Hanover House

Retirement housing
Court Approach, Castle Hill Avenue, Folkestone, Kent, CT20 2QX
Court Approach, Castle Hill Avenue, Folkestone, Kent, CT20 2QX

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Managed by
Anchor
We believe that later life is for living

Helping people enjoy later life is our passion. It has been for more than 60 years. And today, in an ageing society, our housing, care and support is needed more than ever.

Manager's Description

"Due to high demand, there is currently a waiting list for this estate. In line with our policy to maximise occupancy, we are giving priority to couples. You may wish to refine your search criteria and..." Show more "Due to high demand, there is currently a waiting list for this estate. In line with our policy to maximise occupancy, we are giving priority to couples. You may wish to refine your search criteria and explore other available properties. Feel free to bookmark this page to stay updated on the waiting list status.

Located in the heart of Folkestone, Hanover House offers 33 well-appointed apartments. Residents have access to a range of facilities, including an IT suite/library, site-wide WiFi, a hairdressing salon, communal lounge, and a guest room.

An on-site manager is available to maintain the buildings and gardens, as well as to help residents connect with additional support services. A variety of social activities are also organised within the residential community.

A selection of local shops, including a convenience store and pharmacy, is situated within a mile of the property." Show less

Main Facts

Retirement housing
Tenure(s): Rent (social landlord)
33 flats. Built in 1989. Sizes 1 bedroom, 3 bedroom.
Visiting management staff (8.30-3.30 Mon-Fri), Non-resident management staff and Careline alarm service
Lift, Lounge, Laundry, Guest facilities, Garden, Activities room, Hairdressing salon, Library
Access to site fairly easy, but less so for less mobile people. Distances: bus stop 200 yards; shop 500 yards; post office 1 mile(s); town centre 1 mile(s); GP 500 yards; social centre 4 mile(s).
Regular Social activities include: bingo, presentations, guest speakers, organised by Estate manager. New residents accepted from 60 years of age. Both cats & dogs generally accepted (subject to prior approval and conditions).
Housing Authority: Folkestone & Hythe
Social Care Authority: Kent

Info updated: 24/06/2025
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Availability

Many council and housing association lettings in this area are made through a common registration and allocation system called Kent Homechoice. See how to get started at: https://www.kenthomechoice.org.uk/

Comments made in nominations for the EAC National Housing for Older People Awards

"This is the best place I've lived in. They look after me and they are very friendly."
Made by a resident in 2019

"Hanover House is brilliant. The Manager, Claire Lukehurst-Smith is also very helpful and pleasant. the standard of the building is incredible and I ..." Show more
"Hanover House is brilliant. The Manager, Claire Lukehurst-Smith is also very helpful and pleasant. the standard of the building is incredible and I love living here." Show less

Made by a resident in 2019
Managed by
Anchor
We believe that later life is for living

Helping people enjoy later life is our passion. It has been for more than 60 years. And today, in an ageing society, our housing, care and support is needed more than ever.

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