Overview
Care Types
Amenities
Fees
Reviews & Ratings

The Old Downs Residential Care Centre offers residential care to the elderly and those with a diagnosis of Dementia. Situated in the pretty village of Hartley in Kent, the Home is a beautiful period building, featuring modern amenities whilst retaining many of its original characteristics.

The Old Downs has 41 bedrooms, a choice of pleasant lounges, a light and airy dining room, spacious conservatory and onsite hair and nail salon. The Home’s beautiful gardens and terraced areas are perfect for relaxing in, spotting local wildlife, or enjoying BBQs in the summer. The Home provides a range of regular activities for residents, from art and crafts and baking, to watching movies and sports. They also make the most of their minibus for getting out and about to local spots including Millbrook Garden Centre, Hall Place and Gravesend Promenade.

One of the first care providers to champion the importance of nutrition for the elderly and those with dementia, Nellsar employ a Nutrition and Wellness Manager for their Homes. The Old Downs acknowledges that nutrition and hydration are an integral part of good health and well-being, delivering well-balanced, nutritious meals and snacks to residents every day. All residents are offered a choice of food, to ensure all types of preferences and diets are catered for. The Home is staffed by a dedicated and highly skilled team of Carers and also benefits from a well-being team of fully-qualified holistic therapists who use nurturing touch, complementary therapies and relaxing treatments to improve residents’ quality of life and sense of well-being.



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Care Types

Care Type(s)
  • Day Care
  • Respite Care
  • Care Home
Specialisms/Services
  • Older People (65+)
  • Palliative Care
  • Dementia

Features & Amenities

Room Information
  • Phone point
  • TV point
  • Own furniture
  • Own decoration and personal belongings
Facilities within the home
  • Private garden
  • Quiet areas/lounges
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair access to all floors
Meal Times
  • Varied choice of menu
  • Meals freshly prepared in the home
  • Snacks available at any time
  • Vegetarian menu
  • Special diets catered for
  • Meals can be taken in own room
  • Residents can assist in planning meals
Activities
  • Regular daily activities
  • Entertainment programme
  • Outings
Other useful information about the home
  • Pet friendly

Reviews & Ratings

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Overall

Good

  • CaringGood
  • EffectiveGood
  • ResponsiveGood
  • SafeGood
  • Well-ledGood
Last CQC report update July 29, 2024 • Listing updated July 20, 2026


Frequently Asked Questions

What type of care does The Old Downs Residential Care Centre in Dartford offer?

The Old Downs Residential Care Centre offers , and care.


Can you tell me how many rooms The Old Downs Residential Care Centre in Dartford has?

The Old Downs Residential Care Centre has 41 rooms.


How much does it cost to stay at The Old Downs Residential Care Centre?

Please contact The Old Downs Residential Care Centre directly for information on costs.


How can I contact the staff at The Old Downs Residential Care Centre?

You can contact the staff at The Old Downs Residential Care Centre by telephone. Our contact number is (01474) 702146


What is this providers CQC rating?

The Old Downs Residential Care Centre has a Good CQC rating.


What is the distance from The Old Downs Residential Care Centre to the centre of Dartford?

The Old Downs Residential Care Centre is approximatly 5.28 miles from the centre of Dartford, Kent. View on Google Maps


Are there any facilities or services available at The Old Downs Residential Care Centre?

The Old Downs Residential Care Centre has the following facilites; Private garden, Quiet areas/lounges.


Are any activities or social events organised by or for residents at The Old Downs Residential Care Centre?

Activities at The Old Downs Residential Care Centre include; Regular daily activities, Entertainment programme, Outings.