Friston House
Nursing home · Rochester
414 City Way, Rochester, ME1 2BQ
Run by Barchester Healthcare Homes Limited
- GoodCQC · Sept 2018
- 7.4Our score
- Beds81
- Type of careNursing
- Phone01634 403556
Inspectors asked it to improve: Responsive
Latest inspection
- Inspected on 5 September 2018
Inspected more than 4 years ago
What the inspectors rate
- SafeGood
- EffectiveGood
- CaringGood
- ResponsiveRequires improvement
- Well-ledGood
- Regulator
- Care Quality Commission
- Registered as
- Friston House
- Status
- Registered in England
- Latest rating
- Good
- Register number
- 1-125855962
From the public register of the Care Quality Commission, checked on 2 November 2026.
About Friston House
Friston House provides nursing, dementia, residential and respite care for older people and people under 65 in a modern home near Rochester. The service combines accommodation with courtyard gardens, activities, communal facilities and support for families choosing the right level of care.
Meals are prepared on site using locally sourced meat and vegetables, with seasonal dishes and modified textures available according to residents’ needs. The home also offers respite and short-stay care, alongside nursing and dementia support, making it suitable for temporary stays as well as longer-term arrangements. Families can discuss care requirements, funding and admission with the home’s team before moving in.
Care on offer
- Care homes
Compared with Rochester
Nearest
| Name | Distance | Official rating | Our score | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| St WilliamsRochester | 0.2 miles | |||
| Rochester Care HomeRochester | 0.3 miles | Good | 8.0 | |
| Avenues South East - 74 Wilson AvenueRochester | 0.4 miles | Good | 8.0 | |
| Downers CourtRochester | 0.4 miles | Good | 8.0 | |
| Holly Lodge Residential HomeChatham | 0.4 miles | Good | 7.4 |
Also run by Barchester Healthcare Homes Limited
| Name | Official rating | Our score | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Winchester HouseRochester | Good | 6.2 | |
| Newington CourtSittingbourne | Good | 8.0 | |
| Rose Water Place Care HomeMaidstone | Good | 8.0 | |
| Sutton Valence Care HomeMaidstone | |||
| Elderwood HouseSwanley | |||
| Emily Jackson HouseSevenoaks | Good | 8.0 | |
| Derham HouseUpminster | Good | 8.0 | |
| Pinetree Care HomeRayleigh | Good | 8.4 | |
| Park ViewDagenham | Good | 7.4 | |
| Leonard LodgeBrentwood | Good | 8.0 | |
| Pittsmead Grange Care HomeBromley | Requires improvement | 5.6 | |
| Wadhurst ManorWadhurst | Good | 8.0 |
What stands out
What stands out
- Respite and short-stay care
- Fresh meals prepared on site
- Courtyard gardens
Suits: Older people needing nursing, dementia or short-stay care
Types of care
Also works on: nursing
Location
414 City Way, Rochester, ME1 2BQ
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Questions families ask
What types of care does Friston House offer?
They offer nursing care, dementia care, respite or short-stay care and services for people under 65.
Can they cater for special dietary requirements?
Yes. Their chefs can cater for clinical, religious and ethical dietary requirements, including modified textured dishes where needed.
How much does Friston House cost?
The CQC register does not list fees, so ask Friston House for its weekly fee. As a guide, Medway council paid on average £968 a week for a nursing care place for people aged 65 and over in 2024-2025, against £1,102 across England (GOV.UK adult social care finance report). People who pay for their own care are usually charged more than councils pay.