Mindenhurst Care Centre designed by Pollard Thomas Edwards for CHD Living has been granted planning permission by Surrey Heath Borough Council.

This striking new care centre, spanning over 3 acres, will be located within the northern edge of woodland of Mindenhurst, a new neighbourhood in Deepcut, Surrey, and the former Ministry of Defence (MoD) Princess Royal Barracks.

The care centre will provide high quality specialised, round-the-clock care for older people, including those living with dementia, as well as individuals who have suffered physical trauma and require post-operative convalescent care.

Nestled amongst pine trees, the proposal comprises four residential wings, connected by two glazed communal pavilions and accessed via a central barn. These wings, or ‘households’, are arranged around three open-sided courtyard gardens, which are accessible via communal spaces and private terraces and offer views out to the surrounding landscape. In total, the new development provides 70 care bedrooms and 20 post-operative care suites. It also plays host to a number of amenities including a gym, hydro-pool, cinema, salon, and bistro.

Centrally located staff and service areas ensure the building works efficiently and reduces travel time for staff, which can be critical in a building of this nature. The central barn, containing the entrance and communal living areas for all residents, serves as a public face for the building, while a north-south ‘cloister’ around the western courtyard connects all the living spaces with the courtyards.

Set to open in 2027, the care centre will be surrounded by a range of new facilities as part of the masterplan for Mindenhurst, being delivered by Skanska, that includes 1,200 new homes, a new primary school, nursery, sports pitches and a village pub.

The development received high praise from multiple councillors, including Councillor David Whitcroft, who said, ‘The scheme takes full advantage of its location and is going to provide the residents of the care home with a huge amount of tranquillity and peace.’ The case officer also commended the project as ‘a demonstration of design excellence and a valuable addition to the Mindenhurst site.’

Shaleeza Hasham, CHD Living’s Commercial Director, shared her excitement over the approval, stating: ‘We’re absolutely delighted with the council’s decision, which allows us to bring Mindenhurst Care Centre to life. This project represents our commitment to raising the standard of care within Surrey, and we’re incredibly grateful for the support we’ve received from the local community and the council throughout this process. This is not just a building – it’s a vision for compassionate, forward-thinking care, and we look forward to providing a space where residents can feel truly at home.’

Liakat Hasham, Co-Founder and CEO of CHD Living, added, ‘Securing planning permission for the Mindenhurst Care Centre is a proud milestone for us. This facility represents our long-standing commitment to innovative, high-quality care that meets the unique needs of each individual. We are deeply invested in Surrey’s future, and we are eager to contribute to this exciting new neighbourhood. Mindenhurst will be a place where residents and team members alike can feel valued and connected, and we’re grateful to Surrey Heath Borough Council for helping make this vision a reality.’

Stephen Morris, Later Living partner at Pollard Thomas Edwards said, ‘We are delighted to be working with CHD Living to develop their vision for Mindenhurst Care Centre, drawing upon our extensive experience in sustainable Later Living design and placemaking to create an inviting residential care exemplar.’