Mindenhurst Care Centre

Surrey Heath Borough Council has unanimously approved planning permission for the state-of-the-art Mindenhurst Care Centre.

Designed by the renowned architects Pollard Thomas Edwards, the new centre will span over three acres on the northern edge of the Mindenhurst woodland and is scheduled to break ground in 2025. This development will add to CHD Living’s portfolio as the 15th care facility and will serve as a dedicated space for specialised care, with 70 care bedrooms and 20 post-operative care suites. These spaces, nestled among pine trees, will cater to individuals with complex care needs, including older adults, dementia patients, and those requiring rehabilitation following physical trauma or surgery.

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.”

The development features four residential wings arranged around three open-sided courtyard gardens, providing residents with private terraces and communal spaces that capture the essence of Surrey’s natural beauty. In addition, the care centre will offer an array of amenities, including a gym, hydrotherapy pool, cinema, salon, and bistro, all in line with CHD Living’s ‘home away from home’ ethos.

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.”

Beyond its design and resident-focused features, Mindenhurst Care Centre demonstrates CHD Living’s commitment to environmental stewardship, aiming to achieve a BREEAM rating of ‘Very Good’. The centre will incorporate advanced sustainability practices, including high-efficiency insulation, heat pump-driven systems, and a roof-mounted photovoltaic array.

Reflecting on the approval, Councillor David Whitcroft commented, “We have been in discussions with CHD Living and Pollard Thomas Edwards for many years on this project, and it’s rewarding to see it come to fruition in such a thoughtful way. It would have been all too easy for a developer to come in, clear the land, and maximise the number of rooms, but instead, what we have is a facility that fully embraces and enhances its natural surroundings. This building is designed to provide residents with an unparalleled sense of peace and tranquillity, and I believe it will be something the local community can genuinely take pride in. Mindenhurst Care Centre takes full advantage of its unique location, offering residents an ideal space to spend their later years surrounded by nature. I am confident that this development will be a positive addition to Deepcut, both for its residents and the wider community, setting a high standard for care and design in Surrey.”

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.”