
Really impressed with the genuine care of my mum and other residentsJ H(Daughter of Resident/Service User)

All the staff were so friendly, smiling. I have never been so welcomed into a home.Denholm R(Friend of Resident/Service User)

The staff were always wonderful to her and welcoming to our family.Hywel B(Son of Resident/Service User)

Really impressed with the genuine care of my mum and other residentsJ H(Daughter of Resident/Service User)

All the staff were so friendly, smiling. I have never been so welcomed into a home.Denholm R(Friend of Resident/Service User)

The staff were always wonderful to her and welcoming to our family.Hywel B(Son of Resident/Service User)

Set within a beautiful historic country house in the heart of Hindhead, Moorhouse Care Home offers high-quality residential and dementia care for up to 36 residents. Care is available on a permanent basis, as well as through pre-bookable short-term respite stays.
The home combines period charm with modern comfort, creating a warm and homely environment where residents feel safe, valued and supported. Bedrooms are bright and individually decorated, with many enjoying...
Care Provided by Moorhouse Care Home
Primary Care Categories
- Older Person Care
- Dementia
- Physical Disability
- Visual / Hearing Impairment
Length of Stay
- Permanent Care
- Respite Care
Care Types Provided
- Residential Care
- Dementia Residential Care
- For a maximum of 38 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
- Advanced/Complex Dementia
Other Care Provided
- Parkinson's Disease
- Stroke
- Convalescent Care
Facilities
- Own Furniture if required
- Smoking not permitted
- Close to Local shops
- Near Public Transport
- Minibus or other transport
- Lift
- Stairlift
- Wheelchair Access
- Gardens
- Phone Point in own room
- Television point in own room
- Residents Internet Access
Funding & Fees
Weekly Charges per Person
Our weekly fee is based on the choice of bedroom and the personal care needs required. Before admission, a professional team member will assess to understand the support and care your loved one requires within the home. A personalised and tailored care plan will be created and monitored daily using our electronic care system.
Home staffed 24 hours a day Meals (breakfast, lunch & dinner), unlimited snacks and drinks Accommodation with bed & and bedding, towels, bedroom furniture, chair, curtains, lighting and individually controlled heating, Laundering of bedding, towels, and personal clothing (except dry cleaning) Unrestricted use of communal areas Cleaning and decoration of rooms Maintenance of grounds and gardens Wi-Fi access Range of in-house activities and external outings (excluding admission fees, if applicable) Care and daily assistance in line with assessment.
Prices quoted are based on permanent residency, per person per week for single occupancy. Prices are subject to an individual care needs assessment and the type of room and services chosen.
Prices correct as of January 2026 but are subject to change. (these prices are only a guideline, please contact our home to find out the exact price for your requirements)
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact Moorhouse Care Home for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact Moorhouse 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)
Good to Know
Group / Owner
- Ashberry Healthcare Ltd
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Julie Watts(Home Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Ages 65+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: No
- Last Refurbishment: 2012
- Number of floors: 3
Room Information
- Single Rooms (30)
- Couples/Companion Rooms (4)
- Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (10)
- Couples/Companion Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (1)
Visiting
- Visiting times are flexible 7 days a week and visitors are encouraged to spend quality time with loved ones. All visitors must sign in and out of the home in the visitor's book in reception.
Parking
- Ample on-site parking is available for convenience.
Moorhouse Care Home Reviews (56)
Moorhouse Care Home has a Review Score of 9.8 (9.828) out of 10, based on 27 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Moorhouse Care Home has 56 reviews.
Really impressed with the genuine care of my mum and other residents from the cleaning staff up to mangamanet. The activities seem really varied and engaging.
Thank you for taking the time to leave such a lovely review. I will pass on your kind words to the staff who will be delighted at your comments.
Mum was 99 years old and moved into Moorhouse for the last 3 months of her life. The staff were always wonderful to her and welcoming to our family. The evening before she died she said how lucky she felt to be where she was. Would thoroughly recommend Moorhouse.
Thank you for taking the time to leave a review. I have shared your kind comments with the staff team. We really appreciate your feedback.
There is a happy atmosphere in the building, the staff are smiling and now talking to the residents during the week. This sadly didn't happen under the previous management team. Long it may continue.
The food quality is so much better. We now have our mid-week roast back on the menu, much better than having sausages twice a week for our midday lunch.
All in all, they are looking up.
Thank you so much for taking the time to send in your kind review. Our chef is always looking to see how he can improve the mealtime experience for residents and our new Breakfast Club is very popular. Our new wellbeing team are now providing activities every day and it is always a pleasure to see...
My aunt has been so well cared for at Moorhouse. The staff have been so helpful and caring. Special thanks to 2 staff members at my aunt's departing. Thank you from all of my aunt's family.
Thank you for taking the time to submit a review. It was a privilege to care for your aunt and she is missed by the whole team. I have shared your kind words with the staff.
My mother-in-law has been at Moorhouse for a number of years and during this time she has developed into a happy and sociable person. The care she has received has been outstanding. The staff are always kind and helpful. The home feels very homely and the food looks nutritious and delicious, like a five-star hotel. Would highly recommend Moorhouse, a very happy, friendly place for a loved one.
Hello, thank you very much for your outstanding review. The staff will be thrilled with your feedback. Our meals are homemade using local suppliers and we offer a daily menu to our residents and encourage them to make their own choices. We have snacks, cakes and sandwiches available 24 hours a day;...
Moorhouse has provided my mum with an excellent level of care since starting earlier this year. She has settled in well and really likes the staff around her and the food. She has never been an outgoing person but it is a joy to see her joining in an afternoon sing-along and being a positive part of the community. From a time when she was in real difficulty, Moorhouse Care Home saved her old age and made it enjoyable again.
Hello, thank you so much for your lovely review. We always appreciate the feedback and I will share it with the team. We have many different personalities in Moorhouse, they all make up our Moorhouse family. We listen to our resident's wishes and encourage all of our residents to have a meaningful...
My wife is a patient at Moorhouse Care Home as she has vascular dementia she thinks it's a hospital. She is amazed that when we visit, there is no restriction on numbers for time to stay. She thinks the staff are all friendly and helpful. She enjoyed the entertainment provided. My impression of the home was that it was well-cleaned and maintained. The staff and management were friendly and helpful.
Thank you for your lovely review; it is much appreciated, and I will share it with the team. We are aware of what a challenging and emotional time it can be for families and residents when they are choosing a care home for their loved ones. We ensure we support our new residents and our new...
The building is very welcoming and has a 'guest house' feel about it. Staff are all extremely pleasant and friendly. Many of the staff have been there since Mum arrived, which is comforting to know as it makes it more familiar for her with her severe dementia. The grounds are very well maintained and give the residents pleasure on pleasant days. I would have no hesitation in recommending Moorhouse.
Hello, thank you very much for your review. The team are very committed to providing the best person-centred care they possibly can, by really getting to know our residents they can encourage and initiate conversations and can prompt past memories and bring back happy times and experiences. The...
Mum never wanted to go into a care home but found the care she received was amazing and was happy with her time with you and the family were always made to feel very welcome. She loved being able to look out of the window and watch the world go by.
Hello, Thank you for your kind words, it is always appreciated by the team. We all work to ensure our residents have a meaningful life and that all of their family and visitors are part of the extended Moorhouse family. We understand how difficult it can be for our residents, and their families,...
Our aunt is very happy at Moorhouse, she likes her room and the food and the activities particularly those that involve animals. My own experience of the staff is that they are friendly and helpful.
Hello, thank you for your review. We are always happy to receive feedback, and share it with the team. We now have a stable and committed team at Moorhouse. Many work 12-hour shifts and start the day smiling and at the end of the day still have big smiles on their faces. I frequently walk around...
My mother has been at Moorhouse for just over a year now and she has always been very happy there. We have seen different managers and staff over the last year and have had a few issues in the past, but I must say the team that are now at Moorhouse seem to be really working together, this can most certainly be seen in the morale of the staff which reflects on the residents. Activities became excellent and I hope all her fantastic work will continue. Thank you Moorhouse.
Hello, thank you very much for your comments. We have worked really hard in the past year to get a caring and compassionate team, which we have. The home is cheerful and friendly at any time of the day or night. The team have taken on new training and continue to grow in their knowledge and...
My aunt has been at Moorhouse for 18 months. The family is very happy with the standard of care provided. Most importantly, my aunt is very happy too. She looks a great deal healthier than when she was living in her own home assisted by carers. The food is good and there are plenty of activities for my aunt to participate in, if she wants to. The carers seem excellent to me.
Thank you very much for the review. The team always appreciate feedback on their commitment and standard of care in all departments of the home. We work hard to ensure all of our residents' needs are met, even when those needs may change daily. We put the residents in the heart of our...
Having researched many homes in the area we are delighted we chose Moorhouse. From our first meeting with management to experiencing the care and attention from the nurses, the friendly housekeeping staff and great help from maintenance when we needed help, we cannot fault Moorhouse. What particularly stands out is the understanding of the individual needs with dementia patients. Dignity is respected. Compliments to the chefs! Thank you.
The reviews and feedback are always appreciated and shared with all of the staff at Moorhouse. We are constantly assessing our performance and with honest and open communication strive to be the best we can be.
We are all driven by the desire to make...
Staff have got to know Mum and her needs and ways really quickly and she actively engages with them and chats away happily. when her newfound friend recently passed away, staff recognised Mum's distress and were really empathetic to her.
her medical needs are monitored well and when action is needed it is dealt with quickly.
The manager at Moorhouse is both friendly and approachable. She makes herself readily available in person and responds quickly to emails
overall I am really impressed with Moorhouse and feel Mum is safe, and really well looked after. Thank you to the manager and the entire team
Thank you very much for the lovely feedback. I will be sure to share it with the team.
We are still a new team, however, work with the same goals and in the same direction.
The team in Moorhouse work with kindness and compassion, understanding what a difficult time it can be for families...
My mother moved into Moorhouse Nursing Home at the beginning of September as she wasn't safe living alone at home. The staff have been unfailingly kind and helpful to Mum and to my sister and myself as we struggled with making such a change. It was made easier by expert support and the support of such a great team. Mum has more interaction with people and activities and is brighter than she has been for years. It really feels like a home from home.
All departments of the home work with compassion and kindness. I often hear the chef asking residents what he can cook for them, I hear the housekeeping team discussing photos and reminiscing with...
My mum had a fall and went to hospital. She was assessed and it was decided she was not safe to move back into the community. Moorhouse Nursing Home was brilliant. We managed to move Mum into one of their garden rooms. All the staff were kind and helpful and we can visit Mum whenever we like. The food is delicious and Mum has the freedom to walk around as she wishes and go into the garden whenever she wants. The staff are very patient with her. It is a huge relief to all the family that she is safe and being well cared for.
Many thanks.
Our parents moved into Moorhouse Nursing Nome on the 17th of August 2023. From the first visit when they were visited at home, we have nothing but good things to say about the home and the staff. Our parents have been treated with dignity, respect and compassion. The staff just can't do enough to care for them and make them feel welcome. The whole team are wonderful. They especially took great care to find a room there are parents could be together.
Thank you so much for the review. We continue to work together to create a home that promotes everyone's individual wishes and offers a place that can encourage a resident's interests to be full filled. We welcome families at any time of night or day as all families are an extension of our...
My mum arrived at Moorhouse Nursing Home directly from hospital just before Christmas 2022. Within a few days, her overall well-being had transformed and she was looking so much brighter and more talkative. Her mobility has increased significantly since being at Moorhouse, I’m pleased to see her recovery and that she is well supervised by the staff. My mum enjoys the food, especially the cake! It’s also good to see her interacting with the other residents and taking part in activities when she can. The staff at all levels are always welcoming, friendly and helpful. Moorhouse has a country house feel and it’s good to see improvements and renovations taking place. I enjoy visiting and my mum and I have often been given space and time to sit together and do activities. I’m really pleased that my dog can visit too. Whilst there will always be good and bad days with my mum’s Alzheimer’s I feel confident the staff at Moorhouse can provide the best care for her increased needs.
Thank you for your very kind review, Mum is a pleasure to have in our home. It is our aim to ensure all residents receive person-centred care, with the hope we can improve their way of life. It is lovely that you have expressed you can see the improvement in Mum's abilities and well-being. I will forward your very positive comment to all staff.
He has had amazing care since he arrived.
He is in a freshly painted room with new furniture and the home arranged for his chair and TV to be picked up and put in his room so he feels right at home.
I cannot fault the care he is receiving. Nothing is ever too much trouble, my dad is on a pureed diet which is all done separately, and when he is fed the staff are so patient with him. All the staff are attentive and friendly and we get coffee and cake when we visit.
My dad is always clean and shaven and his washing is all done and returned freshly ironed and hung in his wardrobe even though my dad is bedbound.
Thank you Helen for your lovely review. The staff at Moorhouse take pride in ensuring that our residents are cared for as we would care for our own family, so it is a real boost for them to hear your kind words. Your dad is a pleasure to care for.
What a poor excuse for a nursing home. My mother was persuaded to go to this nursing home after consulting with Social Services. Prior to moving to Moorhouse Nursing Home, all she got to see were images and a brochure. She found the food poor, activities for the residents did not exist although listed and exhorted on Moorhouse Nursing Home's website, management appeared poor and leaderless, and there appeared to be a lack of permanent staff with many agency staff filling the gaps. When I moved my mother from this place I took images of the filth on her floor which included dried faeces. I can not see how this home scores so highly. The whole place looked tired and underfunded although they charge a small fortune to live there. Not recommended in any way shape or form.
I would also like to reassure you that we take cleanliness very...
Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 21 December 2023Requires improvement
- CaringGood
- EffectiveRequires improvement
- ResponsiveGood
- SafeGood
- Well-ledRequires improvement
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 (16) & Events (0)
- 26 Jun 2026
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- 26 Jun 2026
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- 26 Jun 2026
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Meet the Team (3)

With nearly four decades in care, I began my journey as a carer and have since progressed through roles in home management, regional management, and quality direction. My experience also includes consulting for care homes, offering support in upholding high standards. Ultimately, I discovered my true passion lies in home management, and I’m thrilled to lead the team at Moorhouse Care Home. The Moorhouse care team is outstanding, wholly dedicated to delivering exceptional, person-centred care. It’s a privilege to support our residents and lead such a committed staff each day.

I treat Moorhouse like it is my own home, I make sure everything throughout the home is in good order from the décor to the garden. I have been at Moorhouse for 24 years and feel part of a wonderful compassionate team who go above and beyond for our residents who have chosen Moorhouse as their home.

I have worked at Moorhouse for 24 years and could not think of a better place to work. I’ve had various roles within the home but now spend my time ensuring all the laundry is fresh and clean. I love talking and seeing the residents every day – I like to put a smile on their faces and make them laugh. The home has a great atmosphere, we are one happy family.
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