Bramblings Residential Home
Bramblings Residential Home is a residential care home in Hartley, Kent (DA3 7PE). It holds a CQC rating of Requires Improvement.
About Bramblings Residential Home
We at Bramblings Residential Home are proud to offer warm, dignified residential care for older people in the peaceful village of Hartley, Kent. Nestled within the leafy DA postcode area of the South East, our home provides a welcoming haven where residents can feel truly at ease, supported by a team who understands that later life deserves comfort, respect, and genuine kindness. Our setting in Hartley offers the best of village life, with quiet surroundings, a strong sense of community, and easy access for visiting families from across Kent and beyond. The home itself has been thoughtfully arranged to feel less like an institution and more like a place to call your own, where familiar routines, a homely atmosphere, and calm communal spaces help residents settle in with confidence. As a dedicated residential care home, we specialise in supporting older people who need a helping hand with daily living. Our approach is centred on the individual, taking time to understand each resident's preferences, life story, and personal routines. Whether someone joins us for long term residential care or a shorter respite stay, we work closely with families to ensure the transition feels natural and reassuring. Respite care is a valued part of what we offer, giving family carers a well earned break whilst their loved one enjoys the same warm hospitality, nourishing meals, and companionable atmosphere as our permanent residents. For families, choosing a care home is one of the most personal decisions imaginable, and we recognise the weight of that trust. Our team focuses on the small things that make a genuine difference: a friendly greeting in the morning, patience during personal care, a listening ear over a cup of tea, and encouragement to stay connected with hobbies, faith, family, and the wider community. We are transparent about our regulatory position. At our most recent CQC inspection in July 2022, Bramblings Residential Home received an overall rating of Requires Improvement. Within that inspection, we were rated Good for being Safe, Effective, and Caring, which reflects the compassionate day to day support our residents receive and the safe environment we maintain. The areas identified for improvement were Responsive and Well-led, and we take this feedback seriously as a roadmap for ongoing development. We are committed to strengthening how we respond to individual needs and how we lead the home, so that every aspect of life at Bramblings reflects the high standards our residents and their families deserve. If you are exploring residential or respite care in Hartley or the wider Kent area, we warmly invite you to get in touch, arrange a visit, and see for yourself the gentle, family focused atmosphere we work hard to nurture every day. We would be delighted to answer your questions, listen to your loved one's story, and help you feel confident about the next step.
Care provided at Bramblings Residential Home
- Older person care
- Respite care
- Last CQC inspection: 5 July 2022
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
How Bramblings Residential Home compares in Dartford
Measured against the 22 care homes for older people registered in Dartford. The dark dot is this home.
- Size
- 42 places. Larger than 13 of the 22 homes. The local average is 41 places.
- CQC rating
- Requires improvement. 12 of the 22 homes (55%) are rated Good or Outstanding. Across Kent the figure is 68%.
- Latest report
- 5 July 2022. 11 of the 22 homes have published a newer inspection report since.
- Registered
- December 2010. One of the longer established homes. 18 of the 22 registered more recently.
- Food hygiene
- 5 out of 5. The top rating, shared by 16 of the 18 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 Dartford.
The local picture: Dartford
What the numbers say about care for older people in Dartford, in Kent.
What care costs in Kent, per week
| Type of care | What the council pays | What self-funders are typically asked |
|---|---|---|
| Residential care | £1,187 | £1,409 to £1,600 (Middle half of prices from 22 Kent homes. Median £1,500.) |
| Nursing care | £1,378 | £1,550 to £1,865 (Middle half of prices from 11 Kent homes. Median £1,605.) |
| Residential dementia care | Not published separately | £1,500 to £1,619 (Middle half of prices from 18 Kent homes. Median £1,500.) |
| Nursing dementia care | Not published separately | £1,975 to £2,226 (South East figure, because too few Kent 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: 8,500. Rising to 9,600 by 2035, up 13%
- People aged 85 and over: 2,400. Rising to 3,300 by 2035, up 37%
- Living with dementia, aged 65 and over (estimate): 1,100. Rising to 1,400 by 2035, up 21%
- Dementia diagnosis rate: 78%. The NHS ambition is 67%. Kent as a whole is 62%.
- Care home beds per 1,000 people aged 75+: 105. Kent average is 77.
- Care homes, last 12 months: 2 opened, 1 closed
- Care home beds filled across Kent: 88%. The 12 month average is 88%.
- Who pays, across Kent (estimate): 35% council, 43% 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 Bramblings Residential Home
Facts from public registers, and what is close by.
- Registered with CQC
- 3 December 2010, so 15 years.
- Food hygiene rating
- 5 out of 5. Very good. Last inspected by the local council on 20 January 2026.
- Run by
- Bramblings (Kent) 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 Bramblings Residential 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
- Darent Valley Hospital, Dartford, 3.2 miles away
It is about 3.2 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
- Jubilee Medical Centre, 0.1 miles away
- Swanscombe Health Centre, 2 miles away
- Downs Way Medical Practice, 2.3 miles away
Nearest dentists
- Bupa Dental Care Longfield, 0.2 miles away (NHS.uk details)
- Hartley Dental Practice, 0.5 miles away (NHS.uk details)
- Istead Rise Dental Clinic, 2.2 miles away (NHS.uk details)
Nearest pharmacies
- Hodgson Pharmacy, 0.1 miles away
- Village Pharmacy, 2.1 miles away
- Istead Rise Pharmacy, 2.3 miles away
Nearest railway stations
- Longfield Station, 0.1 miles away
- Meopham Station, 2.5 miles away
- Farningham Road Station, 2.9 miles away
Around Bramblings Residential Home
- H: Bramblings Residential 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 Bramblings Residential Home
Where is Bramblings Residential Home located?
Bramblings Residential Home is a residential care home in Hartley, Kent, DA3 7PE. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.
What type of care does Bramblings Residential Home provide?
Bramblings Residential Home is registered to provide residential personal care, with support that includes Older person care, Respite care. The full list of services is shown on this page.
What is Bramblings Residential Home's CQC rating?
Bramblings Residential Home is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Requires Improvement following its last inspection on 5 July 2022. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Does Bramblings Residential Home offer respite or short-term care?
Yes. Bramblings Residential Home offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.
Questions families ask about Bramblings Residential Home
Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?
No. Bramblings Residential 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.
Is there a nurse on site if health needs change?
No. Bramblings Residential 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. Bramblings Residential 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?
No. Bramblings Residential Home is registered for older people. Younger adults are not listed.
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
Bramblings Residential 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
Indicative figures for the South East, not a quote from Bramblings Residential Home. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
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