St Peter's Park Retirement Village

Church Street, Bexhill-on-Sea TN40 2HF
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9.8 48 Reviews
  • St Peter's Park Retirement Village, Bexhill-on-Sea
St Peter’s Park Retirement Village (formerly known as Peterhouse Care and Nursing Home), is a real home-from-home in the East Sussex seaside town of Bexhill. The experienced staff provide high-quality, affordable nursing, residential, dementia, end of life, respite and convalescence care.

There really is something for everyone, to suit a range of different needs and tastes on the beautiful site. The lounges, dining rooms and residents’ bar mean there’s plenty of space for group activities. If you want some company, there’s always someone to talk to and to have a coffee with in the lounge. There are also plenty of quieter spots of you want to spend some time by yourself.

The care wing has bedrooms on the ground floor and the first floor. Ground floor rooms have direct access to the garden or courtyard. The first floor is fully accessible, by stairs or a lift.

Some rooms have en-suites. The rooms without en-suites have accessible toilets within easy reach.

The bedrooms are a blank canvas for residents to personalise with their own photos, pictures and furniture. Personal possessions help residents feel at home and provide extra stimulation and time for reminiscence. They also give staff an important understanding of a resident’s history and what’s important to them.

Unusually for a care home, all the bedrooms in the care wing have their own outside space, whether that’s a balcony or a terrace. There’s room for pots, a table and chairs.
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Care Provided

Primary Care Categories

  • Older Person Care
  • Dementia
  • Physical Disability

Length of Stay

  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care

Care Types Provided

  • Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
  • For a maximum of 57 Service Users

Dementia Care Types

  • Mild Dementia
  • Moderate Dementia
  • Advanced/Complex Dementia

Other Care Provided

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

Facilities

  • Own Furniture if required
  • Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
  • Close to Local shops
  • Near Public Transport
  • Minibus or other transport
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair Access
  • Gardens
  • Bar/Café
  • Phone Point in own room
  • Television point in own room
  • Residents Internet Access

Funding & Fees

Funding Types Accepted

  • Self Funding (Private)
  • Local Authority with Top Up
  • Local Authority
  • NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC)

Good to Know

Person in charge

  • Lisa Turner (Registered Manager)

Local Authority / Social Services

Admission Criteria

  • LA rates accepted with a top up.
  • Ages 55+

Care Home Design/Build

  • Purpose Built: No
  • Last Refurbishment: 2018

Room Information

  • Single Rooms (53)
  • Couples/Companion Rooms (2)
  • Single Rooms with Ensuite Wet Room (53)

Visiting

  • Visitors welcome any time.


    If you would like to be shown around the home by a senior manager, please visit during normal office hours.

Parking

  • Peterhouse car park at front and side of building. Local free car park within quarter of a mile.

St Peter's Park Retirement Village Reviews (48)

9.8

St Peter's Park Retirement Village has a Review Score of 9.8 (9.797) out of 10, based on 14 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time St Peter's Park Retirement Village has 48 reviews.

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Review from J L (Son of Resident) published on 26 March 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
I couldn't have asked for a better nursing home. My mum is looked after very well, which gives me peace of mind. Staff are excellent.
Reply from Lisa Turner, Registered Manager at St Peter's Park Retirement Village

Thank you for your kinds words, I will pass your kinds words to the team

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Review from C D (Husband of Resident) published on 21 March 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
St Peters Park has provided the most excellent care for my wife over the last 3 years. There is a real sense of kindness towards her and all the staff from the caretakers, cleaners, kitchen staff, administrators and the care staff themselves, know and care for my wife. The home is kept spotlessly clean
and and the staff keep me up-to-date with all her needs. Its never great having to place a loved one in a home but St Peters Park have done all they can to ensure the transition has been as easy as possible. Thank you.
Reply from Lisa Turner, Registered Manager at St Peter's Park Retirement Village

Thank you for your kind and positive words. I will ensure to pass these on to the team. Its a pleasure to look after your wife for the past few years

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Review from Doreen Y (Husband of Resident) published on 12 February 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My husband was a resident at St Peter's Park care home for palliative care for a short time until he passed away. I found all the staff and management to be extremely supportive and compassionate from the moment I began dealing with them and the care he received during his time there was outstanding.
The management, nursing and caring staff showed great empathy to all the family too during this difficult time, they demonstrated great compassion in all that they did for him and us.
I am grateful that he received such outstanding care in his final days and cannot thank them enough.
Reply from Lisa Turner, Registered Manager at St Peter's Park Retirement Village

Thank you for your kind words. It was a pleasure to care for your husband for the short time he resided with us. I will pass this on to the team.

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Review from S G (Wife of Resident) published on 1 October 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Wonderful room, My husband is cared got well, the staff are cheerful and nothing seems to be too much trouble for them. His clothes are washed and ironed beautifully and he is always clean and well cared for.
Reply from Lisa Turner, Registered Manager at St Peter's Park Retirement Village

Thank you for your kind words. I will pass these on to the team.

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Review from Sue D (Wife of Resident) published on 26 September 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
St Peter's Park Retirement Village is exactly that - flats, cottages, retirement home, care wing and nursing wing in a garden setting all well cared for and maintained.
My husband is newly in the care wing with which I can find no fault, staff and care, food and cleanliness are excellent. My husband
has late-stage dementia so unable to complete or understand this review but is receiving the very best of care.
Reply from Lisa Turner, Registered Manager at St Peter's Park Retirement Village

Thank you for your kind words. I will pass these on to the team.

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Review from C B (Daughter of Resident) published on 12 September 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My father was a resident at St Peter's care home in Bexhill for palliative care. From the moment we arrived to see the care home up until he passed away the standard of care and compassion shown for him and us as a family was exemplary. The management and nursing and caring staff were extremely supportive,
informative and showed great compassion in all that they did for him and us.
We are so grateful that this was the place in which he spent his final days and cannot thank them enough for their support throughout this difficult time.
Reply from Lisa Turner, Registered Manager at St Peter's Park Retirement Village

Thank you for your kind words. It was a pleasure to meet your father and his family. We are glad that you found the team amazing and I will share your lovely comments.

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Review from Garry B (Resident) published on 16 July 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My wife and I moved in as a stop-gap and now we are staying forever as we like it so much. I have spoken to people who have never seen anything quite like St Peter's Park, it is unique and we agree.
Everyone is friendly.
Reply from Lisa Turner, Registered Manager at St Peter's Park Retirement Village

So glad you enjoy living with us. Hope it continues.

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Review from Carol P (Sister of Resident) published on 29 April 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I am so relieved to have found such a good nursing home for my sister. The staff are friendly and most helpful. After spending six weeks in the hospital, my sister moved to St Peter's Park, and I am delighted to say that both physically and mentally, there is a great improvement in her condition.
Reply from Lisa Turner, Registered Manager at St Peter's Park Retirement Village

Thank you for your comments; I will pass these to the team. So glad you can see an improvement in your sister.

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Review from Geraldine D (Daughter-in-law of Resident) published on 29 April 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
This has been the second time that my mother-in-law has stayed for respite at St Peter's Park. We always have a warm greeting when we arrive and the staff can't do enough for us! They are so kind and helpful. The meals are lovely and my mother-in-law says that everyone is pleasant and friendly. It is
always clean. We would recommend St Peter's Park. The grounds are kept immaculate and we have a lovely view of squirrels and birds from the windows and door.
Reply from Lisa Turner, Registered Manager at St Peter's Park Retirement Village

Thank you for your kind words. It has been a pleasure to care for your mother-in-law.

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Review from J D (Respite Resident) assisted by family/friend published on 29 January 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Very kind and very helpful.
Came quickly when called upon.
Food was good.
Lovely nurses and staff.
Very clean.
Overall, excellent respite stay.
Reply from Lisa Turner, Registered Manager at St Peter's Park Retirement Village

Thank you for your comments, and we are glad that you found your stay positive with us. I will certainly feed this back to the team.

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Review from Susan R (Daughter of Resident) published on 11 January 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I would like to express my very high opinion of the staff at St. Peter’s as well as the management of the home. My mother spent the last couple of years of her life at St. Peter’s and received outstanding care. Sadly, she died recently, but in the weeks leading up to her death the staff were extremely
kind, understanding and attentive. My deep thanks to all of them. I would not hesitate to recommend St. Peter’s as a place to find quality care.
Reply from Lisa Turner, Registered Manager at St Peter's Park Retirement Village

Thank you for your kind words. It was a pleasure to care for your mother. I will pass the comments on to the team.

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Review from Wendy P (Daughter of Resident) published on 12 December 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My family and I are so grateful for the care and compassion shown to my mother during her 2 and a half years at St Peter's Park and especially during her last days. The nurses and carers could not have been kinder to my daughter or myself whilst we kept a 24 hour visit during Mother's final 8 days.
Reply from Lisa Turner, Registered Manager at St Peter's Park Retirement Village

Thank you for your kind comments. It was a pleasure to look after your mum. I will pass your comments on to the team.

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Review from Marilyn D (Daughter of Resident) published on 8 December 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My father took up residence at St Peter's Park for end of life care. His room and facilities were excellent. The nurses and carers who looked after Dad were brilliant, compassionate and caring through to the end of his life. My sister and I knew that he was in safe hands at all times, which gave us
great comfort. The care and professionalism of the management and staff is truly exemplary and I can't praise them enough.
Reply from Lisa Turner, Registered Manager at St Peter's Park Retirement Village

Thank you for your kind words. It was a pleasure to care for your father in the last few days of his life. We are sorry for your loss and sorry that we couldn't get to know you and your father more. I will pass the thanks on to the team.

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Review from Mary S (Daughter of Resident) published on 8 December 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The care and compassion shown to my father during his end of life care at St Peter's Park was exceptional and I am truly grateful to all the wonderful staff. My father's room was spotlessly clean and tidy at all times and had the feel of a hotel room rather than the average nursing or residential care
accommodation.
Reply from Lisa Turner, Registered Manager at St Peter's Park Retirement Village

Thank you for your kind words. It was a pleasure to care for your father in the last few days of his life. I will pass the thanks on to the team.

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Review from A R (Daughter of Resident) published on 12 June 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
St Peter's care home was really terrific in looking after my mother. All of the staff, with no exception, were very attentive, never over-intensive, and nothing was ever too much trouble. They made her and the whole family very welcome. When my mother took a downward turn, the staff really stepped up.
The room was roomy with a lovely outlook.
I could not recommend them more highly.
Reply from Lisa Turner, Registered Manager at St Peter's Park Retirement Village

Thank you for your kind words. Was a pleasure to look after your mum. I will pass the comments to the team.

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Review from S S (Daughter of Resident) published on 19 May 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Very happy staff. When entering the reception, the ladies always ask how I am and vice versa! The care staff and nurses always ask me/us the same question and proceed to feedback info on Mum and the antics she's been up to! I love them all. My dad's in the nursing part of the home. Again, wonderful,
pleasant, happy staff. I feel they are all my friends. They're led by a great manager. Thanks.
Reply from Lisa Turner, Registered Manager at St Peter's Park Retirement Village

Thank you for your kind comments. It's a pleasure looking after both your mum and dad. I will gladly pass on your comments to the teams.

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Review from P C (Son of Resident) published on 11 May 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Very pleased with all the help from the staff - all very helpful, and the information provided was good.
Reply from Lisa Turner, Registered Manager at St Peter's Park Retirement Village

Thank you for your review. Glad to hear the information provided was good and all the staff are helpful.

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Review from Robert K (Resident) published on 11 May 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Very good - we are happy here.
Reply from Lisa Turner, Registered Manager at St Peter's Park Retirement Village

Thank you for your review. Glad to hear you are very happy living with us.

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Review from Brian H (Partner of Resident) published on 6 February 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Very clean and comfortable rooms. Staff are friendly and welcoming. A really great place to convalesce or retire to when the need arises.
Reply from Lisa Turner, Registered Manager at St Peter's Park Retirement Village

Thank you for your kind comments. I will pass them on to the team.

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Review from Patricia W (Resident) published on 16 November 2022 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Everyone is polite, helpful and very nice.
No complaints.
Reply from Lisa Turner, Registered Manager at St Peter's Park Retirement Village

Thank you for your kind comments. I will pass these on to the wider team.

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Current Review Score: 9.8 (9.797)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.8 (9.797) out of 10 for St Peter's Park Retirement Village is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  1. The Average Rating is 4.8 out of 5 from 14 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 14 positive Reviews in the last 24 months.

Detailed Breakdown of Review Score

The maximum Review Score for a Care Home is 10, which is made up from the Average Rating of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) and the Number of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) in the last 24 months:

  1. 5 Points are available for the Average Rating from all Reviews in the last 24 months. The Average Rating of 4.797 for St Peter's Park Retirement Village is calculated as follows: ( (126 Excellents x 5) + (32 Goods x 4) ) ÷ 158 Ratings = 4.797
  2. 5 Points are available for the number of Positive Reviews in the last 24 months. A Positive Review is defined as any Review with an 'Overall Experience' of '4' or '5' (out of a max rating '5'). The 5 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for St Peter's Park Retirement Village is based on 14 positive Reviews in the last 24 months and is calculated as per below:

    The 5 points available are broken down as follows:

    1. 4 points are available for the first 10 Positive Reviews in the last 24 months; 3 points for the first Positive Review, and then 0.125 Points for each of the next four Positive Reviews and then 0.1 Points for the next five Positive Reviews. (1st = 3.000, 2nd = 0.125, 3rd = 0.125, 4th = 0.125, 5th = 0.125, 6th = 0.100, 7th = 0.100, 8th = 0.100, 9th = 0.100, 10th = 0.100) 3 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 = 4
    2. 1 point is available for the number of Positive Reviews reaching 20% of the registered maximum number of service users in the last 24 months. If this number is partially reached, then that proportion of 1 point is given. eg a Care Home registered for a maximum of 50 service users has to reach 10 Positive Reviews to receive 1 point, if it has 7 reviews it will receive 0.7 points. 20% of the 57 registered maximum number of service users is 11.4, which has been reached with 14 Positive reviews. Points = 1
  3. When a Review is submitted by someone who has previously submitted a Review, only the latest Review will count towards the Review Score.
  4. If a Care Home does not have a review in the last 24 months, then it will not have a Review Score.

Regulatory Rating

Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating

Date: 25 Mar 2022

Overall Good

  • Caring Good
  • Effective Good
  • Responsive Good
  • Safe Good
  • Well-led Requires improvement
Care Quality Commission is responsible for the registration and inspection of social care services in England. View Latest Report

Bed Vacancies

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Lisa Turner

Job Title: Manager

Lisa Turner is the Registered Manger of St Peter's Park.


A quote from Lisa "St Peter’s Park is unlike other retirement villages or care homes. There’s a different atmosphere here, with a really interesting and stimulating mix of residents, right across the care home and independent living flats and cottages. I’d recommend coming to visit to see for yourself what it’s like."

Frequently Asked Questions about St Peter's Park Retirement Village

What types of Care is St Peter's Park Retirement Village registered for?

Older Person Care, Dementia & Physical Disability are the registered (by the Care Quality Commission) categories of Care.

How many Rooms does St Peter's Park Retirement Village have?

There are 53 Single Rooms and 2 Couples/Companion Rooms.

What are the Facilities & Services at St Peter's Park Retirement Village?

Own Furniture if required, Pet Friendly (or by arrangement), Close to Local shops, Near Public Transport, Minibus or other transport, Lift, Wheelchair Access, Gardens, Bar/Café, Phone Point in own room, Television point in own room & Residents Internet Access are some of the Facilities & Services.

How far is St Peter's Park Retirement Village to the centre of Bexhill-on-Sea?

0.5 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.

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