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Birkin Lodge Care & Nursing Home

Camden Park, Hawkenbury, Tunbridge Wells, Kent TN2 5AE
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The home has always had a friendly and caring atmospherePaul T(Son of Resident/Service User)
Birkin Lodge Care & Nursing Home, Tunbridge Wells
I don't think I would get better treatment anywhereS H(Wife of Resident/Service User)
Birkin Lodge Care & Nursing Home, Tunbridge Wells
The staff have been fantastic, they are always so kind and happyT H(Daughter of Resident/Service User)
Birkin Lodge Care & Nursing Home, Tunbridge Wells

Birkin Lodge Care & Nursing Home offers compassionate family-led nursing and residential care for those with a variety of needs.

Situated in the peaceful town of Tunbridge Wells in Kent, the home is exactly that - a home. The team create an environment for residents where they feel comfortable and safe by getting to know each of them on an individual basis, allowing the team to provide care tailored to...  

Care Provided by Birkin Lodge Care & Nursing Home

Primary Care Categories

  • Older Person Care
  • Dementia

Length of Stay

  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care

Care Types Provided

  • Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
  • For a maximum of 38 Service Users

Dementia Care Types

  • Mild Dementia
  • Moderate Dementia

Other Care Provided

  • Parkinson's Disease
  • Stroke
  • Palliative / End of Life Care
  • Bariatric Care/Obesity
  • Convalescent Care

Facilities

  • Own Furniture if required
  • Close to Local shops
  • Near Public Transport
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair Access
  • Gardens
  • Television point in own room
  • Residents Internet Access

Funding & Fees

Weekly Charges per Person

Type of carePermanentRespite
Residential CareFrom £1,500From £1,550
Residential Dementia CareFrom £1,500From £1,550
Nursing CareFrom £1,700From £1,750
Nursing Dementia CareFrom £1,700From £1,750

All our fees are subject to a care needs assessment. All fees quoted are a guideline, please contact the care home for a detailed price for your care requirements.

Contact Birkin Lodge Care & Nursing 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 chose 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

Group / Owner

Person in charge

  • Miguel Mansilla (Home Manager)

Local Authority / Social Services

Admission Information

  • Ages 65+

Care Home Design/Build

  • Purpose Built: No
  • Last Refurbishment: 2011
  • Number of floors: 2

Room Information

  • Single Rooms (38)

Visiting

  • Visitors are welcome at any time

Parking

  • There is an onsite car park

Birkin Lodge Care & Nursing Home Reviews (70)

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9.3

Birkin Lodge Care & Nursing Home has a Review Score of 9.3 (9.343) out of 10, based on 10 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Birkin Lodge Care & Nursing Home has 70 reviews.

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Review from Danielle E (Granddaughter of Resident) published on 2 October 2017 Submitted via Postal Card
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Genuine caring and friendly staff.

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Review from Janice B (Niece of Resident) published on 14 September 2017 Submitted via Postal Card
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My relative has been resident at Birkin for one year.
I can honestly say that I have no complaints at all.
The staff are kind and friendly and have the residents interests at heart all the time.

The staff will go to any lengths to accommodate any requests and are thoroughly thoughtful and compassionate.

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Review from M W (Friend of Resident) published on 12 September 2017 Submitted via Postal Card
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When I visit my friend staff are always on hand and seem caring.

I visited on the 31st August as it was my friend's 93rd Birthday. The lounge was decorated with birthday banners and balloons, they gave him a card, present and arranged a small tea with us, visitors. They also made a birthday cake all so very caring of the staff. My husband and I were very impressed.

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Review from Janice G (Daughter of Resident) published on 16 August 2017 Submitted via Postal Card
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The home is very clean and the food is satisfactory. I don't think the care staff are very nice at times when asked about anything they keep the person waiting a long time. I know it can't always be helped as I worked for twenty years in a care home then I retired.

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Review from W J B (Brother-in-law of Resident) published on 5 July 2017 Submitted via Postal Card
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Very good.

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Review from Val M (Niece of Resident) published on 1 March 2017 Submitted via Postal Card
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Aged 91 aunty was finding it difficult to cope and left the house she had been living in since 1950 and moved to sheltered housing, this lasted 6 months with different illnesses, complete deafness, lack of movement, was very reluctantly encouraged to move to a care home. We had no knowledge of Birkin Lodge apart from the fact that it had single rooms. At first, she was terribly nervous but she met staff who were very helpful. As well as settling her in they were brilliant at answering phone calls to set family members minds at rest. She enjoyed her single room with all necessities and gradually started to join in with activities, painting etc and joined in communal meals. Her general health improved due to the attention of competent nursing staff. Last year with encouragement she wrote a few Christmas cards this year but this year with help from care attendant we were all included. I truly believe this is due to the great care and support she is receiving at Birkin Lodge I cannot thank them enough.

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Review from J C (Son of Resident) published on 25 October 2016 Submitted via Postal Card
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As a family, we have been very pleased with how the staff at Birkin Lodge have cared for our elderly father. There always seems to be staff available to help out, even if a short wait is sometimes involved. Father's needs are constantly assessed and updated to meet his declining health. Also very good support from the local hospice who work closely with the home.

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Review from R W (Resident / Service User) published on 14 October 2016 Submitted via Postal Card
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The staff are very friendly and make you welcome and ask if you like a cup of tea. Very clean and tidy. I would recommend people to live here when I get old. I would love to come and stay here. Very friendly people and staff.

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Review from P S (Son of Resident) published on 11 October 2016 Submitted via Postal Card
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I think the staff at the home do their best to make the residents lives as enjoyable as possible given the ongoing health problems they may have. Birkin Lodge Care Home has had difficulty in retaining a manager over the last year or so but the present incumbent seems to have settled in well. I think as is probably the case with a lot of care homes that you could do with more staff especially at weekends.

Reply from Bethany Gibbons, Marketing Assitant at Birkin Lodge Care & Nursing Home
Thank you very much for the feedback, we welcome all comments that will help to improve our care services.

Whilst there has perhaps been an unsettled time in finding strong leadership for the home, the new Manager of Birkin Lodge, is now in post. She is an experienced manager with a track record...  

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Review from D J B (Sister of Resident) published on 27 September 2016 Submitted via Postal Card
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You have too many people coming and going in charge. Not good for the residents.

Reply from Bethany Gibbons, Marketing Assistant at Birkin Lodge Care & Nursing Home
Thank you very much for the feedback, we feel it is really important to hear the good comments and equally the not as good.

Whilst there has perhaps been an unsettled time in finding strong leadership for the home, the new Manager of Birkin Lodge, is now in post. She is an experienced manager with...  

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Awards / Recognitions (12)

  • 30 Jan 2026Recipient: Country Court
  • 31 Jan 2025Recipient: Country Court
  • 31 Jan 2024Recipient: Country Court

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Meet the Team (4)

Miguel Mansilla
Miguel MansillaJob Title:Home ManagerJoined: 2024

Miguel is our Home Manager at Birkin Lodge. Miguel is passionate about delivering the highest standards of family-led person-centred care and enjoys getting to know our residents and their families.

Rebecca Saunders
Rebecca SaundersJob Title:Home AdministratorJoined: 2015

Becky is our friendly and organised Home Administrator at Birkin Lodge. She supports residents, families, and the team with day-to-day admin and ensures everything runs smoothly. With a passion for person-centred care, Becky helps create a welcoming home.

Kalypso & Nikki
Kalypso & Nikki Job Title:Well-being TeamJoined: 2024

Kalypso and Nikki are our Wellbeing Coordinators and spend their time organising activities that keep residents active and connected. They love getting to know what our residents enjoy and making sure there’s always something meaningful for them to take part in.

Meenu Patrick Joseph Gomez
Meenu Patrick Joseph GomezJob Title:Care AssistantJoined: 2024

Meenu is a Care Assistant and supports residents with their daily needs, always offering a friendly face and a helping hand. She takes pride in making sure residents feel comfortable, safe, and valued.

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