Beechwood House
Beechwood House is a nursing home in Rowlands Castle, West Sussex (PO9 6DP). It holds a CQC rating of Good.
About Beechwood House
Beechwood House is a nursing home at Rowlands Castle in West Sussex. We care for older people and younger adults whose needs include nursing, including many living with dementia. Respite stays are part of what we do. Because nursing is provided here, nobody reaches a point of being too unwell to stay. That stability is worth more than it sounds, particularly to families who have already arranged one difficult move. The work we do deliberately is keeping the place domestic. A home with clinical staff in it can slide into feeling like a ward, and once that happens people stop being consulted about their own day. So mealtimes, fresh air, unhurried help and privacy are protected on purpose. For residents living with dementia we hold the routine steady and learn the life behind the person. We ask relatives early for the working life, the places and the music, because that information becomes much harder to gather later and it is what still connects when a good deal else has gone. Our overall rating from the Care Quality Commission is good. Ask us what we got wrong in the past year and we will tell you, because a place that cannot answer that is not paying attention.
Care provided at Beechwood House
- Older person care
- Dementia care
- Younger adults care
- Respite care
- Last CQC inspection: 28 August 2026
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
How Beechwood House compares in Chichester
Measured against the 43 care homes for older people registered in Chichester. The dark dot is this home.
- Size
- 37 places. Larger than 22 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
- 28 August 2026. 1 of the 43 homes has published a newer inspection report since.
- Registered
- January 2011. 30 of the 43 homes registered more recently.
- Care offered
- Nursing and dementia care. Of the 43 homes, 17 offer nursing care and 31 offer dementia 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.
Planned and recent building work within 5 miles
- 2.3 miles: Land North Of Lavant Drive, Havant. Application for a 86 bed care home. Submitted 24 August 2026. Decision pending.
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 Beechwood House
Facts from public registers, and what is close by.
- Registered with CQC
- 19 January 2011, so 15 years.
- Food hygiene rating
- 5 out of 5. Very good. Last inspected by the local council on 9 December 2025.
- Run by
- Rowlandcourt Healthcare 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 Beechwood 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
- Queen Alexandra Hospital, Portsmouth, 5.7 miles away
It is about 5.7 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
- Rowlands Castle Surgery, 0.3 miles away
- Horndean Surgery, 2.6 miles away
- Blossom Health, 2.7 miles away
Nearest dentists
- Unit 34 - 35 1st Floor, 2.8 miles away (NHS.uk details)
- Havant Dental Clinic, 2.8 miles away (NHS.uk details)
- East End Lodge Dental Practice, 2.8 miles away (NHS.uk details)
Nearest pharmacies
- Rowlands Castle Pharmacy, 0.3 miles away
- Reachcare Pharmacy, 1.9 miles away
- Greywell Pharmacy, 2 miles away
Nearest railway stations
- Rowlands Castle Station, 0.3 miles away
- Warblington Station, 2.5 miles away
- Emsworth Station, 2.6 miles away
Around Beechwood House
- H: Beechwood 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 Beechwood House
Where is Beechwood House located?
Beechwood House is a nursing home in Rowlands Castle, West Sussex, PO9 6DP. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.
What type of care does Beechwood House provide?
Beechwood House is registered to provide nursing and personal care, with support that includes Older person care, Dementia care, Younger adults care, Respite care. The full list of services is shown on this page.
What is Beechwood House's CQC rating?
Beechwood House is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Good following its last inspection on 28 August 2026. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Does Beechwood House provide dementia care?
Yes. Beechwood House supports people living with dementia. We recommend contacting the home directly to discuss your individual situation.
Does Beechwood House offer respite or short-term care?
Yes. Beechwood House offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.
Questions families ask about Beechwood House
Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?
Yes. Beechwood 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. Beechwood 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. Beechwood 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?
Yes. Yes. Beechwood House 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
Beechwood 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 Beechwood House. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.