


Kickstart 2025 with a Fun Laughing Yoga Workshop at Barton Lodge
January can sometimes feel like a long month, especially after…

Feeling Festive with a special wreath making workshop at Woodley Grange
We were thrilled to welcome talented florist, Lucy, from Business…
A Taste of Thailand: Community Comes Together at Woodley Grange
At Woodley Grange, we’re proud to host events that bring people…
Delicious Dive into Indian Cuisine at Barton Lodge With Hands-on Cooking Workshop
At Barton Lodge, we recently had the pleasure of hosting an unforgettable…
Join us at Woodley Grange for a Free Thai Cooking Workshop!
We’re thrilled to announce that we will be running an exciting…
Handmade Gifts from Barton Lodge Residents Bring Joy to Visiting Kittens
Barton Lodge’s talented knitting club, known for their dedication…
Rocking Wellness: Woodley Grange Champions Mental Health
Woodley Grange were proud to take part in Mental Health Week…
Barton Lodge Volunteer Named Finalist in Hampshire Care Awards
We're excited to announce that Margaret Bailey, an incredible…
Manucourt awarded ‘Top 20 Small Care Homes Group Award’ for eighth year in a row
We are thrilled to announce Manucourt has been honoured with…
Luxury redevelopment wows guests at Barton Lodge’s Open Day
We hosted a special Open Day at Barton Lodge in March to reveal…
Barton Lodge Celebrates Indian Culture
We are so lucky to have such diverse cultures at Barton Lodge,…
Woodley Grange residents, staff & relatives come together to celebrate International Mother Language
Woodley Grange celebrated International Mother Language Day on…
Join us for Barton Lodge’s Open Day to celebrate our extensive redevelopment
We warmly invite you to our open day at Barton Lodge on Friday…
Woodley Grange resident reconnects with lifelong friends over a special ‘Crafternoon’
Our residents’ wellbeing is at the heart of everything we do,…
Our Love Life Cafes are back!
We are thrilled to announce that the social event our residents…
Resident Audrey’s wish comes true with tee-rific trip back to her former golf club
As part of our much-loved Wish Maker initiate, we were delighted…
The sky’s the limit for Woodley Grange’s Maintenance Manager Peter Adams
We’re so proud of Peter, our maintenance manager at Woodley…
Woodley Grange residents enjoy some retail therapy in independent shopping spree
Looking after our residents' well-being and making sure they…
Our Coronation Celebrations were fit for the King!
We were delighted that friends and family, of all generations,…
Woodley Grange awarded ‘Top 20 Care Home’ for the seventh year in a row!
We are thrilled that Woodley Grange has been recognised as one…
Resident Joan relives sweet memories thanks to Barton Lodge team
Barton Lodge’s lovely resident, Joan Fuggett, 99, has very…
Time well spent: Looking back at this year’s fantastic activities with Embley
We’ve been so lucky this year, as our Woodley Grange residents…
Manucourt use cutting-edge care technology
Since going live across Hampshire and the Isle of Wight last…
Woodley Grange look after staff’s well-being
Our staff always go the extra mile for our residents, so Woodley…
Manucourt wins leading care award six years in a row!
Manucourt is celebrating once again, after being recognised as…
Woodley Grange residents revved up by biker visit
We were thrilled to be joined by motorbike club, Bike’s Nights,…
Woodley Grange’s first campfire evening was a roaring success
On Thursday 14th July, we held our first ever campfire evening…
Woodley Grange crowned winners of Hampshire Jubilee Competition
As a way of bringing the care industries together, Hampshire Care Council (HCC) organised the ‘Jubilee Competitions’ to celebrate the Queen’s Jubilee.
Residents received the royal treatment at our Jubilee parties
We were very lucky that the sun shone on our Jubilee parties at Woodley Grange and Barton Lodge earlier this month, making them the perfect celebrations fit for the Queen!
Generations come together as Woodley Grange and Embley School collaborate
Independent Romsey school, Embley, reached out to Woodley Grange…
Roy relives top-secret MOD days
After nearly 30 years, Dr Roy Fitzgeorge revisits his old workplace; MOD’s (Ministry of Defense's) top-secret science and technology laboratory as part of the Wish Maker Initiative held by Manucourt Care Homes.
Margaret makes her musical debut at Salisbury Cathedral thanks to Wish Maker initiative
Prior to joining Woodley Grange in December 2021, Margaret was an accomplished former music teacher, with over 50 years’ experience as a church organist. Throughout her amazing career, Margaret had one wish; to play at Salisbury Cathedral.
Barton Lodge’s Wish Maker campaign raises the bar for resident Ron
As part of our extremely popular Wish Maker campaign for residents, Barton Lodge recently granted Ron’s wish to have a special brewery tour at Ringwood Brewery.
Baby chicks bring back egg-cellent memories for Barton Lodge resident
Barton Lodge recently brought back treasured memories for one of its residents, a former chicken farmer, by hatching a brood of chicks.
Barton Lodge residents take a trip down under to celebrate Australia Day
On 26th January, also known as Australia Day, Barton Lodge residents fully embraced Aussie culture, to celebrate the international holiday which honours the first European settlement in Australia.
Woodley Grange residents get the full Burns Night experience
On 25th January, Woodley Grange residents were treated to a very special Burns Night, a well-loved Scottish tradition that celebrates the life of Scottish poet Robert Burns.
Woodley Grange win #KeepingResidentsActive competition!
We would like to congratulate Erica and Amy from Woodley Grange’s activities team who helped the home win the December #KeepingResidentsActive competition by Person Centred Software - the digital care management system.
Pop-up Christmas shop spreads festive cheer throughout Woodley Grange
Due to the huge success of last year’s Christmas shop and the ongoing pandemic, the team at Woodley Grange once again transformed their Romsey care home into a winter emporium for residents.
Woodley Grange host a special dinner party for Sheila & friends
The team have been working hard making dreams come true for our residents with our Wish Maker initiative. When they asked Sheila, a resident living with dementia, what her wish would be, she replied with a simple answer - “dinner with my husband”. Unfortunately, Sheila’s husband passed away some time ago. To put a smile on Sheila's face, the activities team at Woodley Grange wanted to do something extra special.
Barton Lodge honours Frances’ extraordinary life as a former RAF mechanic
Barton Lodge staff and residents joined together with fellow resident, Frances Jeffs, recently to reminisce on the remarkable four years she spent serving in the RAF during World War II.
Woodley Grange and Barton Lodge make Remembrance Day truly special
Woodley Grange and Barton Lodge marked Remembrance Day in a truly memorable way with lots of special activities for the residents.
Woodley’s Winter Emporium is back by popular demand!
Due to the huge success of last year’s event, the team at Woodley Grange plan on running the Winter Emporium again this December.
Manucourt wins three carehome.co.uk awards!
We’ve only gone and done it again! We’re delighted to announce that Barton Lodge and Woodley Grange have once again been recognised as ‘Top 20 Care Homes’ in the South East by carehome.co.uk – the leading care home reviews site. Manucourt Ltd has also been named as a ‘Top 20 Small Care Home Group’ in the UK!
Clive takes to the sky thanks to Manucourt’s Wish Maker campaign
Clive, a resident at Woodley Grange, wanted to fly like his son in the RAF, so the activities team reached out to the local community for help.
Woodley Grange help make Doreen’s wish come true!
What better way to spend a warm summer’s day than on a boat! As part of Woodley Grange’s Wish Maker campaign, one of our residents, Doreen, set sail on a very special trip from Southampton recently.
Barbados comes to Barton Lodge
Sitting on a beach with golden sand and watching the waves and tide flow in and out whilst enjoying delicious food sounds like a dream for many people.
This dream came true for Jo, one of our residents, as she enjoyed a ‘Caribbean surprise’ recently.
Bon voyage! Residents set sail on their ‘world cruise’
While most of us have been mourning cancelled holidays this year due to COVID-19, our residents at Barton Lodge have been setting sail to dreamy destinations (via their armchairs) on their luxury cruise liner, ‘Barton at Sea’.
Ian and Mavis reunited for their 60th wedding anniversary!
Here at Manucourt, we all like a good love story and couldn’t wait to help two new residents at Woodley Grange celebrate their 60th wedding anniversary in style (especially as they had been separated for over two weeks!).
The benefits of gardening for older people
Not only is gardening a fun activity for all abilities to enjoy, it’s great for our health too. Here are just some of the reasons why we include gardening as an activity in our Home.
Jo becomes Barton Lodge’s very own Mary Berry for the day
From Christmas to weddings, Jo’s cakes were a must-have for all occasions before joining Barton Lodge. So, when our activities team asked Jo what her wish would be for our Wish Maker campaign, she naturally turned to her passion for all things cake!
Valerie enjoys her ‘evening out’ at Barton Lodge
Valerie enjoys her ‘evening out’ at Barton Lodge
As part…
Helping residents living with dementia make their own choices
Helping residents living with dementia make their own choices
Choice…
Manucourt marks National Day of Reflection
This week, Woodley Grange and Barton Lodge both took part in the National Day of Reflection, which marks a year since the start of the first lockdown.
Manucourt win Service Excellence award
Life is all about living. That’s why our experienced team at Barton Lodge and Woodley Grange work hard to provide a truly special community designed to help residents get the most out of life.
Discover life in our Homes
Life is all about living. That’s why our experienced team at Barton Lodge and Woodley Grange work hard to provide a truly special community designed to help residents get the most out of life.
Pat’s Christmas wish comes true
As part of our Wish Maker initiative launched earlier this year, Woodley Grange has granted a special Christmas wish for their resident Pat.
How our residents are keeping fit
Whilst the nation turns to home workouts to keep fit during lockdown, our wonderful activities teams have been running regular, fun exercise sessions to keep our residents active.
The importance of person-centred care activities
Person-Centred Care Activities play an important part in every person's care plan, especially for individuals living with dementia.
Wish Makers Campaign – Helping our residents’ dreams come true!
Wish Makers Campaign - Helping our residents’ dreams come true!
Manucourt…
Celebrating special moments from lockdown
With Woodley Grange and Barton Lodge sadly closing their doors to visitors and outside entertainers in March, our amazing team rallied together to find creative ways to keep residents entertained and lift spirits during lockdown.
Manucourt celebrate triple award win
Manucourt celebrate triple award win
We’re delighted to announce…
Barton Lodge welcome new Head of Care
Barton Lodge welcome new Head of Care
Barton Lodge are delighted…
Amanda qualifies as a Mental Health First Aider
Woodley Grange Manager qualifies as a Mental Health First Aider
As…
Woodley Art Session
Woodley bring together two generations for weekly arts sessions
The…
Barton Technology
Using innovative technology to improve cognitive wellbeing
Here…
Barton Lodge & Woodley Grange have done it again!
For the third year running Barton Lodge & Woodley Grange…
The Zoo Visits Barton Lodge
Chewton Common Playgroup will be holding a morning activity session with our residents each Month.
We have some new visitors at Barton Lodge
Chewton Common Playgroup will be holding a morning activity session with our residents each Month.
Trish Gorrod and her Husband, Mike, Celebrate their Wedding Anniversary on January 22nd 2019
Trish and her husband, Mike, celebrated their 42nd Wedding Anniversary...
Jasmine the Barn Owl Does a Fly By
Jasmine the beautiful barn owl came to visit Barton Lodge residents this week.
Barton Lodge and Woodley Grange Award Winners Again
Manucourt Ltd Wins Care Home Award for 2 years running
We…
Woodley Grange Care Home in Romsey, has been chosen by residents and their families as one of the Top 20 care homes in South East England.
Woodley Grange Care Home in Romsey, has been chosen by residents…
CQC Inspectors Award Barton Lodge “Good” in all Categories!
CQC Awards Barton Lodge 5/5 Good in all Categories!
Following…
Canine immigrants bring happiness to Residents
Canine visits bring lots of joy and a therapeutic affect...
Canine…
Recognition of Service in Care Home
Celebrations in recognition of Dedication and Loyalty...
Directors…
Art auction raises funds far beyond expectation…
A truly amazing experience to Auction off the Art by the…
Woodley Grange Open Day – 1920’s theme
Romsey, June 16, 2017– Woodley Grange Care Home was visited…
Barton Lodge – Open Day 2017
An outdoor activity in the company of The Mayor of New Milton...
It…
Manucourt Ltd receives award ‘Top 20 Recommended Care Home Group’
Manucourt Ltd are excited to announce two prestigious awards…
Barton Lodge Open Day: 19th November 2016
Come and visit us for our Open Day on Saturday 19th November…
Centenarian Kathleen Wilmer celebrates 100th birthday in style!
On 28th September 2016, Centenarian Kathleen Wilmer celebrates…
Tickled Pink Productions Entertain Us
On 22nd September Tickled pink Productions came to Woodley Grange…
VE Day 70th Anniversary
On 8th May 2015, Barton Lodge and Woodley Grange celebrated Victory…
Our beach huts are in the Daily Telegraph
The following article was featured in the Daily Telegraph
We…
We are in the Daily Echo
The following article was recently featured in the Daily Echo
Hampshire…