MHA (Methodist Homes)

Bradbury Grange Care Home

Residential care home in Canterbury, Kent

Operated by MHA (Methodist Homes)

CQC Requires improvementARCO Approved50 bedsDementiaResidential
NeighbourhoodCultural HubGreen SurroundingsWell Served
What do these badges mean?
  • 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).
Address74 Canterbury Rd, Whitstable, CT5 4HE
Beds50
Weekly feefrom £1,102 · 2026
En-suite100%
Opened2010
All-inclusiveNo

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About

Bradbury Grange Care Home is a 50-bed care home in Canterbury, Kent, run by MHA (Methodist Homes). It provides residential care, respite care, and specialist dementia care.

The home was rated Requires Improvement by the Care Quality Commission. It was rated Good for Caring and Responsive, but Requires Improvement for Safe, Effective, and Well-led.

Care provided

Dementia
Residential
Respite

Facilities

Activity Room
Cafe or Restaurant
Dining Area
Gardens
Hair & Beauty Salon
Lift
Own Furniture Allowed
Quiet Area
Wifi

Activities

Arts & Crafts
Baking & Cooking
Birthday & Holiday Celebrations
Book and Poetry
Dance & Music
Exercise & Fitness
Gardening & Flower Arranging
Wellbeing Classes

What's nearby

GP surgery0.9 miles
Hospital15.3 miles
Bus stop100 m
Train station0.8 miles
Shops800 m
Pub or bar50 m
  • Set back from main road noise
  • Fire station about 350 m away

Straight-line distances. Road and rail noise from government strategic noise mapping (modelled, not measured). Locations © OpenStreetMap contributors.

What’s in the area

Outdoor Spaces

  • AllotmentsAmple
  • Play SpaceAmple
  • Golf CourseSparse
  • Public ParkAmple
  • Tennis CourtAmple
  • Bowling GreenSparse
  • Playing FieldSparse

Local Amenities

  • Pubs & BarsAmple
  • Restaurants & CafesAmple
  • Retail ShoppingPlentiful
  • SupermarketsAmple
  • TakeawaysAdequate

Local crime statistics

553 recorded crimes in the local area (April 2026)

Top categories:

Violent crime30%
Shoplifting21%
Anti-social behaviour20%
Criminal damage & arson7%

Source: data.police.uk · within 1 mile

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Fees and funding

Care typeWeekly feeSource
Residential carefrom £1,102
Published by the home, captured 2026
Published by the home, captured 2026
Dementia careFees on request—
Respite (short stay)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

Indicative weekly fee by year, against what Kent pays care homes.
YearThis home (per week)Council rate (per week)
2024—£1,063
2025—£1,187
2026£1,102—

What Kent council pays care homes, and whether it will help with fees

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Local health safety net

Bradbury Grange Care Home is backed by a local NHS health network. The nearest A&E is William Harvey Hospital (Ashford), 15.3 miles away. The local GP practice is WHITSTABLE MEDICAL PRACTICE, 0.9 miles away, rated ‘Outstanding’ by the CQC.

Nearest hospital · A&E
William Harvey Hospital (Ashford) · 15.3 mi
Nearest GP · CQC Outstanding
WHITSTABLE MEDICAL PRACTICE · 0.9 mi

Nearest services from NHS ODS + postcodes.io + CQC, by straight-line distance.

Community & connection in Canterbury

Local clubs, charities and support groups that help older residents stay active and connected.

Charity

Age UK Canterbury

0.3 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1094385)
Charity

Carers' Support East Kent

We will be the main contact for Carers' in East Kent, providing emotional support, information advice and guidance, training, advocacy and forums. We will work to promote the needs of Carers to…

6.0 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1136904)
Charity

Age Concern (Herne Bay)

DAY SERVICES FOR OLDER PEOPLE/LAUNDRY/BATHING/VISITING SERVICE/INFORMATION & ADVICE/HOME HELP SERVICE/TOE NAIL CUTTING SERVICE/ACTIVITIES/CARER SUPPORT SERVICE/hot meals delivery/Personal…

6.5 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1047605)
Charity

Keep Talking Services

The provision of telephone befriending to sufferers of loneliness and or ill health.

6.6 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1200275)

Frequently asked questions

What is the location of Bradbury Grange?
Bradbury Grange can be found in Whitstable, conveniently near to many popular facilities.
How does the CQC evaluate Bradbury Grange?
The Care Quality Commission (CQC) is the regulatory body for health and social care services in England. Bradbury Grange has been assessed as requires improvement, reflecting the standard of care and safety provided by the home.
What kinds of senior care does Bradbury Grange offer?
Bradbury Grange provides several types of senior care, including respite, dementia, and residential care.
What is the bed capacity of Bradbury Grange?
At present, the facility accommodates 50 beds.
Who is the proprietor of Bradbury Grange?
MHA (Methodist Homes) is the entity that owns and manages this care home.
What sort of events and activities can one participate in at this care home?
Bradbury Grange offers a wide range of health and wellness activities such as: Literature and Poetry Sessions, Wellness Classes, and Creative Arts & Crafts.
How much does care at Bradbury Grange cost?
The cost of care at Bradbury Grange can differ based on the specific elderly care needs. The starting price for care at Bradbury Grange is £1,102 per week.

For a more accurate estimate tailored to your individual requirements, it is recommended to contact the home directly at 01227 203649.

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Information last reviewed October 2026.

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