Our Home

Finding the right care for someone you love isn’t easy, you want them close to family, looked after by people who genuinely care, in a place that feels like home. That’s exactly what we offer at Hartford Court.

We’re a residential and dementia care home in Portsmouth, also offering respite breaks and day care with expert, personalised support from a team who take the time to know each resident as a person, not just a room number.

Why families choose Hartford Court:


  • CQC rated Good — rated Good across all five areas

  • 64 private en-suite bedrooms — spacious, light-filled, with garden views

  • Specialist dementia care — calm, secure, with familiar routines

  • Respite and day care — flexible short stays when you need a break

  • Purpose-built in 2016 — modern facilities, recent investment throughout

  • Part of the Portsmouth community — regular outings, local links, never isolate

 

The décor blends traditional English style with nautical touches reflecting Portsmouth’s maritime heritage with warm, elegant surroundings that feel like home, not a hospital.

Residents enjoy outings to Southsea seafront, concerts at Portsmouth Guildhall, and trips to Gunwharf Quays. The Isle of Wight is just a ferry ride away for a special day out.

Life at our Home

"I am Amanda and I am the home manager here at Hartford Court. I have 11 years of experience working in care with 7 years as a Registered Manager. I’ve developed a deep commitment to delivering high-quality, compassionate, person-centred support. What excites me the most about joining Hartford Court is the opportunity to work within a team that shares my passion for empathy, dignity and continuous improvement. I’m motivated by creating warm, supportive environments where both residents and staff can thrive and I look forward to contributing my experience, leadership and enthusiasm to the Hartford Court community."

Our Facilities

Hartford Court has 64 en-suite bedrooms flooded with natural light, many overlooking our landscaped gardens. Residents can bring their own furniture, photos and belongings to personalise their room, their way. You'll find comfortable lounges where friends gather, dining rooms serving proper home-cooked meals, and lifestyle kitchens for a drink or a baking session. Outside, accessible gardens with patios and sun terraces give residents and families a peaceful spot to sit together. A hair and beauty salon keeps everyone feeling their best as well.

Dementia Care
Residential Care
Respite Breaks
Day Care
End of Life Care
En-suite bedrooms
24HR Care with call bell
Activity Room and Programme
Dining Room and Home Cooked Meals
WI-FI
Large landscaped gardens ideal for relaxing
Laundry service
Visitor Car parking
Quiet Area
Hair and beauty salon
Lifts
Family Room
Own furniture allowed
Lifestyle Kitchen
Terrace area

Things to do around Hartford Court Care Home

Around Hartford Court, there is a wide variety of places to see and activities in which to partake. We have close links with the local community including a book exchange with a local library, regular visits from a local nursery school, outings to South Parade Pier and Southsea seafront for tea dances and visits, concerts at Portsmouth Guildhall and church services. We also enjoy a close relationship with the University of Portsmouth and welcome visitors from across its departments. The busy Gunwharf Quays shopping and leisure complex is less than three miles away and The Isle of Wight can be easily reached by ferry for a day trip. Have a look around the map below to see some of the local hotspots.

Our dedicated team at Hartford Court Care Home

The team at Hartford Court are committed to providing care comfort and compassion to all our residents. We believe in supporting each resident to have a fulfilled, happy and contented life, where they will be in charge of their own destiny. Residents will be encouraged to take appropriate risks to enjoy their daily life. You are welcome to call in at any time to meet us.

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