College of St Barnabas
Residential care home · Lingfield
Blackberry Lane, Lingfield, RH7 6NJ
Run by College Of St. Barnabas(The)
- GoodCQC · Mar 2020
- 7.4Our score
- Beds28
- Type of careResidential
- Phone01342 870260
Inspectors asked it to improve: Well-led
Latest inspection
- Inspected on 18 March 2020
Inspected more than 4 years ago
What the inspectors rate
- SafeGood
- EffectiveGood
- CaringGood
- ResponsiveGood
- Well-ledRequires improvement
- Regulator
- Care Quality Commission
- Registered as
- College of St Barnabas
- Status
- Registered in England
- Latest rating
- Good
- Register number
- 1-108926062
From the public register of the Care Quality Commission, checked on 2 November 2026.
About College of St Barnabas
Retired Christians, lay and ordained, from member denominations of Churches Together in England can apply to live at College of St Barnabas. The retirement community includes cloister flats and a care wing, alongside worship, leisure facilities and community life.
Residents’ contributions include principal costs such as food, heating, laundry, council tax and utilities. Applications can be made before retirement or later, including direct admission to the care wing. The College cannot care for people living with dementia, so this is an important condition for applicants and families to consider before pursuing admission.
Care on offer
- Care homes
Compared with Lingfield
Nearest
| Name | Distance | Official rating | Our score | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Charters Court Nursing and Residential HomeEast Grinstead | 0.9 miles | Good | 7.4 | |
| Greathed Manor Nursing HomeLingfield | 1.1 miles | Good | 8.0 | |
| Spring ParkLingfield | 1.2 miles | Good | 8.0 | |
| LingfieldEast Grinstead | 1.4 miles | Good | 7.4 | |
| Knowle House Nursing HomeEast Grinstead | 1.5 miles | Good | 7.4 |
What stands out
What stands out
- Retirement community for retired Christians
- Cloister flats and care wing
- Worship and community life
Ask about
- The College cannot care for people living with dementia
Suits: Retired Christians seeking a community with worship and care
Types of care
Also works on: residential
Location
Blackberry Lane, Lingfield, RH7 6NJ
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Questions families ask
Who can apply to live at the College of St Barnabas?
Retired Christians, both lay and ordained, from member denominations of Churches Together in England can apply.
Can people living with dementia apply for residential care?
No. The College is unable to care for people living with dementia.
When should someone apply for a place at the College?
They can apply before retirement or at any time afterwards. The College recommends applying while still active, although direct admission to the Care Wing is also possible.
Can someone move in before selling their house?
Yes. If the house is wholly owned, they can move into the College before it is sold, with costs recovered later from the sale.
Can a widowed resident stay at the College?
Yes. A resident can remain for life provided their health needs permit, and someone who is widowed can also apply in their own right.
How much does College of St Barnabas cost?
The CQC register does not list fees, so ask College of St Barnabas for its weekly fee. As a guide, Surrey council paid on average £1,049 a week for a residential care place for people aged 65 and over in 2024-2025, against £982 across England (GOV.UK adult social care finance report). People who pay for their own care are usually charged more than councils pay.