Old Rectory Care Home
Old Rectory Care Home is a residential care home in Romney Marsh, Kent (TN29 0LE). It holds a CQC rating of Good.
About Old Rectory Care Home
Here at Old Rectory Care Home, we are proud to sit at the heart of the Romney Marsh community in Kent, offering a place where residents genuinely feel at home. Our most recent Care Quality Commission rating is Good, which reflects the consistent effort our whole team puts into making sure every person in our care is treated with dignity, kindness and respect. We support a wide range of needs under one roof. Older adults and those living with dementia are very much at the centre of what we do, and we work hard to create an environment that feels calm, familiar and reassuring. We also support residents with mental health needs, physical disabilities, and visual or hearing impairments, and we welcome younger adults who need residential care tailored to their stage of life. For those who need a shorter stay, we offer respite care that gives family members and carers the rest they sometimes need, while ensuring their loved one is in safe and capable hands. Romney Marsh itself is a wonderfully distinctive part of Kent, and we think that sense of place matters. Whether residents are enjoying the views, spending time in our communal spaces or simply having a quiet moment with a member of staff over a cup of tea, we want life here to feel meaningful and unhurried. Every person who comes to live with us, even for a short time, brings their own story, preferences and routines. We take time to get to know each resident properly, because good care cannot be delivered from a distance. Families are always welcome to be involved, and we encourage open conversations so that everyone feels informed and included. If you would like to find out more about life at Old Rectory, please do get in touch. We are always happy to talk.
Care provided at Old Rectory Care Home
- Older person care
- Dementia care
- Mental health care
- Physical disability support
- Sensory impairment support
- Younger adults care
- Respite care
- Last CQC inspection: 10 July 2021
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
How Old Rectory Care Home compares in Folkestone and Hythe
Measured against the 46 care homes for older people registered in Folkestone and Hythe. The dark dot is this home.
- Size
- 35 places. Larger than 31 of the 46 homes. The local average is 30 places.
- CQC rating
- Good. 31 of the 46 homes (67%) are rated Good or Outstanding. Across Kent the figure is 68%.
- Latest report
- 10 July 2021. 19 of the 46 homes have published a newer inspection report since.
- Registered
- September 2019. One of the newer homes in the area. Only 9 of the 46 have registered more recently.
- Care offered
- Dementia care. Of the 46 homes, 21 offer dementia care.
- Food hygiene
- 5 out of 5. The top rating, shared by 31 of the 34 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 Folkestone and Hythe.
The local picture: Folkestone and Hythe
What the numbers say about care for older people in Folkestone and Hythe, 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: 15,700. Rising to 18,000 by 2035, up 15%
- People aged 85 and over: 4,000. Rising to 6,200 by 2035, up 57%
- 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+: 88. Kent average is 77.
- Care homes, last 12 months: 1 opened, 0 closed
- 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 Old Rectory Care Home
Facts from public registers, and what is close by.
- Registered with CQC
- 13 September 2019, so 7 years.
- Food hygiene rating
- 5 out of 5. Very good. Last inspected by the local council on 27 February 2026.
- Run by
- Old Rectory Care Ltd, 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 Old Rectory Care Home
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, 8.6 miles away
It is about 8.6 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
- Martello Health Centre, 0.2 miles away
- Oak Hall Surgery, 3.9 miles away
- Church Lane Health Centre, 3.9 miles away
Nearest dentists
- Pennypot Dental Practice, 3.5 miles away (NHS.uk details)
- Oradent Dental Care Mayden, 3.7 miles away (NHS.uk details)
- Pennypot Dental Surgery, 3.8 miles away (NHS.uk details)
Nearest pharmacies
- Ferris Chemist, 0.3 miles away
- Allied Pharmacy New Romney, 3.8 miles away
- Well, 4.4 miles away
Nearest railway stations
- Westenhanger Station, 4.9 miles away
- Sandling Station, 5.2 miles away
- Ham Street Station, 6.8 miles away
Around Old Rectory Care Home
- H: Old Rectory Care Home
- 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 Old Rectory Care Home
Where is Old Rectory Care Home located?
Old Rectory Care Home is a residential care home in Romney Marsh, Kent, TN29 0LE. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.
What type of care does Old Rectory Care Home provide?
Old Rectory Care Home is registered to provide residential personal care, with support that includes Older person care, Dementia care, Mental health care, Physical disability support, Sensory impairment support, Younger adults care. The full list of services is shown on this page.
What is Old Rectory Care Home's CQC rating?
Old Rectory Care Home is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Good following its last inspection on 10 July 2021. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Does Old Rectory Care Home provide dementia care?
Yes. Old Rectory Care Home supports people living with dementia. We recommend contacting the home directly to discuss your individual situation.
Does Old Rectory Care Home offer respite or short-term care?
Yes. Old Rectory Care Home offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.
Questions families ask about Old Rectory Care Home
Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?
Yes. Old Rectory Care Home 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. Old Rectory Care Home 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. Old Rectory Care Home 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. Old Rectory Care Home 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
Old Rectory Care Home 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 Old Rectory Care Home. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
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