Duckyls Farm Centre
Duckyls Farm Centre is a residential care home in East Grinstead, West Sussex (RH19 4QY). It holds a CQC rating of Good.
About Duckyls Farm Centre
Here at Duckyls Farm Centre in East Grinstead, West Sussex, we provide residential care for a genuinely varied mix of people, and that variety is something we take real pride in. We support older adults, younger adults, people with learning disabilities or autism, those living with physical disabilities, and individuals with visual or hearing impairments. We also offer respite care for people who need a short break from their usual arrangements, as well as for the families and carers who support them. Our setting has a farm centre feel to it, which shapes the atmosphere here in a way that a more traditional care home simply cannot replicate. There is a calm, grounded quality to daily life at Duckyls that residents and visitors often remark on, and we work hard to make sure that feeling is genuine rather than just an impression. We were pleased to receive a rating of Good from the Care Quality Commission at our most recent inspection, and we see that as a reflection of the consistent, attentive care our team provides day to day. We do not take that rating for granted and we are always looking at where we can do better. Because we support such a wide range of needs under one roof, our staff are experienced in adapting how they communicate and interact with each person. What works well for one resident will not necessarily work for another, and we think it is important that care plans genuinely reflect the individual rather than fitting people into a standard template. If you are considering Duckyls Farm Centre for yourself or someone close to you, we would be very happy to have a conversation or arrange a visit so you can see the place for yourself and ask any questions you might have.
Care provided at Duckyls Farm Centre
- Older person care
- Learning disability and autism support
- Physical disability support
- Sensory impairment support
- Younger adults care
- Respite care
- Last CQC inspection: 25 May 2022
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
How Duckyls Farm Centre compares in Mid Sussex
Measured against the 42 care homes for older people registered in Mid Sussex. The dark dot is this home.
- Size
- 8 places. Smaller than 41 of the 42 homes. The local average is 42 places.
- CQC rating
- Good. 34 of the 42 homes (81%) are rated Good or Outstanding. Across West Sussex the figure is 78%.
- Latest report
- 25 May 2022. 18 of the 42 homes have published a newer inspection report since.
- Registered
- February 2023. One of the newer homes in the area. Only 8 of the 42 have registered more recently.
- Food hygiene
- 5 out of 5. The top rating, shared by 35 of the 39 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 Mid Sussex.
The local picture: Mid Sussex
What the numbers say about care for older people in Mid Sussex, in West Sussex.
What care costs in West Sussex, per week
| Type of care | What the council pays | What self-funders are typically asked |
|---|
| Residential care | £1,033 | £1,343 to £1,804 (Middle half of prices from 14 West Sussex homes. Median £1,579.) |
| Nursing care | £1,125 | £1,617 to £2,080 (South East figure, because too few West Sussex homes publish this price. 63 homes. Median £1,933.) |
| Residential dementia care | Not published separately | £1,571 to £1,942 (South East figure, because too few West Sussex homes publish this price. 82 homes. Median £1,709.) |
| Nursing dementia care | Not published separately | £1,975 to £2,226 (South East figure, because too few West Sussex 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: 18,500. Rising to 21,800 by 2035, up 17%
- People aged 85 and over: 5,100. Rising to 8,000 by 2035, up 55%
- Living with dementia, aged 65 and over (estimate): 2,400. Rising to 3,100 by 2035, up 27%
- Dementia diagnosis rate: 65%. The NHS ambition is 67%. West Sussex as a whole is 64%.
- Care home beds per 1,000 people aged 75+: 85. West Sussex average is 83.
- Care homes, last 12 months: 1 opened, 0 closed. 3 changed owner, covering 125 beds.
- Care home beds filled across West Sussex: 85%. The 12 month average is 84%.
- Who pays, across West Sussex (estimate): 34% council, 51% self. The rest is NHS funded or other.
Planned and recent building work within 5 miles
- 3 miles: Land West Of Turners Hill Road And North Of Huntsland Including Hurst Farm Turners Hill Road Crawley Down West Sussex. Application for a 70 bed care home. Submitted 5 March 2026. Approved 15 September 2026.
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 Duckyls Farm Centre
Facts from public registers, and what is close by.
- Registered with CQC
- 9 February 2023, so 3 years.
- Food hygiene rating
- 5 out of 5. Very good. Last inspected by the local council on 26 February 2026.
- Run by
- Diagrama Healthcare Services Limited, which runs 5 adult social care services in England. All 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 Duckyls Farm Centre
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
- Princess Royal Hospital, Haywards Heath, 6.4 miles away
It is about 6.4 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
- Balcombe Station, 3.4 miles away
- East Grinstead Station, 3.8 miles away
- Three Bridges Station, 4.5 miles away
Around Duckyls Farm Centre
- H: Duckyls Farm Centre
- 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 Duckyls Farm Centre
Where is Duckyls Farm Centre located?
Duckyls Farm Centre is a residential care home in East Grinstead, West Sussex, RH19 4QY. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.
What type of care does Duckyls Farm Centre provide?
Duckyls Farm Centre is registered to provide residential personal care, with support that includes Older person care, Learning disability and autism support, Physical disability support, Sensory impairment support, Younger adults care, Respite care. The full list of services is shown on this page.
What is Duckyls Farm Centre's CQC rating?
Duckyls Farm Centre is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Good following its last inspection on 25 May 2022. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Does Duckyls Farm Centre offer respite or short-term care?
Yes. Duckyls Farm Centre offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.
Questions families ask about Duckyls Farm Centre
Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?
No. Duckyls Farm Centre 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. Duckyls Farm Centre 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. Duckyls Farm Centre 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. Duckyls Farm Centre 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
Duckyls Farm Centre 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 Duckyls Farm Centre. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
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