The Willow
Residential care home · Chesham
110 Chartridge Lane, Chesham, HP5 2RG
Run by D & K Care Limited
- GoodCQC · Jan 2026
- 8.0Our score
- Beds11
- Type of careResidential
- Phone01494 773451
Latest inspection
- Inspected on 20 January 2026
What the inspectors rate
- SafeGood
- EffectiveGood
- CaringGood
- ResponsiveGood
- Well-ledGood
- Regulator
- Care Quality Commission
- Registered as
- The Willow
- Status
- Registered in England
- Latest rating
- Good
- Register number
- 1-18966109625
From the public register of the Care Quality Commission, checked on 2 November 2026.
About The Willow
A small, family-run home in Chesham, The Willow provides residential care for older adults, including people living with dementia or requiring end-of-life care. Person-centred care plans balance independence with daily support in a setting designed to feel familiar.
Only 11 residents live at the home, which has an open-plan lounge, conservatory, fireplace and garden-facing dining room. Fresh meals are prepared daily, including diabetic, vegetarian and allergy-friendly options. Residents can join music and reminiscence sessions, arts and crafts, gentle exercise, gardening or social events. The home primarily caters for private self-funded residents, with local authority funding requiring a top-up.
Care on offer
- Care homes
Compared with Chesham
Nearest
| Name | Distance | Official rating | Our score | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 69 Chartridge LaneChesham | 0 miles | Good | 8.0 | |
| White Hill House Residential Care HomeChesham | 0.8 miles | Good | 8.0 | |
| BirchwoodChesham | 0.8 miles | Outstanding | 8.8 | |
| Portobello PlaceChesham | 0.8 miles | Requires improvement | 7.2 | |
| Reach Vale Road CheshamChesham | 0.9 miles | Good | 8.0 |
What stands out
What stands out
- Small home with 11 residents
- Fresh meals prepared daily
- Family-run care setting
Ask about
- The home primarily caters for private self-funded residents, with local authority funding requiring a top-up
Suits: Older adults needing small-home dementia or end-of-life care
Types of care
Also works on: residential
Location
110 Chartridge Lane, Chesham, HP5 2RG
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Questions families ask
How many residents does The Willow accommodate?
The Willow accommodates only 11 residents, allowing it to provide highly personalised care in a small setting.
Does The Willow accept local authority funding?
Yes. They accept local authority funding with a top-up arrangement to cover the full cost of care, although they primarily cater for private, self-funded residents.
What types of care does The Willow provide?
They provide residential care for older adults, including dementia care and end-of-life care, with person-centred support.
Does The Willow have nurses on site?
No. The Willow is a residential rather than nursing home, so it has no nurses on site. It works with local GPs, district nurses and other healthcare professionals when medical support is needed.
Can residents keep their own GP at The Willow?
Yes, if their GP is within the catchment area. Otherwise, the team can help register them with a local GP practice.
Does The Willow cater for special dietary requirements?
Yes. Its in-house kitchen prepares fresh meals daily and caters for diabetic, vegetarian and allergy-friendly dietary requirements.