Barchester Healthcare
Dudwell St Mary Care Home
Operated by Barchester Healthcare
CQC good65 bedsDementiaNursing
NeighbourhoodHigh Retirement CommunityLow Recorded Crime
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.
- Low Recorded Crime — Ranks among the safer areas of its type on recorded police crime (Police.uk).
AddressFontridge Ln, Burwash, Etchingham TN19 7BE
Beds65
Weekly feefrom £1,951 · 2026
En-suite71%
Opened2006
All-inclusiveNo
MapGoogle Maps
About
Nestled within its own expansive estate in Burwash, East Sussex, Dudwell St Mary is a highly esteemed care home renowned for delivering top-tier residential, respite, nursing, and dementia care. Once a convent, this Barchester Healthcare home now features an array of amenities, including elegantly furnished bedrooms, chic lounges, a luxurious spa bath, a café serving bar-style refreshments, and meticulously maintained gardens for residents to bask in the outdoors. Dudwell St Mary is not only pet-friendly but also ensures a vibrant and varied lifestyle for its residents with a bustling activity schedule. From excursions to the scenic Wealden to pampering sessions with manicures and hand massages, Dudwell St Mary truly offers a comprehensive living experience. For more information, visit askbart.org.
Care provided
Dementia
Nursing
Residential
Respite
Facilities
Activity Room
Cafe or Restaurant
Dining Area
Family Room
Gardens
Hair & Beauty Salon
Lift
Own Furniture Allowed
Pets Allowed
Private Dining Area
Activities
Arts & Crafts
Baking & Cooking
Beer, Cocktails & Wine
Birthday & Holiday Celebrations
Book and Poetry
Dance & Music
Exercise & Fitness
Gardening & Flower Arranging
Hair & Beauty Treatments
Meditation & Yoga
Nearby amenities
Bus stop1 mi
Train station1.7 mi
GP surgery0.9 mi
Hospital26 mi
Local pub1.1 mi
Shops1.5 mi
What's in the area
Outdoor Spaces
- AllotmentsLimited
- Play SpaceLimited
- Golf CourseLimited
- Public ParkLimited
- Tennis CourtLimited
- Bowling GreenLimited
- Playing FieldLimited
Local Amenities
- Pubs & BarsLimited
- Restaurants & CafesLimited
- Retail ShoppingLimited
- SupermarketsLimited
- TakeawaysLimited
Local crime statistics
19 recorded crimes in the local area (April 2026)
Top categories:
violent crime53%
Anti-social behaviour26%
Other crime11%
Shoplifting5%
Source: data.police.uk · within 1 mile
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Local health safety net
Dudwell St Mary Care Home is backed by a local NHS health network. The nearest A&E is Royal Sussex County Hospital, 26 miles away. The local GP practice is FAIRFIELD SURGERY, 0.9 miles away.
Nearest hospital · A&E
Royal Sussex County Hospital · 26 mi
Nearest GP
FAIRFIELD SURGERY · 0.9 mi
Nearest services from NHS ODS + postcodes.io + CQC, by straight-line distance.
Frequently asked questions
What is the location of Dudwell St Mary?
Dudwell St Mary can be found in Etchingham and is conveniently near to many popular facilities.
How does Dudwell St Mary fare in the CQC evaluation?
The Care Quality Commission (CQC) is the body that oversees health and social care services in England. Based on their standards of care and safety, Dudwell St Mary has received a **good** rating.
What kinds of senior care can one avail at Dudwell St Mary?
This home offers various forms of senior care such as nursing, temporary respite, dementia, and residential care.
What is the bed capacity at Dudwell St Mary?
At present, Dudwell St Mary can accommodate 65 residents.
Who is the proprietor of Dudwell St Mary?
Barchester Healthcare is the entity that owns and manages this care home.
What sort of events and activities can one participate in at this care home?
Dudwell St Mary offers a diverse range of health and wellness activities such as: Mindfulness & Yoga, Literature and Poetry Sessions, and Celebrations for Birthdays & Holidays.
How much does care at Dudwell St Mary cost?
The cost of care at Dudwell St Mary and other homes fluctuates based on the specific elderly care needs. The starting price at Dudwell St Mary is £1,951 weekly.
For a more accurate estimate tailored to your individual requirements, please contact the home directly at 01435 518037.
For a more accurate estimate tailored to your individual requirements, please contact the home directly at 01435 518037.
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Information last reviewed September 2026.
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