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carehome.co.uk 2018 Top 20 Care Home Awards

carehome.co.uk Top 20 Care Home Awards East of England 2018

These awards are based on reviews from residents, service users, and their families and friends. Read more about the carehome.co.uk 2018 Awards

Winners ordered alphabetically
Alderwood Care Home
39 Essex Hall Road, Colchester CO1 1ZP
10107 Reviews
Alderwood Care Home
Alderwood Care Home
"Our father has complex needs, and the journey to finding the right care for him has been an incredibly challenging and emotional time for..."Read all 107 reviews

from £1,995 / weekSize 65 rooms

Group/Owner Carebase

Alderwood Care Home provides award-winning, person-centred residential, nursing and dementia care from a skilled and passionate team. Rated as ‘Outstanding’ by the Care Quality Commission* (CQC), it is... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
Annandale Lodge Care Home
8 Linden Road, Bedford MK40 2DA
9.872 Reviews
Lansglade Homes Ltd
Annandale Lodge Care Home
"I have found this care home excellent, the atmosphere is very homely when you walk in, all staff are very welcoming when you go into..."Read all 72 reviews

from £1,330 / weekSize 26 rooms

Group/Owner Lansglade Homes Ltd

Annandale Lodge is a family-owned nursing home and part of the Lansglade Homes Group. Annandale Lodge has an excellent reputation based on the quality of care given by the professional, fully trained... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
Barchester Longueville Court Care Home
The Village Green, Orton Longueville, Peterborough PE2 7DN
9.6134 Reviews
Barchester Healthcare Ltd
Barchester Longueville Court Care Home
"We have visited our friend for nearly two years. The cake and coffee at reception is a superb touch. Todays coffee & walnut was exquisite..."Read all 134 reviews

from £1,641 / weekSize 109 rooms

Group/Owner Barchester Healthcare Ltd

Barchester Longueville Court Care Home makes the most of lovely grounds and a versatile interior to provide top quality nursing and residential care, with carers and nurses available round-the-clock. A... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Younger Adult Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
Baylham Care Home
Upper Street, Baylham, Ipswich IP6 8JR
9.179 Reviews
Baylham Care Home
Baylham Care Home
"I would like to say a big thank you to all staff on how you looked after MJA .I could find no fault with anyone,. In the last hours of MJA..."Read all 79 reviews

from £1,395 / weekSize 55 rooms

Group/Owner Kinly Care

Welcome to Baylham Care Home, where expert-led nursing care is provided in a compassionate and supportive environment. Surrounded by countryside in the peaceful village of Baylham, the home offers specialised... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Younger Adult Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
  • Mental Health Care
Broadland View Care Home
147 Yarmouth Road, Norwich NR7 0SA
8.288 Reviews
Broadland View Care Home
Broadland View Care Home
"My sister has been very well cared for in Broadland View for the past few years. The home is very well managed, is clean & serves very..."Read all 88 reviews

Size 26 rooms

Broadland View Care Home is an elegant, privately run care home situated on the outskirts of Norwich, overlooking the picturesque Yare Valley. The home offers a warm and welcoming environment where... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
Brooklands Care Home
Costessey Lane, Drayton, Norwich NR8 6HB
9.798 Reviews
Brooklands Care Home
Brooklands Care Home
"From visiting on a regular basis with a close relative who has died to visiting a friend the care home is outstanding.They really make you..."Read all 98 reviews

from £1,500 / weekSize 70 rooms

Group/Owner Carebase

Brooklands Care Home provides high-quality residential, nursing, and dementia care with love, compassion, and tenderness. The skilled and experienced team takes time to gain a deep understanding of... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
Cooperscroft
Coopers Lane Road, Potters Bar EN6 4AE
Cooperscroft Award Certificate9.9132 Reviews
Cooperscroft
Cooperscroft Award Certificate
Cooperscroft
"All of the staff are very kind and caring not only to my wife but to the whole family as well. The entertainment and activities have put..."Read all 132 reviews

from £2,169 / weekSize 60 rooms

Group/Owner TLC Care Ltd

Cooperscroft Care Home, rated ‘Outstanding’ by the Care Quality Commission (January 2024), is situated in the quiet town of Potters Bar. It offers specialist nursing and dementia care in a peaceful, beautifully... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
  • Mental Health Care
Corner Lodge
185/193 Meadow Way, Jaywick Sands, Clacton-on-Sea CO15 2HP
9.6127 Reviews
Memory Lane Care Homes Ltd
Corner Lodge
"My mum was a resident from 2022 until she passed in March 2026. She was treated wtih love and respect throughout her stay. Her end of life..."Read all 127 reviews

from £1,320 / weekSize 48 rooms

Group/Owner Memory Lane Care Homes Ltd

The Corner House in Clacton-on-Sea provides high-quality 24-hour personalised care within a warm, welcoming, and luxurious environment. Offering both long-term residential care and short-term respite... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
De Lucy House
40 Victoria Road, Diss IP22 4HZ
9.799 Reviews
Greensleeves Care
De Lucy House
"Probably, like many people, my mother was at a very low point, both physically and emotionally, when she decided to move into De Lucy. It..."Read all 99 reviews

from £1,710 / weekSize 60 rooms

Group/Owner Greensleeves Care

De Lucy House is a leading not-for-profit care home in Diss, rated 'Good' by the CQC (February 2021). Purpose-built with a modern design and a strong community atmosphere, it provides person-centred residential,... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
Firstlings
7 The Street, Heybridge, Maldon CM9 4NB
Firstlings Award Certificate9.776 Reviews
Sohal Healthcare Ltd
Firstlings Award Certificate
Firstlings
"We are delighted with the care and support Dad gets at Firstlings. We find all the staff caring and they treat Dad with kindness and..."Read all 76 reviews

from £1,400 / weekSize 32 rooms

Group/Owner Sohal Healthcare Ltd

Firstlings has been established since 1986 and has an excellent reputation within the area. Firstlings is located in Maldon and is very near to lots of local amenities. The home welcomes elderly people... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
Kathryn Court
84 Ness Road, Shoeburyness, Southend-on-Sea SS3 9DH
9.882 Reviews
Runwood Homes Ltd
Kathryn Court
"Management and staff are brilliant. They care about their residents and families. It is good that they have the same facilities on each..."Read all 82 reviews

from £1,300 / weekSize 52 rooms

Group/Owner Runwood Homes Ltd

Kathryn Court is a comfortable and friendly care home in the heart of Shoeburyness, Essex. This 52-bed Runwood Homes facility provides expert care for older people, including those living with dementia,... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
Margaret house
Church End, Barley, Royston SG8 8JS
9.8119 Reviews
Margaret house
Margaret house
"Very happy with all aspects. A regular home from home. Very friendly staff overall. Extremely satisfied...."Read all 119 reviews

from £1,350 / weekSize 43 rooms

Margaret House residential and dementia care home is an independent, award winning family-run business. Established in 1971, it offers long stay residential and dementia care as well as respite care,... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
Montana Care Home Grace and Compassion Benedictines
East Barton Road, Great Barton, Bury St Edmunds IP31 2RF
9.9175 Reviews
Montana Care Home Grace and Compassion Benedictines
Montana Care Home Grace and Compassion Benedictines
"Mum moved into Montana in February following a stroke. We have been so impressed with the professional and compassionate treatment from all..."Read all 175 reviews

from £1,400 / weekSize 19 rooms

Group/Owner Grace and Compassion Benedictines CIO

Montana Care Home is a residential and nursing home with strong values, allowing residents to choose their own way of life and personalised support. They provide person centred care based on respect... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
Montrose Care Home
95 Langley Road, Watford WD17 4PE
9.883 Reviews
B&M Care Ltd
Montrose Care Home
"I can't praise Montrose highly enough. Caring staff, comfortable rooms, good food, lovely garden area to sit in and very clean and well..."Read all 83 reviews

from £1,420 / weekSize 50 rooms

Group/Owner B&M Care Ltd

Montrose is situated in a quiet residential road, a short distance from Watford town centre. The beautiful Cassiobury parklands and Whippendale woods are also close by. Montrose is a newly-built 50-bedded... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
The Corner House
67/69 Wash Lane, Clacton-on-Sea CO15 1DB
9.9149 Reviews
The Corner House
The Corner House
"My Sil has only been here just over a week. I moved her from another care home. Already she seems more animated and mobile. I love that..."Read all 149 reviews

from £1,250 / weekSize 57 rooms

Group/Owner Care Fulfilment Ltd

The Corner House Residential Care Home is a warm, welcoming 55?bed home set within beautiful landscaped gardens and just a short walk from the Clacton?on?Sea seafront, offering residents both tranquillity... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Learning Disability Care
The Gables
1 East Park Street, Chatteris PE16 6LA
The Gables Award Certificate1087 Reviews
Black Swan Care Group
The Gables Award Certificate
The Gables
"An excellent care home. Caring, patient, very helpful and understanding. Food is absolutely fantastic. A birthday cake is always..."Read all 87 reviews

from £1,200 / weekSize 49 rooms

Group/Owner Black Swan Care Group

The Gables care home is situated in the market town of Chatteris, 24 miles from Cambridge, 20 miles from Peterborough and 12 miles from Huntingdon. The team provide short-term, respite and longer... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
The Laurels
130/134 Church End Lane, Runwell, Wickford SS11 7DP
9.461 Reviews
The Laurels
The Laurels
"It's a hard part in life when you are looking to put a loved one into care. At the laurels this transition was made a lot easier. All the..."Read all 61 reviews

from £1,250 / weekSize 32 rooms

Having just undergone complete refurbishment throughout, the Laurels offers first-class single bedroom accommodation over just two floors, served by a passenger lift. It enjoys a family atmosphere, combining... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
Uvedale Hall
Coddenham Road, Needham Market, Ipswich IP6 8AX
9.8100 Reviews
Uvedale Hall
Uvedale Hall
"Uvedale Hall is a small residential home. It doesn't feel clinical, just homely and very friendly whilst delivering efficient, personal..."Read all 100 reviews

from £1,400 / weekSize 29 rooms

Group/Owner Healthcare Homes Group Ltd

Uvedale Hall, nestled in the Suffolk town of Needham Market, offers a warm and caring home for up to 29 residents needing residential, respite or palliative care. Surrounded by a friendly community and... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care
  • Residential Care
Westerfield House Care Ltd
Westerfield House, Humber Doucy Lane, Ipswich IP4 3QG
9.671 Reviews
Westerfield House Care Ltd
Westerfield House Care Ltd
"All staff have been kind and helpful to us as a family at all times. We feel our loved one is safe and well cared for. They do their very..."Read all 71 reviews

from £1,650 / weekSize 37 rooms

Westerfield House offers luxury living in a beautiful Grade II listed mansion, situated on the outskirts of Ipswich. The home provides a range of flexible and tailored care packages designed to individual... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care
  • Residential Care