The Royal Masonic Benevolent Institution Care Company

What The Royal Masonic Benevolent Institution Care Company does

The Royal Masonic Benevolent Institution Care Company (RMBI Care Co.) is a UK registered charity (No. 1163245) and private company (No. 1293566) operating a network of 16 care homes across England and Wales, providing residential care, 24-hour nursing care, and specialist residential dementia support. The organisation traces its origins to 1842, when the Freemasons' Hall first established the Royal Masonic Benevolent Institution, and in 2016 was consolidated into the Masonic Charitable Foundation (MCF), of which it remains a wholly-owned subsidiary. Each of its named care homes (Cadogan Court, Prince George Duke of Kent Court, James Terry Court, Albert Edward Prince of Wales Court, and others) typically supports 70–76 residents, with dementia "Houses" within homes featuring assistive technology (tablets for reminiscence, VR, SMART TV, adaptive lighting), Namaste holistic care, sensory gardens, and on-site amenities. The combined estate runs 958 beds with approximately 1,000 residents served by around 1,500 staff, generating annual turnover of £54M (FY ending March 2026).

RMBI Care Co. earns revenue through three primary channels: private self-funder care fees (61.8% of FY2024/25 placements), local-authority funded placements without top-up fees, and NHS Continuing Healthcare non-means-tested funding. Capital structure includes £6.25% Sustainable Bonds due 2029 issued via RCB Bonds PLC in March 2023. Operational performance in FY2024/25 showed 95% occupancy (834 average placements), EBITDA of £3.1M (up 225% year-on-year), and a narrowed operating deficit of -£764k. All 17 regulated homes were rated Good, Outstanding, or Fully Compliant by CQC/CIW.

In February 2026, the Board announced the sale of 15 of its 16 care homes and a full exit from the residential care sector, with Christie & Co managing the process and proceeds earmarked to prepay the 2029 Sustainable Bonds. A new-build scheme at Cornwallis Court (Bury St Edmunds, 64 beds) is progressing in parallel and is scheduled to complete in 2026. The organisation is governed by a Board of Trustees (chaired by John Boyington CBE) with day-to-day leadership under interim Managing Director Debra Keeling following Mark Lloyd's retirement in June 2025.

Name

The Royal Masonic Benevolent Institution Care Company

Legal name

The Royal Masonic Benevolent Institution Care Company

Website

https://rmbi.org.uk

Company type

Private

Founded year

1842

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

RMBI Care Co. is a UK registered charity operating 16 care homes across England and Wales, providing residential, nursing, and dementia care to approximately 1,000 elderly residents, with priority access for Freemasons and their families.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Elderly Residential Care Services

NAICS

Continuing Care Retirement Communities and Assisted Living Facilities for the Elderly (62331), Continuing Care Retirement Communities (623311), Nursing Care Facilities (Skilled Nursing Facilities) (62311), Nursing and Residential Care Facilities (623), Services for the Elderly and Persons with Disabilities (624120)

SIC

Services-Nursing & Personal Care Facilities (8050), Services-Skilled Nursing Care Facilities (8051), Services-Social Services (8300)

akta.pro primary industry

Faith-Based / Nonprofit Assisted Living Providers (HLADABAH)

akta.pro secondary industries

Nonprofit / Faith-Based CCRCs (HLADAEAC), Long-Term Care Nursing Homes (Custodial LTC) (HLADADAB), Elder Services & Aging Support (BPAGAEAF)

Keywords

• Residential care services
• Nursing care homes
• Dementia care support
• Elderly care homes
• Respite care

Headquarters

HQ city

London

HQ country

United Kingdom

HQ region

Europe

Offices5 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Care Fees - Self-Funded Residents: Private pay residents fund their own care fees directly. The organization serves Masonic and non-Masonic self-funders. Fees cover accommodation, meals and care, and may change as needs evolve.
2. Local Authority Funded Care: Residents whose care is funded by local authorities following means testing. The organization does not charge top-up fees for locally funded residents.
3. NHS Continuing Healthcare: Non-means tested NHS funding for individuals with significant ongoing healthcare needs outside hospital settings. The NHS pays Funded Nursing Care contributions directly to the care home.
4. Retail Charity Bonds: The organization issued £6.25% Sustainable Bonds due 2029 through RCB Bonds PLC in March 2023, with bondholders receiving 15-30 days notice prior to any redemption date.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

The Royal Masonic Benevolent Institution Care Company operates a network of care homes across England and Wales providing residential care, nursing care, residential dementia support, respite care, and palliative/end-of-life care for older people, with priority access for Freemasons and their families. Care homes are staffed 24 hours a day by registered nurses and care teams, with weekly fees covering accommodation, meals and personal care, accepting self-funders, local-authority funded residents (without top-up fees) and NHS Continuing Healthcare placements.

Product overview

RMBI Care Co. operates a portfolio of 16 care homes across England and Wales providing residential care, nursing care, and residential dementia support services. The offering is structured as a network of care homes (sub-brands named after royal patrons), each offering permanent care and short-stay respite breaks. Core service lines include personal care, 24-hour nursing care, and specialist dementia support houses featuring assistive technologies and sensory environments. Additional services include end-of-life/palliative care and referrals for Continuing Health Care funding.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Residential Care Personal care services including dressing, washing, meals, medication management and activities for residents who need support with daily living.
• Nursing Care Personal care, assistance and nursing intervention for those assessed to require a Registered Nurse 24 hours a day, including clinical procedures and specialist care.
• Residential Dementia Support Specialist residential dementia care for residents living with dementia, featuring sensory gardens, assistive technology, dementia-friendly signage, and the Namaste holistic approach.
• Respite Care Short stay breaks offering temporary care for individuals with minimum stays of 1-2 weeks depending on the care home, allowing families to take a break from caregiving responsibilities.
• Palliative / End of Life Care End of life care services with some homes featuring an End of Life charter incorporating the Namaste holistic approach to care and support.
• Cadogan Court Care Home Care home in Exeter providing residential care, nursing and residential dementia support for up to 70 residents, featuring an inner courtyard with patios, Dementia House with assistive technology, and an on-site Cadogan Arms pub.
• Prince George Duke of Kent Court Care Home Care home in Chislehurst, Kent providing residential care, nursing and residential dementia support for up to 73 residents, featuring a dementia house with Yeti tablets, iPads, beauty salon, putting green, and Namaste care approach.
• James Terry Court Care Home Care home in South Croydon providing residential care, nursing and residential dementia support for up to 76 residents, featuring sensory garden, sensory room, Virtual Reality technology, roof garden, and dementia-friendly signage.
• Albert Edward Prince of Wales Court Care Home Care home in Porthcawl, Bridgend providing residential care, nursing and dementia support for up to 76 residents, featuring landscaped gardens, sensory dementia garden, interactive table with games, and Welsh-speaking staff.
• Cornwallis Court New Build (Bury St Edmunds) New-build RMBI nursing and dementia care home under development in Bury St Edmunds, first phase of which will support up to 64 people from 2026.

Quantifiable outcome

• 95% occupancy achieved with average of 834 placements
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers2 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration3 records

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Eight partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Masonic Charitable Foundation (MCF)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerParent charity of RMBI Care Co. MCF was formed in 2016 by combining four Masonic charities. RMBI Care Co. operates as an independent charity but is part of the MCF group. MCF supports the charity's mission and sustainability objectives.
• Christie & CominorOthersReal estate advisor managing the sale process of RMBI Care Co.'s portfolio of 15 care homes across England and Wales.
• Association of FriendscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerIndependent volunteer organizations that support each care home, befriending residents, organizing events, fundraising for activities, and providing additional services and facilities for residents.
• Local Masonic LodgesminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerLocal Masonic lodges support care homes through fundraising, volunteer activities, and community engagement. They work with Association of Friends groups.
• Local Authorities (Social Services)coreOthersLocal councils fund care placements for eligible residents following means testing. RMBI Care Co. accepts local authority funded residents without charging top-up fees.
• NHScoreOthersNHS provides Continuing Healthcare funding for individuals with significant ongoing health care needs. Also provides Funded Nursing Care contributions directly to care homes.
• ArcominorOthersSafety equipment supplier listed as partner on website footer.
• Carehome.co.ukminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorCare home directory and review platform where RMBI Care Co. is listed with ratings and reviews.

Scale indicators9 records

Recent moves9 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Direct peers

• Methodist Homes (MHA): One of the largest charitable providers of care for older people in the UK, offering residential, nursing, and dementia care across England, Wales, and Scotland. Directly comparable as a faith-based, nonprofit care home operator of similar scale and demographic focus.
• Anchor Hanover: Major English nonprofit provider of housing and care for older people, including residential and dementia services. Comparable as a large charitable operating in the same segment and competing for the same local-authority and self-funder demand.
• Greensleeves Care: Charitable operator of around 25 care homes across England delivering residential, nursing, and dementia support. Closely comparable on nonprofit structure, service mix, and CQC-rated operating model.
• Jewish Care: Faith-based charitable provider of care and community services for older Jewish people, including residential and dementia care homes. Comparable as a faith-affiliated, nonprofit residential care operator with a community-led demand base.
• Nightingale Hammerson: London-based Jewish charitable care home operator providing residential, nursing, and dementia care. Closely comparable on faith-affiliated nonprofit model, London footprint, and specialism in higher-acuity elderly care.
• Royal Alfred Seafarers' Society: Specialist charitable care home operator serving retired seafarers, with residential and nursing care on a single Banstead site. Comparable as a small, single-affinity charity running CQC-regulated residential and nursing homes.
• Order of St John Care Trust: Charitable care provider operating a substantial portfolio of residential, nursing, and dementia homes across multiple English regions. Comparable as a faith-rooted nonprofit operating a multi-home CQC-regulated portfolio at similar scale to RMBI Care Co.

Broad incumbents

• Barchester Healthcare: One of the UK's largest private for-profit care home groups, operating several hundred residential and nursing homes. Comparable as a portfolio-scale operator competing in the same self-funder and dementia segments but on a for-profit, non-charitable basis.
• HC-One: Largest UK care home operator by home count, providing residential, nursing, and dementia care with significant local-authority exposure. Comparable as a portfolio operator across England, Wales, and Scotland, though predominantly private-equity-owned and locally funded.
• Care UK: Large for-profit operator of around 150 care homes delivering residential, nursing, and dementia care. Comparable on scale and service mix, with similar local-authority and self-pay mix considerations.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks7 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/thermbi
• Facebookfacebook.com/thermbi
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/rmbi-care-co

Compliance10 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles21 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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