
I cannot Thank the wonderful Staff of Bethune Court enough..A H(Daughter of Resident/Service User)

We are very pleased with the care my sister receives. She is clean and well looked after.Catherine N(Sister of Resident/Service User)

I would recommend this care home to anyone!!S C(Granddaughter of Resident/Service User)

I cannot Thank the wonderful Staff of Bethune Court enough..A H(Daughter of Resident/Service User)

We are very pleased with the care my sister receives. She is clean and well looked after.Catherine N(Sister of Resident/Service User)

I would recommend this care home to anyone!!S C(Granddaughter of Resident/Service User)

Anchor’s Bethune Court in St. Leonards-on-Sea enjoys a location close to the seafront and is within a short distance of the attractions offered by the seaside town.
The home supports older people to live a comfortable lifestyle in single en-suite rooms and continues to welcome new residents for residential and residential dementia care.
The home strives to deliver a range of residential care services, including convalescence care, respite care, trial stays...
Care Provided by Bethune Court
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 45 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
Other Care Provided
- Convalescent Care
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. Colleagues at Bethune Court will be happy to discuss our weekly fees with you and what our fees include.
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact Bethune Court for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact Bethune Court 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
- Angela White(Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Mixed (no single-gender units)
- Ages 65+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: Yes
Room Information
- Single Rooms (45)
- Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (45)
Visiting
- Visitors are welcome at Bethune Court.
Parking
- Onsite parking is available, including disabled spaces.
Bethune Court Reviews (96)
Bethune Court has a Review Score of 9.8 (9.841) out of 10, based on 20 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Bethune Court has 96 reviews.
I can go back to being mums daughter rather than her carer.
Our Mum was in respite care for 2 weeks to give my Dad a rest. My mum was well looked after and cared for. My sister and I visited Bethune Court beforehand as it was highly recommended to me by a couple of different people. When we visited we were shown around the different rooms available. It was very clean and every floor had a lounge for residents to sit in if they wanted and there were daily activities. My mum was in when it was her birthday and they provided a cake and sang to her. Also Elvis popped in and sang and danced with her and everyone else. ALL the staff were amazing and our Mum will be visiting again soon.
The home is well run and welcoming. The staff are fantastic, always so friendly and helpfull.
As Mum was struggling to look after herself despite everything we tried, we encouraged her to stay and make this her home. The transition to go from her own home to a care facility was hard but I can't thank the staff enough for making this as easy as possible and giving mum and me so much support. It made such a difference.
Mum has settled in well , she loves the company, the activities and having her meals with others.
We feel so blessed to have found the right place at the right time for mum.
Thank you to all the staff, especially Ann and Michaela for making the move as smooth as possible and for all their support. P
I am 84 but worked here nights years ago under Olga i also loved it here.
The whole team working there are friendly and always available to discuss matters good or bad in person or over the phone .
I would recommend Bethune Court to anyone considering moving into a residential care home .
Anne and her wonderful team are so kind and professional nothing is too much trouble and are a constant help to us tring to secure a long term residency or Mum.
The home is more like a hotel with wonderful activities for residents, fabulous food spotlessly clean, I cannot praise every member of the team enough for giving us peace of mind knowing Mum is happy settled and content and making new friends and being stimulated daily.
We are very pleased with the care my sister receives. She is clean and well looked after.
I moved here 3 months ago and wish I had moved sooner. I am happy and feel safe. I get on with the staff. I am having trouble with bedroom door it makes a banging noise when coming in or out and wakes me up at night.
2 1/2 months since Cynthia moved in Bethune Court, and I'm quite happy - because she's happy. As good as it gets.
Thank you for taking the time to review Bethune Court and we are pleased that you rate our overall experience as excellent. We're glad you and Cynthia are happy with Bethune Court, where I'm always happy to discuss feedback to ensure that care and all aspects of day-to-day life are to the satisfaction of our residents and their loved ones.
She is thriving and happy (even if she does not show it!!) xxx
My nan has been so much happier since moving to Bethune Court. All the staff are lovely and supports Nan well. She gets involved with all the activities would is great to see. I would recommend this care home to anyone!!
My Dad moved into Bethune as a permanent resident back in October 2024. He was living independently beforehand but had a fall and so more care was needed.
We have been very impressed with the staff at Bethune. They work extremely hard to accomodate over 40 residents all with different needs.
They are kind and compassionate and take time to solve any worries that my Dad has had since his admission.The room is spacious and kept clean and my dad is free to come and go as he pleases within reason so he still feels independent to a point. The meals always look good and the kitchen staff work hard to look after everyone's requirements which is no mean feat!
The daily entertainment is varied and there is always something to join in with
The office staff have been amazing. They follow up any queries quickly and efficiently and always have a smile!
We feel so much relief knowing that when we leave Dad after visiting him that he is in very safe hands.
My Dad has been here for 6 months now. Bethune Court hits very high marks in every respect. The thing that stands out above all is the staff. Professional, friendly and very patient. A great team.
Keep it up
There are a variety of activities for the residents to participate in. Staff are cheerful
The first month of my mum's stay at Bethune Court has been a rollercoaster of emotions for her and the family. The staff at Bethune Court have helped to smooth this transition and cannot be praised enough. Nothing is too much trouble for them as they continue to put my mum's needs at the top of their agenda. Their door is always open and they are keen to offer advice and a smile. The home itself is clean, fresh and welcoming and I would not hesitate in recommending it for your loved one.
We are very pleased with the care Mum has received since moving to Bethune Court. Having previously been very independent, she initially found it difficult to adjust to living in a care home but with the support of all the kind and patient staff, she has slowly but surely started to settle. She enjoys taking part in some of the many and varied activities on offer. Unfortunately, Mum has recently been diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease and the staff are doing everything they can to support both Mum and us, as a family, on this journey.
What started out as a trial respite has turned into a permanent stay as I have had a health problem diagnosed. I couldn't be happier with Bethune Court. Mum has settled in so well, she loves the food and is making friends. She has gone from being at home, feeling isolated to chatty and cheerful. From the very first visit, we've been made welcome and the communication has been great. Thank you to all concerned for making the transition so smooth.
My mother is so very happy at Bethune Court, she has settled in with the staff. Your care team are supportive and caring. My mother is treated with dignity and respect. We are so very happy with her care. All of your staff are perfect, they keep us involved with our mum's health and well-being.
The home is friendly and welcoming. Everyone is so helpful and polite. Mum has settled in very well and is very happy with the activities. She went on an outing recently and enjoyed it very much. If I ever have a query, the admin staff are wonderful and so helpful.
Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 03 February 2023Good
- CaringGood
- EffectiveGood
- ResponsiveGood
- SafeGood
- Well-ledGood
Inspection ratings
We rate most services according to how safe, effective, caring, responsive and well-led they are, using four levels:
- 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.
Bed Vacancies
2 Bed Vacancies
Posted: 27 July 2026We currently have two vacancies for care. Please contact Bethune Court directly for more details.
News (3) & Events (0)
- 19 Dec 2025
Residents and colleagues at Anchor care homes across Sussex are embracing the festive spirit in style. From crafting Christmas decorations and singing carols, to decorating trees and baking festive treats,...
- 19 Aug 2025
A Hastings care home resident has celebrated reaching 100 years of age. Jessie Edmed has lived at Anchor’s Bethune Court care home off Boscobel Road for three years. She marked...
- 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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Frequently Asked Questions about Bethune Court
What types of Care is Bethune Court registered for?
Older Person Care, Dementia are the registered (by the Care Quality Commission) categories of Care.
How many Rooms does Bethune Court have?
There are 45 Single Rooms.
What are the Facilities & Services at Bethune Court?
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 are some of the Facilities & Services.
How far is Bethune Court to the centre of St Leonards-on-Sea?
0.4 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.
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