Widecombe Nursing Home
36 Grasmere Road, Luton, Bedfordshire, LU3 2DT · View on map
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Key facts
The inspection record
Overall
Requires improvement
Report published 20 January 2026
“We carried out this assessment between 14 October to 14 November 2025. Widecombe Nursing Home is a care home providing accommodation and personal care. At the time of inspection there were 28 people receiving care. The service supports people living with dementia, people with nursing needs and people with a physical disability.”
“At our last inspection the provider was in breach of legal regulations in relation to safe care and treatment, person-centred care and good governance. At this inspection we found although improvements had been made, the provider was still in breach of the legal regulations related to safe care and good governance. The provider was no longer in breach of the legal regulation in relation to person-centred care.”
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“During our inspection we found audit and quality assurance processes to assess, monitor and drive improvement did not identify concerns we found. The environment was not always safe, and medicines were not always managed safely.”
“Widecombe Nursing home had a caring staff team with the right skills and knowledge to support people effectively. Staff told us they felt supported by the management team.”
“People’s needs had been assessed and were regularly reviewed. The provider worked in partnership with other organisations including health, community and faith groups to meet people’s needs.”
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Record timeline
Registered with CQC
Widecombe Nursing Home entered the official register.
Rated Requires improvement overall
Report published 20 January 2026 by the Care Quality Commission.
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Older reports from the CQC's previous inspection approach
Inspected 23 March 2021, rated Good
Inspected 20 October 2017, rated Good
Inspected 30 November 2016, rated Requires improvement
Inspected 26 April 2016, rated Requires improvement
Inspected 9 March 2015, rated Good
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Frequently asked questions
What types of care is Widecombe Nursing Home registered for?
Widecombe Nursing Home is registered with the Care Quality Commission (CQC) to provide Dementia Care, Nursing Care and Nursing Dementia Care. Listed specialisms include Mental Health, Physical disabilities and Sensory impairment.
How many Rooms does Widecombe Nursing Home have?
There are 38 Single Rooms.
What is Widecombe Nursing Home's CQC rating?
Widecombe Nursing Home is rated Requires improvement by the Care Quality Commission (report published 20 January 2026). The full CQC inspection report is available at cqc.org.uk/location/1-112633103.
How many beds does Widecombe Nursing Home have?
Widecombe Nursing Home is registered for 38 beds.
Who is the registered manager at Widecombe Nursing Home?
The registered manager is Mrs Gloria Macatangay.
When was Widecombe Nursing Home last inspected?
The Care Quality Commission published its latest report on Widecombe Nursing Home on 20 January 2026.
Where is Widecombe Nursing Home located?
Widecombe Nursing Home is located in Luton, United Kingdom.
When did Widecombe Nursing Home register with CQC?
Widecombe Nursing Home first registered on 19 January 2011.
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