Coombe Dingle Nursing Home
Coombe Dingle Nursing Home is a nursing home in Caterham, Surrey (CR3 5RB). It holds a CQC rating of Good.
About Coombe Dingle Nursing Home
Coombe Dingle Nursing Home is in Caterham, Surrey. Because we have qualified nurses on duty, we can look after people whose health needs are beyond what a residential home can safely manage, and we can usually carry on caring for somebody as those needs grow rather than asking them to move again. We care for older people who need nursing support, including many who are living with dementia. Respite stays are available for people who need nursing care for a limited period or whose family carer needs a break. Clinically our attention goes where it counts: medication, skin integrity, nutrition and hydration, pain, safe moving and handling, and noticing early when a condition is changing. We work closely with the GP practice and the community health teams who support the home. Where dementia is part of the picture it shapes how the whole place works, from how we speak to people through to how calm the afternoons are and how we respond when somebody is distressed. Beyond the clinical side, this is where people live. Residents keep their own rooms and their own things, choose when to get up and what to eat, and can have company or quiet as they prefer. Families are welcome at any reasonable hour. Our most recent overall rating from the Care Quality Commission is good. Please contact us to arrange a proper look around.
Care provided at Coombe Dingle Nursing Home
- Older person care
- Dementia care
- Respite care
- Last CQC inspection: 18 February 2020
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
How Coombe Dingle Nursing Home compares in Tandridge
Measured against the 30 care homes for older people registered in Tandridge. The dark dot is this home.
- Size
- 35 places. Smaller than 15 of the 30 homes. The local average is 36 places.
- CQC rating
- Good. 19 of the 30 homes (63%) are rated Good or Outstanding. Across Surrey the figure is 70%.
- Latest report
- 18 February 2020. 24 of the 30 homes have published a newer inspection report since.
- Registered
- November 2010. One of the longer established homes. 28 of the 30 registered more recently.
- Care offered
- Nursing and dementia care. Of the 30 homes, 15 offer nursing care and 18 offer dementia care.
- Food hygiene
- 5 out of 5. The top rating, shared by 17 of the 21 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 Tandridge.
The local picture: Tandridge
What the numbers say about care for older people in Tandridge, 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: 10,600. Rising to 12,100 by 2035, up 15%
- People aged 85 and over: 3,100. Rising to 4,600 by 2035, up 49%
- Living with dementia, aged 65 and over (estimate): 1,400. Rising to 1,700 by 2035, up 24%
- Dementia diagnosis rate: 70%. The NHS ambition is 67%. Surrey as a whole is 68%.
- Care home beds per 1,000 people aged 75+: 91. Surrey average is 90.
- Care homes, last 12 months: 0 opened, 1 closed. 2 changed owner, covering 122 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.
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 Coombe Dingle Nursing Home
Facts from public registers, and what is close by.
- Registered with CQC
- 18 November 2010, so 15 years.
- Food hygiene rating
- 5 out of 5. Very good. Last inspected by the local council on 23 June 2025.
- Run by
- Alpha Care (Caterham) 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 Coombe Dingle 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
- East Surrey Hospital, Redhill, 5.5 miles away
It is about 5.5 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
- Caterham Valley Medical Practice, 0.5 miles away
- Old Coulsdon Medical Practice, 2 miles away
- Elizabeth House Medical Practice, 2.4 miles away
Nearest dentists
- Firs Dental Surgery, 0.1 miles away (NHS.uk details)
- Caterham Dental Surgery, 0.3 miles away (NHS.uk details)
- Townend Dental Practice, 0.3 miles away (NHS.uk details)
Nearest pharmacies
- Chemitex Ltd, 0.2 miles away
- Boots, 0.5 miles away
- Vitaltone Pharmacy, 0.6 miles away
Nearest railway stations
- Caterham Station, 0.5 miles away
- Whyteleafe South Station, 1.5 miles away
- Woldingham Station, 1.7 miles away
Around Coombe Dingle Nursing Home
- H: Coombe Dingle 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.
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Common questions about Coombe Dingle Nursing Home
Where is Coombe Dingle Nursing Home located?
Coombe Dingle Nursing Home is a nursing home in Caterham, Surrey, CR3 5RB. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.
What type of care does Coombe Dingle Nursing Home provide?
Coombe Dingle 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 Coombe Dingle Nursing Home's CQC rating?
Coombe Dingle 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 18 February 2020. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Does Coombe Dingle Nursing Home provide dementia care?
Yes. Coombe Dingle Nursing Home supports people living with dementia. We recommend contacting the home directly to discuss your individual situation.
Does Coombe Dingle Nursing Home offer respite or short-term care?
Yes. Coombe Dingle Nursing Home offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.
Questions families ask about Coombe Dingle Nursing Home
Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?
Yes. Coombe Dingle 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. Coombe Dingle 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. Coombe Dingle 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. Coombe Dingle 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
Coombe Dingle 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 Coombe Dingle Nursing Home. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
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