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Old Rectory Care Home
Residential care home in Romney Marsh, Kent
Old Rectory Care Home
Residential care home in Romney Marsh, Kent
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- Peaceful Neighbourhood — Among the lowest for recorded anti-social behaviour and public disorder of comparable areas (police-recorded crime).
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About
The Old Rectory Care Home is a 35-bed home in Dymchurch, on the Romney Marsh in Kent, offering residential, dementia and respite care. People in residential care receive help with personal care and medication, alongside daily routines, companionship and activities such as exercise, music and games. The dementia service uses personalised routines and calm surroundings, and staff are trained in approaches that focus on dignity and familiarity.
Respite stays suit people recovering from illness, moving on from hospital, or giving family carers a break, and short-stay residents receive the same standard of care as long-term residents. The home is close to a sandy beach that holds a Blue Flag award. The Care Quality Commission rated the home Good overall in its 2021 report, with Responsiveness graded Outstanding and Safe, Effective, Caring and Well-led each graded Good.
What inspectors found
CQC: GoodReport published 8 July 2021 · Last inspected 12 May 2021
Inspectors found that staff cared for people with a wide range of needs, including some who had been expected to be nearing the end of life, and that support was tailored to each person. The registered manager kept up links with relatives, community groups and health professionals during the pandemic and introduced activities, and feedback from people, relatives, staff and professionals was very positive. Inspectors saw kind interactions, people said they felt safe, and medicines were managed safely.
- Staff helped some people recover when they had been regarded as nearing the end of life, and personalised support was given based on detailed knowledge of individual needs.
- The registered manager maintained strong relationships with relatives, community services and health professionals during the pandemic, and created and sustained activities.
- People were involved in shaping the home's information, including a survey used to make materials suit their needs.
- Staff were described as caring and respectful, people's independence was promoted, medicines were handled safely, and staff recruitment and induction were found to be suitable.
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.
Care provided
Specialist care
Facilities
What's nearby
- Set back from main road noise
- Fire station about 550 m away
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
- AllotmentsSparse
- Play SpaceLimited
- Golf CourseLimited
- Public ParkLimited
- Tennis CourtLimited
- Bowling GreenLimited
- Playing FieldLimited
Local Amenities
- Pubs & BarsSparse
- Restaurants & CafesSparse
- Retail ShoppingLimited
- SupermarketsLimited
- TakeawaysSparse
Local crime statistics
9 recorded crimes in the local area (July 2026)
Top categories:
Source: data.police.uk · within 1 mile
Fees and funding
| Care type | Weekly fee | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Residential care | Fees on request | — |
| Dementia care | Fees 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
| Year | Council rate (per week) |
|---|---|
| 2024 | £1,063 |
| 2025 | £1,187 |
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Local health safety net
Old Rectory Care Home is backed by a local NHS health network. The nearest A&E is William Harvey Hospital (Ashford), 8.6 miles away. The local GP practice is MARTELLO HEALTH CENTRE, 0.2 miles away, rated ‘Good’ by the CQC.
Nearest services from NHS ODS + postcodes.io + CQC, by straight-line distance.
Community & connection in Romney Marsh
Local clubs, charities and support groups that help older residents stay active and connected.
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Information last reviewed October 2026.
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