Ashcroft Nursing Home
Ashcroft Nursing Home is a nursing home in Margate, Kent (CT9 2QE). It holds a CQC rating of Good.
About Ashcroft Nursing Home
We are a nursing home in Margate, caring for older people whose needs require qualified nursing alongside help with daily living, including those living with dementia, people with physical disabilities and people with loss of sight or hearing. Having registered nurses on duty means medication, pain, wounds, continence and the difficulties people have with eating, drinking and moving can be managed properly and without waiting, and that a change in somebody's health is noticed early rather than late. That often makes the difference between a person staying settled here and being sent into hospital. Necessary as the clinical work is, it is not the whole of a life. People here still choose when they get up, what they wear, what they would like to eat and who they want beside them. For people living with dementia, patience and familiarity settle somebody far better than any procedure, so we spend time learning about a person's history, work, music and habits and the things that comfort or unsettle them. We work closely with general practitioners, community teams, therapists and hospital staff and keep families properly informed. Respite stays are available as well. Our most recent inspection by the Care Quality Commission rated us good overall. Please come and see us and ask whatever you need to.
Care provided at Ashcroft Nursing Home
- Older person care
- Dementia care
- Physical disability support
- Sensory impairment support
- Respite care
- Last CQC inspection: 31 December 2022
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
How Ashcroft Nursing Home compares in Thanet
Measured against the 42 care homes for older people registered in Thanet. The dark dot is this home.
- Size
- 88 places. Larger than 41 of the 42 homes. The local average is 37 places.
- CQC rating
- Good. 28 of the 42 homes (67%) are rated Good or Outstanding. Across Kent the figure is 68%.
- Latest report
- 31 December 2022. 20 of the 42 homes have published a newer inspection report since.
- Registered
- August 2012. 23 of the 42 homes registered more recently.
- Care offered
- Nursing and dementia care. Of the 42 homes, 9 offer nursing care and 24 offer dementia care.
- Food hygiene
- 5 out of 5. The top rating, shared by 37 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 Thanet.
The local picture: Thanet
What the numbers say about care for older people in Thanet, 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: 18,100. Rising to 20,300 by 2035, up 12%
- People aged 85 and over: 4,400. Rising to 6,600 by 2035, up 48%
- Living with dementia, aged 65 and over (estimate): 2,300. Rising to 2,800 by 2035, up 22%
- Dementia diagnosis rate: 58%. The NHS ambition is 67%. Kent as a whole is 62%.
- Care home beds per 1,000 people aged 75+: 86. Kent average is 77.
- Care homes, last 12 months: 1 opened, 1 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 Ashcroft Nursing Home
Facts from public registers, and what is close by.
- Registered with CQC
- 21 August 2012, so 14 years.
- Food hygiene rating
- 5 out of 5. Very good. Last inspected by the local council on 1 May 2025.
- Run by
- Regal Care Trading Ltd, which runs 15 adult social care services in England. 9 of the 15 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 Ashcroft Nursing 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
- Queen Elizabeth the Queen Mother Hospital, Margate, 0.7 miles away
It is about 0.7 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
- The Limes Medical Centre, 0.3 miles away
- Northdown & Dashwood Surgery, 0.7 miles away
- Bethesda Medical Centre, 1 mile away
Nearest dentists
- Northdown Road Dental Practice, 0.3 miles away (NHS.uk details)
- Northdown Road Dental Surgery, 0.3 miles away (NHS.uk details)
- Portman Smile Clinic Margate, 0.5 miles away (NHS.uk details)
Nearest pharmacies
- Hawley Street Pharmacy, 0.4 miles away
- Northdown Pharmacy, 0.4 miles away
- Boots, 0.5 miles away
Nearest railway stations
- Margate Station, 0.9 miles away
- Westgate-on-Sea Station, 2.4 miles away
- Broadstairs Station, 2.6 miles away
Around Ashcroft Nursing Home
- H: Ashcroft Nursing 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.
Common questions about Ashcroft Nursing Home
Where is Ashcroft Nursing Home located?
Ashcroft Nursing Home is a nursing home in Margate, Kent, CT9 2QE. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.
What type of care does Ashcroft Nursing Home provide?
Ashcroft Nursing Home is registered to provide nursing and personal care, with support that includes Older person care, Dementia care, Physical disability support, Sensory impairment support, Respite care. The full list of services is shown on this page.
What is Ashcroft Nursing Home's CQC rating?
Ashcroft Nursing Home is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Good following its last inspection on 31 December 2022. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Does Ashcroft Nursing Home provide dementia care?
Yes. Ashcroft Nursing Home supports people living with dementia. We recommend contacting the home directly to discuss your individual situation.
Does Ashcroft Nursing Home offer respite or short-term care?
Yes. Ashcroft Nursing Home offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.
Questions families ask about Ashcroft Nursing Home
Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?
Yes. Ashcroft Nursing Home 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. Ashcroft Nursing Home is registered to provide nursing care, so registered nurses are part of the team.
Can they try a short stay before deciding?
Yes. Yes. Ashcroft Nursing 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. Ashcroft Nursing 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
Ashcroft Nursing 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
- 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 Ashcroft Nursing Home. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
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