Falconer's Court
Falconer's Court is a residential care home in Edenbridge, Kent (TN8 5NW). It holds a CQC rating of Good.
About Falconer's Court
We at Falconer's Court are proud to offer compassionate residential care in the welcoming town of Edenbridge, Kent. Our home provides a nurturing environment where residents receive personalised support tailored to their individual needs, whether they are joining us for long term living or a shorter respite stay. Nestled within the leafy surroundings of the TN postcode area, our home benefits from the peaceful atmosphere that Edenbridge and the wider South East countryside are known for. The setting offers residents a calm and reassuring backdrop to daily life, whilst remaining well connected to the local community. Families visiting loved ones will find our location easily accessible, blending rural tranquillity with the convenience of nearby amenities. Our specialisms reflect the breadth of experience within our team, allowing us to welcome adults with a wide range of needs. We provide dedicated support for older people, including those living with dementia, and we also care for younger adults, individuals with learning disabilities or autism, and people managing mental health conditions. In addition, we support residents with physical disabilities and those with visual or hearing impairments, ensuring that every person we welcome feels genuinely understood and valued. In practice, this means our approach is truly person centred. For families, it offers the reassurance that a loved one's individual routines, preferences, and communication needs will be respected and accommodated. For residents living with dementia, this includes a calm, structured environment designed to reduce anxiety and promote wellbeing. For younger adults or those with learning disabilities, it means encouraging independence, meaningful activity, and social connection. Our respite care offering also gives family carers the opportunity to take a well earned break, safe in the knowledge that their loved one is in caring, capable hands. We are pleased to hold an overall rating of Good from the Care Quality Commission, with Good ratings achieved across every domain including Safe, Effective, Caring, Responsive, and Well led. This consistent recognition reflects our ongoing commitment to delivering high standards of care in every aspect of daily life, from the safety of our environment to the responsiveness of our team and the leadership guiding our home. Choosing a care home is one of the most important decisions a family can make, and we understand the emotions that come with it. We warmly invite families considering care in Edenbridge and the surrounding Kent area to get in touch with us to learn more about life at Falconer's Court. Whether you are exploring options for a loved one now or simply gathering information for the future, we are here to listen, to answer your questions, and to help you feel confident about the next steps.
Care provided at Falconer's Court
- Older person care
- Dementia care
- Mental health care
- Learning disability and autism support
- Physical disability support
- Sensory impairment support
- Younger adults care
- Respite care
- Last CQC inspection: 16 October 2018
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
What the inspectors found
A plain English summary of the Care Quality Commission inspection behind the current rating of Falconer's Court. Report published 16 October 2018.
- 21 August 2018
- 7 places, 7 people were using the service at the time
Safe
Inspectors found that people felt safe living at the home. Inspectors saw staff keeping people safe, and risks to people's safety were identified and managed. There were enough suitably trained staff, and medicines were managed safely by staff trained to give them.
Effective
Inspectors found that people received the support they needed to eat a healthy and balanced diet. Their health needs were met through access to a range of health care professionals. Staff had team meetings every month and one to one supervision meetings with their line manager.
Caring
Inspectors found that people and their relatives were complimentary about the staff team. Staff respected people's dignity and privacy. Staff knew about people's care and support plans, daily routines and preferences.
Responsive
Inspectors found that people and their family or care manager had been involved in developing and reviewing care plans as much as possible. Family and visitors could visit at any time they wished. Relatives knew how to raise concerns and were confident they would be listened to.
Well-led
Inspectors found that the provider had arrangements to monitor health and safety and the quality of care. The provider had systems to get feedback from people, their relatives and care managers. Inspectors found an open and transparent culture, and staff had clear roles and responsibilities.
What people told the inspectors
People felt safe living at the home. People and their relatives were complimentary about the staff team.
Since the last inspection
This is the earliest rated inspection report we hold for this service, so there is no earlier rating to compare with.
- 16 October 2018: Routine inspection, rated Good. This inspection gave the current rating.
Read the full report on the CQC website
Source: Care Quality Commission inspection report, summarised by CareAssura. Contains CQC data used under the Open Government Licence.
How Falconer's Court compares in Sevenoaks
Measured against the 27 care homes for older people registered in Sevenoaks. The dark dot is this home.
- Size
- 7 places. Smaller than 26 of the 27 homes. The local average is 54 places.
- CQC rating
- Good. 18 of the 27 homes (67%) are rated Good or Outstanding. Across Kent the figure is 68%.
- Latest report
- 16 October 2018. 18 of the 27 homes have published a newer inspection report since.
- Registered
- October 2017. 9 of the 27 homes registered more recently.
- Care offered
- Dementia care. Of the 27 homes, 21 offer dementia care.
- Food hygiene
- 5 out of 5. The top rating, shared by 17 of the 20 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 Sevenoaks.
The local picture: Sevenoaks
What the numbers say about care for older people in Sevenoaks, 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: 15,100. Rising to 17,000 by 2035, up 12%
- People aged 85 and over: 4,400. Rising to 6,500 by 2035, up 48%
- Living with dementia, aged 65 and over (estimate): 2,000. Rising to 2,400 by 2035, up 22%
- Dementia diagnosis rate: 65%. The NHS ambition is 67%. Kent as a whole is 62%.
- Care home beds per 1,000 people aged 75+: 76. Kent average is 77.
- Care homes, last 12 months: 2 opened, 1 closed. 1 changed owner, covering 55 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 Falconer's Court
Facts from public registers, and what is close by.
- Registered with CQC
- 1 October 2017, so 9 years.
- Food hygiene rating
- 5 out of 5. Very good. Last inspected by the local council on 12 June 2026.
- Run by
- Aspens Charities, which runs 8 adult social care services in England. 6 of the 7 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 Falconer's Court
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
- East Surrey Hospital, Redhill, 9.9 miles away
It is about 9.9 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
- Edenbridge Med Practice, 0.3 miles away
- Lingfield Surgery, 4 miles away
- Westerham Practice, 4.7 miles away
Nearest dentists
- Stangrove Court Dental Practice, 0.1 miles away (NHS.uk details)
- Pennypot Dental Practice Ltd, 0.6 miles away (NHS.uk details)
- Spring Shaw Dental, 4.6 miles away (NHS.uk details)
Nearest pharmacies
- Boots, 0.1 miles away
- Paydens Pharmacy, 0.1 miles away
- Boots, 4 miles away
Nearest railway stations
- Edenbridge Town Station, 0.2 miles away
- Edenbridge Station, 0.7 miles away
- Hever Station, 1.7 miles away
Around Falconer's Court
- H: Falconer's Court
- 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 Falconer's Court
Where is Falconer's Court located?
Falconer's Court is a residential care home in Edenbridge, Kent, TN8 5NW. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.
What type of care does Falconer's Court provide?
Falconer's Court is registered to provide residential personal care, with support that includes Older person care, Dementia care, Mental health care, Learning disability and autism support, Physical disability support, Sensory impairment support. The full list of services is shown on this page.
What is Falconer's Court's CQC rating?
Falconer's Court is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Good following its last inspection on 16 October 2018. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Does Falconer's Court provide dementia care?
Yes. Falconer's Court supports people living with dementia. We recommend contacting the home directly to discuss your individual situation.
Does Falconer's Court offer respite or short-term care?
Yes. Falconer's Court offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.
Questions families ask about Falconer's Court
Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?
Yes. Falconer's Court is registered for dementia care, so someone whose needs increase can usually stay rather than move.
Is there a nurse on site if health needs change?
No. Falconer's Court 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. Falconer's Court 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. Falconer's Court 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
Falconer's Court 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
- Dementia care: £1,200 to £1,550 per week per person, typical range
Indicative figures for the South East, not a quote from Falconer's Court. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
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