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carehome.co.uk Top 20 Care Home Awards 2024

carehome.co.uk Top 20 Care Home Awards South East England 2024


These awards are based on reviews from residents, service users, and their families and friends. Read more about the carehome.co.uk 2024 Awards.

Winners ordered alphabetically

Barchester Bere Grove
Gales Rise, Waterlooville PO8 0WU
9.8 36 reviews
Barchester Bere Grove, Waterlooville, Hampshire
"After a three week stay in hospital following a fall which resulted in a broken ankle, I needed a care home where I could receive proactive…"  Read all 36 reviews
  • from £1,600 / week
  • 60 Rooms
Group/Owner Barchester Healthcare Ltd

Bere Grove Care Home in Horndean, near Portsmouth is a new purpose built home providing residential and dementia care for older people, as well as respite care. Nutritious meals are freshly ... Read more

Older Person Care Permanent CareRespite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
Barchester Cossins House Care Home
1 Downside Road, Downside, Cobham KT11 3LZ
9.8 126 reviews
Barchester Cossins House Care Home, Cobham, Surrey
"A very rewarding experience with amazing staff for their care and attention and forever helpfulness I will be back]My warmest wishes to…"  Read all 126 reviews
  • from £1,992 / week
  • 26 Rooms
Group/Owner Barchester Healthcare Ltd

Welcome to Cossins House, a Barchester Care Home located in Cobham, Surrey. Cossins House is a renovated period property set in four acres of beautiful grounds that feature a chicken coop and ... Read more

Older Person Care Permanent CareRespite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
Barchester Sycamore Grove Care Home
Lilac Lane, Stone Cross, Pevensey BN24 5NU
9.8 45 reviews
Barchester Sycamore Grove Care Home, Pevensey, East Sussex
"A happy 2 weeks. As always all staff very supportive and professional. All were very friendly. It was a pleasure to stay for 2 weeks.…"  Read all 45 reviews
  • from £1,300 / week
  • 70 Rooms
Group/Owner Barchester Healthcare Ltd

Barchester Sycamore Grove Care Home in Eastbourne, East Sussex provides residential care, respite care and dementia care. As well as having an area called Memory Lane which provides care for ... Read more

Older Person Care Permanent CareRespite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
Bartlett's Residential Care Home
Portway Road, Stone, Aylesbury HP17 8RP
10 125 reviews
Bartlett's Residential Care Home, Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire
"Outstanding care & support shown to all residents. The space is beautiful, open, clean and luxurious. The staff are kind, friendly and very…"  Read all 125 reviews
  • from £1,650 / week
  • 62 Rooms
Group/Owner Peverel Court Care

Bartlett’s Residential Home offers a serene retreat for older adults, placing personal and social well-being at the heart of everything they do. Nestled within 18 acres of landscaped parkland, ... Read more

Older Person Care Permanent CareRespite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
Beachlands Care Home
Marine Parade, Seaford BN25 2PY
9.8 37 reviews
Beachlands Care Home, Seaford, East Sussex
"Thank you so much, Beachlands, for taking care of Mum, 89. A hip replacement and two infections left my Mum in need of respite care after…"  Read all 37 reviews
  • from £997 / week
  • 29 Rooms

Beachlands is registered to provide residential care to older people. Beachlands is situated on the seafront in Seaford and is located in close proximity to local amenities, bus and rail ... 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
Churchfields
Pound Lane, Cassington, Oxon, Witney OX29 4BN
9.9 80 reviews
Churchfields, Witney, Oxfordshire
"My mother stayed at Churchfields for a short time for end of life attentive care . During her time there I cannot praise the staff enough…"  Read all 80 reviews
  • from £1,400 / week
  • 38 Rooms
Group/Owner Premium Care Group

Churchfields, rated Outstanding by the CQC in March 2020, is situated at the heart of the beautiful village of Cassington in West Oxfordshire, close to Eynsham and Witney. Churchfields is part of ... Read more

Older Person Care Permanent CareRespite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
  • Learning Disability Care
  • Mental Health Care
Hillbeck Residential Care Home
Roundwell, Bearsted, Maidstone ME14 4HN
9.8 50 reviews
Hillbeck Residential Care Home, Maidstone, Kent
"The staff at Hillbeck are friendly, approachable and are all excellent. The care and understanding they give to my mother is first class…"  Read all 50 reviews
  • from £1,230 / week
  • 60 Rooms
Group/Owner Charing Healthcare Ltd

Hillbeck Care Home is located in the Kent countryside, on the outskirts of the village of Bearsted, near Maidstone. Bearsted is a traditional English village featuring quaint cottages, several ... Read more

Older Person Care Permanent CareRespite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
Knellwood
83 Canterbury Road, Farnborough GU14 6QN
9.9 87 reviews
Knellwood, Farnborough, Hampshire
"Knellwood always provide excellent care and entertainment, but they excelled in December (as in previous years) with the facilities…"  Read all 87 reviews
  • from £1,434 / week
  • 52 Rooms

Knellwood originally opened as a memorial to local servicemen and servicewomen who gave their lives in the Second World War and, as both a residential and nursing home, aims to have a positive impact ... Read more

Older Person Care Permanent CareRespite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
Knights' Grove Care Home
Thomas Road, North Baddesley, Southampton SO52 9EW
9.8 113 reviews
Knights' Grove Care Home, Southampton, Hampshire
"Mum has been very well looked after by staff. They have updated us and looked after my dad really well too. Nurses have been good as has…"  Read all 113 reviews
  • from £1,645 / week
  • 56 Rooms
Group/Owner Bupa Care Homes

Knights Grove has been rated 'outstanding' by the CQC (March 2019) and has been purpose-built to offer high levels of tailored short, or long term, care for those living with dementia. They offer a ... Read more

Older Person Care Permanent CareRespite Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
Lauriston
40 The Green, St Leonards-on-Sea TN38 0SY
9.9 102 reviews
Lauriston, St Leonards-on-Sea, East Sussex
"Well I never write reviews - ever, but this service has knocked me enough to give one. My father went into the Lauriston for respite. He…"  Read all 102 reviews
  • from £1,260 / week
  • 60 Rooms
Group/Owner MHA

Lauriston offers residential, nursing and dementia care for 60 residents. Every detail of the home is created to enhance the independence and dignity of residents and to foster a community of ... Read more

Older Person CareYounger Adult Care Permanent CareRespite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
Maplewood Court
Northumberland Road, Maidstone ME15 7TA
9.9 43 reviews
Maplewood Court, Maidstone, Kent
"The Maplewood team were amazing in all respects, providing absolutely first rate care for my Mother. They combined professionalism with…"  Read all 43 reviews
  • from £1,930 / week
  • 72 Rooms
Group/Owner Oakland Care

Maplewood Court is a purpose-built care home offering the highest quality residential, nursing, dementia and respite care in a five-star setting. Maplewood Court has 72 individual en-suite rooms ... Read more

Older Person Care Permanent CareRespite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
Merryfield House Nursing Home
33 New Yatt Road, Witney OX28 1NX
Top 20 carehome award certificate
10 118 reviews
Merryfield House Nursing Home, Witney, Oxfordshire
Top 20 carehome award certificate
"I've been a regular visitor to the home, but in phases since I live abroad. The staff are very friendly and professional. The homes looks…"  Read all 118 reviews
  • from £1,585 / week
  • 24 Rooms
Group/Owner Peverel Court Care

Located in a beautiful 1922 Cotswold stone manor house, Merryfield House Nursing Home is set in tranquil gardens on the outskirts of Witney market town. Formerly the home of a ‘Witney Blanket’ ... Read more

Older Person Care Permanent CareRespite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
  • Learning Disability Care
Moore Place
Portsmouth Road, Esher KT10 9LH
9.9 88 reviews
Moore Place, Esher, Surrey
"A very difficult time made easier by the friendliness and professionalism of every one at Mooe Place. My wife was made to feel at home…"  Read all 88 reviews
  • from £1,900 / week
  • 60 Rooms
Group/Owner Anchor

Anchor's Moore Place provides luxurious and comfortable surroundings to up to 60 older people whilst providing first-class care and support. Moore Place continues to welcome new residents for ... Read more

Older Person Care Permanent CareRespite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
Oak Lodge
Rectory Road, Oakley, Basingstoke RG23 7EL
9.9 142 reviews
Oak Lodge, Basingstoke, Hampshire
"Dad has lived at Oak Lodge for six months. I have peace of mind that he is well cared for by friendly, professional, and caring staff.…"  Read all 142 reviews
  • from £1,995 / week
  • 60 Rooms
Group/Owner Forest Care Ltd

Oak Lodge is an award winning, CQC ‘Outstanding’ (October 2020) care home offering 24 hour residential and nursing care for up to 60 residents, both permanent and respite. Set within a 300 acre ... Read more

Older Person Care Permanent CareRespite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
Rookhurst
17 Rookhurst Road, Bexhill-on-Sea TN40 2NZ
9.3 23 reviews
Rookhurst, Bexhill-on-Sea, East Sussex
"My auntie has been at Rookhurst Care Home for a while now and we've been really happy with the care she receives. The staff are always…"  Read all 23 reviews
  • 6 Rooms
Group/Owner Trust Care Management Ltd

Rookhurst Lodge provide services to individuals with a diagnosis of learning disabilities, Autistic Spectrum disorders, mental health needs and those that display moderate to high behaviours that ... Read more

Younger Adult Care Permanent Care
  • Residential Care
  • Learning Disability Care
  • Mental Health 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
Wellcross Grange
Five Oaks Road, Slinfold, Horsham RH13 0SY
9.3 59 reviews
Wellcross Grange, Horsham, West Sussex
"My mother-in-law spent three very happy years living at Wellcross Grange. My wife initially went to visit Wellcross and had no doubt that…"  Read all 59 reviews
  • 45 Rooms

Wellcross Grange is rated “OUTSTANDING” by the Care Quality Commission (August 2022). The family owned and run nursing home is rated in the top 4% nationally. Wellcross Grange is a family owned ... Read more

Older Person Care Permanent CareRespite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Dementia Nursing 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
Woodpeckers
Sway Road, Brockenhurst SO42 7RX
9.9 104 reviews
Woodpeckers, Brockenhurst, Hampshire
"My mother was cared for with compassion and patience in the 2 years she stayed in Woodpeckers we never say any member of staff get cross or…"  Read all 104 reviews
  • from £1,328 / week
  • 41 Rooms
Group/Owner Colten Care Ltd

Originally a private residence, Woodpeckers has been tastefully extended and adapted to provide every modern convenience, while still retaining a homely atmosphere. Residents enjoy companionship ... Read more

Older Person Care Permanent CareRespite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Nursing Care