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Care homes in Kington offering care for adults under 65
3 of the 4 care homes in Kington offer care for adults under 65 and 155 registered beds, from 2 providers. Rotherwood Healthcare (Lynhales Hall) Limited has the most, at 2. CQC has rated 3 of them, and 67% are Good or Outstanding, against 82% for care for adults under 65 across England. We estimate typical fees in Kington at about £1,540 for nursing careestimated. 1 care home was last rated over four years ago. The most recent rating was The Garth Care Home with Nursing, rated Good on 13 August 2026.
CQC register data as of 27 October 2026 · Open Government Licence
Key points
- Latest CQC rating changes in Herefordshire, County of, checked daily.
- CQC rates 2 of the 3 care homes with a rating as Good or Outstanding, and 1 is rated below Good.
- A care needs assessment from Herefordshire, County of council is free, and your savings do not affect it.
- 3 are registered with CQC to support people with dementia; 3 have nursing care.
Cite this: The Care Panel, "Care homes in Kington offering care for adults under 65", analysis of the CQC register, Oct 2026.
- 3care homes on the CQC register
- 67%of those rated are Good or Outstanding
- 3are registered for dementia
- 1inspected or rated since October 2024
Who offers care for adults under 65 in Kington
Ranked by CQC rating and how recent it is, then distance. How we order providers
- All 4
- Dementia care · 3
- Elderly care · 3
- Nursing care · 3
- Physical disability care · 3
- Sensory impairment care · 3
- Care for adults under 65 · 3
| # | Care home | Overall rating | Last rated | Registered beds | Nursing |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | The Garth Care Home with Nursing | Aug 2026 | 34 | Yes | |
| 2 | Lynhales Hall Nursing Home | Aug 2024 | 73 | Yes | |
| 3 | Kington Court Nursing Home | Aug 2021 | 48 | Yes |
All care homes in Kington with a CQC registration for care for adults under 65. Order: rating, then how recent it is.
How care for adults under 65 in Kington compares
3 of the 4 care homes in Kington are registered with CQC for care for adults under 65 (75%). Of those rated, 67% are Good or Outstanding: 8 points below the 75% for every care home here, and below the England figure of 82% for care for adults under 65.
The Garth Care Home with Nursing and Lynhales Hall Nursing Home lead the list for care for adults under 65. Ratings run from August 2021 to August 2026, and 1 is from the last two years. Between them they have 155 registered beds, with nursing care at 3 of them.
Herefordshire, County of as a whole has 57 care homes registered for care for adults under 65; 81% of the rated ones are Good or Outstanding. Across Herefordshire, County of, 67% of care homes are registered for care for adults under 65, against 75% here.
In the West Midlands, residential care typically costs about £1,295 a week and nursing care about £1,520. Specialist care may cost more, so check prices with each home. How these costs are worked out.
What care for adults under 65 involves
Under-65s living with a disability, a long-term health condition or mental ill health need support that fits their stage of life. The best services organise care around jobs, studying, family and independence, not around routines built for older people.
What to ask about care for adults under 65
- How are health appointments supported?
- Can support fit around the person's own schedule?
- How do you plan for more independence over time?
- How is the person involved in reviewing their support?
- How do you match staff to the person?
Helpline: Disability Rights UK, 0330 995 0400. Herefordshire, County of: care needs assessment.
Care for adults under 65 in nearby towns
| Town | Distance | Care homes | Good or Outstanding |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kington | – | 3 | 2 |
| Hereford | 16.7 mi | 21 | 13 |
| Ludlow | 17.6 mi | 5 | 3 |
| Bromyard | 21.9 mi | 6 | 6 |
| Ross-on-Wye | 27.6 mi | 7 | 4 |
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Common questions about care for adults under 65 in Kington
How many care homes in Kington offer care for adults under 65?
Care for adults under 65 is offered by 3 of the 4 registered care homes in Kington (CQC register, Oct 2026). Top-rated names here include The Garth Care Home with Nursing and Lynhales Hall Nursing Home.
How does CQC rate care homes in Kington?
2 (67%) are rated Good or Outstanding, out of 3 with a rating; 1 is Requires improvement or Inadequate.
What does a care home cost in Kington?
Self-funder fees in West Midlands: 2026 averages: residential care home £1,295 a week; nursing home £1,520 a week. Averages hide a wide range: fees depend on the room, the level of care and whether nursing is needed. Councils usually pay less than self-funders for the same room. Source: The Care Panel regional fee benchmarks, October 2026 (how we estimate). Read the full cost guide.
Does Herefordshire, County of council fund a care home?
It can. Start with the needs assessment, which Herefordshire, County of council must offer free (Care Act 2014). England's upper capital limit is £23,250; the value of a home normally counts towards a care home means test, except where a partner or some relatives still occupy it, and not for the first 12 weeks of a permanent stay. Towards nursing costs, the NHS pays NHS-funded nursing care for residents who qualify. Getting in touch with Herefordshire, County of council.
How do I choose between care homes in Kington?
Read the most recent CQC report and check its date. Here, 1 of 3 was inspected or rated within the last two years. Older reports: 2. Before signing, ask about staff continuity, how they handle missed care and the full price. A checklist to help.
Are there more care for adults under 65 in towns near Kington?
In Kington there are 3, 2 rated Good or Outstanding. The closest towns on our site are Leominster (12.3 miles): 2, 2 rated Good or Outstanding; Hereford (16.7 miles): 21, 13 rated Good or Outstanding; Ludlow (17.6 miles): 5, 3 rated Good or Outstanding.
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Source for provider details: CQC, Oct 2026 (Open Government Licence v3.0). The Care Panel is a comparison site, not a care company.