Lyndhurst Rest Home
Care home in Whitstable, Kent
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- Well Served — Excellent everyday amenities nearby — shops, supermarkets, pharmacies, banks, post offices, cafés and places to eat (OpenStreetMap).
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About
Lyndhurst Rest Home is a 44-bed care facility situated in Whitstable, Kent, in the South East of England. The home is registered to provide care and support to older people, and was rated Good by the Care Quality Commission across all key areas: Safe, Effective, Caring, Responsive, and Well-led (2019).
The home is located along the Marine Parade with views over Tankerton Bay in Whitstable, a town with a strong maritime heritage. It serves the local community and surrounding areas in Kent.
What inspectors found
CQC: GoodReport published 21 October 2019 · Last inspected 2 October 2019
Inspectors found that residents at this home for 34 older people, many living with dementia, appeared happy and safe. Staff were recruited safely, received training and supervision, and worked with healthcare professionals to support people's health and end-of-life wishes. The report describes a rating improvement since the last inspection, with the earlier breach no longer found.
- Risks to people were assessed, and accidents and incidents were analysed so that action could reduce repeat events
- Staffing levels were sufficient, and medicines were managed safely
- The environment was adapted to support people living with dementia
- People were supported with choice, independence, dignity and access to activities they enjoyed
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.
Food hygiene rating
Very good
Food Standards Agency · inspected October 2024
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
- AllotmentsAdequate
- Play SpaceSparse
- Golf CourseSparse
- Public ParkPlentiful
- Tennis CourtAmple
- Bowling GreenSparse
- Playing FieldAdequate
Local Amenities
- Pubs & BarsAmple
- Restaurants & CafesPlentiful
- Retail ShoppingPlentiful
- SupermarketsAdequate
- TakeawaysAmple
Local crime statistics
107 recorded crimes in the local area (April 2026)
Top categories:
Source: data.police.uk · within 1 mile
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 |
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Local health safety net
Lyndhurst Rest Home is backed by a local NHS health network. The nearest A&E is Queen Elizabeth The Queen Mother Hospital, 14.9 miles away. The local GP practice is WHITSTABLE MEDICAL PRACTICE, 2.2 miles away, rated ‘Outstanding’ by the CQC.
Nearest services from NHS ODS + postcodes.io + CQC, by straight-line distance.
Community & connection in Whitstable
Local clubs, charities and support groups that help older residents stay active and connected.
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…
Keep Talking Services
The provision of telephone befriending to sufferers of loneliness and or ill health.
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…
Age UK Faversham and Sittingbourne
The charity provides a range of services to support older people including:Wellbeing activities, Physical activity opportunities, Social day centres, Information advice & guidance, community…
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Information last reviewed October 2026.
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