
My mother joined Withens at the end of August and I must say how impressed I am with her care so farJ D(Daughter of Resident/Service User)

The nursing care is exemplaryM K(Goddaughter of Resident/Service User)

Dad is happy here and we know that he is well thought of and cared for by everyone who works hereJ I(Daughter of Resident/Service User)

My mother joined Withens at the end of August and I must say how impressed I am with her care so farJ D(Daughter of Resident/Service User)

The nursing care is exemplaryM K(Goddaughter of Resident/Service User)

Dad is happy here and we know that he is well thought of and cared for by everyone who works hereJ I(Daughter of Resident/Service User)

Situated in the pleasant village of Southfleet, Withens Nursing Home is a traditional and comfortable care facility with 27 rooms available for nursing care for the elderly.
Enjoy a warm and friendly environment that includes traditional features, a large conservatory, beautiful well-maintained gardens and extensive views of the Kent countryside.
Withens Nursing Home believes in a person-centred approach to care, employing specialist medical and healthcare expertise to ensure that residents' needs are met.
Care Provided by Withens Nursing Home
Primary Care Categories
- Older Person Care
- Physical Disability
- Visual / Hearing Impairment
Length of Stay
- Permanent Care
- Respite Care
Care Types Provided
- Residential Care
- Nursing Care
- For a maximum of 33 Service Users
Other Care Provided
- Parkinson's Disease
- Stroke
- Palliative / End of Life Care
- COPD/Pulmonary Disease
- Convalescent Care
Facilities
- Own Furniture if required
- Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
- Near Public Transport
- Lift
- Wheelchair Access
- Gardens
- Television point in own room
- Residents Internet Access
Funding & Fees
Weekly Charges per Person
Contact Withens Nursing Home to confirm what's included and get a personalised quote:
*All fee’s are based on a pre-admission assessment conducted by the team at Withens Nursing Home. Our Nursing fees do not included FNC contribution (NHS-funded Nursing Care)
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact Withens Nursing Home for full pricing details and T&Cs.
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.
Tours
Good to Know
Group / Owner
- RCH Care Homes Ltd
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Gurpreet Vara (General Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Ages 65+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: No
- Last Refurbishment: -1
- Number of floors: 2
Room Information
- Single Rooms (33)
Visiting
- Withens welcome visitors to Withens Nursing Home. Please contact the home directly for the latest visiting arrangement.
Parking
- Car parking is available
Withens Nursing Home Reviews (99)
Withens Nursing Home has a Review Score of 9.6 (9.554) out of 10, based on 33 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Withens Nursing Home has 99 reviews.
All staff are attentive, caring and very professional. Her complex needs are understood and monitored. Recently the activities have increased and keep the residents more occupied.
All staff are attentive, caring and very professional. Her complex needs are understood and monitored. Recently the activities have increased and keep the residents more occupied.
Thank you for your kind review. We're so pleased to hear that your loved one's needs are well understood and supported, and that the team's care and professionalism have stood out. It's also lovely to know the increased activities are making a positive difference.
My mother-in-law has been at the home for the last 8 months. During this period of time, I have found her to be happy and content. The staff I have found to be conscientious and concerned about her wellbeing and health, they are an asset to the home. The new manager is engaging, empathetic, and...
My mother-in-law has been at the home for the last 8 months. During this period of time, I have found her to be happy and content. The staff I have found to be conscientious and concerned about her wellbeing and health, they are an asset to the home. The new manager is engaging, empathetic, and always available if and when needed.
Thank you for your thoughtful review. We're so pleased to hear that your mother-in-law has been happy and content over the past eight months. Your kind words about the team's dedication and the new manager's approachable and empathetic leadership mean a great deal and will be warmly shared with everyone.
My mother in law like most of the staff but sometimes her mind has replace their faces with people she is not keen on, and in that situation they excel. The nurses are patient and offer great care. Even the receptionist is brilliant as she reminds her of her friend from when she was 13. They could...
My mother in law like most of the staff but sometimes her mind has replace their faces with people she is not keen on, and in that situation they excel. The nurses are patient and offer great care. Even the receptionist is brilliant as she reminds her of her friend from when she was 13. They could improve with an added cleaners or extra 3 - 4 carers just to help as they seems to be run off their feet.
Thank you for your thoughtful review. We're so pleased to hear your mother-in-law feels well cared for and that the team's patience and kindness shine through in their support. Your kind words about the nurses and receptionist will mean a great deal. We also value your feedback about staffing, which will be shared with the management team.
My brother was admitted to 'Withens Nursing Home' from hospital to a 6 week assessment bed. The 'room' was extremely small, only big enough to take a single bed and a wardrobe with a sink. No chairs! He had only one window with no overlook except a tree. He had a diagnosis of emphysema....
My brother was admitted to 'Withens Nursing Home' from hospital to a 6 week assessment bed. The 'room' was extremely small, only big enough to take a single bed and a wardrobe with a sink. No chairs! He had only one window with no overlook except a tree. He had a diagnosis of emphysema. Unfortunately, he passed away suddenly on Wednesday, the 9th of April unexpectedly. I had informed the nursing staff on Monday that he was chesty and coughing. The manager is not a nice person; his personality was awful. The care staff were wonderful. The nurses were mostly arrogant and did not in my opinion, do their best of care. I was my brother's next of kin. If I had known what an awful place it is I would've fought more to move him. I do not see one of the residents out of bed any time.
Thank you for sharing your feedback. I'm truly sorry to hear that your experience with our home has not met your expectations. Please accept our sincere apologies for any disappointment or concerns you've encountered. As a team, we care deeply about every residents and their families, it is...
Thank you for sharing your feedback. I'm truly sorry to hear that your experience with our home has not met your expectations. Please accept our sincere apologies for any disappointment or concerns you've encountered. As a team, we care deeply about every residents and their families, it is upsetting to hear that you don't feel fully supported. Our nursing and care staff work in this sector because we genuinely want to help and care for others - it's at the heart of everything we do. Your comments matter to us, and we would appreciate the opportunity to discuss any specific concerns so we can better support family and residents in the future.We understand that the home is not purpose-built, which means that some rooms may be smaller than what newer facilities offer. However, we always aim to make our spaces as comfortable as possible and do have chairs and additional furniture available should this help enhance the room's usability. Best Lee
A fabulous care home with fabulous staff. It was warm and welcoming and treated my dad with dignity and respect.
A fabulous care home with fabulous staff. It was warm and welcoming and treated my dad with dignity and respect.
All the staff at Withens Nursing Home, managers, nurses, carers, maintenance & chef are fantastic. Attentive and empathetic and truly understands my dad's complicated needs. I couldn't wish my dad to be anywhere else. Rooms, facilities, safety, food & drink and more couldn't be better. The key...
A+++++ thank you.
Very friendly and welcoming. my mother is very happy living at Withens. The staff are caring and cater for all my mother's needs, they always make a special effort to keep the residents engaged and happy.
Very friendly and welcoming. my mother is very happy living at Withens. The staff are caring and cater for all my mother's needs, they always make a special effort to keep the residents engaged and happy.
The home has a very friendly and kind atmosphere where everybody's needs are catered for.
The home has a very friendly and kind atmosphere where everybody's needs are catered for.
Thank you so much for your lovely feedback. Best
They even have a wonderful therapy dog that visits and brightens up the day!
They even have a wonderful therapy dog that visits and brightens up the day!
Thank you for your lovely review, we all love when Sooty visit's our residents. Best General Manager
Mum moved into Withens on the 16th of December. And our first impressions have been very positive. The staff are very friendly and welcoming, both to Mum and us the family. The home itself is also bright and airy with plenty of room. But most importantly the level of care seems excellent.
Mum moved into Withens on the 16th of December. And our first impressions have been very positive. The staff are very friendly and welcoming, both to Mum and us the family. The home itself is also bright and airy with plenty of room. But most importantly the level of care seems excellent.
Dear Clive, Thank you for your lovely review, it is very pleasing to know that mum has settled in so well here at WIthens.
I have been visiting The Withens Nursing Home for a few months to see my friend. I have always been made to feel welcome. The home is genuinely a home from home to the residents who are so well cared for. From the carers to the activities they really do try to cater for everyone. My friend is...
I have been visiting The Withens Nursing Home for a few months to see my friend. I have always been made to feel welcome. The home is genuinely a home from home to the residents who are so well cared for. From the carers to the activities they really do try to cater for everyone. My friend is encouraged to join other residents in the lounge where they have many activities but on days when she feels like staying in her room the staff visit regularly to check on her and always with a smile.
Thank you for your kind words, we are so pleased that your loved one feels so settled and happy with day to day life here at Withens.
We chose this home for Mum because it felt instantly homely and welcoming. All staff that I've met have been friendly, helpful and genuinely caring and even though Mum is bed-bound and can't take part in activities, the lovely activities staff do come in to chat to her too. We particularly liked...
We chose this home for Mum because it felt instantly homely and welcoming. All staff that I've met have been friendly, helpful and genuinely caring and even though Mum is bed-bound and can't take part in activities, the lovely activities staff do come in to chat to her too. We particularly liked the fact that some staff have been at Withens for many years. Mum's dietary needs are well catered for, the food is good and freshly cooked on the premises daily, there's always plenty on offer, even if it's not on the menu. Mum's room (with lovely garden view) seemed to have been freshly decorated before arrival and every effort was made by the caretaker to help make her room and outlook personalised, hanging pictures and he even put fairy lights up for her! It's been two months since Mum came here and I honestly feel we made the right and best choice in homes for her in our area. Thank you all.
Thank you for your kind review and feedback, we are so glad Mum has settled so well.
My mother joined Withens at the end of August and I must say how impressed I am with her care so far. Any teething problems were quickly resolved by the superb management and the whole team. The fact that some of the staff have been at Withens for over 20 years speaks volumes. The food is...
My mother joined Withens at the end of August and I must say how impressed I am with her care so far. Any teething problems were quickly resolved by the superb management and the whole team. The fact that some of the staff have been at Withens for over 20 years speaks volumes. The food is excellent, and the ongoing refurbishments are making it even more comfortable for all of the residents and their families. Making it more like a home-from-home rather than a nursing home. Carry on doing what you are doing!
Dear J, Thank you for your very kind review, we are so pleased that Mum has settled in so well and you as a family feel that it is home from home. Many thanks.
My dad was with you for 2 years. He loved everyone who looked after him, especially the ones who would pop a chocolate in his mouth as they passed his room. We could not have wished for a better home for him. Staff that genuinely did care. I would highly recommend Whithens.
My dad was with you for 2 years. He loved everyone who looked after him, especially the ones who would pop a chocolate in his mouth as they passed his room. We could not have wished for a better home for him. Staff that genuinely did care. I would highly recommend Whithens.
Thank you for your kind review - it was a pleasure to care for Dad while he was here at Withens. All the best, the team here at Withens.
Mum seems to have settled here well. The staff and carers are doing a great job. My only concern is I don't see any interaction with the other residents, but that may well be Mum's own wishes. She was always very social but now seems a little isolated. But on the whole, Withens is doing a good job.
Mum seems to have settled here well. The staff and carers are doing a great job. My only concern is I don't see any interaction with the other residents, but that may well be Mum's own wishes. She was always very social but now seems a little isolated. But on the whole, Withens is doing a good job.
Thank you for your freview, I appreciate your views. I hope you understand that we cannot discuss other residents, however, I would like to reassure you that we take into consideration individual choices and preference. If you would like to discuss this in detail please contact me at your earliest convenience. Kind regards.
Every time we visit the staff are always friendly and accommodating. The facilities are very good and everything clean (no nasty wee smells). My sister is well cared for which is what is most important for all.
Every time we visit the staff are always friendly and accommodating. The facilities are very good and everything clean (no nasty wee smells). My sister is well cared for which is what is most important for all.
Thank you for your lovely review, it is very pleasing to hear that you feel a warm welcome when you visit your sister here at Withens. Kind regards Lee
Had a lovely afternoon at the garden party with our dad. All of the staff are so kind and caring. Nothing is too much trouble. Dad is happy here and we know that he is well thought of and cared for by everyone who works here. Thank you so much for all you do for our dad.
Had a lovely afternoon at the garden party with our dad. All of the staff are so kind and caring. Nothing is too much trouble. Dad is happy here and we know that he is well thought of and cared for by everyone who works here. Thank you so much for all you do for our dad.
Thank you for your lovely review, we are so pleased Dad feels so settled and cared for here at Withens. We are also pleased to hear that Dad and family enjoyed our summer garden party. Best Wishes Lee
We attended the garden party and fully enjoyed it with Dad, the staff were very welcoming and made the...
We attended the garden party and fully enjoyed it with Dad, the staff were very welcoming and made the experience really nice.
Well done everyone!
Thank you for your lovely review, it is very pleasing to hear that you and your family felt reassured when moving Dad into Withens. Lastly thank you for your kind words about the garden party and how welcomed you felt. Best Wishes Lee
Very friendly staff, lovely surroundings. My dad is noticeably happier.
Very friendly staff, lovely surroundings. My dad is noticeably happier.
Thank you for your lovely review, we are pleased to hear Dad is so settled and noticeably happier here at Withens. Kind regards Lee
The home is a friendly and warm place. My dad's mood and health have improved significantly since being here. The staff are loved and make me feel reassured that my dad is in a safe environment. I cannot thank them enough.
The home is a friendly and warm place. My dad's mood and health have improved significantly since being here. The staff are loved and make me feel reassured that my dad is in a safe environment. I cannot thank them enough.
Thank you for your lovely review. Many thanks.
Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 21 October 2021Good
- 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
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News (30) & Events (0)
- 29 Sep 2026
Residents, relatives and team members at Withens Nursing Home in Southfleet enjoyed a summer party with a difference when the home hosted a celebration inspired by The Greatest Showman. Rain...
- 22 Sep 2026
Residents, relatives and team members at Withens Nursing Home came together to celebrate a very special milestone as much-loved Care Assistant Lucy marked her 50th birthday. The celebration was also...
- 26 Jul 2026
Local Charity Champions Named Withens Nursing Home's Southfleet Superheroes for July. Withens Nursing Home is celebrating three remarkable members of the local community after naming Dave, Cheryl and George Taylor...
There are no upcoming events for Withens Nursing Home.
Awards / Recognitions (5)
- 22 Mar 2024Recipient: Withens Nursing Home
- 17 Nov 2023Recipient: Withens Nursing Home
- 06 Nov 2021Recipient: RCH Care Homes Ltd
Accreditations
There are no accreditations posted yet for Withens Nursing Home.
Meet the Team (1)

With over 16 years’ experience as a trained nurse and five years in care home leadership, Gurpreet brings a wealth of knowledge and passion to her...
With over 16 years’ experience as a trained nurse and five years in care home leadership, Gurpreet brings a wealth of knowledge and passion to her role at Withens Nursing Home. Her background includes senior roles in large nursing homes and specialist rehabilitation services, where she developed a strong focus on person-centred care, safeguarding, and staff development.
Gurpreet is driven by the belief that every individual deserves dignity, respect, and meaningful care. She thrives on building supportive environments where residents feel truly at home and her team feels empowered to grow. For her, it’s the personal connections and daily impact that make the work so rewarding.
She describes Withens as a warm and welcoming home set in beautiful countryside, with a dedicated team and a vibrant activities programme that truly enhances residents’ lives.Outside of work, Gurpreet has a creative background in the arts, a deep-rooted connection to healthcare through her family, and a love for learning new skills.
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