
She was genuinely happy at Alfriston Court and loved all the staff.Jacky S(Daughter-in-law of Resident/Service User)

never failed to be impressed by the standard of care, the attention to detailJeremy R(Son of Resident/Service User)

His room was spotless and so homely. Visiting was always accommodatedRachel M(Granddaughter of Resident/Service User)

She was genuinely happy at Alfriston Court and loved all the staff.Jacky S(Daughter-in-law of Resident/Service User)

never failed to be impressed by the standard of care, the attention to detailJeremy R(Son of Resident/Service User)

His room was spotless and so homely. Visiting was always accommodatedRachel M(Granddaughter of Resident/Service User)

Stunningly situated on the very edge of picturesque Alfriston where the heart of the village is only a stroll away, this exceptionally spacious Edwardian-style country house commands outstanding views across nearly three acres of beautiful lawns and gardens and of the countryside beyond.
With accommodation for both individuals and couples, Afriston Court encompasses 27 individually designed rooms, some interconnecting and two very large two-roomed suites.
Affording high-quality comfortable living with the envied...
Stunningly situated on the very edge of picturesque Alfriston where the heart of the village is only a stroll away, this exceptionally spacious Edwardian-style country house commands outstanding views across nearly three acres of beautiful lawns and gardens and of the countryside beyond.
With accommodation for both individuals and couples, Afriston Court encompasses 27 individually designed rooms, some interconnecting and two very large two-roomed suites.
Affording high-quality comfortable living with the envied standard of care that has always been provided by Chanctonbury Healthcare’s skilled professionals, Alfriston Court promises specifically designed care to facilitate a relaxing happy retirement, with the knowledge that expert and individual nursing care is available if and when it is needed in the future.
Visitors are welcome at any time and will always be made to feel truly welcome with coffee, tea and biscuits always available. Alfriston Court is an acclaimed care home with a truly respected reputation for excellence.
- Downs restaurant
- Personalised menus
- Room service
- Large individually designed rooms
- Very spacious en suites
- Assisted bathing facilities, if required
- Nutrition and hydration advice
- Social and recreational activities
- Hobbies and crafts
- Community events
Care Provided by Alfriston Court Care Home
Primary Care Categories
- Older Person Care
- Physical Disability
Length of Stay
- Permanent Care
- Respite Care
Care Types Provided
- Residential Care
- Nursing Care
- For a maximum of 30 Service Users
Other Care Provided
- Palliative / End of Life Care
- Convalescent Care
Facilities
- Own Furniture if required
- Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
- Smoking not permitted
- Close to Local shops
- Near Public Transport
- Minibus or other transport
- Lift
- Wheelchair Access
- Gardens
- Phone Point in own room
- Television point in own room
- Residents Internet Access
Funding & Fees
Weekly Charges per Person
Alfriston Court’s fees Nursing care start at £1450 per week depending on the room chosen and the needs of the resident. This is not inclusive of Funded Nursing Care (FNC). FNC is provided by the NHS to nursing homes to support the provision of nursing care by a registered nurse for those assessed as eligible.
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact Alfriston Court Care Home for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact Alfriston Court Care Home 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)
Support you may be entitled to
- If you choose a care home based in England, you may be eligible for NHS Funded Nursing Care (FNC), which helps cover the cost of nursing. This is worth £267.68 per week and is usually paid directly to the care home.
Good to Know
Owner
- Alfriston Care Ltd
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Anita Message (Registered Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Mixed (no single-gender units)
- Ages 65+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: No
- Last Refurbishment: 2024
- Number of floors: 4
Room Information
- Single Rooms (28)
- Couples/Companion Rooms (1)
- Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (17)
Visiting
- Visitors welcome at Alfriston Court at any time and there is ample parking on-site with a dedicated visitors' car park. If wishing to visit outside daylight hours or over the weekend please call ahead to ensure that a member of staff is available to provide entry into the home.
Parking
- Alfriston Court has a free, on site visitors' car park. The car park is signposted when entering the property - it is the second right when driving up the driveway.
Alfriston Court Care Home Reviews (102)
Alfriston Court Care Home has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.878) out of 10, based on 29 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Alfriston Court Care Home has 102 reviews.
The staff are excellent and really care about the residents. My grandmother has really settled in well thanks to their effort and care.
The manager is...
The staff are excellent and really care about the residents. My grandmother has really settled in well thanks to their effort and care.
The manager is friendly and professional. She is very approachable and encourages family input. She has a great understanding of the needs of her residents and works hard with her staff to ensure they are met.
The home has a good range of activities in the home and regularly take the residents out. They also hold open mornings/days for the whole family to come to which are great fun.
The location is absolutely beautiful and my grandmother never tires of the stunning view from her room.
Overall I would highly recommend this care home.
Thank you so much for your incredibly kind words. We will do everything we can to keep our standards high and make sure your grandmother is incredibly happy in our home.
Beautiful setting in the East Sussex countryside that was previously a hotel so rooms and amenities have views, character, size and en-suite bathroom. Mostly permanent staff and hygiene/quality of care is to a high standard.
Beautiful setting in the East Sussex countryside that was previously a hotel so rooms and amenities have views, character, size and en-suite bathroom. Mostly permanent staff and hygiene/quality of care is to a high standard.
Many thanks for your kind words about our home. We continuously strive to improve our services and standards, so we take on board your ratings and will be doing everything we can to make your grandmother's stay as enjoyable and comfortable as possible.
Bed Vacancies
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Awards / Recognitions (1)
- 08 Oct 2021Recipient: Alfriston Court Care Home
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Meet the Team (3)

Anita Message qualified as a Registered General Nurse (RGN) in 1986 before going on to midwifery training and qualifying in 1989.
After having her...
Anita Message qualified as a Registered General Nurse (RGN) in 1986 before going on to midwifery training and qualifying in 1989.
After having her own three daughters and working in a primary school for many years, specifically on a one-to-one basis with Special Education Needs children, Anita applied for the post of Nurse at Alfriston Court in 2018.
She then secured the role of Head of Care at the beginning of 2020, taking on the Registered Manager Role in 2024 following the retirement of Shirley Eyles.
Anita says: “I once heard that, if you found a job you love, then you would never have to work again. If that’s the case, I can honestly say I haven’t worked a single day since September 2018!”
“Alfriston is one of my all-time favourite villages. The setting of Alfriston Court is quite exquisite. I feel that this really is my dream job. Love every second of it.”

Following his initial training as a chef in a BUPA care home, Adam was headhunted by his former BUPA head chef and persuaded to join him at Alfriston...
Following his initial training as a chef in a BUPA care home, Adam was headhunted by his former BUPA head chef and persuaded to join him at Alfriston Court as his second chef, having bagged the top job there when it first opened.
Adam quickly worked his way up, completing sought-after qualifications in hospitality supervision and leadership and, when Alfriston’s head chef moved on, Adam was more than able to step up. He is enormously well-liked and has a superb set of skills which keep his menus exciting, nutritious, traditional yet innovative and well-balanced.
Adam takes great pride in delivering the very best quality cuisine for Alfriston Court’s residents and has been a finalist in the Independent Care Home Caterer of the Year Awards.
“It wasn’t something I was looking for at the time, but I’m very happy I grabbed the opportunity to work at Alfriston Court. Becoming Head Chef has allowed me to develop my skills even further and I really enjoy what I do for our lovely residents.”

Vanessa (aka Nessie, pictured left) was one of the famous Butlins’ Redcoats, a title given to frontline staff at Butlins holiday camps throughout the...
Vanessa (aka Nessie, pictured left) was one of the famous Butlins’ Redcoats, a title given to frontline staff at Butlins holiday camps throughout the UK with duties ranging from adults’ and children’s entertainment to stewarding.
Undergoing a tough selection process, each Redcoat has to show customer services and guest-facing skills and can also showcase their singing and dancing expertise.
Nessie stills absolutely loves singing and entertaining and puts these skills to great use for our residents here at Alfriston Court, which she joined two years ago. One of her biggest aims, she says, is to keep the residents happy and Nessie organises events to keep everyone engaged and as fit as they can be.
Sallyann is a more recent addition to the activities team, but joins us with a mass of experience. We'll update you with her background just as soon as we have it all!
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