Tablehurst Farm Cottage
Tablehurst Farm Cottage is a residential care home in Forest Row, East Sussex (RH18 5DP). It holds a CQC rating of Good.
About Tablehurst Farm Cottage
Tablehurst Farm Cottage is a small residential care home in Forest Row, East Sussex, supporting adults with a learning disability or autism. We also offer respite stays for people who need somewhere settled for a shorter period or whose family carer needs a rest. Life here is built around the people who live in the house rather than around a timetable. People have their own rooms, their own routines and a genuine say in how the day goes. Support is about making everyday things possible, whether that is cooking, shopping, managing money and appointments, keeping up with family, or getting out to an activity, a course or a job. We try to be careful about the line between helping somebody and taking over, because good intentions and a rush to get things done can quietly remove the very independence we are meant to be supporting. The rural setting matters. Being outdoors, having space and being involved in the practical life around us suits many of the people we support far better than a busier environment would. We pay close attention to how people communicate, which is not always through words, and we take the time needed to understand rather than assume. Our most recent overall rating from the Care Quality Commission is good. We keep examining our own practice, particularly around choice and privacy. If you are considering a place or a respite stay here, please come and visit, meet the people who live with us and ask us whatever you need to know.
Care provided at Tablehurst Farm Cottage
- Learning disability and autism support
- Respite care
- Last CQC inspection: 7 August 2019
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
How Tablehurst Farm Cottage compares in Wealden
Measured against the 63 care homes registered in Wealden. The dark dot is this home.
- Size
- 3 places. Smaller than 62 of the 63 homes. The local average is 37 places.
- CQC rating
- Good. 45 of the 63 homes (71%) are rated Good or Outstanding. Across East Sussex the figure is 79%.
- Latest report
- 7 August 2019. 46 of the 63 homes have published a newer inspection report since.
- Registered
- January 2011. One of the longer established homes. 49 of the 63 registered more recently.
Powered by Orrery Intelligence. Data: CQC register and Food Standards Agency ratings. Counts cover registered care homes in Wealden.
The local picture: Wealden
What the numbers say about care for older people in Wealden, in East Sussex.
What care costs in East Sussex, per week
| Type of care | What the council pays | What self-funders are typically asked |
|---|---|---|
| Residential care | £929 | £1,500 to £1,809 (South East figure, because too few East Sussex homes publish this price. 107 homes. Median £1,600.) |
| Nursing care | £994 | £1,617 to £2,080 (South East figure, because too few East 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 East 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 East 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: 24,700. Rising to 28,800 by 2035, up 17%
- People aged 85 and over: 6,300. Rising to 9,800 by 2035, up 55%
- Living with dementia, aged 65 and over (estimate): 3,100. Rising to 4,000 by 2035, up 27%
- Dementia diagnosis rate: 56%. The NHS ambition is 67%. East Sussex as a whole is 61%.
- Care home beds per 1,000 people aged 75+: 69. East Sussex average is 88.
- Care homes, last 12 months: 0 opened, 1 closed. 13 changed owner, covering 685 beds.
- Care home beds filled across East Sussex: 83%. The 12 month average is 83%.
- Who pays, across East Sussex (estimate): 33% council, 47% 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 Tablehurst Farm Cottage
Facts from public registers, and what is close by.
- Registered with CQC
- 10 January 2011, so 15 years.
- Run by
- Tablehurst Farm 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 Tablehurst Farm Cottage
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
- Princess Royal Hospital, Haywards Heath, 9.4 miles away
It is about 9.4 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
- Ashdown Forest Health Centre, 0.3 miles away
- Moatfield Surgery, 3.2 miles away
- Modality Mid Sussex Surgery, 5.4 miles away
Nearest dentists
- Stone Cottage (Dental Surgery), 0.3 miles away (NHS.uk details)
- Kings Dental Practice, 2.8 miles away (NHS.uk details)
- Concordia Dental Healthcare, 3 miles away (NHS.uk details)
Nearest pharmacies
- Ashdown Pharmacy, 0.3 miles away
- Judges Close Pharmacy, 2.7 miles away
- Boots, 2.8 miles away
Nearest railway stations
- East Grinstead Station, 3.2 miles away
- Dormans Station, 4.4 miles away
- Cowden Station, 4.9 miles away
Around Tablehurst Farm Cottage
- H: Tablehurst Farm Cottage
- 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 Tablehurst Farm Cottage
Where is Tablehurst Farm Cottage located?
Tablehurst Farm Cottage is a residential care home in Forest Row, East Sussex, RH18 5DP. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.
What type of care does Tablehurst Farm Cottage provide?
Tablehurst Farm Cottage is registered to provide residential personal care, with support that includes Learning disability and autism support, Respite care. The full list of services is shown on this page.
What is Tablehurst Farm Cottage's CQC rating?
Tablehurst Farm Cottage is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Good following its last inspection on 7 August 2019. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Does Tablehurst Farm Cottage offer respite or short-term care?
Yes. Tablehurst Farm Cottage offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.
Questions families ask about Tablehurst Farm Cottage
Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?
No. Tablehurst Farm Cottage 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.
Is there a nurse on site if health needs change?
No. Tablehurst Farm Cottage is a residential care home without on-site nursing. District nurses and GPs visit, but someone who needs daily nursing may have to move to a nursing home.
Can they try a short stay before deciding?
Yes. Yes. Tablehurst Farm Cottage 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?
Ask the home. The register does not say which age groups the home supports. Ask the home.
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
Tablehurst Farm Cottage 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
Indicative figures for the South East, not a quote from Tablehurst Farm Cottage. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
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