Independent Care Home
Birtley House Care Home
Nursing home in Guildford, Surrey
Operated by Independent Care Home
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About
Birtley House Care Home is a privately run nursing home in Guildford, Surrey, offering residential and nursing care to 47 residents. The home provides long-term care, short-term respite and recuperation, and palliative care support.
The Care Quality Commission rated Birtley House as Good overall, with Good grades across all five key questions: Safe, Effective, Caring, Responsive, and Well-led.
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Food hygiene rating
Very good
Food Standards Agency · inspected June 2026
What's nearby
Straight-line distances. A&E departments from the NHS website.
What’s in the area
Outdoor Spaces
- AllotmentsSparse
- Play SpaceLimited
- Golf CourseLimited
- Public ParkSparse
- Tennis CourtPlentiful
- Bowling GreenSparse
- Playing FieldSparse
Local Amenities
- Pubs & BarsSparse
- Restaurants & CafesLimited
- Retail ShoppingLimited
- SupermarketsLimited
- TakeawaysLimited
Local crime statistics
418 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 | from £1,865 Published by the home, captured 2026 | Published by the home, captured 2026 |
| Nursing care | Fees on request | — |
| Respite (short stay) | Fees on request | — |
- Funding accepted
- Not stated
Surrey usually pays £952 a week for residential care; families typically top up about £913 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 Surrey council pays.
Care fee trajectory
| Year | This home (per week) | Council rate (per week) |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | — | £930 |
| 2025 | — | £952 |
| 2026 | £1,865 | — |
What Surrey council pays care homes, and whether it will help with fees
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Local health safety net
Birtley House Care Home is backed by a local NHS health network. The nearest A&E is Royal Surrey County Hospital, 4.9 miles away. The local GP practice is WONERSH SURGERY, 1.3 miles away.
Nearest services from NHS ODS + postcodes.io + CQC, by straight-line distance.
Community & connection in Guildford
Local clubs, charities and support groups that help older residents stay active and connected.
Age Concern Blackheath and Wonersh
Support & Advice to the elderly, including a weekly lunch club, volunteer transport service & neighbourhood social activities.
The Four Villages' Day Centre
Running a Day Centre once a week at Blunden Court, Bramley Surrey.For the Villages of Shamley Green, Wonersh, Blackheath and Bramley, and other outlying villages . Where the elderly, lonely,and…
Farncombe Day Centre Limited
Farncombe Day Centre offers a happy and caring atmosphere where membership is free and everyone is welcome.The Day Centre is open to everyone over the age of 50 who lives in Waverley Borough. The…
Age UK Surrey
Age UK Surrey has been working closely with older people in the county since 1963. The Charity has developed services to meet the increasing demands of an ageing population, providing a Homehelp…
Milford & Villages Day Centre
We encourage social inclusion by providing activities and services for the elderly every weekday in a purpose built building.
Age UK Runnymede and Spelthorne
Our activities are listed in our Articles and relate to our Objects. Services we provide include Information & Advice (such as benefit advice), a range of home services (such as bathing, shopping,…
Frequently asked questions
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How much does care at Birtley House cost?
For a more accurate estimate tailored to your individual requirements, it is recommended to contact the home directly at 01483 802802.
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Information last reviewed October 2026.
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