Baronsmede
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- Older Person Care
- Learning Disability / Autism
- Younger Adults
- Respite Care
- CQC: Good
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About Us
Here at Baronsmede, we provide residential care for a range of people in the heart of Crowborough, East Sussex. We support older adults, younger adults, and individuals living with a learning disability or autism, and we also offer respite care for those who need a shorter stay, whether to recover, to rest, or simply to give family members a well earned break.
We know that choosing a care home is one of the most significant decisions a person or family will ever make, and we do not take that lightly. From the moment someone enquires with us, we try to make the process as straightforward and reassuring as possible. We want people to feel comfortable asking questions, taking their time, and getting a genuine sense of what life here looks like before any decisions are made.
Day to day, we focus on making Baronsmede feel like a real home rather than an institution. That means listening carefully to the people who live here, respecting their routines and preferences, and making sure they feel known as individuals rather than simply as residents. The people we support have varied needs and backgrounds, and we work hard to make sure our approach reflects that variety rather than applying a one size fits all model.
We were pleased to receive a rating of Good from the Care Quality Commission at our most recent inspection. That outcome reflects the effort our whole team puts in, and it gives families an independent confirmation that the care here meets a solid standard. We remain committed to building on that and to being honest about where we can do better.
If you would like to find out more about Baronsmede, or to arrange a visit, we would genuinely love to hear from you.
Common questions about Baronsmede
Where is Baronsmede located?
Baronsmede is a residential care home in Crowborough, East Sussex, TN6 1EJ. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.
What type of care does Baronsmede provide?
Baronsmede is registered to provide residential personal care, with support that includes Older person care, Learning disability and autism support, Younger adults care, Respite care. The full list of services is shown on this page.
What is Baronsmede's CQC rating?
Baronsmede is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Good following its last inspection on 28 March 2020. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Does Baronsmede offer respite or short-term care?
Yes. Baronsmede offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.
Contact Baronsmede
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Care We Offer
- Older Person Care: Support with daily living for older people, from companionship to help with washing, dressing and medication.
- Learning Disability / Autism: Person-centred support that helps people with a learning disability or autism live as independently as possible.
- Younger Adults: Care designed around the needs and lifestyle of younger adults (typically 18 to 65).
- Respite Care: Short stays that give family carers a break, or help someone recover after illness or a hospital stay.
- Residential Care: Help with everyday living, meals and personal care in a supportive home setting.
Questions families ask about Baronsmede
Answered from the CQC register where we can. 5 of these the home has not told us yet, so ask when you call.
Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?
No. Baronsmede is not listed for dementia care on the CQC register. If dementia is likely, choose a home that is, so a second move is not needed later. Source: CQC register
Is there a nurse on site if health needs change?
No. Baronsmede is a residential care home without on-site nursing. District nurses and GPs visit, but someone who needs daily nursing may have to move to a nursing home. Source: CQC register
Can they try a short stay before deciding?
Yes. Baronsmede offers respite and short stays, which is a good way to see whether the home is the right fit. Source: CQC register
Will they support end of life care, so there is no move at the hardest time?
Ask the home. End of life care is not listed on the register. Ask the manager whether residents can remain in the home with hospice or district nurse support.
Can she bring her cat or dog?
Ask the home. The home has not told us its pet policy yet. Ask directly; some homes allow small pets in residents' rooms or welcome visiting dogs.
Can a couple stay together?
Ask the home. We do not know whether the home has rooms for couples. Ask about shared or adjoining rooms if this matters.
Will the council help pay, or is it self funded only?
Ask the home. The home has not told us which funding it accepts. Most homes take both council funded and self funded residents; ask about council rates and any top up. Use our funding calculator to check what you might pay.
Do they take younger adults as well as older people?
Yes. Baronsmede supports younger adults as well as older people. Source: CQC register
Can I visit before deciding, and are there visiting hours?
Ask the home. Every home should welcome a visit. Call to arrange one, ideally at a mealtime or during an activity, and ask about visiting hours for family.
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Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
- Latest inspection: 28 March 2020
- Report published: 28 March 2020
Overall: Good
- Safe: Good
- Effective: Good
- Caring: Good
- Responsive: Good
- Well-led: Good
Care Quality Commission is responsible for the registration and inspection of social care services in England.
Ratings are as published by the CQC and may not reflect the current position of the service.
How Baronsmede compares in Wealden
Measured against the 47 care homes for older people registered in Wealden. The dark dot is this home.
- Size
- 4 places. Smaller than 46 of the 47 homes. The local average is 45 places.
- CQC rating
- Good. 32 of the 47 homes (68%) are rated Good or Outstanding. Across East Sussex the figure is 75%.
- Latest report
- 28 March 2020. 26 of the 47 homes have published a newer inspection report since.
- Registered
- July 2015. 24 of the 47 homes registered more recently.
- Food hygiene
- 5 out of 5. The top rating, shared by 37 of the 39 homes that have one.
Powered by Orrery Intelligence. Data: CQC register and Food Standards Agency ratings. Counts cover registered care homes for older people in Wealden.
The local picture: Wealden
What the numbers say about care for older people in Wealden, in East Sussex.
What care costs in East Sussex, per week
| Type of care | What the council pays | What self-funders are typically asked |
|---|---|---|
| Residential care | £929 | £1,500 to £1,809 (South East figure, because too few East Sussex homes publish this price. 107 homes. Median £1,600.) |
| Nursing care | £994 | £1,617 to £2,080 (South East figure, because too few East Sussex homes publish this price. 63 homes. Median £1,933.) |
| Residential dementia care | Not published separately | £1,571 to £1,942 (South East figure, because too few East Sussex homes publish this price. 82 homes. Median £1,709.) |
| Nursing dementia care | Not published separately | £1,975 to £2,226 (South East figure, because too few East Sussex homes publish this price. 37 homes. Median £2,050.) |
Published prices are often starting prices, and come from homes that publish fees, so treat them as a guide. Ask the home for its own price.
- People aged 75 and over: 24,700. Rising to 28,800 by 2035, up 17%
- People aged 85 and over: 6,300. Rising to 9,800 by 2035, up 55%
- Living with dementia, aged 65 and over (estimate): 3,100. Rising to 4,000 by 2035, up 27%
- Dementia diagnosis rate: 56%. The NHS ambition is 67%. East Sussex as a whole is 61%.
- Care home beds per 1,000 people aged 75+: 69. East Sussex average is 88.
- Care homes, last 12 months: 0 opened, 1 closed. 13 changed owner, covering 685 beds.
- Care home beds filled across East Sussex: 83%. The 12 month average is 83%.
- Who pays, across East Sussex (estimate): 33% council, 47% self. The rest is NHS funded or other.
Powered by Orrery Intelligence. Market model built 22 October 2026 (ONS 2022 based population projections, dementia estimates, CQC register), published care home prices, council planning records.
Good to know about Baronsmede
Facts from public registers, and what is close by.
- Registered with CQC
- 1 July 2015, so 11 years.
- Food hygiene rating
- 5 out of 5. Very good. Last inspected by the local council on 26 March 2025.
- Run by
- Baronsmede Support Services Limited, which runs this service only.
Sources: CQC register, Food Standards Agency, OpenStreetMap contributors. Distances are in a straight line from the postcode, not walking or driving routes.
Local services near Baronsmede
The closest places to this home, measured in a straight line from its postcode. They are the nearest, not necessarily the ones the home uses. Ask the home which GP, dentist and pharmacy its residents are registered with.
Nearest 24 hour A&E
- Tunbridge Wells Hospital, Pembury, 9 miles away
It is about 9 miles in a straight line from the postcode. The drive is usually longer. In an emergency call 999; the ambulance may take you elsewhere.
Nearest GP practices
- Saxonbury House Surgery, 0.4 miles away
- Beacon Surgery, 0.5 miles away
- Rotherfield Surgery, 1 mile away
Nearest dentists
- Crowborough Dental Clinic, 0.3 miles away (NHS.uk details)
- Durban Dental Surgery, 0.4 miles away (NHS.uk details)
- Ashdown Dental Clinic, 1 mile away (NHS.uk details)
Nearest pharmacies
- Chappells Pharmacy, 0.4 miles away
- Boots, 0.5 miles away
- Morrisons Pharmacy, 0.5 miles away
Nearest railway stations
- Crowborough Station, 1.1 miles away
- Eridge Station, 3 miles away
- Buxted Station, 4.6 miles away
Around Baronsmede
- H: Baronsmede
- A: 24 hour A&E
- G: GP practice
- D: Dentist
- P: Pharmacy
- S: Railway station
Straight line distances, not routes. Places very close to the home are spread out slightly so they can be told apart.
Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Practice and pharmacy details from the NHS England Organisation Data Service. A&E sites from NHS England A&E data and the Organisation Data Service. Railway stations from the Department for Transport NaPTAN dataset. Distances are straight line and approximate.
Typical weekly fees in the South East
Baronsmede has not published its fees yet. These are typical weekly fees for the South East, so you know roughly what to expect before you call.
- Residential care: £1,100 to £1,450 per week per person, typical range
Indicative figures for the South East, not a quote from Baronsmede. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
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