Bupa

Abbotsleigh Mews Care Home

Nursing home in Bexley

Operated by Bupa

CQC Good120 bedsDementiaNursing
AddressOld Farm Rd E, Sidcup, DA15 8AY
Beds120
Weekly feefrom £1,200 · 2026
En-suite100%
Opened1996
All-inclusiveNo

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About

Nestled in the heart of Sidcup, Abbotsleigh Mews is a warm and inviting care home that offers top-notch residential, dementia, respite, nursing, and palliative care for the elderly. This well-regarded Bupa facility is equipped with a variety of contemporary amenities designed to make residents feel right at home. These include tastefully decorated private rooms, chic communal lounges, welcoming dining spaces, a sun-filled conservatory, and meticulously maintained gardens. At Abbotsleigh Mews, the days are filled with a diverse range of activities, ensuring that residents always have something engaging to do. Whether it's tending to the garden, embarking on excursions in the surrounding areas of Greater London, or watching a football match in the cabin, there's something for everyone at Abbotsleigh Mews.

Care provided

Dementia
Nursing
Residential
Respite

Facilities

Activity Room
Cafe or Restaurant
Dining Area
Gardens
Hair & Beauty Salon
Lift
Own Furniture Allowed
Quiet Area
Wifi

Activities

Arts & Crafts
Baking & Cooking
Beer, Cocktails & Wine
Birthday & Holiday Celebrations
Book and Poetry
Dance & Music
Exercise & Fitness
Gardening & Flower Arranging
Hair & Beauty Treatments
Visits from Children

Food hygiene rating

Very good

Food Standards Agency · inspected October 2025

What's nearby

GP surgery800 m
A&E: Queen Elizabeth Hospital3.6 miles
Bus stop50 m
Train station500 m
Shops0.9 miles
Pub or bar150 m
  • Near a main road

Straight-line distances. Road and rail noise from government strategic noise mapping (modelled, not measured). A&E departments from the NHS website. Locations © OpenStreetMap contributors.

What’s in the area

Outdoor Spaces

  • AllotmentsPlentiful
  • Play SpaceAmple
  • Golf CourseAdequate
  • Public ParkAmple
  • Tennis CourtPlentiful
  • Bowling GreenSparse
  • Playing FieldPlentiful

Local Amenities

  • Pubs & BarsAmple
  • Restaurants & CafesPlentiful
  • Retail ShoppingAdequate
  • SupermarketsAdequate
  • TakeawaysPlentiful

Local crime statistics

52 recorded crimes in the local area (April 2026)

Top categories:

Violent crime37%
Anti-social behaviour17%
Public order13%
Other theft12%

Source: data.police.uk · within 1 mile

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Fees and funding

Care typeWeekly feeSource
Residential carefrom £1,200
Published by the home, captured 2026
Published by the home, captured 2026
Dementia careFees on request—
Nursing careFees on request—
Respite (short stay)Fees on request—
Funding accepted
Not stated

Bexley usually pays £1,016 a week for residential care; families typically top up about £184 a week.

Fees depend on the room and the care needed, so ask the home for a written quote. Check who pays with the funding calculator, or see what Bexley council pays.

Care fee trajectory

Indicative weekly fee by year, against what Bexley pays care homes.
YearThis home (per week)Council rate (per week)
2024—£991
2025—£1,016
2026£1,200—

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Local health safety net

Abbotsleigh Mews Care Home is backed by a local NHS health network. The nearest A&E is Queen Elizabeth Hospital, 3.6 miles away. The local GP practice is WOODLANDS SURGERY, 0.5 miles away, rated ‘Good’ by the CQC.

Nearest hospital · A&E
Queen Elizabeth Hospital · 3.6 mi
Nearest GP · CQC Good
WOODLANDS SURGERY · 0.5 mi

Nearest services from NHS ODS + postcodes.io + CQC, by straight-line distance.

Community & connection in Bexley

Local clubs, charities and support groups that help older residents stay active and connected.

Charity

Carers' Support (Bexley)

Provides respite care at home for carers, enabling a carer to take a break while the person they look after remains in their own home where their usual routines can continue. We also provide…

1.2 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1075801)
Charity

Stroke Care International

The advancement Of health and saving of lives of elderly and people with disability through training, advice and support both at home and at a designated centre. Organising basic health checks.…

2.4 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1176508)
Charity

The Cottage Community

The Cottage Community is an independent registered charity providing a day centre and hot meals, lunch clubs, activities, transport and shopping trips for elderly and vulnerable clients, resident…

3.1 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1180662)
Charity

Age UK Bexley

To promote the relief of elderly people in and around the London Borough of Bexley.

3.5 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1088399)
Charity

Age Concern Orpington & District

Age Concern Orpington is a charity to offer day care and support to the elderly and physically and mentally frail in the Orpington area.

4.9 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1148958)
Charity

Age Concern Bromley

Age Concern Bromley, (trading name Age UK Bromley & Greenwich) provides a range of services, projects, emotional and practical support to older people, their relatives and carers. It also…

6.4 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1060861)

Frequently asked questions

What is the location of Abbotsleigh Mews?
You can find it in Sidcup, conveniently near to many local facilities.
How does the CQC evaluate Abbotsleigh Mews?
The Care Quality Commission (CQC) is the regulatory body for health and social care services in England. Abbotsleigh Mews has received a good rating, reflecting the standard of care and safety provided by the home.
What kinds of senior care does Abbotsleigh Mews offer?
This home provides various forms of senior care, including nursing, respite, dementia, and residential care.
What is the total bed capacity at Abbotsleigh Mews?
At present, the facility accommodates 120 beds.
Who owns Abbotsleigh Mews?
This care home is owned and operated by Bupa.
What sort of events and activities can one participate in at this care home?
Abbotsleigh Mews offers a diverse range of health and wellness activities such as: Literature and Poetry sessions, Physical Fitness programs, and Interaction with Children.
How much does care at Abbotsleigh Mews cost?
The cost of care at Abbotsleigh Mews can differ based on the specific elderly care needs. The starting price for care at this home is £1,200 per week.

For a more accurate estimate tailored to your individual requirements, it is recommended to contact the home directly at 02036 409443.

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Information last reviewed October 2026.

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