Cotswold Lodge
Cotswold Lodge is a residential care home in New Romney, Kent (TN28 8QY). It holds a CQC rating of Good.
About Cotswold Lodge
Cotswold Lodge is a care home in New Romney, Kent. We provide residential care for older people and also support adults with a learning disability, autistic adults and some younger adults, alongside offering respite stays. Having residents of different ages and needs under one roof works better than people sometimes expect, provided you pay attention to it. Older residents often enjoy the company and the bit of liveliness, and younger residents benefit from a settled household rather than an institutional one. What makes it work is not pretending everyone wants the same things. Meals, routines, outings and how much support someone wants with their own decisions all get worked out person by person. For residents with a learning disability or who are autistic, we think carefully about the environment itself, noise, lighting, how predictable the day is and whether there is somewhere to go when it all becomes too much. Support is aimed at helping people do more for themselves over time, not at keeping things simple for us. New Romney and the surrounding area give us plenty to do, and getting out is treated as a normal part of the week. Respite stays are available for planned breaks and at shorter notice, and short stay residents are part of the household rather than guests kept at arm's length. Our most recent overall rating from the Care Quality Commission is good. Please come and visit if you are thinking about Cotswold Lodge for yourself or someone else.
Care provided at Cotswold Lodge
- Older person care
- Learning disability and autism support
- Younger adults care
- Respite care
- Last CQC inspection: 2 November 2019
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
What the inspectors found
A plain English summary of the Care Quality Commission inspection behind the current rating of Cotswold Lodge. Report published 2 November 2019.
- 24 September 2019
- 8 places, 6 people were using the service at the time
Safe
Inspectors found that people were safe and had not been placed at risk of harm. Risks were assessed, there were enough staff, and recruitment checks were in place. Medicines were stored and managed safely, and the environment was clean and well maintained.
Effective
Inspectors found that people's needs were assessed before they moved in. Staff had induction and training, monitored people's health and helped them see healthcare professionals. Staff understood the Mental Capacity Act 2005 and how to help people make decisions.
Caring
Inspectors found that staff showed kindness, compassion and respect, and upheld people's dignity. Staff supported people to gain independence at a pace that suited each person.
Responsive
Inspectors found that people had detailed care plans that guided staff on how each person liked their support. People's concerns were listened to and acted upon.
Well-led
Inspectors found evidence that the provider needs to make improvement. The provider acted to reduce these risks during the inspection. CQC said it will check whether this has worked at the next inspection.
What people told the inspectors
Relatives said they felt able to raise concerns with staff. They were confident that concerns would be dealt with.
Since the last inspection
Rated Good in November 2019, the same overall rating as before (Good).
Well-led moved from Good to Requires improvement; Safe is still Good; Effective is still Good; Caring is still Good; Responsive is still Good.
- 2 November 2019: Routine inspection, rated Good. This inspection gave the current rating.
- 22 March 2017: Routine inspection, rated Good
- 19 February 2014: Routine inspection
- 18 April 2013: Routine inspection
Read the full report on the CQC website
Source: Care Quality Commission inspection report, summarised by CareAssura. Contains CQC data used under the Open Government Licence.
How Cotswold Lodge compares in Folkestone and Hythe
Measured against the 46 care homes for older people registered in Folkestone and Hythe. The dark dot is this home.
- Size
- 8 places. Smaller than 37 of the 46 homes. The local average is 30 places.
- CQC rating
- Good. 31 of the 46 homes (67%) are rated Good or Outstanding. Across Kent the figure is 68%.
- Latest report
- 2 November 2019. 27 of the 46 homes have published a newer inspection report since.
- Registered
- February 2012. 22 of the 46 homes registered more recently.
Powered by Orrery Intelligence. Data: CQC register and Food Standards Agency ratings. Counts cover registered care homes for older people 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 Cotswold Lodge
Facts from public registers, and what is close by.
- Registered with CQC
- 5 February 2012, so 14 years.
- Run by
- Parkcare Homes (No.2) Limited, which runs 88 adult social care services in England. 72 of the 84 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 Cotswold Lodge
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, 10.7 miles away
It is about 10.7 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
- Church Lane Health Centre, 1.4 miles away
- Oak Hall Surgery, 1.4 miles away
- Martello Health Centre, 2.7 miles away
Nearest dentists
- Pennypot Dental Practice, 0.8 miles away (NHS.uk details)
- Oradent Dental Care Mayden, 1.2 miles away (NHS.uk details)
- Oradent Dental Care - Lydd, 3.8 miles away (NHS.uk details)
Nearest pharmacies
- Allied Pharmacy New Romney, 1.4 miles away
- Well, 1.5 miles away
- Ferris Chemist, 2.6 miles away
Nearest railway stations
- Appledore (Kent) Station, 7.4 miles away
- Ham Street Station, 7.4 miles away
- Westenhanger Station, 7.8 miles away
Around Cotswold Lodge
- H: Cotswold Lodge
- 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 Cotswold Lodge
Where is Cotswold Lodge located?
Cotswold Lodge is a residential care home in New Romney, Kent, TN28 8QY. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.
What type of care does Cotswold Lodge provide?
Cotswold Lodge is registered to provide residential personal care, with support that includes Older person care, Learning disability and autism support, Younger adults care, Respite care. The full list of services is shown on this page.
What is Cotswold Lodge's CQC rating?
Cotswold Lodge is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Good following its last inspection on 2 November 2019. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Does Cotswold Lodge offer respite or short-term care?
Yes. Cotswold Lodge offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.
Questions families ask about Cotswold Lodge
Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?
No. Cotswold Lodge 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. Cotswold Lodge 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. Cotswold Lodge 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?
Yes. Yes. Cotswold Lodge supports younger adults as well as older people.
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
Cotswold Lodge 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 Cotswold Lodge. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
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