Limegrove
Limegrove is a residential care home in East Horsley, Surrey (KT24 6SU). It holds a CQC rating of Requires Improvement.
About Limegrove
We at Limegrove are proud to offer dedicated residential care in the village of East Horsley, Surrey, providing a warm and supportive home for older people, including those living with dementia. Our setting blends the comfort of homely surroundings with the reassurance of professional, around the clock support. Nestled within the leafy Surrey countryside, East Horsley offers a peaceful and picturesque backdrop that we believe enhances the wellbeing of everyone who lives with us. The village atmosphere, combined with easy access to the wider KT postcode area, means residents enjoy a calm environment whilst remaining well connected to family, friends and the local community. Our home is designed to feel familiar and welcoming, a place where residents can truly settle and feel they belong. Our care is centred on the individual. For older people who need support with the routines of daily life, we offer attentive residential care that respects independence whilst ensuring that help is always close at hand. For those living with dementia, we take a compassionate and person centred approach, learning each resident's story, preferences and routines so that we can offer continuity, gentle reassurance and meaningful daily moments. Families can take comfort in knowing that loved ones are supported by a team that values dignity, kindness and patience above all else. In practice, this means thoughtful mealtimes, companionship, encouragement with hobbies and interests, and a calm rhythm to the day that suits each person. We work closely with families, keeping communication open and welcoming relatives as partners in care. We understand that choosing a care home is a deeply personal decision, and we strive to make every visit and every conversation an honest and reassuring one. Our most recent CQC inspection, carried out in April 2022, gave us an overall rating of Requires Improvement. We were pleased to be rated Good in both the Effective and Caring domains, a reflection of the genuine warmth our team brings to daily life and the positive outcomes we work towards for every resident. We also recognise that the Safe, Responsive and Well led domains were rated Requires Improvement, and we take this feedback seriously. It has shaped our ongoing commitment to strengthening our practices, listening to residents and families, and continually raising the standard of the care we provide. Transparency matters to us, and we are always happy to discuss our progress openly with prospective families. If you are exploring care options for a loved one, we warmly invite you to get in touch with Limegrove. Whether you have questions about dementia care, would like to learn more about daily life in our home, or wish to arrange a visit to East Horsley, our door is open. Choosing the right home is an important step, and we are here to walk alongside you with honesty, compassion and care.
Care provided at Limegrove
- Older person care
- Dementia care
- Respite care
- Last CQC inspection: 14 April 2022
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
How Limegrove compares in Guildford
Measured against the 35 care homes for older people registered in Guildford. The dark dot is this home.
- Size
- 55 places. Larger than 22 of the 35 homes. The local average is 38 places.
- CQC rating
- Requires improvement. 22 of the 35 homes (63%) are rated Good or Outstanding. Across Surrey the figure is 70%.
- Latest report
- 14 April 2022. 16 of the 35 homes have published a newer inspection report since.
- Registered
- November 2010. One of the longer established homes. 30 of the 35 registered more recently.
- Care offered
- Dementia care. Of the 35 homes, 25 offer dementia care.
- Food hygiene
- 5 out of 5. The top rating, shared by 26 of the 26 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 Guildford.
The local picture: Guildford
What the numbers say about care for older people in Guildford, in Surrey.
What care costs in Surrey, per week
| Type of care | What the council pays | What self-funders are typically asked |
|---|
| Residential care | £952 | £1,654 to £1,931 (Middle half of prices from 18 Surrey homes. Median £1,772.) |
| Nursing care | £988 | £1,920 to £2,155 (Middle half of prices from 13 Surrey homes. Median £2,025.) |
| Residential dementia care | Not published separately | £1,725 to £2,020 (Middle half of prices from 14 Surrey homes. Median £1,842.) |
| Nursing dementia care | Not published separately | £1,975 to £2,226 (South East figure, because too few Surrey 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: 14,000. Rising to 16,000 by 2035, up 14%
- People aged 85 and over: 4,000. Rising to 5,800 by 2035, up 43%
- Living with dementia, aged 65 and over (estimate): 1,900. Rising to 2,300 by 2035, up 22%
- Dementia diagnosis rate: 66%. The NHS ambition is 67%. Surrey as a whole is 68%.
- Care home beds per 1,000 people aged 75+: 69. Surrey average is 90.
- Care homes, last 12 months: 1 opened, 0 closed. 5 changed owner, covering 271 beds.
- Care home beds filled across Surrey: 88%. The 12 month average is 87%.
- Who pays, across Surrey (estimate): 32% council, 52% self. The rest is NHS funded or other.
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Good to know about Limegrove
Facts from public registers, and what is close by.
- Registered with CQC
- 25 November 2010, so 15 years.
- Food hygiene rating
- 5 out of 5. Very good. Last inspected by the local council on 26 November 2025.
- Run by
- Anchor Hanover Group, which runs 131 adult social care services in England. 110 of the 129 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 Limegrove
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
- Royal Surrey County Hospital, Guildford, 7.7 miles away
It is about 7.7 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
Nearest dentists
Nearest pharmacies
Nearest railway stations
- Horsley Station, 1.1 miles away
- Effingham Junction Station, 2 miles away
- Bookham Station, 2.7 miles away
Around Limegrove
- H: Limegrove
- 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.
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Common questions about Limegrove
Where is Limegrove located?
Limegrove is a residential care home in East Horsley, Surrey, KT24 6SU. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.
What type of care does Limegrove provide?
Limegrove is registered to provide residential personal care, with support that includes Older person care, Dementia care, Respite care. The full list of services is shown on this page.
What is Limegrove's CQC rating?
Limegrove is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Requires Improvement following its last inspection on 14 April 2022. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Does Limegrove provide dementia care?
Yes. Limegrove supports people living with dementia. We recommend contacting the home directly to discuss your individual situation.
Does Limegrove offer respite or short-term care?
Yes. Limegrove offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.
Questions families ask about Limegrove
Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?
Yes. Limegrove 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. Limegrove 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. Limegrove 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. Limegrove 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
Limegrove 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
- Dementia care: £1,200 to £1,550 per week per person, typical range
Indicative figures for the South East, not a quote from Limegrove. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
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