Barton Court
Care home in Sheerness, Kent
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About
Barton Court is a family owned care home on the Isle of Sheppey, in Sheerness, Kent. The current owners acquired it in January 2016, and the home has operated for more than 30 years. It is registered to provide care for up to 57 residents and offers 51 single rooms and three double rooms, along with several lounges and communal areas. Residents may bring their own furniture and cherished belongings to personalise their rooms. The home includes a Dementia Café, which is well established locally as a source of dementia support for residents and carers. Meals are prepared using fresh local produce, and residents can eat in their own rooms or in one of two dining areas.
The Care Quality Commission rated Barton Court Good overall, with Good ratings for safe, effective, caring, responsive and well-led care in its 2025 report. The home's aim is to help older people live as independently as possible, with care that matches their needs.
Food hygiene rating
Very good
Food Standards Agency · inspected August 2026
What's nearby
- Set back from main road noise
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
- AllotmentsLimited
- Play SpaceAdequate
- Golf CourseSparse
- Public ParkSparse
- Tennis CourtLimited
- Bowling GreenLimited
- Playing FieldLimited
Local Amenities
- Pubs & BarsSparse
- Restaurants & CafesSparse
- Retail ShoppingLimited
- SupermarketsSparse
- TakeawaysAdequate
Local crime statistics
86 recorded crimes in the local area (July 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 | — |
- 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 Kent council pays.
Care fee trajectory
| Year | Council rate (per week) |
|---|---|
| 2024 | £1,063 |
| 2025 | £1,187 |
What Kent council pays care homes, and whether it will help with fees
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Local health safety net
Barton Court is backed by a local NHS health network. The nearest A&E is Southend Hospital, 10.5 miles away. The local GP practice is SHEERNESS HEALTH CENTRE, 2 miles away, rated ‘Good’ by the CQC.
Nearest services from NHS ODS + postcodes.io + CQC, by straight-line distance.
Community & connection in Sheerness
Local clubs, charities and support groups that help older residents stay active and connected.
Age UK Sheppey
- day opportunities at 2 day centres in Sheerness and Leysdown, including transport, light breakfast, a freshly cooked lunch and activities - trips and outings, included escorted shopping every…
Swale Community and Voluntary Services
SCVS is an umbrella organisation offering support including training to voluntary organisations in Swale and as an accredited volunteer centre offer a volunteer brokerage service. We operate a…
The Southend-on-sea Stroke Club
Provide support, friendship and comfort by way of social activities for people who have suffered a stroke or strokes within the area of the Borough of Southend-on-Sea.
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Information last reviewed October 2026.
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