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Amherst House

Trusted to care in Horley, Surrey

Trusted to care in Horley, Surrey|With 40 years’ experience,
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Amherst House

Welcome to Amherst House

Our luxury care home is set within a peaceful residential area. Our skilled and experienced teams provide round-the-clock nursing, dementia and residential care, as well as short term respite care.

Amherst House is the ideal setting for personalised care of the highest standard. It is a spacious, modern home featuring luxurious amenities including an in-house cinema, café and hair salon.

Residents at our home can enjoy stylish lounges and a stunning collection of ensuite bedrooms. We provide a varied activity programme and our minibus access means we can arrange outings to local areas of interest. Our beautifully landscaped gardens and outside space offer a peaceful environment for residents and their loved ones.

We pride ourselves on the transparency of our care quality and fee information - ensuring you can trust us to care from that very first step.

The home is owned by WT UK Opco 4 Limited and is managed and staffed by Care UK.

At a glance

Location

287 Court Lodge Road
Horley
Surrey
RH6 8RG

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CQC Rating
Good
Availability
Open to new residents
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Key facts summary
Contract
Contract summary

One step at a time – a video guide to navigating dementia

From the moment you receive a diagnosis to learning to live well with dementia, we’re here to support you every step of the way. That’s why we’ve produced ‘One step at a time’, a video guide to navigating dementia, introduced by broadcaster and Alzheimer's Society ambassador, Angela Rippon.

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One step at a time – a video guide to navigating dementia

Have a look around our home

At Amherst House there are plenty of luxury facilities for residents to enjoy.

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Life at our home

Our dedicated lifestyle team work hard to ensure residents and their families can continue to enjoy an interesting social life in our care home. We organise a wide range of regular activities and a full events programme throughout the year. From concerts performed by local musicians to afternoon high teas, baking and cooking demonstrations, film nights in the cinema and board games, there is plenty to look forward to.

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  • Cafe
  • Church Services
  • Cinema room
  • Garden
  • Hair and beauty salon
  • Library
  • Local shops nearby
  • Minibus for outings
  • Pub/ bar
  • Shop
Life at our home
Life at our home
Life at our home

Care at our home

At our home in Amherst House we provide a full range of care services for older people. We invest in continuous training and in-house development so that our staff have the knowledge to deliver expert care and enable the wellbeing of residents.

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Care at Amherst House

Types of care offered

Healthcare services

  • Chiropody
  • Concierge
  • Dentist
  • Optician
  • Physiotherapy
  • Speech and language therapy

Meet our team

Every day our colleagues live our values of passionate, caring and teamwork to empower residents to enjoy fulfilling lives.

Meet our team

The dedicated and experienced team at Amherst House will provide your loved one with care that’s completely tailored to their individual needs and wishes. 

 

I pride myself on being resident focused and ensuring that all individuals we support are empowered to make choices and participate fully in the running of their home. I enjoy spending time bonding with residents and their families, ensuring their safety, wellbeing and happiness are met.

Cristina CristeaGeneral Manager 

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Meaningful lifestyles at Amherst House
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How we are doing

When you’re choosing care for a loved one, trust is fundamental to your decision. Take a look at some of our reviews from family members and residents.

How we are doing

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CQC Rating: Good

What's going on

There's never a dull moment at Care UK! Why not find out what's going on at Amherst House.

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A speedy surprise! Horley care home resident and former racing car driver has his passion reignited

A speedy surprise! Horley care home resident and former racing car driver has his passion reignited

A resident at a Horley care home was auto-ly delighted to reignite his passion for cars with a surprise trip back behind the wheel.
Triple shortlisting for the NACC Awards

Triple shortlisting for the NACC Awards

Care UK has been shortlisted in three categories at the prestigious National Association of Care Catering (NACC) Awards.

Care UK achieves excellence at the Care Home Awards

Care UK achieves excellence at the Care Home Awards

Care UK was the most awarded provider at this year’s Care Home Awards, taking away eight accolades following the ceremony.

What others have to say

Here are just some of the comments we’ve received from family, friends and residents at Amherst House care home.

The staff at Amherst House are friendly, helpful, and very caring, if mum needs further care in the future we'd definitely go back there.

Relative of a resident, April 2023
Surrey Care Awards Finalist 2022 - Care Home of the Year

Surrey Care Awards Finalist 2022 - Care Home of the Year

National Care Awards 2023 finalist - Care Home Group

National Care Awards 2023 finalist - Care Home Group

Leaders in Care Awards 2023 finalist - Care Home Provider of the Year

Leaders in Care Awards 2023 finalist - Care Home Provider of the Year

LaingBuisson Award 2023 finalist - Excellence in Large Residential Care

LaingBuisson Award 2023 finalist - Excellence in Large Residential Care

Social Care Top 30 Award 2023 finalist

Social Care Top 30 Award 2023 finalist

NACC Awards 2023 finalist - Catering Manager of the Year

NACC Awards 2023 finalist - Catering Manager of the Year

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Care Home Awards 2023 winner - Best Care Home Marketing, Advertising or PR Activities

Care Home Awards 2023 winner - Best Care Home Marketing, Advertising or PR Activities

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Nursing Times Awards 2023 finalist - Nursing in Social Care

Nursing Times Awards 2023 finalist - Nursing in Social Care

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Health Investor Awards 2023 winner - Residential Care Provider of the Year

Health Investor Awards 2023 winner - Residential Care Provider of the Year

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UK Employee Experience Awards 2023 winner - Best Employee Engagement

UK Employee Experience Awards 2023 winner - Best Employee Engagement

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Public Sector Catering Awards 2023 winner - Care Catering Award

Public Sector Catering Awards 2023 winner - Care Catering Award

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Care Home Catering Awards 2023 finalist - Group Care Home Caterer of the Year

Care Home Catering Awards 2023 finalist - Group Care Home Caterer of the Year

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RoSPA Awards 2023 winner - Silver Award

RoSPA Awards 2023 winner - Silver Award

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Leaders in Care Awards 2022 finalist - Care Home Provider of the Year

Leaders in Care Awards 2022 finalist - Care Home Provider of the Year

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Caring UK Awards 2022 winner - Midlands & Wales Care Home of the Year

Caring UK Awards 2022 winner - Midlands & Wales Care Home of the Year

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LaingBuisson Award 2022 finalist - Large Residential Care

LaingBuisson Award 2022 finalist - Large Residential Care

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National Care Awards 2022 winner - Care Operations/Area Manager

National Care Awards 2022 winner - Care Operations/Area Manager

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Dementia Care Awards 2022 winner - Best Dementia Care Inspiring Leader

Dementia Care Awards 2022 winner - Best Dementia Care Inspiring Leader

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Social Care Top 30 Award 2022 finalist

Social Care Top 30 Award 2022 finalist

Care Home Professional Power List 2022

Care Home Professional Power List 2022

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Nursing Times Workforce Awards 2022 finalist

Nursing Times Workforce Awards 2022 finalist

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NACC Awards 2022 winner - Care Establishment of the Year

NACC Awards 2022 winner - Care Establishment of the Year

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Care Home Awards 2022 winner - Outstanding Larger Care Provider

Care Home Awards 2022 winner - Outstanding Larger Care Provider

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Health Investor Award 2022 winner - Residential Care Provider of the Year

Health Investor Award 2022 winner - Residential Care Provider of the Year

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UK Employee Experience 2022 Awards - Best Use of Digital Technologies

UK Employee Experience 2022 Awards - Best Use of Digital Technologies

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Public Sector Catering Awards 2022 finalists - Care Catering AND Chef of the Year

Public Sector Catering Awards 2022 finalists - Care Catering AND Chef of the Year

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Caring UK Awards 2021 winner

Caring UK Awards 2021 winner

National Care Awards 2021 winner - Care Home of the Year

National Care Awards 2021 winner - Care Home of the Year

LaingBuisson Award 2001 winner - Residential Care Provider of the Year

LaingBuisson Award 2001 winner - Residential Care Provider of the Year

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LaingBuisson Award 2021 winner - Property Developer of the Year

LaingBuisson Award 2021 winner - Property Developer of the Year

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Care Home Awards 2021 winner - Best Larger Care Home Group

Care Home Awards 2021 winner - Best Larger Care Home Group

National Association of Care Catering Awards 2021 winner - Catering Team of the Year

National Association of Care Catering Awards 2021 winner - Catering Team of the Year

National Apprenticeship Awards 2021 finalist

National Apprenticeship Awards 2021 finalist

Public Sector Catering Awards 2021 winner - Catering Manager of the Year

Public Sector Catering Awards 2021 winner - Catering Manager of the Year

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Social Care Top Leaders Awards 2021 finalist

Social Care Top Leaders Awards 2021 finalist

Care Home Professional Power List 2021

Care Home Professional Power List 2021

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UK Employee Experience 2021 Awards Bronze Winner - Employee Training and Development, Empowering Programme

UK Employee Experience 2021 Awards Bronze Winner - Employee Training and Development, Empowering Programme

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Dementia Hero Awards 2021 finalist - Professional Excellence

Dementia Hero Awards 2021 finalist - Professional Excellence

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Health Investor Awards 2021 finalist - Residential Care Provider of the Year AND Property Developer of the Year

Health Investor Awards 2021 finalist - Residential Care Provider of the Year AND Property Developer of the Year

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Care Home Awards 2020 winner - Best Larger Care Home Group

Care Home Awards 2020 winner - Best Larger Care Home Group

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LaingBuisson Awards 2020 finalist

LaingBuisson Awards 2020 finalist

National Association of Care Catering Awards 2020 finalist

National Association of Care Catering Awards 2020 finalist

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Skills for Care Accolades 2020 winner - Best Employer Support for Your Registered Manager AND Most Effective Approach to Leadership and Management

Skills for Care Accolades 2020 winner - Best Employer Support for Your Registered Manager AND Most Effective Approach to Leadership and Management

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Your next steps

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Speak to our friendly care support team who can answer any questions you may have about the care available at our home and can help book a showround of the home at a time convenient to you.

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Your next steps
Your next steps
Your next steps

Help and advice

Our help and advice guides have been produced by our experts and include real life experiences of older people and their families.

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What is palliative care?

What is palliative care?

Discover more about the compassionate palliative care that we provide and how we sensitively tailor your loved one’s end of life care to their wishes.
How to provide person-centred care for your loved one

How to provide person-centred care for your loved one

Providing person-centred care for a loved one is all about putting their choices at the heart of their care.
One step at a time – a video guide to navigating dementia

One step at a time – a video guide to navigating dementia

From the moment you receive a diagnosis to learning to live well with dementia, we’re here to support you every step of the way. That’s why we’ve produced...

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CQC Rating: Good
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Surrey RH6 8RG

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Trips and outings

Residents living in Care UK homes are offered a range of day trips and organised activities in their surrounding areas. These outings are a great chance for residents to get out and about and enjoy activities, exercise and a change of scenery.

  • Charlwood, Gatwick - Gatwick Aviation Museum
  • Earlswood, Surrey - Earlswood Lakes
  • Tilgate, South-East Crawley - Tilgate Park 
  • Newchapel, Lingfield - British Wildlife Centre
  • Horley, Surrey - Archway Theatre
Trips and outings
Trips and outings
Trips and outings

FAQs

Amherst House offers expert care and daily activities in bright, safe and clean surroundings, and our onsite facilities include: cafe, garden, hair and beauty salon, cinema room, pub/ bar, library, shop, minibus for outings, local shops nearby and church services.

The CQC overall rating for Amherst House is "Good".

Amherst House offers residential care, dementia care, nursing care, nursing dementia care, respite care and end of life care for older people in Horley, Surrey.

Yes, you can find more Care UK homes in these locations:

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