St Margarets Nursing Home
St Margarets Nursing Home is a nursing home in Hythe, Kent (CT21 5NU). It holds a CQC rating of Good.
About St Margarets Nursing Home
St Margarets Nursing Home is in Hythe. We care for older people who need qualified nursing alongside help with everyday living, including residents living with dementia. Having nurses on duty at every hour means we can manage wound and pressure care, continence and catheter needs, diabetes, pain relief and end of life care, working closely with GPs, district nurses and hospital teams. It also means somebody whose health declines can usually stay here, among familiar faces and their own belongings, rather than being moved at the hardest possible moment. Dementia nursing asks for patience more than anything. We keep surroundings calm and the rhythm of the day predictable, we keep the same staff around the same residents as far as rotas allow, and we give people the time they need to find their words instead of finishing sentences for them. We ask families to tell us about working lives, music and habits, because that knowledge does real work on a difficult afternoon. Respite stays are available, including nursing support after a hospital discharge. Our most recent overall rating from the Care Quality Commission is good. Families across Kent are welcome to visit.
Care provided at St Margarets Nursing Home
- Older person care
- Dementia care
- Respite care
- Last CQC inspection: 15 January 2021
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
How St Margarets Nursing 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
- 25 places. Smaller than 24 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
- 15 January 2021. 20 of the 46 homes have published a newer inspection report since.
- Registered
- April 2025. One of the newer homes in the area. Only 1 of the 46 has registered more recently.
- Care offered
- Nursing and dementia care. Of the 46 homes, 14 offer nursing care and 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 St Margarets Nursing Home
Facts from public registers, and what is close by.
- Registered with CQC
- 30 April 2025, so 1 year.
- Food hygiene rating
- 5 out of 5. Very good. Last inspected by the local council on 22 September 2025.
- Run by
- Rohan Care Limited, 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 St Margarets Nursing 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, 9 miles away
It is about 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
- Sun Lane Surgery, 0.1 miles away
- Oaklands Health Centre, 0.4 miles away
- White House Surgery, 2.7 miles away
Nearest dentists
- High Street Dental Practice, 0.2 miles away (NHS.uk details)
- Country Dental Ltd, 0.3 miles away (NHS.uk details)
- Pennypot Dental Surgery, 1.3 miles away (NHS.uk details)
Nearest pharmacies
- Boots, 0.2 miles away
- Eakins Chemist, 0.2 miles away
- Paydens Pharmacy, 0.4 miles away
Nearest railway stations
- Sandling Station, 1.7 miles away
- Westenhanger Station, 2.8 miles away
- Folkestone West Station, 2.9 miles away
Around St Margarets Nursing Home
- H: St Margarets Nursing 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 St Margarets Nursing Home
Where is St Margarets Nursing Home located?
St Margarets Nursing Home is a nursing home in Hythe, Kent, CT21 5NU. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.
What type of care does St Margarets Nursing Home provide?
St Margarets Nursing Home 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 St Margarets Nursing Home's CQC rating?
St Margarets Nursing Home is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Good following its last inspection on 15 January 2021. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Does St Margarets Nursing Home provide dementia care?
Yes. St Margarets Nursing Home supports people living with dementia. We recommend contacting the home directly to discuss your individual situation.
Does St Margarets Nursing Home offer respite or short-term care?
Yes. St Margarets Nursing Home offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.
Questions families ask about St Margarets Nursing Home
Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?
Yes. St Margarets Nursing 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?
Yes. Yes. St Margarets Nursing Home is registered to provide nursing care, so registered nurses are part of the team.
Can they try a short stay before deciding?
Yes. Yes. St Margarets Nursing 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?
No. St Margarets Nursing Home 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
St Margarets Nursing 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
- Nursing care: £1,350 to £1,750 per week per person, typical range
Indicative figures for the South East, not a quote from St Margarets Nursing Home. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
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