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carehome.co.uk Top 20 Care Home Awards 2018

carehome.co.uk Top 20 Care Home Awards South East England 2018


These awards are based on reviews from residents, service users, and their families and friends. Read more about the carehome.co.uk 2018 Awards

Winners ordered alphabetically

Barchester The Fernes
6 Samuel Mortimer Close, Off Catisfield Lane, Fareham PO15 5NZ
9.7 99 reviews
Barchester The Fernes, Fareham, Hampshire
"We were involved with The Ferns for 3 years as a very good friend of ours was being cared for there by your excellent team. So, when my 90…"  Read all 99 reviews
  • from £1,886 / week
  • 52 Rooms
Group/Owner Barchester Healthcare Ltd

This purpose-built care home has been specifically designed to provide high-quality residential care to older people, including individuals living with dementia. Their specialist activities team are ... Read more

Older Person Care Permanent CareRespite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
Bowercroft
5 Bower Mount Road, Maidstone ME16 8AX
9.7 50 reviews
Bowercroft, Maidstone, Kent
"Our Mum, nan , niece, great- grandmother and great- great- grand mother moved to Bowercroft almost 3 years ago. We entrusted the home and…"  Read all 50 reviews
  • from £1,250 / week
  • 18 Rooms

Bowercroft, in Maidstone, is a specialist dementia care home, with a team who are experienced in innovative care provision and focus on supporting independent living. All carers are highly-trained ... Read more

Older Person Care Permanent Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
Cross Lane House Care Home
Cross Lane, Ticehurst, Wadhurst TN5 7HQ
9.5 45 reviews
Cross Lane House Care Home, Wadhurst, East Sussex
"My mum experienced an acquired brain injury earlier this year and her care needs have become greater. The staff at Cross Lane House Care…"  Read all 45 reviews
  • from £1,100 / week
  • 18 Rooms
Group/Owner A Better Care

Cross Lane House offers quality care for older people that promotes independence alongside professional standards of healthcare, hygiene, nutrition and security. Residents are given individual ... Read more

Older Person Care Permanent CareRespite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Learning Disability Care
Featherton House
Chapel Square, Deddington, Banbury OX15 0SG
9.3 99 reviews
Featherton House, Banbury, Oxfordshire
"My dad lived in Featherton House for 6 years. The care provided was excellent and he was very happy during his stay. Featherton provides a…"  Read all 99 reviews
  • from £1,400 / week
  • 25 Rooms
Group/Owner Wren Retirement Living

Welcome to Featherton House, a boutique residential care home nestled in the picturesque Oxfordshire village of Deddington. The charming period building is just a short walk from the village centre ... Read more

Older Person Care Permanent CareRespite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
Hale Place Care Solutions
79 Old Road, East Peckham, Tonbridge TN12 5EN
9.5 57 reviews
Hale Place Care Solutions, Tonbridge, Kent
"My mother has been very well cared for in her time at Hale Place. I cannot think of anywhere else I would like my mother to be.…"  Read all 57 reviews
  • from £1,900 / week
  • 13 Rooms

Hale Place has received exemplary inspection reports and highest ratings since 1988 and was rated 'Outstanding' by the CQC in 2015, 2017 and April 2021. Hale Place won multiple National awards in ... Read more

Older Person Care Permanent CareRespite Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Mental Health Care
Harrier Grange Care Home
Hawker Siddeley Way, Andover SP11 8BF
9.9 81 reviews
Harrier Grange Care Home, Andover, Hampshire
"Harrier Grange Care Home gives an excellent choice for any care needed. My mother was there for 7 years and enjoyed her time with…"  Read all 81 reviews
  • from £1,600 / week
  • 66 Rooms

The Harrier Grange Care Home provides nursing, residential, respite and dementia care in high-quality surroundings. It aims to give residents an enriching and rewarding lifestyle, offering as ... Read more

Older Person Care Permanent CareRespite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
Highmarket House
North Bar Place, Banbury OX16 0TD
9.8 164 reviews
Highmarket House, Banbury, Oxfordshire
"We moved Mum to Highmarket House earlier this year. From the moment we viewed the home, we knew it had so much to offer. The staff were…"  Read all 164 reviews
  • from £1,703 / week
  • 73 Rooms
Group/Owner Care UK

Highmarket House is a purpose-built home close to the centre of Banbury, providing the latest in luxurious facilities combined with high-quality care. The dedicated and skilled team offers a full ... Read more

Older Person Care Permanent CareRespite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
Lakeview Lodge Care Home
Elba Gate, Newton Leys, Bletchley, Milton Keynes MK3 5QU
9.7 85 reviews
Lakeview Lodge Care Home, Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire
"The staff are excellent, they treat both my mum and dad with humour, care and dignity. They are helpful when I have a request + make…"  Read all 85 reviews
  • from £1,500 / week
  • 66 Rooms
Group/Owner Country Court

Lakeview Lodge Care Home provides luxury residential and dementia care and support. Situated on the edge of the Newton Leys, overlooking the beautiful Little Willow Lake in the heart of rural ... Read more

Older Person Care Permanent CareRespite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
Netley Court Care Home
Victoria Road, Netley, Southampton SO31 5DR
9.9 115 reviews
Netley Court Care Home, Southampton, Hampshire
"I had been caring for my father for some time but his reducing mobility meant that he had become unsafe at home. He made the decision to…"  Read all 115 reviews
  • from £1,750 / week
  • 70 Rooms
Group/Owner Cinnamon Care Collection

Netley Court is a purpose-built residential care home located in the heart of Netley Abbey, enjoying a unique waterfront setting with stunning views across Southampton Water. As part of Cinnamon Care ... Read more

Older Person Care Permanent CareRespite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
Oak Mount Care Home
2 Narrow Lane, Poulner, Ringwood BH24 3EN
9.7 42 reviews
Oak Mount Care Home, Ringwood, Hampshire
"My father in law was only at Oak Mount for a short time but during this time he was extremely well cared for. All of the staff built up a…"  Read all 42 reviews
  • from £1,290 / week
  • 21 Rooms

Oak Mount Care Home has been run by the same family for the last 25 years, during which time clients have seen an ongoing commitment to high care standards. The clients feel as though they are ... Read more

Older Person Care Permanent CareRespite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Mental Health Care
Penhurst Gardens Care Home
Penhurst Gardens, New Street, Chipping Norton OX7 5ED
9.7 182 reviews
Penhurst Gardens Care Home, Chipping Norton, Oxfordshire
"My sister was in your care home for end-of-life care. I really couldn't believe how good everything was - it exceeded our expectations. Of…"  Read all 182 reviews
  • from £1,400 / week
  • 58 Rooms
Group/Owner Porthaven Care Homes

Penhurst Gardens Care Home is located in the heart of the Cotswolds in Chipping Norton. The home is surrounded by countryside and is just a short walk from the local high street, set on the site of ... Read more

Older Person Care Permanent CareRespite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
Seccombe Court
Banbury Road, Adderbury, Banbury OX17 3FW
10 79 reviews
Seccombe Court, Banbury, Oxfordshire
"When my husband needed more care than could be provided at home I looked for the best I could find.The whole ambiance of the home is of…"  Read all 79 reviews
  • from £1,703 / week
  • 60 Rooms
Group/Owner Care UK

Seccombe Court is a luxury care home south of the market town of Banbury. The dedicated team provides high-quality residential, nursing and dementia care in a stunning environment, with respite and ... Read more

Older Person Care Permanent CareRespite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
The Shelley
54 Shelley Road, Worthing BN11 4BX
9.9 115 reviews
The Shelley, Worthing, West Sussex
"I've been visiting a dear friend of mine for the last 3 1/2 years. I'm not direct family, hence cannot comment on value for money below as…"  Read all 115 reviews
  • from £1,300 / week
  • 32 Rooms
Group/Owner Place Farm House Residential Home Ltd

The Shelley is a 32-bed residential care home set in the residential area of Worthing, 10 minute walk to the seafront. The home has been running for 20 years and the team are proud to have ... Read more

Older Person Care Permanent CareRespite Care
  • Residential Care
Shinfield View
School Green, Shinfield, Reading RG2 9EH
9.7 176 reviews
Shinfield View, Reading, Berkshire
"Dad has been living here for some time, and our experience has been consistently positive. The staff are kind, patient, and genuinely…"  Read all 176 reviews
  • from £1,895 / week
  • 66 Rooms
Group/Owner Berkley Care Group

Shinfield View is a multi-award-winning, purpose-built care home in the village of Shinfield in Berkshire, providing spacious care facilities within a luxury environment. Situated just outside ... Read more

Older Person Care Permanent CareRespite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
Upton House
Deal Road, Worth, Sandwich, Sandwich CT14 0BA
9.7 67 reviews
Upton House, Sandwich, Kent
"Upton House gives the most caring and compassionate attention without fail. They consistently go the extra mile. I debated for a very long…"  Read all 67 reviews
  • from £1,550 / week
  • 20 Rooms

Upton House is situated in secure gardens and grounds and provides dementia, Alzheimer's and EMI care. This large Georgian house is in the pretty village of Worth, on the outskirts of Sandwich. ... Read more

Older Person Care Permanent CareRespite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Mental Health Care
Vine House Older Persons Residence
Vanzell Road, Easebourne Lane, Easebourne, Midhurst GU29 9AZ
10 92 reviews
Vine House Older Persons Residence, Midhurst, West Sussex
"Since my grandma arrived at Vine House, I have been extremely pleased with the level of care she receives and how clean and well-managed…"  Read all 92 reviews
  • from £1,350 / week
  • 17 Rooms

Vine House is a small, private, family-run residential home which has enjoyed considerable acclaim and many accolades over 35+ years. They pride themselves on their welcoming and homely atmosphere in ... Read more

Older Person Care Permanent CareRespite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
Whiteoaks Rest Home
54-58 The Avenue, Fareham PO14 1NZ
9.2 61 reviews
Whiteoaks Rest Home, Fareham, Hampshire
"I am being treated very well, carers are considerate and polite. I am on gluten free diet and this is catered for.…"  Read all 61 reviews
  • from £1,195 / week
  • 38 Rooms

Whiteoaks Rest Home is an award winning, well-established, family-run residential home, situated in the idyllic town of Fareham, located between the two historic cities of Southampton and ... Read more

Older Person Care Permanent CareRespite Care
  • Residential Care
Woodley Grange
Winchester Hill, Romsey SO51 7NU
9.8 102 reviews
Woodley Grange, Romsey, Hampshire
"The whole team at Woodley Grange have demonstrated compassion and care beyond my expectation. Since Mum has been a resdient here I know she…"  Read all 102 reviews
  • from £1,351 / week
  • 45 Rooms
Group/Owner Manucourt Ltd

Woodley Grange Care Home is registered to provide care for the elderly with a wide range of needs and offers the highest standards of residential and dementia care. Set amongst beautiful grounds ... Read more

Older Person Care Permanent CareRespite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care