Willow Tree Lodge
Nursing home · Canterbury
126-128 Old Dover Road, Canterbury, CT1 3PF
Run by Veecare Ltd
- GoodCQC · May 2025
- 8.0Our score
- Beds34
- Type of careNursing
- Phone01227 762412
Latest inspection
- Inspected on 14 May 2025
What the inspectors rate
- SafeGood
- EffectiveGood
- CaringGood
- ResponsiveGood
- Well-ledGood
- Regulator
- Care Quality Commission
- Registered as
- Willow Tree Lodge
- Status
- Registered in England
- Latest rating
- Good
- Register number
- 1-286217679
From the public register of the Care Quality Commission, checked on 2 November 2026.
About Willow Tree Lodge
Willow Tree Lodge supports up to 34 older residents with residential nursing care, including people living with dementia and those with complex nursing needs. Care is available around the clock, with individual needs and abilities shaping the support provided.
Residents receive personalised care plans that are reviewed as needs change, alongside nursing support, personal care and medication assistance. The home offers respite and day-care options, with a lounge, dining room, conservatory and garden for everyday use. Families are encouraged to stay involved, and residents can personalise rooms with photographs and mementoes. Care plans are constantly monitored and updated as individual care needs change.
Care on offer
- Care homes
Compared with Canterbury
Nearest
| Name | Distance | Official rating | Our score | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Beeches Residential HomeCanterbury | 0.2 miles | |||
| Chaucer HouseCanterbury | 0.6 miles | Inadequate | 2.0 | |
| L'Arche Kent The RainbowCanterbury | 0.8 miles | Good | 8.0 | |
| The Old Farm House Residential HomeCanterbury | 0.9 miles | Good | 7.4 | |
| Roper HouseCanterbury | 1.2 miles | Good | 8.0 |
What stands out
What stands out
- Care plans updated as needs change
- Respite and day-care options
- Activities include trips and picnics
Suits: Older people needing residential nursing or dementia care
Types of care
Also works on: nursing
Location
126-128 Old Dover Road, Canterbury, CT1 3PF
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Questions families ask
How many residents can Willow Tree Lodge accommodate?
It is registered to provide residential care for 34 elderly residents with nursing needs.
Is there a nurse available 24 hours a day?
Yes. Residential nursing care includes day-to-day support with a nurse available 24 hours a day for assistance and intervention when necessary.
Does Willow Tree Lodge offer respite or day care?
Yes. Residential care can be short-term respite, long term or permanent. They also offer day care with access to all facilities.
Do they offer a free care assessment at home?
Yes. They provide a free in-home assessment to understand the resident's lifestyle and personality, then aim to match a care plan to their specific needs.
How much does Willow Tree Lodge cost?
The CQC register does not list fees, so ask Willow Tree Lodge for its weekly fee. As a guide, Kent council paid on average £1,277 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.