Independent Care Home
Ambleside Care Home
Care home in Rother, East Sussex
Operated by Independent Care Home
What do these badges mean?
- High Retirement Community — An above-average share of residents are aged 65 and over (ONS Census) — often a sign of established later-life communities and services.
- Peaceful Neighbourhood — Among the lowest for recorded anti-social behaviour and public disorder of comparable areas (police-recorded crime).
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About
Ambleside Care Home is a 25-bed care home in Rother, East Sussex, providing dementia care. The home is rated Good by the Care Quality Commission across all key areas: Safe, Effective, Caring, Responsive and Well-led.
The home supports older people with dementia and is run as an independent care home in the South East.
Care provided
Facilities
Activities
Food hygiene rating
Good
Food Standards Agency · inspected February 2026
What's nearby
- 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.
What’s in the area
Outdoor Spaces
- AllotmentsSparse
- Play SpaceSparse
- Golf CourseLimited
- Public ParkSparse
- Tennis CourtAdequate
- Bowling GreenAdequate
- Playing FieldPlentiful
Local Amenities
- Pubs & BarsAdequate
- Restaurants & CafesPlentiful
- Retail ShoppingAmple
- SupermarketsAmple
- TakeawaysAmple
Local crime statistics
2 recorded crimes in the local area (April 2026)
Top categories:
Source: data.police.uk · within 1 mile
Fees and funding
| Care type | Weekly fee | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Dementia care | Fees on request | — |
- Funding accepted
- Not stated
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 East Sussex council pays.
Care fee trajectory
| Year | This home (per week) | Council rate (per week) |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | — | £893 |
| 2025 | — | £929 |
| 2026 | £775 | — |
What East Sussex council pays care homes, and whether it will help with fees
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Local health safety net
Ambleside Care Home is backed by a local NHS health network. The nearest A&E is Conquest Hospital, 4.2 miles away. The local GP practice is COLLINGTON SURGERY, 1.3 miles away.
Nearest services from NHS ODS + postcodes.io + CQC, by straight-line distance.
Community & connection in Rother
Local clubs, charities and support groups that help older residents stay active and connected.
Robertsbridge Monday Lunch Club
A small luncheon club on Mondays in Robertsbridge, with Extend Exercises, hot lunch meals and very occasional social outings including transport within Robertsbridge.
Mayfield and Five Ashes Community Services
To promote community based services and support for those living in the Parish of Mayfield and Five Ashes and its surrounding area within East Sussex, to assist in combatting loneliness and…
Battle Area Community Transport
Provides regular bus services for the elderly, disabled and residents in rural Rother communities.
Frequently asked questions
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How much does care at Ambleside cost?
For a more accurate estimate tailored to your specific requirements, it is recommended to contact the home directly at 01424 619083.
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Information last reviewed October 2026.
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