Castlemaine Care Home

Castlemaine Care Home is a residential care home in St Leonards On Sea, East Sussex (TN38 0SA). It holds a CQC rating of Good.

About Castlemaine Care Home

We at Castlemaine Care Home are proud to offer a welcoming residential care setting in the coastal town of St Leonards On Sea, East Sussex, where comfort, dignity, and genuine warmth shape every part of daily life for those who call our home their own. Nestled within the TN postcode area, our home enjoys the gentle charm of this much loved seaside community, with all the familiar amenities, green spaces, and coastal calm that make the South East such a treasured place to live. The surroundings offer residents a peaceful backdrop, whilst remaining close to local life, ensuring families can visit easily and loved ones can stay connected to the community they know. Our care is built around three core specialisms: residential care, dementia care, and respite care. For those who join us on a permanent basis, we provide the steady reassurance of a home where personal preferences, routines, and individuality are deeply respected. For residents living with dementia, our approach centres on patience, familiarity, and compassionate understanding, helping each person feel safe, valued, and at ease throughout their day. For families needing short term support, our respite care offers a trusted place where loved ones can stay for a planned period, whether following a hospital discharge, during a carer's holiday, or simply for a restorative break. What this means in practice is a home where care is never one size fits all. We take time to learn about each resident's life story, hobbies, and the small comforts that make a difference, from a favourite morning routine to a preferred armchair by the window. Families are partners in this journey, and we believe open, honest communication is essential to building the trust that underpins truly good care. We are pleased to be rated Good overall by the Care Quality Commission following our latest inspection in June 2023, with Good ratings across the Safe, Effective, Caring, and Responsive domains. This reflects the dedication of our team in delivering care that is kind, attentive, and centred on the people we support. The Well-led domain was rated Requires Improvement, and we view this as a meaningful opportunity to strengthen our leadership and governance further, ensuring that the high standards experienced by residents and families continue to grow. If you are exploring care options for someone dear to you, we warmly invite you to get in touch with Castlemaine Care Home. Choosing a care home is one of the most important decisions a family can make, and we are here to listen, answer your questions, and help you feel confident that your loved one will be cared for with the compassion and respect they deserve.

Care provided at Castlemaine Care Home

Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.

How Castlemaine Care Home compares in Hastings

Measured against the 61 care homes registered in Hastings. The dark dot is this home.

Size
42 places. Larger than 47 of the 61 homes. The local average is 24 places.
CQC rating
Good. 50 of the 61 homes (82%) are rated Good or Outstanding. Across East Sussex the figure is 79%.
Latest report
6 June 2023. 24 of the 61 homes have published a newer inspection report since.
Registered
December 2010. One of the longer established homes. 56 of the 61 registered more recently.
Care offered
Dementia care. Of the 61 homes, 24 offer dementia care.
Food hygiene
5 out of 5. The top rating, shared by 44 of the 46 homes that have one.

Powered by Orrery Intelligence. Data: CQC register and Food Standards Agency ratings. Counts cover registered care homes in Hastings.

The local picture: Hastings

What the numbers say about care for older people in Hastings, in East Sussex.

What care costs in East Sussex, per week

Type of careWhat the council paysWhat 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 careNot 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 careNot 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: 9,700. Rising to 11,300 by 2035, up 17%
  • People aged 85 and over: 2,500. Rising to 3,700 by 2035, up 50%
  • Living with dementia, aged 65 and over (estimate): 1,300. Rising to 1,600 by 2035, up 26%
  • Dementia diagnosis rate: 64%. The NHS ambition is 67%. East Sussex as a whole is 61%.
  • Care home beds per 1,000 people aged 75+: 133. East Sussex average is 88.
  • Care homes, last 12 months: 0 opened, 0 closed
  • 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 Castlemaine Care Home

Facts from public registers, and what is close by.

Registered with CQC
2 December 2010, so 15 years.
Food hygiene rating
5 out of 5. Very good. Last inspected by the local council on 27 January 2026.
Run by
Alpha Care Castlemaine 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 Castlemaine Care 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

  • Conquest Hospital, Hastings, 1.8 miles away

It is about 1.8 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

Nearest dentists

Nearest pharmacies

Nearest railway stations

  • St Leonards Warrior Square Station, 0.7 miles away
  • West St Leonards Station, 0.7 miles away
  • Hastings Station, 1.3 miles away

Around Castlemaine Care Home

1 mile2 milesH24 hour A&E: Conquest Hospital, Hastings, 1.8 miles awayAGP practice: Sedlescombe House, 0.4 miles awayGGP practice: South Saxon House Surgery, 1 mile awayGGP practice: Carisbrooke Surgery, 1.1 miles awayGDentist: Flint House Dental Practice, 0.6 miles awayDDentist: Battle Road Dental Practice, 0.8 miles awayDDentist: Arthur Blackman Clinic, 0.9 miles awayDPharmacy: Blooms Pharmacy, 0.5 miles awayPPharmacy: Asda Pharmacy, 0.6 miles awayPPharmacy: Clarity Pharmacy, 0.8 miles awayPRailway station: St Leonards Warrior Square Station, 0.7 miles awaySRailway station: West St Leonards Station, 0.7 miles awaySRailway station: Hastings Station, 1.3 miles awayS
  • H: Castlemaine Care 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 Castlemaine Care Home

Where is Castlemaine Care Home located?

Castlemaine Care Home is a residential care home in St Leonards On Sea, East Sussex, TN38 0SA. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.

What type of care does Castlemaine Care Home provide?

Castlemaine Care Home is registered to provide residential personal care, with support that includes Dementia care, Respite care. The full list of services is shown on this page.

What is Castlemaine Care Home's CQC rating?

Castlemaine Care Home is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Good following its last inspection on 6 June 2023. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.

Does Castlemaine Care Home provide dementia care?

Yes. Castlemaine Care Home supports people living with dementia. We recommend contacting the home directly to discuss your individual situation.

Does Castlemaine Care Home offer respite or short-term care?

Yes. Castlemaine Care Home offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.

Questions families ask about Castlemaine Care Home

Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?

Yes. Castlemaine Care 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?

No. Castlemaine Care Home 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. Castlemaine Care 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?

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

Castlemaine Care 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.

Indicative figures for the South East, not a quote from Castlemaine Care Home. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.

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