carehome.co.uk Top 20 Care Home Awards 2026

carehome.co.uk Top 20 Care Home Awards South East England 2026


These awards are based on reviews from residents, service users, and their families and friends. Read more about the carehome.co.uk 2026 Awards

Winners ordered alphabetically

Abbots Wood Manor Care Home
116 London Road, Hailsham BN27 3AL
"I am so glad I chose this home for my husband, following his severe stroke. His room is spacious and comfortable, the food is good quality…"  Read all 45 reviews
  • from £1,800 / week
  • 60 Rooms

Rated as Good in all areas by the CQC (February 2023), and featured in the Luxury Care Home Guide 2022, Abbots Wood Manor offers award-winning residential, dementia and nursing care, as well as short ... Read more

Older Person Care Permanent CareRespite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
Abbotswood Court Care Home
Minchin Road, Romsey SO51 0BL
"As a family, we can't praise Abbotswood and all its staff highly enough. Our mother is well cared for and happy. From Lee (manager) to…"  Read all 124 reviews
  • from £1,900 / week
  • 66 Rooms

Abbotswood Court, part of the award-winning Cinnamon Care Collection, are proud to have been recognised in the carehome.co.uk Awards as a Top 20 Care Home, South East 2026. It offers a warm, ... Read more

Older Person Care Permanent CareRespite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
Beechwood Grove
44-48 East Dean Road, Eastbourne BN20 8EH
"Dad has been a resident on the Nursing Floor at Beechwood Grove since December 2024. Sadly he is now unable to take part in all the lovely…"  Read all 92 reviews
  • from £1,600 / week
  • 61 Rooms
Group/Owner Oakland Care

Beechwood Grove is a purpose-built care home offering the highest quality residential, nursing, dementia and respite care in a five-star setting. Beechwood Grove has 60 individual en-suite rooms ... Read more

Older Person Care Permanent CareRespite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
Breton Court
Grange Road, St Michaels, Tenterden TN30 6EE
"Mum is very happy and settled. Considered this her home from day 1 and loves the staff. This gives me the peace of mind to know she is…"  Read all 82 reviews
  • from £1,595 / week
  • 28 Rooms
Group/Owner A Better Care

Breton Court is set in an idyllic residential location in the village of St Michaels, just minutes away from the beautiful town of Tenterden. A truly dedicated team provide residential care, day ... Read more

Older Person Care Permanent CareRespite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Learning Disability Care
The Burlington
68 Manygate Lane, Shepperton TW17 9EE
"I am writing this review to express my deepest gratitude for the exceptional care my aunt has received since moving in to The Burlington 3…"  Read all 121 reviews
  • from £1,700 / week
  • 78 Rooms

At The Burlington, they believe in quality care. Care so good it’s unexpected. Situated in the peaceful town of Shepperton, Surrey, their care home is designed with modern sophistication and ... Read more

Older Person Care Permanent CareRespite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
Denham Manor
Halings Lane, Denham, Uxbridge UB9 5DQ
"Very impressed with all the staff at the home. My father who passed away in 2020 was in a care home in Harrow. There was no comparison. The…"  Read all 99 reviews
  • from £1,600 / week
  • 53 Rooms
Group/Owner Care UK

Located in the village of Denham, Denham Manor provides round the clock residential, dementia and nursing care on a permanent and respite basis. Set in a beautiful old manor house overlooking the ... Read more

Older Person Care Permanent CareRespite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
Excelcare Neath House
Currier Drive, Neath Hill, Milton Keynes MK14 6NS
"My Dad recently passed at nearly 93 years of age but what a wonderful past two years he had at Neath House Care Home. I cannot speak more…"  Read all 65 reviews
  • from £1,375 / week
  • 47 Rooms
Group/Owner Excelcare

Neath Hill Care Centre is full of charm and character and has a distinct homely feeling. Situated in a quiet residential area of Milton Keynes, there are strong local community links with local shops ... Read more

Older Person Care Permanent CareRespite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
The Homestead
24 Flax Crescent, Shilton Park, Carterton OX18 1NA
"My mother's been in the car home for the past three years here The commitment from staff and everyone at the care home is absolutely…"  Read all 77 reviews
  • from £1,810 / week
  • 68 Rooms
Group/Owner MHA

Located in the heart of Carterton, near the scenic Cotswolds, MHA The Homestead offers a bright, modern environment where residents can truly thrive. Built in 2008, the spacious home provides ... Read more

Older Person CareYounger Adult Care Permanent CareRespite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
Kingsbury Court Care Home
Guildford Road, Bisley, Woking GU24 9AB
"This is my first visit since my mother was transferred to Kingsbury from another care home. I was impressed with the room, lounges and…"  Read all 104 reviews
  • from £1,660 / week
  • 60 Rooms

Kingsbury Court Care Home is a 2015 addition to the Maria Mallaband care home range, purpose-designed to offer three separate floors for residential, nursing and dementia care practice. All ... Read more

Older Person Care Permanent CareRespite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
  • Learning Disability Care
  • Mental Health Care
Merriman Grange Care Home
102 Warren Road, Worthing BN14 9QH
"My parents have been beneficiaries of the Care provided by Merriman Grange Care home since it opened in April 2025. I have regularly…"  Read all 27 reviews
  • from £1,825 / week
  • 81 Rooms

Merriman Grange Care Home in Worthing is part of the award-winning Cinnamon Care Collection, and is proud to have been recognised as a Top 20 Care Home in the South East Region, in the carehome.co.uk ... Read more

Older Person Care Permanent CareRespite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
Merryfield House Nursing Home
33 New Yatt Road, Witney OX28 1NX
"Mum came to the home for about two years. She had a stroke and other health problems. The home and all the staff are amazing and gave mum…"  Read all 117 reviews
  • from £1,585 / week
  • 24 Rooms

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
Mornington Court
7 Barrs Avenue, New Milton BH25 5HL
"Both management and staff are outstanding. I am a husband of a resident and I am permitted to use the home as my second home. I go home in…"  Read all 46 reviews
  • from £1,750 / week
  • 57 Rooms

Mornington Court Care Home in New Milton is part of the award-winning Cinnamon Care Collection, and is proud to have been recognised as a Top 20 Care Home in the South East Region, in the ... Read more

Older Person CareYounger Adult Care Permanent CareRespite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Mental Health Care
Olney Meadows Nursing Home
2 Worcester Way, Olney MK46 5GP
"The staff went above and beyond to help the family get our mother into the care home on the day we contacted them. Everyone is friendly and…"  Read all 33 reviews
  • from £1,500 / week
  • 67 Rooms

Olney Meadows Nursing Home is a new luxury care home in the town of Olney offering residential care, nursing care and specialist dementia care. The care home has 66 beautiful bedrooms and spacious ... Read more

Older Person Care Permanent CareRespite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
Place Farm House
Ladies Mile Road, Patcham, Brighton BN1 8QE
"My mum has been very happy and all staff are extremely helpful and have a great sense of humour. Quality of care excellent. Lovely, bright…"  Read all 87 reviews
  • from £1,350 / week
  • 23 Rooms

Place Farm House is situated in the quaint village of Patcham, 3 miles from the centre of Brighton. It prides itself on family-run, high-quality care and has built up a strong reputation in the ... Read more

Older Person Care Permanent CareRespite Care
  • Residential Care
St David's Nursing Home
Ascot Priory, Priory Road, Ascot SL5 8RS
"The whole staff at St David's are kind, responsive and caring. My wife has been a resident now for almost 3 years and my family feel so…"  Read all 71 reviews
  • from £1,950 / week
  • 39 Rooms

St David's Nursing Home focuses on a service of quality care and personal dignity, overseen by experienced care workers and set in beautiful grounds. The provider has maintained the site to a high ... Read more

Older Person Care Permanent CareRespite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
  • Learning Disability Care
  • Mental Health Care
Summerlands
Summerhill Lane, Lindfield, Haywards Heath RH16 1RW
"I have been at Summerland since 2021 and came here as my sister was here and I had been very impressed with her care and the general…"  Read all 93 reviews
  • from £1,200 / week
  • 30 Rooms

Summerlands is situated in pleasant surroundings, while being a short walk from village amenities, allowing residents to pursue an active and fulfilling lifestyle as much as they wish. All rooms ... Read more

Older Person Care Permanent CareRespite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
Templeton Place Care Home
Hurst Way, Nursling, Southampton SO16 0AZ
"All seams very good staff very friendly made Yvonne very welcome and she seems happy main thing thank you.…"  Read all 23 reviews
  • from £1,550 / week
  • 80 Rooms

Now open and welcoming its first residents, Templeton Place in Southampton offers exceptional care, within a luxury environment. Templeton Place is part of the multi award-winning Hamberley Care ... Read more

Older Person Care Permanent CareRespite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
Warren Lodge
Warren Lane, Finchampstead, Wokingham RG40 4HR
"From the moment we contacted Warren Lodge all staff were welcoming knowledgeable and helpful. After viewing some other care homes we knew…"  Read all 146 reviews
  • from £1,600 / week
  • 55 Rooms

Welcome to Warren Lodge Care Centre in Wokingham, Berkshire. Set amid the stunning Royal Berkshire countryside, the recently renovated home offers 24-hour care for those over the age of 65, and the ... Read more

Older Person Care Permanent CareRespite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Learning Disability Care
  • Mental Health Care
Wellington Grange
Broyle Road, Chichester PO19 6ED
"I stayed at Wellington Grange for respite care after breaking an arm and shoulder. I found all the staff helpful, professional and kind. I…"  Read all 115 reviews
  • from £1,564 / week
  • 76 Rooms
Group/Owner Colten Care Ltd

Colten Care has now opened two beautiful top floor suites, The Martlets and The Witterings. They have been designed to enable couples to continue living together, with support from the home team ... Read more

Older Person Care Permanent CareRespite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
Wellington Vale Care Home
Darnel Road, Waterlooville PO7 7TY
"Until the time comes when you have to make the decision to move your loved one into residential care, I don't think anyone can comprehend…"  Read all 173 reviews
  • from £1,750 / week
  • 80 Rooms

Wellington Vale is a purpose-built luxury care home set on the leafy borders of Denmead and Waterlooville. The home provides expert nursing, residential, dementia and short-stay care in elegant, ... Read more

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