House Nursing HomeWimborne | Good | 8.0 | |
| The Old VicarageKettering | Good | 8.0 |
What stands out
What stands out
- Garden Suite rooms
- Music and craft activities
- Single-occupancy accommodation
Ask about
- Registered to provide residential care without nursing.
Suits: Older people needing long-term or respite care
Types of care
Also works on: residential
Location
Milldown Road, Blandford Forum, DT11 7DE
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Questions families ask
From what age do they accept residential care residents?
They accept residential clients over the age of 65, with capacity for up to 24 residents.
Do they offer respite care for short stays?
Yes. They provide respite care for short periods, giving carers a break from looking after an elderly relative at home.
Which areas do they provide care for?
They provide elderly and respite care for residents of Blandford Forum, Charlton Marshall, Tarrant Hinton, Dorchester and Wimborne.
How much does Larks Leas cost?
The CQC register does not list fees, so ask Larks Leas for its weekly fee. As a guide, Dorset council paid on average £1,254 a week for a residential care place for people aged 65 and over in 2024-2025, against £982 across England (GOV.UK adult social care finance report). People who pay for their own care are usually charged more than councils pay.