Anchor
Bethune Court
Care home in St Leonards On Sea, East Sussex
Operated by Anchor
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.
- Green Surroundings — Excellent access to parks, playing fields and other green space nearby (OpenStreetMap).
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About
Bethune Court is a 45-bed care home in St Leonards On Sea, East Sussex, operated by Anchor. The Care Quality Commission rated it Good overall in 2023, with Good ratings across all key questions: Safe, Effective, Caring, Responsive and Well-led.
What inspectors found
CQC: GoodReport published 6 February 2023 · Last inspected 20 December 2022
Inspectors found that staff knew the people they supported well and understood their needs, and that people were encouraged to make their own choices and stay as independent as possible. People, relatives and staff described a positive atmosphere, with staff described as attentive, particularly to people living with dementia. The home was rated good at this inspection, as it was at the previous one.
- Staff knew people well, and risks to people were identified and managed
- Medicines were handled through safe systems, and people received the help they needed with their health conditions
- Management oversight was clear, and the registered manager was knowledgeable about quality and priorities
- Staff reported having the training and support they needed and spoke positively about working at the home
- The inspection was prompted in part by concerns about staffing and the management of risks, but inspectors found no evidence that people were at risk of harm from this
Written by AI from the report text and checked against it. Not an official CQC statement. Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Read the full report on CQC.
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.
What’s in the area
Outdoor Spaces
- AllotmentsAmple
- Play SpaceAmple
- Golf CourseLimited
- Public ParkAdequate
- Tennis CourtAmple
- Bowling GreenAmple
- Playing FieldSparse
Local Amenities
- Pubs & BarsAmple
- Restaurants & CafesAmple
- Retail ShoppingSparse
- SupermarketsAdequate
- TakeawaysAmple
Local crime statistics
526 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 East Sussex council pays.
Care fee trajectory
| Year | Council rate (per week) |
|---|---|
| 2024 | £893 |
| 2025 | £929 |
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Local health safety net
Bethune Court is backed by a local NHS health network. The nearest A&E is Conquest Hospital, 2.4 miles away. The local GP practice is CARISBROOKE SURGERY, 0.8 miles away, rated ‘Good’ by the CQC.
Nearest services from NHS ODS + postcodes.io + CQC, by straight-line distance.
Community & connection in St Leonards On Sea
Local clubs, charities and support groups that help older residents stay active and connected.
Association of Carers
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Ecr Foundation
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Bexhill Senior Citizens Club
The Club provides a safe, warm and comfortable place for our Senior Citizens to meet, socialise and take part in physical and sedentary activities. The aim is to alleviate loneliness and isolation…
Battle Area Community Transport
Provides regular bus services for the elderly, disabled and residents in rural Rother communities.
Music for the Memory
Music for the Memory uses singing to bring together local people from all walks of life with any form of mild to moderate dementia together with their carers in a friendly and fun activity.
Part of Anchor
Bethune Court is one of 132 homes run by Anchor on AskBart. See how the group's homes are rated and where it operates.
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Information last reviewed October 2026.
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