Royal Masonic Benevolent Institution
Barford Court
Residential care home in Hove, Brighton and Hove
Operated by Royal Masonic Benevolent Institution
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.
- Cultural Hub — An excellent range of libraries, museums, galleries, theatres and community venues within easy reach (OpenStreetMap).
- Green Surroundings — Excellent access to parks, playing fields and other green space nearby (OpenStreetMap).
- Well Served — Excellent everyday amenities nearby — shops, supermarkets, pharmacies, banks, post offices, cafés and places to eat (OpenStreetMap).
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About
Barford Court is a residential care home in Hove, Brighton and Hove, run by the Royal Masonic Benevolent Institution. It provides residential, dementia and respite care for up to 40 residents, with permanent places and short stays both available. The home sits near the seafront and within reach of the South Downs National Park, and occupies a restored Art Deco building that is Grade II listed, along with its garden. Residents are supported to keep their independence where possible, and the home runs an activities programme with outings, led by a dedicated Activities Coordinator.
The home is organised into four houses, each with its own staff team, and staffing is adjusted according to residents' assessed needs, with extra support at peak times to care for residents living with dementia. Nurse call systems are fitted in every resident's room, and some residents carry personal alarms. Staff include speakers of Polish, Bulgarian, Romanian and Spanish. The Care Quality Commission rated Barford Court Good overall, with Responsive rated Outstanding.
Care provided
Specialist care
Facilities
Food hygiene rating
Very good
Food Standards Agency · inspected March 2025
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. Locations © OpenStreetMap contributors.
What’s in the area
Outdoor Spaces
- AllotmentsAdequate
- Play SpaceAdequate
- Golf CourseLimited
- Public ParkAmple
- Tennis CourtPlentiful
- Bowling GreenAmple
- Playing FieldAmple
Local Amenities
- Pubs & BarsPlentiful
- Restaurants & CafesPlentiful
- Retail ShoppingAmple
- SupermarketsPlentiful
- TakeawaysPlentiful
Local crime statistics
610 recorded crimes in the local area (April 2026)
Top categories:
Source: data.police.uk · within 1 mile
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Fees and funding
| Care type | Weekly fee | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Residential care | Fees on request | — |
| Dementia care | Fees on request | — |
| Respite (short stay) | Fees on request | — |
- Funding accepted
- Not stated
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Care fee trajectory
| Year | Council rate (per week) |
|---|---|
| 2024 | £1,111 |
| 2025 | £1,124 |
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Local health safety net
Barford Court is backed by a local NHS health network. The nearest A&E is Royal Sussex County Hospital, 2.8 miles away. The local GP practice is TRINITY MEDICAL CENTRE, 0.6 miles away, rated ‘Good’ by the CQC.
Nearest services from NHS ODS + postcodes.io + CQC, by straight-line distance.
Community & connection in Hove
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Age Concern Hassocks & District
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Befriended
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Information last reviewed October 2026.
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