Brighthelm Care Group

Seaway Care Home

Nursing home in Brighton and Hove

Operated by Seaway Nursing Home

CQC Good20 bedsDementiaNursing
NeighbourhoodHigh Retirement CommunityCultural HubGreen SurroundingsWell Served
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.
  • 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).
Address33 Vallance Gardens, Hove, Brighton and Hove, Hove BN3 2DB, UK
Beds20
Weekly feefrom £1,200 · 2026
En-suite55%

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About

Seaway Care Home in Brighton and Hove provides 24-hour nursing care, respite and dementia support across 20 registered beds. Operated by Brighthelm Care Group, the home is rated Good by the Care Quality Commission across all key questions: Safe, Effective, Caring, Responsive and Well-led.

The home delivers nursing-led care to residents requiring long-term support or short-term respite, with a focus on person-centred approach to comfort and dignity.

Care provided

Dementia
Nursing
Respite

Facilities

Dining Area
En-suite rooms
Gardens
Hair & Beauty Salon
Own Furniture Allowed
Pets Allowed
Quiet Area
Wifi

Activities

Arts & Crafts
Birthday & Holiday Celebrations
Book and Poetry
Dance & Music
Exercise & Fitness
Hair & Beauty Treatments
Visits from Children

Food hygiene rating

Very good

Food Standards Agency · inspected July 2025

What's nearby

GP surgery650 m
A&E: Royal Sussex County Hospital2.7 miles
Bus stop500 m
Train station0.9 miles
Shops300 m
Pub or bar150 m

Straight-line distances. A&E departments from the NHS website. Locations © OpenStreetMap contributors.

What’s in the area

Outdoor Spaces

  • AllotmentsAdequate
  • Play SpaceAdequate
  • Golf CourseLimited
  • Public ParkPlentiful
  • Tennis CourtPlentiful
  • Bowling GreenAmple
  • Playing FieldPlentiful

Local Amenities

  • Pubs & BarsPlentiful
  • Restaurants & CafesPlentiful
  • Retail ShoppingAmple
  • SupermarketsPlentiful
  • TakeawaysPlentiful

Local crime statistics

865 recorded crimes in the local area (April 2026)

Top categories:

Violent crime26%
Anti-social behaviour24%
Shoplifting13%
Public order10%

Source: data.police.uk · within 1 mile

Fees and funding

Care typeWeekly feeSource
Dementia careFees on request—
Nursing 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 Brighton and Hove council pays.

Care fee trajectory

Indicative weekly fee by year, against what Brighton and Hove pays care homes.
YearThis home (per week)Council rate (per week)
2024—£1,111
2025—£1,124
2026£1,200—

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

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Local health safety net

Seaway Care Home is backed by a local NHS health network. The nearest A&E is Royal Sussex County Hospital, 2.6 miles away. The local GP practice is TRINITY MEDICAL CENTRE, 0.4 miles away, rated ‘Good’ by the CQC.

Nearest hospital · A&E
Royal Sussex County Hospital · 2.6 mi
Nearest GP · CQC Good
TRINITY MEDICAL CENTRE · 0.4 mi

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

Community & connection in Brighton and Hove

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

Charity

The Carers Centre for Brighton and Hove Limited

The Carers Centre for Brighton & Hove takes a holistic approach to all its work, considering the needs of carers, and those they care for. Core activities include information and advice giving,…

0.6 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1015728)
Charity

Dementia Singing Experience, Sussex

We take structured and interactive singing, activity and craft sessions into community day care centres, Age UK or council run and dedicated care homes supporting those living with dementia and…

1.6 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1184951)
Charity

Time to Talk Befriending

We overcome loneliness experienced by older people through befriending. We provide one to one befriending, group befriending, events, seasonal outreach and social prescribing in Brighton and Hove,…

3.7 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1186555)
Charity

Befriended

Befriended provides a range of services aimed at combating loneliness and isolation amongst older people living in Mid Sussex. These include face to face befriending, telephone befriending,…

5.9 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1175623)
Charity

Age Concern Hassocks & District

Social care for the older people of Hassocks and nearby villages along the South Downs. The day centre provides a freshly cooked three-course meal each weekday and a wide range of entertainment,…

6.1 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1114153)
Charity

Age Concern East Sussex

Services to people in later life and influencing/representation to improve the quality of later life. Services include information and advice, community clubs, post-hospital discharge support,…

6.8 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1139470)

Frequently asked questions

Where is Seaway located?
It is situated in Hove and is close to popular amenities.
What is the CQC rating of Seaway?
The Care Quality Commission (CQC) is England's health and social care services regulator. Seaway is rated as good, based on the level of care and safety at the home.
What types of elderly care are available at Seaway?
The following types of elderly care are available at this home: nursing, respite.
How many beds does Seaway have?
Currently, there are 20 beds at the home.
Who owns Seaway?
This care home is owned and operated by Brighthelm Care Group.
What types of activities and events are available at this care home?
There are a variety of health and wellness activities available at Seaway, including: Visits from Children, Book and Poetry, Dance & Music.
What is the cost of care at Seaway?
Prices will vary from home to home, depending on the level of elderly care required. At Seaway the cost of care starts from £1,200 per week.

It's best to call the home directly on 01273 092183 to find out about the total cost of care for your unique needs.

Information last reviewed October 2026.

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