Home Visits Across Lymington
Home Physiotherapy & OT in Lymington
Looking for home physiotherapy in Lymington? We provide private physiotherapy and occupational therapy home visits across this historic sailing town and the surrounding New Forest villages, including Sway, Pennington, Boldre, and Milford-on-Sea. We work closely with discharge teams at Lymington New Forest Hospital and Southampton General to support your safe recovery at home.
From £60 per session
Initial assessment £120
Short notice appointments
No GP referral needed
HCPC-registered & DBS-checked
Avg. 21+ years experience
SO41 & surrounding areas
First 5 miles travel free
Free, no-obligation advice
5★
Google Rating
Senior
Clinicians Only
21+
Years Avg. Experience
Short
Wait Times
5 mi
Free Travel
"We have had exceptional support from Seena and Naomi caring for our 90 year old Dad. The weekly sessions have enabled Dad to stay in his own home and be independent. Recently following a fall the team rallied around and got additional support from Rapid Response to which we are amazed and thankful. Highly recommended every step of the way. Thank you to you all."
— Carol Rouse
Google Review
Why Choose Home Visits in Lymington?
Lymington is a charming Georgian market town with cobbled streets, a bustling quayside, and strong community ties. While the town has excellent local amenities, navigating its historic centre can be challenging after surgery or when mobility is limited. Our home visit service brings expert rehabilitation to your door, helping you regain the confidence to enjoy all that Lymington has to offer.
Treatment in Your Environment
We assess and treat you in your own home — practising on your stairs, using your furniture, and identifying real hazards in your living space.
Hospital Discharge Support
We work closely with Lymington New Forest Hospital and Southampton General to ensure a smooth transition home with continuity of care.
Consistent Care
You'll typically see the same therapist each visit, building a relationship and ensuring continuity of care — unlike busy hospital services.
Our Services in Lymington
We offer both physiotherapy and occupational therapy home visits. Common reasons people in Lymington contact us:
Home Physiotherapy
Your Lymington Therapists
Meet some of the dedicated therapists who provide home visits in the Lymington area. View all team members.
Helena Drummond
Senior Physiotherapist
Physiotherapy
Jo Hardcastle
Senior Physiotherapist
Physiotherapy
Libby Jarman
Senior Physiotherapist
Physiotherapy
Anna Sharland
Senior Occupational Therapist
Occupational Therapy
Sarah Grisenthwaite
Senior Physiotherapist
Physiotherapy
Sarah Johnson
Senior Occupational Therapist
Occupational TherapyLymington's older profile — and why home visits fit it
This stretch of the New Forest coast is one of the oldest-skewing parts of Hampshire. The wider district has a median age of 51 — among the highest in the South East — and in Lymington and Pennington roughly a third of residents are aged 65 or over, well above the England average of under one in five.
Getting to repeated appointments is a real consideration here. Lymington sits at the end of a coastal peninsula and a single branch railway line, and for an older adult who no longer drives, reaching the acute hospital in Southampton can mean a multi-leg journey by train and bus. Community transport schemes help, but the travel itself can be tiring after illness, surgery or a fall.
For many older residents here, having a physiotherapist or occupational therapist come to the door removes that journey entirely — and lets us see how you really manage on your own stairs, in your own bathroom, and out to your own front gate.
51
Median age across the New Forest (Census 2021)
~1 in 3
Lymington residents aged 65 or over
~1 in 10
Lymington residents aged 80 or over
18.4%
England average aged 65 or over
Sources: ONS Census 2021 — New Forest district median age and England 65+ comparator; Lymington & Pennington parish age profile (rounded to the nearest ratio). Local transport context: Community First New Forest.
After a stay at Lymington New Forest Hospital or Southampton General
Most people in Lymington who need hospital care are treated at Southampton General Hospital, run by University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust — the area's acute and emergency site. Closer to home, Lymington New Forest Hospital provides community and rehabilitation care, including the Deerleap stroke and general rehabilitation ward and an Urgent Treatment Centre, so some recovery may begin on a rehabilitation bed here before you return home.
Once you are home, NHS community rehabilitation and reablement follow the same district-wide pathway. We set out who provides it, and how long it usually runs, on our New Forest pathway page.
When that time-limited support comes to an end, we continue in your own home for as long as it is useful — at your own pace, with the same therapist each visit, and working alongside any NHS or council care already in place. Whether you're rebuilding after a stroke or simply want to keep making progress, our guide on returning home after a stroke or fall is a good place to start.
Talk to a senior therapistOur Lymington Service Area
We provide home visits throughout Lymington and the surrounding New Forest villages, including Sway, Pennington, Boldre, Pilley, Milford-on-Sea, Everton, and Hordle. Our service covers all SO41 postcodes and nearby areas.
We also cover neighbouring areas including New Milton, Brockenhurst, and the wider New Forest. If you're unsure whether we cover your address, please get in touch — we can usually confirm straight away.
The first 5 miles of travel from your therapist's base are free. Beyond that, travel is charged at £2 per mile. Our Lymington therapists are local, so most visits in the area have minimal or no travel fees.
Book Your Home Visit
Call us to speak with a senior therapist. We'll listen to your situation, answer your questions, and match you with the right therapist.
01425 490151Mon-Sun, 8am-8pm
Helpful Local Resources
Community & Social Support
- Lymington Community Centre — Accessible activities and seated classes for maintaining mobility.
- Age Concern Hampshire (Lymington area) — Independent local charity; information, advice, day care and dementia support for older people.
- Hope New Forest — Practical help, support groups, and community projects.
Health & Specialist Support
- Oakhaven Hospice — Compassionate palliative care; we often work alongside their community teams.
- Lymington Dementia Action Group — Making Lymington dementia-friendly.
- Parkinson's New Forest — Local support group; complements our specialist neuro-physiotherapy.
Supporting Lymington Care Homes
We visit residents in care homes across Lymington to provide consistent, private rehabilitation that complements their existing care plan. We are regular visitors to local homes including Belmore Lodge, Court Lodge, and Sway Place.
Learn About Our Care Home ServicesLymington Home Visit Pricing
Home visits from £60. Clear, transparent pricing with no hidden fees. The first 5 miles of travel are free.
£120
Initial Assessment
60-90 minutes
£60
30-min Follow-up
£90
45-min Follow-up
£120
60-min Follow-up
FAQs About Our Lymington Service
Do you visit homes in Sway and Milford-on-Sea?
Yes, our physiotherapists and occupational therapists provide home visits throughout Lymington and all surrounding villages, including Sway, Pennington, Boldre, Milford-on-Sea, Everton, and Hordle.
Can you help with recovery after a stay at Lymington New Forest Hospital?
Absolutely. We work closely with discharge teams at Lymington Hospital and Southampton General. We specialise in creating tailored programmes to help you regain strength and confidence safely at home.
How quickly can you visit me in Lymington?
We aim to offer appointments within 24–48 hours to patients in Lymington, Pennington, and Sway — often much faster than NHS waiting lists. This is especially important if you’ve recently been discharged from hospital.
Do I need a GP referral?
No, you can book directly without a GP referral. We’re happy to liaise with your GP, Lymington surgeries, or hospital consultant if needed to ensure coordinated care.
How much does a home visit in Lymington cost?
Initial assessments are £120 (up to 60 minutes) and include a thorough evaluation plus a written treatment plan. Follow-up sessions start from £60. Most Lymington patients pay no travel fee. View our full price list.
Need Home Physio or OT in Lymington?
Call us to discuss your needs, or click below to arrange your visit. Let us bring expert care to your home — start your recovery today.