Linden Cottage
Linden Cottage is a residential care home in Uckfield, East Sussex (TN22 1EE). It holds a CQC rating of Good.
About Linden Cottage
Here at Linden Cottage, we provide residential care for adults in the heart of Uckfield, East Sussex. We are a small, close knit community where the people we support are genuinely at the centre of everything we do. We welcome individuals with a range of needs, including learning disabilities, autism, physical disabilities, and visual or hearing impairments. We also offer respite care, which can make an enormous difference to both individuals and their families, whether that is for a planned break or to respond to a more immediate need. Whatever brings someone through our door, we aim to make them feel at home from the very first day. Our team takes the time to get to know each person properly, understanding not just their care needs but their preferences, routines, and the things that matter most to them. We believe good care is built on real relationships and genuine respect, and that shows in the way we go about our day to day work. We are proud to hold a Good rating from the Care Quality Commission, which reflects the consistency and thoughtfulness our staff bring to their roles. That said, we never see a Good rating as a reason to stop improving. We regularly reflect on how we do things and listen carefully to feedback from the people we support, their families, and our staff. Linden Cottage is the kind of place where people are encouraged to live as independently as possible, to pursue the activities they enjoy, and to feel safe and valued. If you are considering care for yourself or someone you love and would like to find out more about whether we might be the right fit, we would be very happy to have a conversation. Please do not hesitate to get in touch.
Care provided at Linden Cottage
- Learning disability and autism support
- Physical disability support
- Sensory impairment support
- Respite care
- Last CQC inspection: 8 May 2019
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
How Linden Cottage compares in Wealden
Measured against the 63 care homes registered in Wealden. The dark dot is this home.
- Size
- 6 places. Smaller than 52 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
- 8 May 2019. 51 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.
- Food hygiene
- 5 out of 5. The top rating, shared by 47 of the 52 homes that have one.
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.
Planned and recent building work within 5 miles
- 0.9 miles: Former Ridgewood Manor Care Home, Lewes Road, Uckfield. Application for a 77 bed care home. Submitted 16 October 2025. 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 Linden Cottage
Facts from public registers, and what is close by.
- Registered with CQC
- 10 January 2011, so 15 years.
- Food hygiene rating
- 5 out of 5. Very good. Last inspected by the local council on 28 April 2022.
- Run by
- FitzRoy Support, which runs 22 adult social care services in England. 16 of the 20 that have a rating are rated Good or Outstanding.
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 Linden 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, 8.4 miles away
It is about 8.4 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
Nearest dentists
Nearest pharmacies
Nearest railway stations
- Uckfield Station, 0.4 miles away
- Buxted Station, 1.8 miles away
- Crowborough Station, 6.3 miles away
Around Linden Cottage
- H: Linden 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 Linden Cottage
Where is Linden Cottage located?
Linden Cottage is a residential care home in Uckfield, East Sussex, TN22 1EE. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.
What type of care does Linden Cottage provide?
Linden Cottage is registered to provide residential personal care, with support that includes Learning disability and autism support, Physical disability support, Sensory impairment support, Respite care. The full list of services is shown on this page.
What is Linden Cottage's CQC rating?
Linden Cottage is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Good following its last inspection on 8 May 2019. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Does Linden Cottage offer respite or short-term care?
Yes. Linden Cottage offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.
Questions families ask about Linden Cottage
Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?
No. Linden 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. Linden 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. Linden 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
Linden 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 Linden Cottage. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
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