Accessible Gardens at Ullswater in Crawley, West Sussex
At Ullswater Cottage, our accessible gardens are more than outdoor areas; they are peaceful, inclusive spaces designed to support wellbeing, dignity, and connection. Thoughtfully created for residents with neurological needs, the gardens offer a safe and calming environment where residents and their families can relax, enjoy nature, or spend meaningful time together.
If you’d like to explore our gardens for yourself, book a visit today. We’d be delighted to show you around.
Safe, Accessible & Enjoyable Outdoor Spaces for All Residents
Our gardens at Ullswater Cottage are thoughtfully designed to support residents with neurological needs, offering a calming and inclusive space where everyone can enjoy fresh air, movement, and nature at their own pace.
Key features include:
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Level, wheelchair-friendly pathways throughout the gardens.
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Safe, supportive seating areas for rest and relaxation.
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Gentle landscaping with raised flower beds and sensory planting.
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Shaded spots and open sunshine areas to suit comfort preferences.
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Clear, accessible routes from the home to outdoor patios and garden zones.
CQC‑Rated Specialist Neurological Care in West Sussex
At Ullswater Cottage Care Centre, we are proud to provide specialist care to individuals living with complex neurological conditions in Crawley and across West Sussex. Our centre is regularly inspected and holds a consistent ‘Good’ rating from the Care Quality Commission (CQC), reflecting our commitment to safe, respectful, and high-quality care.
CQC ensures providers meet essential standards of quality and compliance. Choosing a CQC-rated service like ours means you can be confident your loved one is in trusted hands.
Discover what a ‘Good’ rating means and why so many families choose Ullswater for expert, person-centred care.
Life in the Garden: Fresh Air, Relaxation & Gentle Activity
Our accessible gardens are an important part of daily life at Ullswater Cottage, offering residents a peaceful and uplifting outdoor environment. They provide space for relaxation, light activity, and meaningful moments spent in nature.
Morning fresh-air strolls: a calm way to start the day along our safe, level pathways.
Garden seating & quiet chats: perfect for conversation, reading, or simply listening to the birds.
Light gardening activities: such as watering plants, tending raised beds, or enjoying seasonal blooms.
Outdoor tea, music or family time: when the weather is kind, residents enjoy gentle entertainment or visits outside.
Seasonal celebrations & nature-based activities: from spring planting to festive outdoor events
Why Ullswater’s Accessible Gardens Stand Out
Specialist-aware garden design: Every area is created with sensory, mobility, and cognitive needs in mind, ensuring residents can enjoy nature safely and comfortably.
Seamless access from indoors: Level pathways and clear routes make it easy for residents to move between the home and the garden, encouraging fresh air and natural light throughout the day.
Supportive staff always nearby: Our care team and activity coordinators are close at hand to offer assistance, accompany residents outdoors, or help with light gardening and relaxation.
Flexible and inclusive use: The gardens support everything from quiet, reflective moments to small group activities, family time, and gentle exercise.
Connection with the wider community: Seasonal planting, nature-based activities, and occasional outdoor visits help enrich residents’ sense of purpose and connection.
Value of Accessible Gardens in Specialist Neurological Care
Reducing isolation and loneliness: Providing a peaceful environment where residents can spend time together, chat, or enjoy quiet companionship outdoors.
Supporting emotional and cognitive health: Fresh air, natural light, and sensory planting help boost mood, reduce stress, and stimulate the senses in a gentle and positive way.
Empowering choice and dignity: Residents choose when to go outside, how long to stay, and how they prefer to use the space, supporting autonomy and personal control.
Strengthening connection to nature: Time outdoors encourages grounding, relaxation, and a sense of calm that is especially beneficial for residents with neurological nee
Explore Our Accessible Gardens
Would you like to experience our calming, accessible gardens firsthand? We’d be delighted to show you around. Schedule a tour today or get in touch with us to arrange a visit.
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Life at Ullswater
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Live Entertainment & Activities
Live Entertainment & Activities
Learn MoreThanks to our dedicated activities coordinators, we enhance our nursing and respite care services with a varied activities programmes.
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Sensory Room
Sensory Room
Learn MoreAt the heart of our care centre is our sensory room. This space continuously supports the well-being of permanent and short-term residents.
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Dining
Dining
Learn MoreOur balance meals are considerably crafted by our team of qualified chefs, ensuring that the personal preferences, dietary requirements and personal nutrition plans are tailored to each resident.
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Accessible Landscaped Garden
Accessible Landscaped Garden
Learn MoreOur inclusive landscaped garden is designed with our residents in mind.
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En-Suite Bedrooms
En-Suite Bedrooms
Learn MoreEach of our 10 en-suite bedrooms have been thoughtfully designed to provide comfort, functionality and a sense of home to each resident.
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Communal Lounges
Communal Lounges
Learn MoreOur communal lounges are more than just a place to sit, they are a vital space for daily life for everyone to enjoy.
Our Testimonials
Set in peaceful countryside near Pease Pottage, Ullswater Cottage Care Centre provides specialist care for people living with long-term neurological conditions, including acquired brain injury.
Our woodland setting offers calm and comfort, while our small, close-knit team creates a family-like atmosphere where every resident is known, valued, and supported with dignity.
With a focus on person-centred care, we go beyond meeting medical needs. We help our residents enjoy meaningful relationships, independence, and a fulfilling daily life.
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Enjoy a collection of images showing our facilities and amenities at Ullswater Cottage in Crawley. We are proud of the care services we provide to residents at our exceptional care centre.
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Care Home Accessible Garden Facilities FAQs
Yes. The gardens feature level, wide pathways and smooth surfaces designed for wheelchairs, walkers, and other mobility aids, ensuring all residents can move around safely and comfortably.
Many residents can enjoy the gardens independently, depending on their mobility and care needs. Our care team is always nearby to offer assistance or accompany residents if they prefer additional support.
Residents can enjoy gentle walks, outdoor tea and conversation, light gardening, birdwatching, relaxation in shaded seating areas, and seasonal outdoor events when the weather allows.
Absolutely. The gardens are a wonderful place for family visits, offering a peaceful and private setting to spend time together in the fresh air.
The gardens include sensory planting, raised flower beds, varied textures, natural scents, and safe spots for listening to birds or enjoying sunlight. These features are chosen to support relaxation, stimulation, and emotional wellbeing, especially for residents with neurological needs.