Willow Tree Lodge
Willow Tree Lodge is a nursing home in Canterbury, Kent (CT1 3PF). It holds a CQC rating of Good.
About Willow Tree Lodge
Willow Tree Lodge is a nursing home in Canterbury providing nursing care for older people, including those living with dementia. Nursing care here means a registered nurse on duty at every hour, working with a care team who know the people they look after. We manage wound care, support with medication, continence care and the monitoring of long term conditions, and we involve GPs and community specialists early rather than waiting until something has become urgent. Caring for people with dementia alongside nursing needs takes patience and the right training. We keep routines predictable, keep familiar things in each person's room, and pay attention to what somebody is communicating when they can no longer explain it. Pain in particular is easily missed in dementia, so we watch for it carefully. Beyond the clinical work we want people to have decent days. That means food worth eating, company for those who want it, a garden to sit in when the weather allows, and staff who have time to talk. Families are welcome and we keep them properly informed. Respite stays and short stays after hospital can often be arranged. If you are looking for nursing care in Canterbury for a relative, please ring us and we will discuss the need honestly with you.
Care provided at Willow Tree Lodge
- Older person care
- Dementia care
- Respite care
- Last CQC inspection: 14 May 2025
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
How Willow Tree Lodge compares in Canterbury
Measured against the 54 care homes for older people registered in Canterbury. The dark dot is this home.
- Size
- 34 places. Larger than 30 of the 54 homes. The local average is 36 places.
- CQC rating
- Good. 34 of the 54 homes (63%) are rated Good or Outstanding. Across Kent the figure is 68%.
- Latest report
- 14 May 2025. 13 of the 54 homes have published a newer inspection report since.
- Registered
- November 2011. 31 of the 54 homes registered more recently.
- Care offered
- Nursing and dementia care. Of the 54 homes, 15 offer nursing care and 35 offer dementia care.
- Food hygiene
- 5 out of 5. The top rating, shared by 46 of the 50 homes that have one.
Powered by Orrery Intelligence. Data: CQC register and Food Standards Agency ratings. Counts cover registered care homes for older people in Canterbury.
The local picture: Canterbury
What the numbers say about care for older people in Canterbury, in Kent.
What care costs in Kent, per week
| Type of care | What the council pays | What self-funders are typically asked |
|---|
| Residential care | £1,187 | £1,409 to £1,600 (Middle half of prices from 22 Kent homes. Median £1,500.) |
| Nursing care | £1,378 | £1,550 to £1,865 (Middle half of prices from 11 Kent homes. Median £1,605.) |
| Residential dementia care | Not published separately | £1,500 to £1,619 (Middle half of prices from 18 Kent homes. Median £1,500.) |
| Nursing dementia care | Not published separately | £1,975 to £2,226 (South East figure, because too few Kent homes publish this price. 37 homes. Median £2,050.) |
Published prices are often starting prices, and come from homes that publish fees, so treat them as a guide. Ask the home for its own price.
- People aged 75 and over: 19,800. Rising to 23,300 by 2035, up 17%
- People aged 85 and over: 5,300. Rising to 8,200 by 2035, up 54%
- Living with dementia, aged 65 and over (estimate): 2,600. Rising to 3,300 by 2035, up 28%
- Dementia diagnosis rate: 73%. The NHS ambition is 67%. Kent as a whole is 62%.
- Care home beds per 1,000 people aged 75+: 91. Kent average is 77.
- Care homes, last 12 months: 1 opened, 2 closed. 5 changed owner, covering 153 beds.
- Care home beds filled across Kent: 88%. The 12 month average is 88%.
- Who pays, across Kent (estimate): 35% council, 43% self. The rest is NHS funded or other.
Planned and recent building work within 5 miles
- 1.9 miles: Depot Adj Hall Place Harbledown Bypass Harbledown Kent. Application for a 72 bed care home through a change of use. Submitted 11 November 2025. Decision pending.
Powered by Orrery Intelligence. Market model built 22 October 2026 (ONS 2022 based population projections, dementia estimates, CQC register), published care home prices, council planning records.
Good to know about Willow Tree Lodge
Facts from public registers, and what is close by.
- Registered with CQC
- 3 November 2011, so 14 years.
- Food hygiene rating
- 5 out of 5. Very good. Last inspected by the local council on 17 November 2025.
- Run by
- Veecare Ltd, which runs this service only.
Sources: CQC register, Food Standards Agency, OpenStreetMap contributors. Distances are in a straight line from the postcode, not walking or driving routes.
Local services near Willow Tree Lodge
The closest places to this home, measured in a straight line from its postcode. They are the nearest, not necessarily the ones the home uses. Ask the home which GP, dentist and pharmacy its residents are registered with.
Nearest 24 hour A&E
- William Harvey Hospital, Ashford, 11.6 miles away
It is about 11.6 miles in a straight line from the postcode. The drive is usually longer. In an emergency call 999; the ambulance may take you elsewhere.
Nearest GP practices
Nearest dentists
Nearest pharmacies
Nearest railway stations
- Canterbury East Station, 0.6 miles away
- Canterbury West Station, 1.1 miles away
- Bekesbourne Station, 2.2 miles away
Around Willow Tree Lodge
- H: Willow Tree Lodge
- A: 24 hour A&E
- G: GP practice
- D: Dentist
- P: Pharmacy
- S: Railway station
Straight line distances, not routes. Places very close to the home are spread out slightly so they can be told apart.
Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Practice and pharmacy details from the NHS England Organisation Data Service. A&E sites from NHS England A&E data and the Organisation Data Service. Railway stations from the Department for Transport NaPTAN dataset. Distances are straight line and approximate.
Common questions about Willow Tree Lodge
Where is Willow Tree Lodge located?
Willow Tree Lodge is a nursing home in Canterbury, Kent, CT1 3PF. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.
What type of care does Willow Tree Lodge provide?
Willow Tree Lodge is registered to provide nursing and personal care, with support that includes Older person care, Dementia care, Respite care. The full list of services is shown on this page.
What is Willow Tree Lodge's CQC rating?
Willow Tree Lodge is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Good following its last inspection on 14 May 2025. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Does Willow Tree Lodge provide dementia care?
Yes. Willow Tree Lodge supports people living with dementia. We recommend contacting the home directly to discuss your individual situation.
Does Willow Tree Lodge offer respite or short-term care?
Yes. Willow Tree Lodge offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.
Questions families ask about Willow Tree Lodge
Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?
Yes. Willow Tree Lodge is registered for dementia care, so someone whose needs increase can usually stay rather than move.
Is there a nurse on site if health needs change?
Yes. Yes. Willow Tree Lodge is registered to provide nursing care, so registered nurses are part of the team.
Can they try a short stay before deciding?
Yes. Yes. Willow Tree Lodge offers respite and short stays, which is a good way to see whether the home is the right fit.
Will they support end of life care, so there is no move at the hardest time?
Ask the home. End of life care is not listed on the register. Ask the manager whether residents can remain in the home with hospice or district nurse support.
Can she bring her cat or dog?
Ask the home. The home has not told us its pet policy yet. Ask directly; some homes allow small pets in residents' rooms or welcome visiting dogs.
Can a couple stay together?
Ask the home. We do not know whether the home has rooms for couples. Ask about shared or adjoining rooms if this matters.
Will the council help pay, or is it self funded only?
Ask the home. The home has not told us which funding it accepts. Most homes take both council funded and self funded residents; ask about council rates and any top up.
Do they take younger adults as well as older people?
No. Willow Tree Lodge is registered for older people. Younger adults are not listed.
Can I visit before deciding, and are there visiting hours?
Ask the home. Every home should welcome a visit. Call to arrange one, ideally at a mealtime or during an activity, and ask about visiting hours for family.
Typical weekly fees in the South East
Willow Tree Lodge has not published its fees yet. These are typical weekly fees for the South East, so you know roughly what to expect before you call.
- Residential care: £1,100 to £1,450 per week per person, typical range
- Dementia care: £1,200 to £1,550 per week per person, typical range
- Nursing care: £1,350 to £1,750 per week per person, typical range
Indicative figures for the South East, not a quote from Willow Tree Lodge. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
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