Ashminster House
Ashminster House is a nursing home in Ashford, Kent (TN24 0LX). It holds a CQC rating of Good.
About Ashminster House
Ashminster House is a nursing home in Ashford, Kent. We care for older adults, including many people living with dementia, and we offer respite stays alongside permanent places. Registered nurses are part of the team here at all hours. People usually come to us at a point when things have become difficult, whether because a condition has progressed, because a hospital stay has changed what somebody can manage, or because a family carer can no longer carry what they have been carrying. We try to make that transition as gentle as it can be, which mostly means listening carefully at the start and not rushing anybody into our way of doing things. The clinical care has to be right and we hold ourselves to that. Alongside it, we pay attention to the parts of life that are easily lost in a nursing home. Familiar belongings, food somebody actually likes, a say in when the day begins, visitors who are welcome rather than tolerated, and quiet when quiet is wanted. For people living with dementia, calm surroundings and a steady routine do more good than almost anything else, and we protect both. Our most recent overall rating from the Care Quality Commission is good. Please contact us if you would like to look round or talk about a place.
Care provided at Ashminster House
- Older person care
- Dementia care
- Respite care
- Last CQC inspection: 27 September 2022
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
How Ashminster House compares in Ashford
Measured against the 20 care homes for older people registered in Ashford. The dark dot is this home.
- Size
- 60 places. Larger than 12 of the 20 homes. The local average is 48 places.
- CQC rating
- Good. 18 of the 20 homes (90%) are rated Good or Outstanding. Across Kent the figure is 68%.
- Latest report
- 27 September 2022. 5 of the 20 homes have published a newer inspection report since.
- Registered
- February 2011. 12 of the 20 homes registered more recently.
- Care offered
- Nursing and dementia care. Of the 20 homes, 12 offer nursing care and 12 offer dementia care.
- Food hygiene
- 5 out of 5. The top rating, shared by 17 of the 17 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 Ashford.
The local picture: Ashford
What the numbers say about care for older people in Ashford, 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: 15,000. Rising to 17,600 by 2035, up 18%
- People aged 85 and over: 3,700. Rising to 6,000 by 2035, up 61%
- Living with dementia, aged 65 and over (estimate): 1,900. Rising to 2,500 by 2035, up 30%
- Dementia diagnosis rate: 58%. The NHS ambition is 67%. Kent as a whole is 62%.
- Care home beds per 1,000 people aged 75+: 60. Kent average is 77.
- Care homes, last 12 months: 0 opened, 0 closed. 2 changed owner, covering 29 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 Ashminster House
Facts from public registers, and what is close by.
- Registered with CQC
- 15 February 2011, so 15 years.
- Food hygiene rating
- 5 out of 5. Very good. Last inspected by the local council on 11 December 2025.
- Run by
- Barchester Healthcare Homes Limited, which runs 237 adult social care services in England. 175 of the 198 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 Ashminster House
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, 1 mile away
It is about 1 mile 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
- Sydenham House Medical Centre, 0.6 miles away
- Ashford Medical Partnership, 0.6 miles away
- New Hayesbank Surgery, 1.1 miles away
Nearest dentists
- Romney House Dental Practice, 0.1 miles away (NHS.uk details)
- Pennypot Dental Ashford, 0.8 miles away (NHS.uk details)
- Sunnyside Dental Practice, 0.9 miles away (NHS.uk details)
Nearest pharmacies
- Mill Court Pharmacy, 0.6 miles away
- Willesborough Pharmacy, 0.6 miles away
- Boots, 1 mile away
Nearest railway stations
- Ashford International Station, 0.8 miles away
- Wye Station, 3.2 miles away
- Ham Street Station, 5.6 miles away
Around Ashminster House
- H: Ashminster House
- 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 Ashminster House
Where is Ashminster House located?
Ashminster House is a nursing home in Ashford, Kent, TN24 0LX. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.
What type of care does Ashminster House provide?
Ashminster House is registered to provide nursing and personal care, with support that includes Older person care, Dementia care, Respite care. The full list of services is shown on this page.
What is Ashminster House's CQC rating?
Ashminster House is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Good following its last inspection on 27 September 2022. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Does Ashminster House provide dementia care?
Yes. Ashminster House supports people living with dementia. We recommend contacting the home directly to discuss your individual situation.
Does Ashminster House offer respite or short-term care?
Yes. Ashminster House offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.
Questions families ask about Ashminster House
Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?
Yes. Ashminster House 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?
Yes. Yes. Ashminster House is registered to provide nursing care, so registered nurses are part of the team.
Can they try a short stay before deciding?
Yes. Yes. Ashminster House 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?
No. Ashminster House is registered for older people. Younger adults are not listed.
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
Ashminster House 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
- Nursing care: £1,350 to £1,750 per week per person, typical range
Indicative figures for the South East, not a quote from Ashminster House. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
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