Elderly care homes in Wealden

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Wealden has 40 elderly care homes registered with the Care Quality Commission, 19 of them with nursing. Of the homes on this page, the CQC rates 2 Outstanding, 28 Good and 7 Requires improvement. 3 homes are not rated yet. East Sussex council paid on average £948 a week for a residential care place and £990 for a nursing place for people aged 65 and over in 2024-2025 (GOV.UK adult social care finance report).

All care homes in Wealden (56)

Wealden at a glance

40on this list

Official rating
  • Outstanding2
  • Good28
  • Requires improvement7
  • Not yet rated3
  • 81% rated Good or Outstanding
  • Average score7.6 / 10
  • Types of care57% offer dementia
How this list is ordered

Homes in Wealden are ordered by the MyCareCheck score, the average of the CQC's ratings for the five questions it asks at every inspection. Where two homes score the same, the better overall rating goes first.

Paying never changes a home's rating, score or place. Top places are only offered to homes rated Good or Outstanding and are always labelled.

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40 elderly care homes in Wealden

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High Broom Care Home

Run by QH High Broom Ltd

High Broom Road, Crowborough, TN6 3SL
OutstandingCQC · Dec 2019

Inspected more than 4 years ago

  • Residential
  • 38 beds
  • Elderly care
  • Physical disabilities
  • Sensory impairment

Residential, dementia and respite care are available at High Broom Care Home for older people and those with physical disabilities or sensory impairment. Its care home without nursing supports daily living while residents retain independence, companionship and an active lifestyle.

Set in 32 acres of woodland walks and landscaped gardens near Crowborough, the home offers a calm setting with personal care, medication support and home-cooked meals.

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Temple Grove Nursing Home

Run by Medici Healthcare Ltd

Herons Ghyll, Uckfield, TN22 4BY
OutstandingCQC · Jan 2020

Inspected more than 4 years ago

  • Nursing
  • 65 beds
  • Elderly care
  • Younger adults

Temple Grove Nursing Home provides long- and short-stay residential care, respite and convalescent care for older people. Nursing is available around the clock, with dedicated nursing teams across four units, including areas for complex care and dementia support.

The home offers large en-suite bedrooms, personalised care plans and activities, days out and events designed to keep residents active.

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Bernhard Baron Care Home

Run by Bernhard Baron Care Home

Eastbourne Road, Polegate, BN26 5HB
GoodCQC · Jan 2020

Inspected more than 4 years ago

  • Residential
  • 60 beds
  • Elderly care

Bernhard Baron Care Home provides residential care and assisted living for older people and couples in Polegate. Its five-acre setting includes two accommodation styles: en-suite rooms with seating areas in the main building, and self-contained cottages for residents seeking more independence.

Residents can personalise their rooms, maintain their routines and join a broad calendar of activities and outings.

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Abbots Wood Manor

Run by Hamberley Care 4 Ltd

116, London Road, Hailsham, BN27 3AL
GoodCQC · Feb 2022

Inspected more than 4 years ago

  • Nursing
  • 60 beds
  • Dementia
  • Elderly care

Abbots Wood Manor provides residential, nursing, dementia and respite care for older people in Hailsham. The home is suited to planned moves, changing health needs and shorter-term support after a hospital stay, with private tours and guidance available for families considering care.

Facilities include en-suite bedrooms, a wellbeing and beauty salon, landscaped gardens, elegant dining spaces and a programme of activities.

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Baronsmede

Run by Baronsmede Support Services Limited

Queens Road, Crowborough, TN6 1EJ
GoodCQC · Mar 2020

Inspected more than 4 years ago

  • Residential
  • 4 beds
  • Elderly care
  • Learning disabilities
  • Younger adults

Residential care home for 4 residents in Crowborough, run by Baronsmede Support Services Limited. Supports older people, learning disabilities and younger adults.

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Bowes House

Run by Care UK Community Partnerships Ltd

25 Battle Road, Hailsham, BN27 1DU
GoodCQC · Aug 2024
  • Nursing
  • 90 beds
  • Dementia
  • Elderly care
  • Physical disabilities

Bowes House provides residential, nursing, respite and specialist dementia care for older people in Hailsham. The purpose-built home offers daily activities and shared facilities including a café, garden and minibus for outings.

Residents can also use a music room, reminiscence room, church services and a multi-faith room. Care needs assessments consider the support required when moving into the home, while the registered service includes…

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Copper Beech Care Home

Run by Bupa Care Homes (ANS) Limited

Eastbourne Road, Ridgewood, Uckfield, TN22 5ST
GoodCQC · Jun 2019

Inspected more than 4 years ago

  • Nursing
  • 48 beds
  • Elderly care

Care home with nursing for 48 residents in Uckfield, run by Bupa Care Homes (ANS) Limited. Supports older people.

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Crockstead Farm House

Run by Ridgewood Care Services Limited

Eastbourne Road, Halland, Lewes, BN8 6PT
GoodCQC · Aug 2026
  • Residential
  • 6 beds
  • Elderly care
  • Learning disabilities
  • Younger adults

Residential care home for 6 residents in Lewes, run by Ridgewood Care Services Limited. Supports older people, learning disabilities and younger adults.

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East Dean Grange Care Home

Run by ASA Care Home Limited

Lower Street, East Dean, Eastbourne, BN20 0DE
GoodCQC · Jun 2025
  • Residential
  • 30 beds
  • Dementia
  • Elderly care
  • Mental health

Short and long-stay residential dementia care is available at East Dean Grange Care Home for older people. The home has 30 rooms, lounges, a library, social dining and outdoor space in a village setting close to countryside and the coast.

Activities are organised around residents’ interests, and care planning can involve residents, families and relevant professionals.

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Grangemead

Run by East Sussex County Council

1 Hawthylands Road, Hailsham, BN27 1EU
GoodCQC · May 2018

Inspected more than 4 years ago

  • Residential
  • 12 beds
  • Elderly care
  • Learning disabilities
  • Mental health

Older people and adults with learning disabilities, mental health needs, physical disabilities or sensory impairment fall within Grangemead’s registered residential care scope. The home is registered as a care home without nursing.

Grangemead is relevant to families comparing residential settings in Hailsham where a person needs support with daily living.

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Heather View

Run by Care UK Community Partnerships Ltd

Beacon Road, Crowborough, TN6 1AS
GoodCQC · May 2019

Inspected more than 4 years ago

  • Nursing
  • 74 beds
  • Dementia
  • Elderly care
  • Mental health

Heather View provides residential, nursing, respite and specialist dementia care for older people, including nursing dementia care and end of life care. The purpose-built home combines daily support with activities, outings and facilities such as a café, garden and cinema room. Residents can also use the hair and beauty salon, minibus and church services.

Care UK assesses mobility, personal care, dietary requirements and other support needs…

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Heffle Court

Run by Aria Healthcare Group LTD

Station Road, Heathfield, TN21 8DR
GoodCQC · May 2024
  • Nursing
  • 41 beds
  • Dementia
  • Elderly care
  • Younger adults

Heffle Court provides residential, nursing and dementia care for older people in Heathfield, alongside respite and end-of-life support. Its care range can accommodate changing needs, from everyday residential assistance to specialist nursing dementia care.

The home includes an activities room, café and garden, with additional facilities such as a library, music room and private dining room.

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Holy Cross Care Home

Run by Grace and Compassion Benedictines CIO

Lewes Road, Cross In Hand, Heathfield, TN21 0DZ
GoodCQC · Jan 2020

Inspected more than 4 years ago

  • Nursing
  • 60 beds
  • Elderly care
  • Physical disabilities
  • Sensory impairment

Care home with nursing for 60 residents in Heathfield, run by Grace and Compassion Benedictines CIO. Supports older people, physical disabilities and sensory impairment.

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Hurstwood View

Run by Barchester Healthcare Homes Limited

Linum Lane, Five Ash Down, Uckfield, TN22 3FH
GoodCQC · Mar 2019

Inspected more than 4 years ago

  • Nursing
  • 63 beds
  • Dementia
  • Elderly care
  • Physical disabilities

Hurstwood View provides nursing, residential, dementia and respite care for older people, with independent living apartments also listed within its wider offer. The home supports residents who need 24-hour dementia nursing care alongside accommodation, personal care and everyday support.

Residents can take part in activities and social events, while the care team works to understand individual routines and preferences.

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Lydfords Care Home

Run by Barchester Healthcare Homes Limited

23 High Street, East Hoathly, Lewes, BN8 6DR
GoodCQC · Jul 2023
  • Residential
  • 36 beds
  • Dementia
  • Elderly care
  • Younger adults

Lydfords Care Home provides residential, respite and dementia care, with nursing care also identified in its wider local offering. The home is in East Hoathly near Lewes and has access to views of the South Downs, while its facilities and activities are arranged around residents’ comfort, independence and daily engagement.

Food is a notable part of the service. Locally sourced meat and vegetables are prepared and cooked on site each day, with…

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Millcroft

Run by Millcroft & York Lodge Care Homes Limited

Vines Cross Road, Horam, TN21 0HF
GoodCQC · Sept 2019

Inspected more than 4 years ago

  • Residential
  • 24 beds
  • Elderly care
  • Sensory impairment

Millcroft provides residential care for older people in Horam, with 24-hour care, trained staff and panoramic countryside views. The home offers single and double en-suite rooms, with a lift giving access to rooms on the first and second floors.

Residents can take part in indoor games, outings, visiting entertainment and garden parties. Birthdays and trips to local amenities are also supported, while privacy, dignity and independence remain part…

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Nutley Hall

Run by Nutley Hall

Nutley, Uckfield, TN22 3NJ
GoodCQC · Mar 2020

Inspected more than 4 years ago

  • Residential
  • 33 beds
  • Elderly care
  • Learning disabilities
  • Younger adults

Six independent households shape life at Nutley Hall, an adult residential care community for people with learning disabilities. Residents and residential staff share an active home life, with people contributing to routines such as laying tables, cleaning, tidying and welcoming visitors according to their abilities.

The community supports social, practical and cultural development through workshops, activities and meaningful roles.

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Sycamore Grove Care Home

Run by Barchester Healthcare Homes Limited

Lilac Lane, Stone Cross, Pevensey, BN24 5NU
GoodCQC · Jul 2026
  • Residential
  • 70 beds
  • Dementia
  • Elderly care
  • Younger adults

Sycamore Grove Care Home provides residential, dementia and respite care in a bright setting for older people. The home combines care with activities, outings, gardens and communal spaces, giving residents options for social contact as well as quieter time.

Meals are prepared on site from locally sourced meat and vegetables, with seasonal and modified-textured dishes available according to individual needs.

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Wadhurst Manor

Run by Barchester Healthcare Homes Limited

Station Road, Wadhurst, TN5 6RY
GoodCQC · Jul 2026
  • Nursing
  • 66 beds
  • Dementia
  • Elderly care
  • Physical disabilities

Wadhurst Manor provides nursing, residential and dementia care, with respite and end-of-life support also available for residents. The home supports people in indoor and outdoor areas designed to encourage safe movement, independence and a sense of belonging.

Meals are prepared on site by qualified chefs using locally sourced meat and vegetables, with seasonal and modified-texture dishes available according to residents’ needs.

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Windlesham Manor

Run by Windlesham Services Limited

Hurtis Hill, Crowborough, TN6 3AA
GoodCQC · Apr 2026
  • Residential
  • 40 beds
  • Dementia
  • Elderly care

Windlesham Manor provides private residential care, specialist dementia care, respite stays and end-of-life care for older people. Rooms include en-suite facilities and emergency call bells, and residents can bring photographs, ornaments and small furniture to personalise their space.

The home has trained care staff available around the clock, with local GPs and district nurses visiting regularly.

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What to look for in elderly care homes

  1. Support with mobility

    Support with mobility, nutrition, medicines and day-to-day routines.

  2. Activities

    Activities and social contact that reflect residents’ interests.

  3. How the home involves residents

    How the home involves residents and families in care decisions.

Questions families ask

What should elderly care homes offer?

Older people may need different combinations of personal care, mobility support, medicines management and social activity. Compare what each home can support now and how it plans for needs that may change.

How many elderly care homes are there in Wealden?

40 elderly care homes in Wealden are on the CQC register (data of 2 November 2026).

Which elderly care homes in Wealden are rated Outstanding?

High Broom Care Home and Temple Grove Nursing Home.

How much does a care home cost in Wealden?

East Sussex council paid on average £948 a week for residential care and £990 for nursing care for people aged 65 and over in 2024-2025. For adults aged 18 to 64 it paid £2,118 and £1,679. Across England the averages were £982 and £1,102 for people aged 65 and over. People who pay for their own care are often charged more, so ask each home for its weekly fee.

How are these care homes ordered?

Ordered by the MyCareCheck score: the average of the five CQC key-question ratings (safe, effective, caring, responsive and well-led) on a 0 to 10 scale, where Outstanding is 10, Good 8, Requires improvement 5 and Inadequate 2. Homes the CQC has not rated yet come last. No home is left out because of its rating.

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