Bridge House Care Home
Bridge House Care Home is a residential care home in Elstead, Surrey (GU8 6DB). It holds a CQC rating of Good.
About Bridge House Care Home
We at Bridge House Care Home offer warm, dedicated residential care in the peaceful village of Elstead, Surrey. Our home is a welcoming setting where older people can enjoy comfortable, personalised support in a community that genuinely feels like family. Nestled within the leafy surroundings of Elstead in the GU postcode area, our home benefits from the calm, semi rural character that this part of Surrey is so well loved for. The South East setting offers residents a tranquil backdrop, with the gentle pace of village life providing a reassuring sense of place. Inside, we aim to create an environment that feels less like an institution and more like a home, with comfortable communal spaces where residents can relax, share a cup of tea, enjoy a chat with friends, or simply find a quiet corner to read. Our specialism is residential care for older people, and we take that responsibility seriously. In practice, this means that every resident is supported as an individual, with their preferences, routines, life story and dignity placed at the heart of everything we do. Whether someone needs a little gentle encouragement to stay independent or more consistent day to day support with personal care, our team is here to help in a way that feels respectful and unhurried. Families can take comfort in knowing that their loved one is in a setting where kindness, patience and familiarity guide the daily rhythm of life. We understand that choosing a care home is one of the most important decisions a family can make, and trust matters above all else. Our Care Quality Commission inspection, carried out in August 2023, awarded us an overall rating of Good, with Good ratings across all five key areas: Safe, Effective, Caring, Responsive and Well led. For families, this independent recognition offers reassurance that the care delivered here meets the high standards expected by the regulator, and that our home is safe, our team is effective, and the people we support are genuinely cared for and listened to. If you are exploring residential care for an older relative in Elstead or the wider Surrey area, we warmly invite you to get in touch. We would be delighted to answer your questions, share more about life at our home, and help you decide whether Bridge House Care Home could be the right next chapter for someone you love.
Care provided at Bridge House Care Home
- Older person care
- Respite care
- Last CQC inspection: 8 August 2023
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
How Bridge House Care Home compares in Waverley
Measured against the 44 care homes for older people registered in Waverley. The dark dot is this home.
- Size
- 30 places. Smaller than 35 of the 44 homes. The local average is 46 places.
- CQC rating
- Good. 28 of the 44 homes (64%) are rated Good or Outstanding. Across Surrey the figure is 70%.
- Latest report
- 8 August 2023. 21 of the 44 homes have published a newer inspection report since.
- Registered
- November 2010. One of the longer established homes. 43 of the 44 registered more recently.
- Food hygiene
- 5 out of 5. The top rating, shared by 30 of the 36 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 Waverley.
The local picture: Waverley
What the numbers say about care for older people in Waverley, 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: 17,100. Rising to 20,000 by 2035, up 17%
- People aged 85 and over: 5,200. Rising to 7,900 by 2035, up 51%
- Living with dementia, aged 65 and over (estimate): 2,300. Rising to 2,900 by 2035, up 27%
- Dementia diagnosis rate: 65%. The NHS ambition is 67%. Surrey as a whole is 68%.
- Care home beds per 1,000 people aged 75+: 100. Surrey average is 90.
- Care homes, last 12 months: 0 opened, 0 closed. 2 changed owner, covering 106 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.
Planned and recent building work within 5 miles
- 4.7 miles: Headway House, Crosby Way, Farnham, Surrey. Application for a 66 bed care home. Submitted 23 December 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 Bridge House Care Home
Facts from public registers, and what is close by.
- Registered with CQC
- 11 November 2010, so 15 years.
- Food hygiene rating
- 5 out of 5. Very good. Last inspected by the local council on 11 June 2025.
- Run by
- Maria Mallaband Limited, which runs 5 adult social care services in England. 3 of the 5 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 Bridge House Care 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
- Royal Surrey County Hospital, Guildford, 5.7 miles away
It is about 5.7 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
- Milford (Surrey) Station, 3.3 miles away
- Godalming Station, 3.7 miles away
- Farnham Station, 4.2 miles away
Around Bridge House Care Home
- H: Bridge House Care 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.
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Common questions about Bridge House Care Home
Where is Bridge House Care Home located?
Bridge House Care Home is a residential care home in Elstead, Surrey, GU8 6DB. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.
What type of care does Bridge House Care Home provide?
Bridge House Care 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 Bridge House Care Home's CQC rating?
Bridge House Care Home is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Good following its last inspection on 8 August 2023. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Does Bridge House Care Home offer respite or short-term care?
Yes. Bridge House Care Home offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.
Questions families ask about Bridge House Care Home
Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?
No. Bridge House Care 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. Bridge House Care 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. Bridge House Care 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. Bridge House Care 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
Bridge House Care 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 Bridge House Care Home. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
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