Harbledown Lodge
Nursing home · Canterbury
Upper Harbledown, Canterbury, CT2 9AP
Run by Uniquehelp Limited
- Requires improvementCQC · Apr 2023
- 6.8Our score
- Beds56
- Type of careNursing
- Phone01227 458116
Inspectors asked it to improve: Safe and Well-led
Latest inspection
- Inspected on 28 April 2023
What the inspectors rate
- SafeRequires improvement
- EffectiveGood
- CaringGood
- ResponsiveGood
- Well-ledRequires improvement
- Regulator
- Care Quality Commission
- Registered as
- Harbledown Lodge
- Status
- Registered in England
- Latest rating
- Requires improvement
- Register number
- 1-134067949
From the public register of the Care Quality Commission, checked on 2 November 2026.
About Harbledown Lodge
Harbledown Lodge provides residential, nursing and dementia care for older people, with registered nursing provision for residents whose health needs require ongoing clinical support. The home is part of a family-run care group offering several forms of care, including respite and day care.
Day care gives visitors the chance to spend time at the home, join leisure and social programmes and give family carers a break. Nursing care includes medication management, monitoring and help with daily tasks, while dementia support uses structured routines and tailored activities. Rooms are furnished, and residents can discuss bringing personal furniture. Menus are made fresh on the day and can take account of dietary restrictions and medical conditions.
Care on offer
- Care homes
Compared with Canterbury
Nearest
| Name | Distance | Official rating | Our score | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Old Rectory Retirement HomeCanterbury | 1.2 miles | Good | 8.0 | |
| The Red House Nursing HomeCanterbury | 1.5 miles | Good | 8.0 | |
| Canterbury Adult Support UnitCanterbury | 1.7 miles | Good | 8.0 | |
| L'Arche Kent Faith HouseCanterbury | 1.8 miles | Requires improvement | 6.8 | |
| Lark View Care HomeCanterbury | 1.8 miles | Requires improvement | 6.2 |
Also run by Uniquehelp Limited
| Name | Official rating | Our score | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Whitstable Nursing HomeWhitstable | Requires improvement | 6.2 | |
| Chestfield HouseWhitstable | Requires improvement | 6.8 | |
| Haydon-MayerHerne Bay | Requires improvement | 6.8 |
What stands out
What stands out
- Day care with social programmes
- Fresh daily menus
- Family-run care group
Suits: Older people needing nursing or dementia care
Types of care
Also works on: nursing
Location
Upper Harbledown, Canterbury, CT2 9AP
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Questions families ask
How do residents leave Harbledown Lodge?
Residents must give 28 days’ notice from contract termination to vacate the home.
Can residents bring their own furniture to Harbledown Lodge?
Yes. Rooms are furnished, but residents can personalise them with their own furniture after discussing the request with the manager.
Can Harbledown Lodge accommodate religious needs?
Yes. Religious and spiritual needs can be identified with the relevant manager during onboarding, and the home will accommodate requests.
Can Harbledown Lodge cater for dietary requirements?
Yes. Menus are created around residents’ preferences and tastes, made fresh daily, and adapted for dietary restrictions and relevant medical conditions.
What extra services does Harbledown Lodge arrange?
They arrange activities and dental, hairdressing and chiropody appointments for residents, but those appointments are not included in the basic fees.
Can residents receive funding for Harbledown Lodge?
Possibly. Residents may qualify for Local Authority or NHS funding depending on their circumstances, and managers can discuss the available options.