Cottage Nursing Home
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- Older Person Care
- Respite Care
- CQC: Good
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About Us
Here at Petworth Cottage Nursing Home, we provide nursing care for older people in a calm and homely setting in the heart of Petworth, West Sussex. We know that choosing a nursing home is one of the most significant decisions a family can make, and we take that responsibility seriously.
Our team supports residents with a range of nursing needs, and we also offer respite care for those who need a shorter stay, whether to recover after a period in hospital or to give family carers a well earned break. Whatever brings someone to us, we aim to make sure they feel genuinely at home from the moment they arrive.
We were pleased to receive a rating of Good from the Care Quality Commission at our most recent inspection. That result reflects the everyday work of our staff, who know our residents as individuals and build real relationships with them over time. Good care, in our view, is not about grand gestures. It is about consistency, attentiveness and treating people with the dignity they deserve.
Petworth itself is a wonderful place to be based. The town has a strong sense of community, and that spirit carries through into how we operate. Families are always welcome, and we encourage people to remain connected to the things and the people that matter most to them.
If you are considering nursing care for yourself or a loved one, we would be very happy to have a conversation or to arrange a visit. Seeing a place in person is often the best way to get a feel for whether it is the right fit, and we are always glad to show people around and answer any questions they might have.
Common questions about Cottage Nursing Home
Where is Cottage Nursing Home located?
Cottage Nursing Home is a nursing home in Petworth, West Sussex, GU28 0HQ. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.
What type of care does Cottage Nursing Home provide?
Cottage Nursing Home is registered to provide nursing and personal care, with support that includes Older person care, Respite care. The full list of services is shown on this page.
What is Cottage Nursing Home's CQC rating?
Cottage 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 30 July 2026. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Does Cottage Nursing Home offer respite or short-term care?
Yes. Cottage Nursing Home offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.
Contact Petworth Cottage Nursing Home
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Care We Offer
- Older Person Care: Support with daily living for older people, from companionship to help with washing, dressing and medication.
- Respite Care: Short stays that give family carers a break, or help someone recover after illness or a hospital stay.
- Nursing Care: Round-the-clock care from qualified nurses for residents with medical or complex health needs.
Questions families ask about Petworth Cottage Nursing Home
Answered from the CQC register where we can. 5 of these the home has not told us yet, so ask when you call.
Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?
No. Petworth Cottage Nursing Home is not listed for dementia care on the CQC register. If dementia is likely, choose a home that is, so a second move is not needed later. Source: CQC register
Is there a nurse on site if health needs change?
Yes. Petworth Cottage Nursing Home is registered to provide nursing care, so registered nurses are part of the team. Source: CQC register
Can they try a short stay before deciding?
Yes. Petworth Cottage Nursing Home offers respite and short stays, which is a good way to see whether the home is the right fit. Source: CQC register
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. Use our funding calculator to check what you might pay.
Do they take younger adults as well as older people?
No. Petworth Cottage Nursing Home is registered for older people. Younger adults are not listed. Source: CQC register
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.
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Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
- Latest inspection: 30 July 2026
- Report published: 30 July 2026
Overall: Good
- Safe: Good
- Effective: Good
- Caring: Good
- Responsive: Good
- Well-led: Good
Care Quality Commission is responsible for the registration and inspection of social care services in England.
Ratings are as published by the CQC and may not reflect the current position of the service.
How Petworth Cottage Nursing Home compares in Chichester
Measured against the 43 care homes for older people registered in Chichester. The dark dot is this home.
- Size
- 32 places. Smaller than 24 of the 43 homes. The local average is 41 places.
- CQC rating
- Good. 33 of the 43 homes (77%) are rated Good or Outstanding. Across West Sussex the figure is 78%.
- Latest report
- 30 July 2026. 4 of the 43 homes have published a newer inspection report since.
- Registered
- January 2011. 26 of the 43 homes registered more recently.
- Care offered
- Nursing care. Of the 43 homes, 17 offer nursing care.
- Food hygiene
- 5 out of 5. The top rating, shared by 39 of the 40 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 Chichester.
The local picture: Chichester
What the numbers say about care for older people in Chichester, in West Sussex.
What care costs in West Sussex, per week
| Type of care | What the council pays | What self-funders are typically asked |
|---|---|---|
| Residential care | £1,033 | £1,343 to £1,804 (Middle half of prices from 14 West Sussex homes. Median £1,579.) |
| Nursing care | £1,125 | £1,617 to £2,080 (South East figure, because too few West Sussex homes publish this price. 63 homes. Median £1,933.) |
| Residential dementia care | Not published separately | £1,571 to £1,942 (South East figure, because too few West Sussex homes publish this price. 82 homes. Median £1,709.) |
| Nursing dementia care | Not published separately | £1,975 to £2,226 (South East figure, because too few West Sussex 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: 19,900. Rising to 23,600 by 2035, up 19%
- People aged 85 and over: 5,600. Rising to 8,400 by 2035, up 49%
- Living with dementia, aged 65 and over (estimate): 2,600. Rising to 3,300 by 2035, up 27%
- Dementia diagnosis rate: 62%. The NHS ambition is 67%. West Sussex as a whole is 64%.
- Care home beds per 1,000 people aged 75+: 81. West Sussex average is 83.
- Care homes, last 12 months: 0 opened, 0 closed. 2 changed owner, covering 111 beds.
- Care home beds filled across West Sussex: 85%. The 12 month average is 84%.
- Who pays, across West Sussex (estimate): 34% council, 51% 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 Petworth Cottage Nursing Home
Facts from public registers, and what is close by.
- Registered with CQC
- 25 January 2011, so 15 years.
- Food hygiene rating
- 5 out of 5. Very good. Last inspected by the local council on 15 May 2026.
- Run by
- Trustees of Petworth Cottage, 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 Petworth Cottage 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
- St Richard's Hospital, Chichester, 12.2 miles away
It is about 12.2 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 Petworth Surgery, 0.5 miles away
- Pulborough Medical Group, 4 miles away
- Riverbank Medical Centre, 6.2 miles away
Nearest dentists
- Donovans Dental Practice, 0.6 miles away (NHS.uk details)
- Vitality, 4.3 miles away (NHS.uk details)
- Colosseum Dental (Church Hill), 6.2 miles away (NHS.uk details)
Nearest pharmacies
- Petworth Pharmacy, 0.7 miles away
- Kamsons Pharmacy, 4 miles away
- Mh Pharmacy, 6.2 miles away
Nearest railway stations
- Pulborough Station, 3.8 miles away
- Amberley Station, 6.3 miles away
- Billingshurst Station, 6.7 miles away
Around Petworth Cottage Nursing Home
- H: Petworth Cottage 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.
Typical weekly fees in the South East
Petworth Cottage 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
- Nursing care: £1,350 to £1,750 per week per person, typical range
Indicative figures for the South East, not a quote from Petworth Cottage Nursing Home. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
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