
having seen many other homes this one is by far the best and outstanding!!Peter M(Son of Resident/Service User)

I am completely certain that she is in the best place possible for her at this stage of life.Moyra M(Daughter of Resident/Service User)

Overall, the entire team at Limegrove are outstanding.Sophie L(Granddaughter of Resident/Service User)

having seen many other homes this one is by far the best and outstanding!!Peter M(Son of Resident/Service User)

I am completely certain that she is in the best place possible for her at this stage of life.Moyra M(Daughter of Resident/Service User)

Overall, the entire team at Limegrove are outstanding.Sophie L(Granddaughter of Resident/Service User)

Limegrove in East Horsley is operated by the Anchor Hanover Group. It is a purpose-built home, supporting up to 55 older people to live a comfortable lifestyle, as well as providing dementia care. It is located close to the Surrey Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.
The home continues to welcome new residents for a range of residential care services, including convalescence care, respite care, trial stays and long term care.
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Care Provided by Limegrove
Primary Care Categories
- Older Person Care
- Dementia
Length of Stay
- Permanent Care
- Respite Care
Care Types Provided
- Residential Care
- Dementia Residential Care
- For a maximum of 55 Service Users
Dementia Care TypesMild Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "mild dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Memory problems such as misplacing items and not be able to recall recent events (however, in some forms of dementia a person's memory may be unchanged)
- Difficulties thinking through problems and planning, making decisions
- Language and communication issues such as finding it difficult to recall the appropriate word in a conversation or following a conversation
- Poor orientation, getting lost in areas previously familiar to them
- Difficulty judging distances (more falls than usual)
- Changes in their normal mood including anxiety and depression
- In certain types of dementia, personality and behaviour changes may be present alongside or instead of issues with memory or concentration.
Moderate Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "moderate dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Worsened memory problems. Not always recognising own family members and friends. Repeating the same questions over and over again
- Worsened language and communication issues, forgetting what they are saying mid-sentence. Not being able to understand what someone else is saying
- More frequent confusion, e.g. about the time of day or where they are, including their own home
- Apathy, depression and anxiety
- Believing things that aren't true (paranoia)
- Frequent hallucinations
- Lack of emotional control, quick to anger, fearfulness, sadness
- Loss of inhibition
- Difficulties sleeping or waking during the night and behaving as though it is daytime - loss of circadian rhythm.
Advanced Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "severe dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Severe memory problems. Not recognising family members and friends. Not being able to recall their own name
- Severe language and communication issues, not being able to understand what someone else is saying
- Severe confusion, e.g. about the time of day or where they are, including their own home
- Apathy, depression and anxiety
- Believing things that aren't true (paranoia)
- Frequent hallucinations
- Lack of emotional control, quick to anger, fearfulness, sadness
- Loss of inhibition
- Difficulties sleeping or waking during the night and behaving as though it is daytime - loss of circadian rhythm.
Verbally or physically aggressive behaviour
If your loved one displays this type of behaviour you may need a care home that has specially trained staff. Verbal/physical aggression is often defined:
- Consistent shouting and screaming
- Verbal abuse
- Physical abuse
How we define Dementia Care Types
Mild Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "mild dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Memory problems such as misplacing items and not be able to recall recent events (however, in some forms of dementia a person's memory may be unchanged)
- Difficulties thinking through problems and planning, making decisions
- Language and communication issues such as finding it difficult to recall the appropriate word in a conversation or following a conversation
- Poor orientation, getting lost in areas previously familiar to them
- Difficulty judging distances (more falls than usual)
- Changes in their normal mood including anxiety and depression
- In certain types of dementia, personality and behaviour changes may be present alongside or instead of issues with memory or concentration.
Moderate Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "moderate dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Worsened memory problems. Not always recognising own family members and friends. Repeating the same questions over and over again
- Worsened language and communication issues, forgetting what they are saying mid-sentence. Not being able to understand what someone else is saying
- More frequent confusion, e.g. about the time of day or where they are, including their own home
- Apathy, depression and anxiety
- Believing things that aren't true (paranoia)
- Frequent hallucinations
- Lack of emotional control, quick to anger, fearfulness, sadness
- Loss of inhibition
- Difficulties sleeping or waking during the night and behaving as though it is daytime - loss of circadian rhythm.
Advanced Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "severe dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Severe memory problems. Not recognising family members and friends. Not being able to recall their own name
- Severe language and communication issues, not being able to understand what someone else is saying
- Severe confusion, e.g. about the time of day or where they are, including their own home
- Apathy, depression and anxiety
- Believing things that aren't true (paranoia)
- Frequent hallucinations
- Lack of emotional control, quick to anger, fearfulness, sadness
- Loss of inhibition
- Difficulties sleeping or waking during the night and behaving as though it is daytime - loss of circadian rhythm.
Verbally or physically aggressive behaviour
If your loved one displays this type of behaviour you may need a care home that has specially trained staff. Verbal/physical aggression is often defined:
- Consistent shouting and screaming
- Verbal abuse
- Physical abuse
How we define Dementia Care Types
- Mild Dementia
- Moderate Dementia
Facilities
- Own Furniture if required
- Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
- Close to Local shops
- Near Public Transport
- Lift
- Wheelchair Access
- Gardens
- Residents Kitchenette
- Phone Point in own room
- Television point in own room
Funding & Fees
Weekly Charges per Person
Fees can vary depending on care needs and other factors. Our colleagues at Limegrove will be happy to discuss our fees and what is included in these.
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact Limegrove for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact Limegrove to confirm what's included and get a personalised quote:
Funding Types Accepted
- Self-Funding (Private)
- Local Authority with Top-up
- Local Authority
- NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC)
Good to Know
Group / Owner
- Anchor
- Voluntary / Not for Profit Owned
Person in charge
- Stephanie Ensor (Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Mixed (no single-gender units)
- Ages 65+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: Yes
- Year Purpose Built: 2002
Room Information
- Single Rooms (55)
- Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (55)
Visiting
- Visitors are welcome at Limegrove.
Parking
- Onsite parking is available, including disabled spaces.
Limegrove Reviews (82)
Limegrove has a Review Score of 9.8 (9.796) out of 10, based on 21 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Limegrove has 82 reviews.
My dear friend was a resident for nearly 2.5 years (she was the 2nd of my friends to reside in an Anchor home). The Limegrove staff were always caring and very approachable. Visitors are always made so welcome both by the receptionist and the carers. The end-of-life care was excellent and the resident, family and friends also cared for.
I have visited my mother recently and spend prolonged visits to the home. The level of care is exceptional and the quality of activities for residents is excellent. I didn't try the food but I understand it is also good.
I am so happy that my sister is in Limegrove and very safe. It is so welcoming, the staff are caring and so kind. It's so clean, the rooms and bedding, it's so nice to see. What I have seen of the food being served is just lovely. Myself and the family are very happy thank you.
A few weeks ago it was her 100th birthday and the staff were all very excited. On the day, they arranged a hair appointment in the morning, then decorated the whole unit with banners and balloons. A beautiful bouquet of flowers from Anchor Homes was in her room. A small party of relatives came to a party in the afternoon where there was a lovely buffet tea and birthday cake. Definitely above and beyond what they are required to do.
On arriving at Limegrove with my stepmother who suffered from advanced Alzheimers, I was very impressed with the levels of patience and understanding shown to the resident and the time and tolerance for me as all aspects of Limegrove were explained. Standards of care are high, food is very good and the atmosphere is great. My father has now moved in although he was initially only at Limegrove for respite but he too has found a home from home. This outcome has taken all the stress away from me - thank you!
We are very impressed with the care given to my stepmother. The facilities are excellent. The standard of cleanliness is also excellent. All member staff we have met a free friendly and professional. We feel that my stepmother is treated with dignity.
From the first visit to look around to present date, the service, friendliness and helpfulness of the staff has been excellent. My mum has settled in well and every need is attended to very quickly and efficiently. The trips are arranged for the residents, and the feedback is excellent. Christmas and all the activities arranged have been really enjoyed. Absolutely no hesitation in recommending Linegrove.
Excellent accommodation and facilities in a lovely rural location. Staff are very conscientious, caring and can't be faulted. My mother is now 102 years old and extremely happy living there. From what I have seen the food is excellent and the home is very clean and tidy and very efficiently managed. I would recommend it to anyone looking for peace of mind in the placement of their relative!
On visiting Limegrove for the first time I was struck by the sheer friendliness of each and every person I encountered as I was shown around the home. The cleanliness and fresh smell, the organisation and the feeling of home comforts, the gardens, the privacy if wanted. Each corner I turned was a beautiful surprise. It's home from home for the residents, I feel as much part of Limegrove, as I hope Mum will feel once she has settled in. She has been able to take her budgie with her. Today maintenance put up shelves and picture hooks so her lovely room can be truly hers. She has a tree outside her window where we can hang her winter baskets so she can see them each day. Some of her flowers we can bring and plant in the beautiful gardens. The team are just amazing, having Mum at Limegrove has given me the confidence that she will never be alone again and she is truly being cared for. They really have everything covered it's a pleasure to visit, I've been made so welcome.
Following a fall in his home in the last couple of weeks, my independent 100-year-old father has become quite frail. After a short stay at the hospital, I was able to bring my dad back to his house. I don't live locally and it was a stroke of luck when a kind and thoughtful person at the village pharmacy suggested I visit Limegrove Nursing Home. I can honestly say that I have been immensely impressed. The staff are patient and caring. The home is a happy and contented atmosphere. I have full confidence in the management and the staff.
My visitor friends and I feel so happy that all the staff are so caring and helpful. If we ask for their help in any way, they will do their best for us and patients. It always seems so happy and relaxed and any requests we have is never too much trouble. There is always a warm, welcoming feel to this care home.
My mum had been living at Limegrove with dementia for nearly six years when her health declined in July of this year. The end-of-life care which Mum received over the next month was excellent. Every member of the team was so kind and caring and tried to make Mum's last days as stress-free as possible. Their care for me and my family was also exemplary. I can thoroughly recommend them.
My mother stayed for three weeks respite care, allowing my wife and me to go on holiday. My mother normally lives at home but needs someone close by to make regular visits and to be on hand at short notice when help is required. Limegrove provided a safe and welcoming environment for my mother to stay, the staff are friendly and very caring, the facilities are excellent and there is a varied daily menu from which to choose meals. Regular activities are arranged and all the residents we met were very happy. My mother has since told me that she would be very happy to stay at Limegrove again.
We have been very pleased with this care home for my mother, who has dementia. The staff are professional, friendly and caring and although busy always make time if you have a query etc. After six weeks in residence, Mum seems to be settling slowly but surely. There is a feeling of control care and cleanliness about the place with a very good food menu, which is great to see. Thank you for looking after Mum!
Limgrove is just a wonderful place with such caring staff. My mother was in another home but since we arranged to move her to Limegrove we have seen a complete change. The staff are so friendly and always have time for me as a visitor and my mother, a resident. Lots of activities and really good communication. I am so happy that my mother is in Limgrove I could not recommend it enough. Well done to the staff.
After a series of falls, my mother was unable to cope living in her own home. She was aware of Limgrove Care Home and had visited friends over many years. Since becoming a resident, she has been treated with the utmost care and dignity. The staff are extremely friendly and professional. Limegrove has a lovely atmosphere and there is always something entertaining or interesting going on.
My mother is being cared for by the wonderful staff of Limegrove. I cannot fault the care, support and kindness of the staff. It takes a very special person to be a carer and I appreciate how professional, friendly and caring the staff are at Limegrove.
My mother-in-law has been living with us and recently went to Limegrove (in East Horsley) for a three week respite, but has ended up staying. We can't thank the staff, every single one of them, enough for their support at a very difficult time for us. They have all been so amazing, so a massive thank you to every one of you for making the transition that much easier.
Hi, we looked at many care homes for my mum and we have been through this process before with my father, but Limegrove stood out from all the others even my fathers one, it was not just the actual site, layout, cleanliness and organisation of the home, it was the staff, and not just one or two it was everyone from finance to admin to carers, laundry and reception, they were all very friendly and kind considering we took so long in making the decision to putting my mum in a home, we hesitated over months in doing this but they were very kind and patient with us, you can see how happy my mum is with all the activities and people around to interact with, so we know she is safe and well cared for, I do not normally do reviews but I cannot recommend these guys highly enough.
My wife was taken ill and had to go to hospital, she had to stay there for a week. From the outset of her going to hospital, I was kept informed by the home. All of the staff were excellent in her recovery. I would not hesitate to recommend Limegrove Care Home to anybody. The activities are good, even I have joined in the activities. It is very clean and the food is good, I have eaten there. I cannot fault this place. I am very happy for my wife to stay there.
Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 14 April 2022Requires improvement
- CaringGood
- EffectiveGood
- ResponsiveRequires improvement
- SafeRequires improvement
- Well-ledRequires improvement
Inspection ratings
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- Outstanding - The service is performing exceptionally well.
- Good - The service is performing well and meeting our expectations.
- Requires Improvement - The service isn't performing as well as it should and we have told the service how it must improve.
- Inadequate - The service is performing badly and we've taken action against the person or organisation that runs it.
- Not rated - we have not yet rated this area of the service, this is normally because the assessments we have carried out have been focused on other key questions.
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- 19 Dec 2025
Residents and colleagues at Anchor care homes across Surrey are embracing the festive spirit in style. From crafting Christmas decorations and singing carols, to decorating trees and baking festive treats,...
- 09 Oct 2024
Anchor, England’s largest not-for-profit provider of housing and care for people in later life, has received platinum status in the RSPCA’s annual PawPrints Awards for the second year in a...
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