About The Clavadel
The Clavadel is Surrey’s premier rehabilitation centre. Widely admired by healthcare professionals for its exceptionally high standards, it has successfully treated thousands of patients since opening its doors in 2014.
Boasting state-of-the-art technology - housed in what many have compared to a well-appointed hotel - it is the brainchild of Managing Director, Charles Geoghegan who recognised the need for ready access to such a facility in the UK and set about creating a new concept in pre- and post-operative care.
But the story didn’t end there. Building on strong foundations, The Clavadel has established its place as an industry leader by pursuing a policy of regular reappraisal and enhancement to ensure ‘the three Rs’ of Recuperation, Rehabilitation and Recovery remain constant watchwords.
As a result, exciting plans lie ahead. But meanwhile, it continues to do what it does best: utilise a wealth of experience and expertise to support the clinically vulnerable on their journey back to optimum health.
Meet The Team
Charlie Geoghegan - Director
Charles Geoghegan graduated from South Bank University in 1998, having successfully completed a BA in Hotel Management. On leaving university he embarked on a career in hospitality with notable success before taking a change in direction to link up with newly formed care provider Sanctuary Care where he was instrumental in establishing their first facility, now one of the major care groups in the country. He later joined ANS, a major corporate concern with a portfolio of 50 homes that would eventually be acquired by BUPA.
Such a decisive move into the caring professions was no surprise, however, as the Geoghegan family were already operating two well-established care facilities for the elderly in Surrey. Charles subsequently joined the family business in 2000 on a full-time basis with management responsibilities for The Old Hall and latterly The Old Rectory, but in 2010 a business trip to Holland and Germany – then world leaders in the use of hydrotherapy in post-operative rehabilitation – would prove pivotal.
In 2014, realising the urgent need for a new approach to post-acute care in the UK, Charles Geoghegan drew on his formative knowledge of the hotel industry to launch The Clavadel. By providing the general public with ready access to cutting-edge treatments within a relaxed, country club-like environment, he created a model that has elicited both the admiration of healthcare professionals and the gratitude of its patients alike.
But he refuses to rest on his laurels. While still retaining an overarching interest in all the facilities within The Geoghegan Group, he is already making plans for the future – something to be keenly anticipated, if past achievements are anything to go by.
Emma Allcott - Head Of Nursing & Operations
Emma Allcott embodies the qualities of a dedicated healthcare professional, qualifying as a registered nurse at a leading NHS Trust in 1999 and becoming part of The Clavadel team in 2015.
Drawn to an innovative approach in post-operative rehabilitation, she first joined us as Matron, bringing extensive experience from senior roles caring for post-acute surgical patients at London’s Guy’s and St Thomas’ Hospital. After serving as Associate Director of Nursing within the NHS, where she led the Planned Care and Surgical Division, Emma now holds the position of Head of Nursing and Operations at The Clavadel. In this role, she continues to collaborate closely with senior management to refine, develop, and enhance the range of services available. Rejoining the leadership team at an exciting moment, her expertise of over 25 years in integrating nursing, physiotherapy, and hospitality to create a multidisciplinary approach in care provision will not only improve patient outcomes but also play a key role in future expansion plans.
Harriet Sugdon - Manager
Harriet brings 25 years of expertise to her position as Manager of The Clavadel.
Possessing a degree in Sports Studies, a PGCE in Information Technology, and a Level 5 Diploma in Health and Social Care for Adults, Harriet joined The Geoghegan Group in 2012 following a long career forged in the health and fitness sector.
In the ensuing years she has gained extensive experience across the care industry, undertaking a variety of roles from catering services and staff training to activities coordination and hotel services, before becoming Registered Manager at The Old Rectory, Ewhurst in 2017.
Currently tasked with overseeing the day-to-day operation of The Clavadel, Harriet prioritises the patient experience with consummate professionalism and is an invaluable member of the team
