HF Trust - Lympne Place (High Trees and The Beeches)
HF Trust - Lympne Place (High Trees and The Beeches) is a residential care home in Hythe, Kent (CT21 4PA). It holds a CQC rating of Requires Improvement.
About HF Trust - Lympne Place (High Trees and The Beeches)
We at HF Trust Lympne Place, incorporating High Trees and The Beeches, offer a warm and welcoming residential care home in Hythe, Kent, specialising in support for adults with learning disabilities and autism. Nestled in the peaceful surroundings of the CT postcode area, our home provides a calm and familiar base where residents can truly feel at ease. Our setting in Hythe benefits from the gentle pace of coastal Kent, offering a quieter environment away from the bustle of larger towns whilst remaining well connected to the wider community. High Trees and The Beeches together create a homely atmosphere where residents can enjoy comfortable communal spaces alongside the privacy of their own personal areas. At the heart of what we do is person centred residential care for adults with learning disabilities and autism. We understand that every individual we support has their own preferences, routines, and aspirations, and our approach is shaped around helping each person live the life they choose. This means supporting independence where possible, offering reassurance where needed, and building genuine relationships that help residents feel valued, listened to, and safe. We also provide respite care, offering families and regular carers a trusted place to turn when they need short term support. Whether it is planned time away or a break to recharge, we aim to make the experience seamless and reassuring for both the person staying with us and their loved ones at home. Families can take comfort in knowing that the same thoughtful, individualised care extended to our permanent residents is offered to those joining us for shorter stays. Following our most recent CQC inspection in August 2025, our home received an overall rating of Requires Improvement. We are rated Good in the areas of Effective, Caring, and Responsive, reflecting the compassionate relationships our team builds with residents and the meaningful support we provide day to day. The areas identified for improvement relate to Safe and Well led, and we are committed to addressing these findings openly and constructively. Transparency matters to us, and we believe families deserve a clear picture as they consider what is right for their loved one. If you are exploring residential or respite care in Hythe for an adult with a learning disability or autism, we warmly invite you to get in touch. Visiting in person is often the best way to get a real sense of a home, and we would be delighted to welcome you, answer your questions, and talk through how we might support your family with kindness, patience, and understanding.
Care provided at HF Trust - Lympne Place (High Trees and The Beeches)
- Learning disability and autism support
- Respite care
- Last CQC inspection: 11 August 2025
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
How HF Trust - Lympne Place (High Trees and The Beeches) compares in Folkestone and Hythe
Measured against the 77 care homes registered in Folkestone and Hythe. The dark dot is this home.
- Size
- 12 places. Smaller than 39 of the 77 homes. The local average is 21 places.
- CQC rating
- Requires improvement. 58 of the 77 homes (75%) are rated Good or Outstanding. Across Kent the figure is 73%.
- Latest report
- 11 August 2025. 8 of the 77 homes have published a newer inspection report since.
- Registered
- January 2011. 39 of the 77 homes registered more recently.
Powered by Orrery Intelligence. Data: CQC register and Food Standards Agency ratings. Counts cover registered care homes in Folkestone and Hythe.
The local picture: Folkestone and Hythe
What the numbers say about care for older people in Folkestone and Hythe, 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: 15,700. Rising to 18,000 by 2035, up 15%
- People aged 85 and over: 4,000. Rising to 6,200 by 2035, up 57%
- Living with dementia, aged 65 and over (estimate): 2,000. Rising to 2,500 by 2035, up 27%
- Dementia diagnosis rate: 59%. The NHS ambition is 67%. Kent as a whole is 62%.
- Care home beds per 1,000 people aged 75+: 88. Kent average is 77.
- Care homes, last 12 months: 1 opened, 0 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 HF Trust - Lympne Place (High Trees and The Beeches)
Facts from public registers, and what is close by.
- Registered with CQC
- 26 January 2011, so 15 years.
- Run by
- HF Trust Limited, which runs 43 adult social care services in England. 35 of the 38 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 HF Trust - Lympne Place (High Trees and The Beeches)
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
- William Harvey Hospital, Ashford, 6.3 miles away
It is about 6.3 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
- Westenhanger Station, 1.8 miles away
- Sandling Station, 2.5 miles away
- Folkestone West Station, 6.1 miles away
Around HF Trust - Lympne Place (High Trees and The Beeches)
- H: HF Trust - Lympne Place (High Trees and The Beeches)
- 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 HF Trust - Lympne Place (High Trees and The Beeches)
Where is HF Trust - Lympne Place (High Trees and The Beeches) located?
HF Trust - Lympne Place (High Trees and The Beeches) is a residential care home in Hythe, Kent, CT21 4PA. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.
What type of care does HF Trust - Lympne Place (High Trees and The Beeches) provide?
HF Trust - Lympne Place (High Trees and The Beeches) 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 HF Trust - Lympne Place (High Trees and The Beeches)'s CQC rating?
HF Trust - Lympne Place (High Trees and The Beeches) is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Requires Improvement following its last inspection on 11 August 2025. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Does HF Trust - Lympne Place (High Trees and The Beeches) offer respite or short-term care?
Yes. HF Trust - Lympne Place (High Trees and The Beeches) offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.
Questions families ask about HF Trust - Lympne Place (High Trees and The Beeches)
Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?
No. HF Trust - Lympne Place (High Trees and The Beeches) 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. HF Trust - Lympne Place (High Trees and The Beeches) 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. HF Trust - Lympne Place (High Trees and The Beeches) 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
HF Trust - Lympne Place (High Trees and The Beeches) 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 HF Trust - Lympne Place (High Trees and The Beeches). Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
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