Ashcombe
Ashcombe is a nursing home in Basingstoke, Hampshire (RG21 8YU). It holds a CQC rating of Good.
About Ashcombe
We at Ashcombe are proud to offer compassionate nursing home care in the heart of Basingstoke, Hampshire. Our dedicated team provides specialist nursing, dementia, and older person care in a setting designed to feel like home, where every resident is treated with the dignity, warmth, and respect they deserve. Nestled within the welcoming community of Basingstoke, our home offers a peaceful environment for residents to enjoy. Being part of the wider RG postcode area means families benefit from excellent transport links across Hampshire and the South East, making visits convenient whether loved ones are local or travelling from further afield. We have created a setting where comfort and calm come first, providing communal spaces for socialising alongside quieter areas for reflection, conversation with family, or simply enjoying a moment of peace. Our care specialisms reflect the diverse needs of those who call Ashcombe home. We provide round the clock nursing care delivered by qualified professionals, ensuring that residents with complex medical needs receive expert attention at every hour. For those living with dementia, we take a person centred approach, getting to know each individual's life story, preferences, and routines so that familiar comforts and meaningful moments remain part of daily life. Our experience supporting adults with physical disabilities means we adapt thoughtfully to mobility needs, whilst our provision for younger adults recognises that care should always be tailored to the person, not their age. For older residents, we focus on maintaining independence, encouraging engagement, and celebrating the rich lives they have lived. In practice, this means families can feel reassured that their loved one is supported by a team who understand the importance of consistency, kindness, and clear communication. We work closely with relatives, GPs, and healthcare partners to ensure that care plans evolve as needs change, and we welcome family involvement at every stage of the journey. Our most recent inspection by the Care Quality Commission, carried out in April 2021, awarded Ashcombe an overall rating of Good, with Good ratings across all five key domains of Safe, Effective, Caring, Responsive, and Well led. This reflects the consistent standards we strive to uphold across every aspect of life at our home, from the safety of our environment and the effectiveness of our clinical practice to the genuine warmth shown by our team and the leadership that supports them. Choosing a nursing home for someone you love is one of the most important decisions a family can make, and we understand the weight of that choice. We warmly invite you to get in touch with Ashcombe to learn more about our home, arrange a visit, or simply have a conversation about whether we might be the right fit for your loved one. Our door is always open, and we look forward to welcoming you.
Care provided at Ashcombe
- Older person care
- Dementia care
- Physical disability support
- Younger adults care
- Respite care
- Last CQC inspection: 15 June 2018
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
Common questions about Ashcombe
Where is Ashcombe located?
Ashcombe is a nursing home in Basingstoke, Hampshire, RG21 8YU. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.
What type of care does Ashcombe provide?
Ashcombe is registered to provide nursing and personal care, with support that includes Older person care, Dementia care, Physical disability support, Younger adults care, Respite care. The full list of services is shown on this page.
What is Ashcombe's CQC rating?
Ashcombe is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Good following its last inspection on 15 June 2018. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Does Ashcombe provide dementia care?
Yes. Ashcombe supports people living with dementia. We recommend contacting the home directly to discuss your individual situation.
Does Ashcombe offer respite or short-term care?
Yes. Ashcombe offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.
Questions families ask about Ashcombe
Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?
Yes. Ashcombe 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?
Yes. Yes. Ashcombe is registered to provide nursing care, so registered nurses are part of the team.
Can they try a short stay before deciding?
Yes. Yes. Ashcombe 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. Ashcombe 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
Ashcombe 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
- Nursing care: £1,350 to £1,750 per week per person, typical range
Indicative figures for the South East, not a quote from Ashcombe. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
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