Barchester Healthcare
Mortain Place Care Home
Residential care home in Eastbourne, East Sussex
Operated by Barchester Healthcare
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).
- Well Served — Excellent everyday amenities nearby — shops, supermarkets, pharmacies, banks, post offices, cafés and places to eat (OpenStreetMap).
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About
Mortain Place Care Home is an 80-bed residential care home in Eastbourne, East Sussex, run by Barchester Healthcare. It provides residential care, dementia care, and respite (short-stay) services for older people.
The home was rated Requires Improvement overall by the Care Quality Commission. It was assessed as Requires Improvement in the Safe and Well-led key questions, and rated Good in Effective, Caring, and Responsive.
Care provided
Facilities
Activities
Food hygiene rating
Very good
Food Standards Agency · inspected January 2026
What's nearby
- Near a main road
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
- AllotmentsAdequate
- Play SpaceSparse
- Golf CourseAdequate
- Public ParkSparse
- Tennis CourtLimited
- Bowling GreenLimited
- Playing FieldAdequate
Local Amenities
- Pubs & BarsSparse
- Restaurants & CafesAdequate
- Retail ShoppingAdequate
- SupermarketsAmple
- TakeawaysSparse
Local crime statistics
603 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 £1,550 Published by the home, captured 2026 | Published by the home, captured 2026 |
| Dementia care | Fees on request | — |
| Respite (short stay) | Fees on request | — |
- Funding accepted
- Not stated
East Sussex usually pays £929 a week for residential care; families typically top up about £621 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 East Sussex council pays.
Care fee trajectory
| Year | This home (per week) | Council rate (per week) |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | — | £893 |
| 2025 | — | £929 |
| 2026 | £1,550 | — |
What East Sussex council pays care homes, and whether it will help with fees
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Local health safety net
Mortain Place Care Home is backed by a local NHS health network. The nearest A&E is Eastbourne District General Hospital, 2.3 miles away. The local GP practice is HARBOUR MEDICAL PRACTICE, 0.3 miles away, rated ‘Good’ by the CQC.
Nearest services from NHS ODS + postcodes.io + CQC, by straight-line distance.
Community & connection in Eastbourne
Local clubs, charities and support groups that help older residents stay active and connected.
Age Concern (Eastbourne Number 2) Limited
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Just Friends
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Berry Pomeroy Home for Elderly People
Runs and maintains a care home for elderly people.
Care for the Carers
To improve the quality of carers' lives by helping the local community recognise and value the role of carers, and by enabling carers to access the services and support they require.
Memory Lane-eastbourne
We provide social activities for people with dementia and their carers. Operating in Eastbourne and the surrounding areas. At present including singing, games, cinema, coffee morning, indoor…
Eastbourne Dementia Action Alliance
The Charity was formed to help Eastbourne become a Dementia Friendly Town.
Frequently asked questions
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How much does care at Mortain Place cost?
For a more accurate estimate tailored to your individual requirements, it is recommended to contact the home directly at 01323 396918.
Part of Barchester Healthcare
Mortain Place Care Home is one of 240 homes run by Barchester Healthcare 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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