Avondale Castlemount Lodge
Avondale Castlemount Lodge is a residential care home in Dover, Kent (CT16 1SG). It holds a CQC rating of Good.
About Avondale Castlemount Lodge
We at Avondale Castlemount Lodge are proud to offer a welcoming residential care home in the heart of Dover, providing personalised residential care for adults with a wide range of needs. Nestled within the historic coastal town of Dover in Kent, our home offers a warm and homely environment where every resident is treated as an individual. Our setting in the CT postcode area places us within easy reach of local amenities, green spaces, and the familiar surroundings of the South East coast. The home itself has been thoughtfully arranged to create a comfortable, calming atmosphere, with communal spaces that encourage conversation and companionship alongside quieter areas where residents can enjoy peaceful reflection, hobbies, or time with visiting family. We believe that a true sense of home comes from the small details, and we work hard to ensure that everyone who lives with us feels safe, valued, and genuinely at ease. Our care team supports a diverse community, including older people, younger adults, and those living with learning disabilities, autism, or mental health needs. This breadth of specialism means we are well placed to deliver care that is sensitive to each person's history, preferences, and aspirations. For residents and their loved ones, this translates into tailored support plans, meaningful daily routines, and a genuine commitment to promoting independence wherever possible. Whether a resident requires gentle encouragement, structured support, or specialist understanding of complex needs, our approach is always rooted in dignity, respect, and patience. Families can take reassurance from our most recent CQC inspection, where Avondale Castlemount Lodge was rated Good across every domain, including Safe, Effective, Caring, Responsive, and Well led. Achieving a consistent Good rating reflects the dedication of our team and the quality of the everyday experiences we provide, from the warmth of our welcome to the thoughtfulness of our care planning. It is a standard we are committed to maintaining and building upon. Choosing a care home is one of the most important decisions a family can make, and we understand the weight of that choice. If you are considering residential care in Dover for a loved one, we warmly invite you to get in touch, ask questions, and discover whether our home could be the right fit. We are here to listen, to guide, and to offer the reassurance that your family member will be cared for with kindness and professionalism every single day.
Care provided at Avondale Castlemount Lodge
- Older person care
- Mental health care
- Learning disability and autism support
- Younger adults care
- Respite care
- Last CQC inspection: 24 February 2026
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
How Avondale Castlemount Lodge compares in Dover
Measured against the 39 care homes for older people registered in Dover. The dark dot is this home.
- Size
- 9 places. Smaller than 34 of the 39 homes. The local average is 29 places.
- CQC rating
- Good. 25 of the 39 homes (64%) are rated Good or Outstanding. Across Kent the figure is 68%.
- Latest report
- 24 February 2026. 12 of the 39 homes have published a newer inspection report since.
- Registered
- December 2016. 12 of the 39 homes registered more recently.
Powered by Orrery Intelligence. Data: CQC register and Food Standards Agency ratings. Counts cover registered care homes for older people in Dover.
The local picture: Dover
What the numbers say about care for older people in Dover, in Kent.
What care costs in Kent, per week
| Type of care | What the council pays | What self-funders are typically asked |
|---|---|---|
| Residential care | £1,187 | £1,409 to £1,600 (Middle half of prices from 22 Kent homes. Median £1,500.) |
| Nursing care | £1,378 | £1,550 to £1,865 (Middle half of prices from 11 Kent homes. Median £1,605.) |
| Residential dementia care | Not published separately | £1,500 to £1,619 (Middle half of prices from 18 Kent homes. Median £1,500.) |
| Nursing dementia care | Not published separately | £1,975 to £2,226 (South East figure, because too few Kent 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: 15,300. Rising to 18,000 by 2035, up 18%
- People aged 85 and over: 3,800. Rising to 5,800 by 2035, up 53%
- Living with dementia, aged 65 and over (estimate): 2,000. Rising to 2,500 by 2035, up 27%
- Dementia diagnosis rate: 59%. The NHS ambition is 67%. Kent as a whole is 62%.
- Care home beds per 1,000 people aged 75+: 75. Kent average is 77.
- Care homes, last 12 months: 0 opened, 1 closed. 1 changed owner, covering 21 beds.
- Care home beds filled across Kent: 88%. The 12 month average is 88%.
- Who pays, across Kent (estimate): 35% council, 43% 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 Avondale Castlemount Lodge
Facts from public registers, and what is close by.
- Registered with CQC
- 1 December 2016, so 9 years.
- Run by
- Avondalecare (Kent) Limited, which runs 3 adult social care services in England. All 2 that have a rating are rated Good or Outstanding.
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 Avondale Castlemount Lodge
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
- William Harvey Hospital, Ashford, 17.4 miles away
It is about 17.4 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
- St James' Surgery, under 0.1 miles away
- Pencester Surgery, 0.2 miles away
- High Street Surgery, 0.5 miles away
Nearest dentists
- Castle Street (Dental Practice), 0.2 miles away (NHS.uk details)
- Castle Street Dental Practice, 0.2 miles away (NHS.uk details)
- Bupa Dental Care, 0.2 miles away (NHS.uk details)
Nearest pharmacies
- Aa Beggs, 0.2 miles away
- Boots, 0.2 miles away
- Paydens Pharmacy, 0.5 miles away
Nearest railway stations
- Dover Priory Station, 0.5 miles away
- Kearsney Station, 2.4 miles away
- Martin Mill Station, 3.2 miles away
Around Avondale Castlemount Lodge
- H: Avondale Castlemount Lodge
- 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.
Common questions about Avondale Castlemount Lodge
Where is Avondale Castlemount Lodge located?
Avondale Castlemount Lodge is a residential care home in Dover, Kent, CT16 1SG. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.
What type of care does Avondale Castlemount Lodge provide?
Avondale Castlemount Lodge is registered to provide residential personal care, with support that includes Older person care, Mental health care, Learning disability and autism support, Younger adults care, Respite care. The full list of services is shown on this page.
What is Avondale Castlemount Lodge's CQC rating?
Avondale Castlemount Lodge is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Good following its last inspection on 24 February 2026. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Does Avondale Castlemount Lodge offer respite or short-term care?
Yes. Avondale Castlemount Lodge offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.
Questions families ask about Avondale Castlemount Lodge
Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?
No. Avondale Castlemount Lodge 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.
Is there a nurse on site if health needs change?
No. Avondale Castlemount Lodge 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.
Can they try a short stay before deciding?
Yes. Yes. Avondale Castlemount Lodge offers respite and short stays, which is a good way to see whether the home is the right fit.
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.
Do they take younger adults as well as older people?
Yes. Yes. Avondale Castlemount Lodge supports younger adults as well as older people.
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.
Typical weekly fees in the South East
Avondale Castlemount Lodge 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 Avondale Castlemount Lodge. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
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