Honeywood House Nursing Home
Honeywood House Nursing Home is a nursing home in Horsham, West Sussex (RH12 3QD). It holds a CQC rating of Good.
About Honeywood House Nursing Home
Here at Honeywood House, we are a nursing home based in Horsham, West Sussex, and we are proud to be part of the local community. Our team works hard every day to provide care that genuinely feels like home for the people who live with us, and for the families who trust us with someone they love. We support older adults across a range of needs, including nursing care, dementia care, and respite care. Whether someone moves in with us permanently or comes to stay for a shorter period of rest and recovery, we take the time to get to know each person properly. Their routines, their preferences, and the small things that matter to them all shape the way we provide care. Dementia care is an area we take particularly seriously. We understand how much this condition affects not just the individual but the whole family, and we work to create an environment that feels calm, familiar, and safe. Our nursing care is delivered by skilled staff who are attentive and thorough, and who treat every resident with real respect and dignity. Our most recent inspection by the Care Quality Commission resulted in an overall rating of good, which we are genuinely pleased with. It reflects the effort our whole team puts in, and it gives families confidence when they are making what can be a very difficult decision. Horsham is a town we feel very connected to, and we welcome visits from prospective residents and their families at any time. There is no better way to get a feel for who we are than by coming to see us in person. If you would like to find out more or arrange a visit, we would be very happy to hear from you.
Care provided at Honeywood House Nursing Home
- Older person care
- Dementia care
- Respite care
- Last CQC inspection: 19 March 2024
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
How Honeywood House Nursing Home compares in Horsham
Measured against the 31 care homes for older people registered in Horsham. The dark dot is this home.
- Size
- 27 places. Smaller than 22 of the 31 homes. The local average is 45 places.
- CQC rating
- Good. 24 of the 31 homes (77%) are rated Good or Outstanding. Across West Sussex the figure is 78%.
- Latest report
- 19 March 2024. 7 of the 31 homes have published a newer inspection report since.
- Registered
- January 2011. 21 of the 31 homes registered more recently.
- Care offered
- Nursing and dementia care. Of the 31 homes, 22 offer nursing care and 23 offer dementia care.
- Food hygiene
- 5 out of 5. The top rating, shared by 26 of the 29 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 Horsham.
The local picture: Horsham
What the numbers say about care for older people in Horsham, 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: 20,000. Rising to 24,600 by 2035, up 23%
- People aged 85 and over: 5,600. Rising to 8,700 by 2035, up 56%
- Living with dementia, aged 65 and over (estimate): 2,600. Rising to 3,400 by 2035, up 31%
- Dementia diagnosis rate: 59%. The NHS ambition is 67%. West Sussex as a whole is 64%.
- Care home beds per 1,000 people aged 75+: 66. West Sussex average is 83.
- Care homes, last 12 months: 1 opened, 0 closed. 2 changed owner, covering 98 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.
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 Honeywood House Nursing Home
Facts from public registers, and what is close by.
- Registered with CQC
- 24 January 2011, so 15 years.
- Food hygiene rating
- 5 out of 5. Very good. Last inspected by the local council on 2 March 2026.
- Run by
- Trustees of Honeywood House, which runs this service only.
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 Honeywood House 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
- East Surrey Hospital, Redhill, 12.7 miles away
It is about 12.7 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
- Warnham Station, 3.2 miles away
- Ockley Station, 3.9 miles away
- Christs Hospital Station, 4.3 miles away
Around Honeywood House Nursing Home
- H: Honeywood House 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 Honeywood House Nursing Home
Where is Honeywood House Nursing Home located?
Honeywood House Nursing Home is a nursing home in Horsham, West Sussex, RH12 3QD. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.
What type of care does Honeywood House Nursing Home provide?
Honeywood House Nursing Home is registered to provide nursing and 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 Honeywood House Nursing Home's CQC rating?
Honeywood House 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 19 March 2024. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Does Honeywood House Nursing Home provide dementia care?
Yes. Honeywood House Nursing Home supports people living with dementia. We recommend contacting the home directly to discuss your individual situation.
Does Honeywood House Nursing Home offer respite or short-term care?
Yes. Honeywood House Nursing Home offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.
Questions families ask about Honeywood House Nursing Home
Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?
Yes. Honeywood House 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. Honeywood House 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. Honeywood House 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. Honeywood House 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
Honeywood House 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 Honeywood House Nursing Home. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
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