Ridgegate Home
Ridgegate Home is a residential care home in Reigate, Surrey (RH2 0NR). It holds a CQC rating of Requires Improvement.
About Ridgegate Home
We at Ridgegate Home offer residential care in the welcoming town of Reigate, Surrey, providing a supportive place to call home for older people and adults with a range of care needs. Nestled within the RH postcode area, our home sits in one of the South East's most cherished corners, where residents can enjoy the familiar comforts of a town known for its community spirit and green surroundings. Our setting has been thoughtfully arranged to feel warm, homely, and reassuringly familiar. Reigate itself offers a peaceful backdrop, and our location within Surrey means families visiting from across the region can reach us with ease. Inside, we strive to create an atmosphere that feels less like an institution and more like a genuine home, where daily routines, quiet moments, and shared conversations shape the rhythm of life. The care we provide is broad and thoughtfully tailored. We support older people who need residential care as part of their everyday lives, as well as those living with dementia, where consistency, gentle routines, and understanding faces make a meaningful difference. We also welcome adults with mental health needs, physical disabilities, and sensory impairments including visual or hearing loss, adapting our approach so that each resident feels understood and respected. Younger adults who require ongoing support are equally at home with us, and we offer respite care for families who need short term reassurance that their loved one is being looked after with warmth and skill. In practice, this means care plans shaped around the person rather than the condition, small daily kindnesses, and a team who take the time to learn what matters most to each resident, from favourite meals to treasured memories. Our most recent CQC inspection, carried out on 29 September 2025, resulted in an overall rating of Requires Improvement. Within that report, we were pleased to be rated Good for being Effective and Caring, a recognition of the compassion our team brings to every interaction and the meaningful outcomes we work towards for those in our care. We fully acknowledge the areas identified as needing improvement across Safe, Responsive, and Well led, and we are committed to open, honest progress. For families, this transparency matters: we would rather share where we are on our journey than gloss over it, and we welcome conversations about the steps we are taking to strengthen every aspect of life at Ridgegate Home. 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 exploring options in Reigate or the wider Surrey area, we would be delighted to hear from you, answer your questions, and arrange a visit so you can see our home for yourself and meet the people who make it what it is. Please do get in touch whenever you feel ready.
Care provided at Ridgegate Home
- Older person care
- Dementia care
- Mental health care
- Physical disability support
- Sensory impairment support
- Younger adults care
- Respite care
- Last CQC inspection: 29 September 2025
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
How Ridgegate Home compares in Reigate and Banstead
Measured against the 57 care homes for older people registered in Reigate and Banstead. The dark dot is this home.
- Size
- 25 places. Smaller than 33 of the 57 homes. The local average is 41 places.
- CQC rating
- Requires improvement. 42 of the 57 homes (74%) are rated Good or Outstanding. Across Surrey the figure is 70%.
- Latest report
- 29 September 2025. 9 of the 57 homes have published a newer inspection report since.
- Registered
- November 2010. One of the longer established homes. 48 of the 57 registered more recently.
- Care offered
- Dementia care. Of the 57 homes, 33 offer dementia care.
- Food hygiene
- 5 out of 5. The top rating, shared by 27 of the 37 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 Reigate and Banstead.
The local picture: Reigate and Banstead
What the numbers say about care for older people in Reigate and Banstead, in Surrey.
What care costs in Surrey, per week
| Type of care | What the council pays | What self-funders are typically asked |
|---|---|---|
| Residential care | £952 | £1,654 to £1,931 (Middle half of prices from 18 Surrey homes. Median £1,772.) |
| Nursing care | £988 | £1,920 to £2,155 (Middle half of prices from 13 Surrey homes. Median £2,025.) |
| Residential dementia care | Not published separately | £1,725 to £2,020 (Middle half of prices from 14 Surrey homes. Median £1,842.) |
| Nursing dementia care | Not published separately | £1,975 to £2,226 (South East figure, because too few Surrey 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: 15,600. Rising to 18,300 by 2035, up 18%
- People aged 85 and over: 4,700. Rising to 7,000 by 2035, up 50%
- Living with dementia, aged 65 and over (estimate): 2,100. Rising to 2,700 by 2035, up 27%
- Dementia diagnosis rate: 71%. The NHS ambition is 67%. Surrey as a whole is 68%.
- Care home beds per 1,000 people aged 75+: 115. Surrey average is 90.
- Care homes, last 12 months: 2 opened, 3 closed. 1 changed owner, covering 53 beds.
- Care home beds filled across Surrey: 88%. The 12 month average is 87%.
- Who pays, across Surrey (estimate): 32% council, 52% self. The rest is NHS funded or other.
Planned and recent building work within 5 miles
- 0.6 miles: Oakhill House 64 Chart Lane Reigate Surrey. Application for a 10 bed care home through a change of use. Submitted 4 March 2026. Approved with conditions 5 June 2026.
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 Ridgegate Home
Facts from public registers, and what is close by.
- Registered with CQC
- 25 November 2010, so 15 years.
- Food hygiene rating
- 5 out of 5. Very good. Last inspected by the local council on 8 April 2026.
- Run by
- Ridgegate Home, 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 Ridgegate 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
- East Surrey Hospital, Redhill, 2 miles away
It is about 2 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
- The House Partnership, 0.7 miles away
- Hawthorns Surgery, 0.7 miles away
- The Wall House Surgery, 0.7 miles away
Nearest dentists
- Ringley Park Dental Practice, 0.3 miles away (NHS.uk details)
- Slipshoe House Dental Surgery, 0.9 miles away (NHS.uk details)
- Highstreet Medical Dental, 1 mile away (NHS.uk details)
Nearest pharmacies
- Th Dolman, 0.6 miles away
- Day Lewis Pharmacy, 0.6 miles away
- Morrisons Pharmacy, 0.7 miles away
Nearest railway stations
- Reigate Station, 0.6 miles away
- Redhill Station, 1.1 miles away
- Earlswood (Surrey) Station, 1.3 miles away
Around Ridgegate Home
- H: Ridgegate 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.
Local care news in Surrey
- New 30 bed care home registered with CQC in Waverley: Bridge House Care Home (5 November 2026)
- CQC register adds a new care home in Waverley: Cedar Court Care Home (5 November 2026)
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Common questions about Ridgegate Home
Where is Ridgegate Home located?
Ridgegate Home is a residential care home in Reigate, Surrey, RH2 0NR. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.
What type of care does Ridgegate Home provide?
Ridgegate 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 Ridgegate Home's CQC rating?
Ridgegate Home is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Requires Improvement following its last inspection on 29 September 2025. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Does Ridgegate Home provide dementia care?
Yes. Ridgegate Home supports people living with dementia. We recommend contacting the home directly to discuss your individual situation.
Does Ridgegate Home offer respite or short-term care?
Yes. Ridgegate Home offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.
Questions families ask about Ridgegate Home
Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?
Yes. Ridgegate 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. Ridgegate 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. Ridgegate 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. Ridgegate 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
Ridgegate 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 Ridgegate Home. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
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