Leighton Forest
Nursing home · Leighton Buzzard
Plantation Road, Leighton Buzzard, LU7 3HU
Run by Pressbeau Limited
- Requires improvementCQC · Jul 2025
- 6.2Our score
- Beds85
- Type of careNursing
- Phone01525 377922
Inspectors asked it to improve: Safe, Effective and Well-led
Latest inspection
- Inspected on 14 July 2025
What the inspectors rate
- SafeRequires improvement
- EffectiveRequires improvement
- CaringGood
- ResponsiveGood
- Well-ledRequires improvement
- Regulator
- Care Quality Commission
- Registered as
- Leighton Forest
- Status
- Registered in England
- Latest rating
- Requires improvement
- Register number
- 1-17592060906
From the public register of the Care Quality Commission, checked on 2 November 2026.
About Leighton Forest
Leighton Forest supports people through residential, nursing and dementia care, with additional provision for respite and rehabilitation. Its nursing service is intended for people who need ongoing medical care, recovery support or more hands-on assistance each day.
The home supports daily routines, clinical needs and changing health circumstances. Qualified nurses are available on site around the clock, with care also covering diabetes, stroke recovery and Parkinson’s. Families can use open visiting, and residents may bring familiar furniture and belongings to make their room feel personal.
Care on offer
- Care homes
Compared with Leighton Buzzard
Nearest
| Name | Distance | Official rating | Our score | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Knolls Care CentreLeighton Buzzard | 0.1 miles | Good | 7.4 | |
| Carrington House LimitedLeighton Buzzard | 1.1 miles | Requires improvement | 5.6 | |
| Elm Lodge Nursing and Residential HomeLeighton Buzzard | 1.1 miles | Requires improvement | 5.0 | |
| Marigold HouseLeighton Buzzard | 1.2 miles | Requires improvement | 6.8 | |
| Leighton Rose Care HomeLeighton Buzzard | 1.7 miles | Good | 8.0 |
Also run by Pressbeau Limited
| Name | Official rating | Our score | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Village Green Care HomeBedford | Requires improvement | 6.8 | |
| Taymer Nursing HomeSilsoe | Good | 8.0 | |
| New Meppershall Care HomeMeppershall | Good | 8.0 | |
| Tithe Farm Nursing HomeStoke Poges | Good | 8.0 | |
| Glebe CourtLondon | Good | 8.0 | |
| Youell CourtCoventry | Good | 8.0 | |
| Greathed Manor Nursing HomeLingfield | Good | 8.0 | |
| Hill Top LodgeWest Bromwich | Good | 8.0 |
What stands out
What stands out
- Qualified nurses on site 24/7
- Support after hospital treatment
- Open visiting
Ask about
- Nursing options cost more than residential care
Suits: Older people needing nursing, dementia or recovery care
Types of care
Also works on: nursing
Location
Plantation Road, Leighton Buzzard, LU7 3HU
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Questions families ask
Can family and friends visit whenever they want?
Yes. They offer open visiting, so family and friends can visit for lunch, a drink or a catch-up.
Are qualified nurses on site 24 hours a day?
Yes. Qualified nurses are available on site 24 hours a day, with care staff nearby as well.
Can nursing care be arranged for a short stay?
Yes. Nursing care can be long term or used during recovery after a hospital stay or surgery.
Can residents bring their own furniture and belongings?
Yes. Residents can bring personal items such as a favourite chair, photos or their own kettle to make the space feel familiar.
How much does Leighton Forest cost?
The CQC register does not list fees, so ask Leighton Forest for its weekly fee. As a guide, Central Bedfordshire council paid on average £1,051 a week for a nursing care place for people aged 65 and over in 2024-2025, against £1,102 across England (GOV.UK adult social care finance report). People who pay for their own care are usually charged more than councils pay.