carehome.co.uk Top 20 Care Home Awards 2026

carehome.co.uk 2026 East of England Top 20 Care Home Awards

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Aran Lodge

13-15 Manor Road, Westcliff-on-Sea SS0 7SR

10 29 reviews
"The staff at Aran Lodge have been amazing. They took great care of my mother in the 14 months she was with them. Their patience and…"  Read all 29 reviews
Group/Owner Umika Homes

Aran Lodge in Westcliff on Sea provides a welcoming, friendly home for its residents. Residents receive the care and support they need such as respite care. Residents have the chance to take part in the life of the home, with a variety of activities… Read more about Aran Lodge

  • Care Provided
  • Long Term/Permanent
  • Short Term/Respite
  • Older Person Care
  • Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
  • Physical Disability
  • Palliative Care
  • Visual / Hearing Impairment
  • 24 Rooms
Ardtully Retirement Residence

Station Lane, Ingatestone CM4 0BL

10 100 reviews
"The place is excellent, and the staff care for and look after my father very well. The activities are always fun, including parties for…"  Read all 100 reviews

Ardtully Retirement Residence is a charming care home located in the picturesque town of Ingatestone. With a capacity of 22 beds, this residence caters to individuals over the age of 65, providing a warm and welcoming environment for residents to call… Read more about Ardtully Retirement Residence

  • Care Provided
  • Long Term/Permanent
  • Short Term/Respite
  • Older Person Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Learning Disability / Autism
  • Physical Disability
  • Palliative Care
  • Mental Health
  • Visual / Hearing Impairment
  • Eating Disorders
  • 26 Rooms
  • from £1,400 / week
Bramley Court Care Home

Chivers Way, Histon, Cambridge CB24 9AH

10 81 reviews
"I continue to be so impressed by the Bramley Court team. Their care is fantastic. The food, the facilities, the activities are all…"  Read all 81 reviews
Group/Owner Carebase

Bramley Court Care Home is an award-winning, established Cambridgeshire care home providing high-quality residential, nursing and dementia care. In June 2023 it maintained its ‘Outstanding’ rating with the Care Quality Commission (CQC), testament to… Read more about Bramley Court Care Home

  • Care Provided
  • Long Term/Permanent
  • Short Term/Respite
  • Older Person Care
  • Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
  • Physical Disability
  • Palliative Care
  • Visual / Hearing Impairment
  • 72 Rooms
Buchan House Care Home

Buchan Street, Kings Hedges, Cambridge CB4 2XL

10 75 reviews
"We had out doubts about David coming into care. His dementia is very complex and although he understands he cannot speak. We are now…"  Read all 75 reviews
Group/Owner Excelcare

Buchan House is a care home providing person-centred care for adults aged 65+, including those living with dementia and those with nursing needs. Situated close to the King Hedges area, north of Cambridge city centre, the home is accessible by car… Read more about Buchan House Care Home

  • Care Provided
  • Long Term/Permanent
  • Short Term/Respite
  • Older Person Care
  • Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
  • Physical Disability
  • Palliative Care
  • 66 Rooms
  • from £1,400 / week
Cherry Hinton Care Home

369 Cherry Hinton Road, Cambridge CB1 8DB

10 175 reviews
"My father who was terminal ill had to move care homes as the previous care home was closing their nursing unit as he was the only…"  Read all 175 reviews
Group/Owner TLC Care Ltd

Cherry Hinton Care Home is a warm and welcoming home in Cambridge offering expert nursing, dementia and residential care in a thoughtfully designed and recently refurbished setting. An experienced and compassionate team delivers personalised care tailored… Read more about Cherry Hinton Care Home

  • Care Provided
  • Long Term/Permanent
  • Short Term/Respite
  • Older Person Care
  • Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
  • Physical Disability
  • Palliative Care
  • Mental Health
  • Visual / Hearing Impairment
  • Alcohol / Drug Misuse
  • 60 Rooms
  • from £1,650 / week
Cherry Wood Grange Care Home

Writtle Road, Chelmsford CM2 0FZ

10 91 reviews
"Cherry Wood Grange Care Home is excellent, they go above and beyond to care for my dad and he is very happy there.…"  Read all 91 reviews
Group/Owner Carebase

Cherry Wood Grange Care Home provides high-quality residential, nursing and dementia care in beautiful surroundings. The award-winning team is dedicated to making every day meaningful for their residents by delivering personalised, compassionate care.… Read more about Cherry Wood Grange Care Home

  • Care Provided
  • Long Term/Permanent
  • Short Term/Respite
  • Older Person Care
  • Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
  • Physical Disability
  • Palliative Care
  • Visual / Hearing Impairment
  • 66 Rooms
Cooperscroft

Coopers Lane Road, Potters Bar EN6 4AE

10 122 reviews
"Friendly, attentive and professional, the team at Cooperscroft provides much needed support to Dad. The accommodation and facilities are…"  Read all 122 reviews
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 designed setting. Surrounded by landscaped… Read more about Cooperscroft

  • Care Provided
  • Long Term/Permanent
  • Short Term/Respite
  • Older Person Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
  • Physical Disability
  • Palliative Care
  • Mental Health
  • Visual / Hearing Impairment
  • 60 Rooms
  • from £2,169 / week
Coronation House

38 Norwich Road, Thetford IP24 2JE

10 23 reviews
"My father has spent two wonderful weeks of respite care at Coronation House, Thetford. He has always said at our visits how lovely this…"  Read all 23 reviews
Group/Owner Care UK

Coronation House in Thetford provides round the clock residential and dementia care on a permanent and respite basis, as well as compassionate end of life care. The experienced and well-trained team aim to create a caring and supportive community… Read more about Coronation House

  • Care Provided
  • Long Term/Permanent
  • Short Term/Respite
  • Older Person Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Physical Disability
  • Palliative Care
  • Visual / Hearing Impairment
  • 66 Rooms
  • from £1,475 / week
The Depperhaugh Nursing Home

Chickering Road, Hoxne, Eye IP21 5BX

10 71 reviews
"My wife was a resident at the Depperhaugh for 4 years. The care throughout this time was exemplary. Her illness was rare, and the staff…"  Read all 71 reviews

A Victorian country house built in the 1860s by a naval admiral for his family, the Depperhaugh Nursing Home has been converted to accommodate adults who require 24-hour care. The home is set in seven acres of beautiful gardens, with a large and picturesque… Read more about The Depperhaugh Nursing Home

  • Care Provided
  • Long Term/Permanent
  • Short Term/Respite
  • Older Person Care
  • Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
  • Physical Disability
  • Palliative Care
  • Visual / Hearing Impairment
  • Acquired Brain Injury
  • 30 Rooms
  • from £926 / week
Eastham

Main Road, Woodham Ferrers, Chelmsford CM3 8RF

10 100 reviews
"The care home was a very welcoming and clean environment. The residents were very happy and engaged in activities.…"  Read all 100 reviews

Nestled atop a picturesque hill in Woodham Ferrers, Eastham Care Home offers breathtaking views of the Essex countryside. This historic gem, built in 1890 as a Vicarage, has been transformed into a haven of comfort and care for residents. Eastham's… Read more about Eastham

  • Care Provided
  • Long Term/Permanent
  • Short Term/Respite
  • Older Person Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Physical Disability
  • Palliative Care
  • Visual / Hearing Impairment
  • 25 Rooms
  • from £1,250 / week
Engelhard Lodge Care Home

Paul Engelhard Way, Cawston, Norwich NR10 4FB

10 72 reviews
"My wife and I were so fortunate to have found Engelhard Lodge for my sister. She moved in some four years ago after suffering from dementia…"  Read all 72 reviews

Engelhard Lodge Care Home offers residential care in the village of Cawston, only around 11 miles from Norwich. It is a 4 award winning Home. The home has 36 bedrooms, each with en suite facilities. Residents are welcome to bring their own belongings… Read more about Engelhard Lodge Care Home

  • Care Provided
  • Long Term/Permanent
  • Short Term/Respite
  • Older Person Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Physical Disability
  • Palliative Care
  • Visual / Hearing Impairment
  • 36 Rooms
  • from £1,400 / week
Firstlings

7 The Street, Heybridge, Maldon CM9 4NB

9.8 76 reviews
"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

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 and elderly people with dementia. Firstlings… Read more about Firstlings

  • Care Provided
  • Long Term/Permanent
  • Short Term/Respite
  • Older Person Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Physical Disability
  • Palliative Care
  • Visual / Hearing Impairment
  • 32 Rooms
  • from £1,400 / week
Foxholes Care Home

Foxholes, Pirton Road, Hitchin SG5 2EN

10 94 reviews
"My mother was fiercely independent until recently and at 98 years old her sight finally failed her and she was unable to manage things just…"  Read all 94 reviews

Foxholes Care Home is a comfortable and spacious care home located in scenic surroundings. It offers a wide range of care expertise that includes long-term residential care with rooms for couples to live independently, respite and convalescent packages,… Read more about Foxholes Care Home

  • Care Provided
  • Long Term/Permanent
  • Short Term/Respite
  • Older Person Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Physical Disability
  • Palliative Care
  • 110 Rooms
  • from £1,480 / week
The Gables

1 East Park Street, Chatteris PE16 6LA

10 85 reviews
"My sister is very happy enjoys the food and entertainment has made some friends and the staff are very friendly and helpful generally all…"  Read all 85 reviews

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 term care and support for up to 49 residents at the… Read more about The Gables

  • Care Provided
  • Long Term/Permanent
  • Short Term/Respite
  • Older Person Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Palliative Care
  • Visual / Hearing Impairment
  • 49 Rooms
  • from £1,100 / week
Henbrook House Care Home

Cambridge Street, St Neots PE19 1QB

10 47 reviews
"There are times in your life that are really hard and it is the people around you that help you get through. When I decided to put dad into…"  Read all 47 reviews

Henbrook House Care Home, where luxury, inclusivity, and warmth converge to create a truly exceptional living experience for residents. Nestled in St Neots, Cambridgeshire, Henbrook House offers the perfect blend of comfort and sophistication. The… Read more about Henbrook House Care Home

  • Care Provided
  • Long Term/Permanent
  • Short Term/Respite
  • Older Person Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Palliative Care
  • Visual / Hearing Impairment
  • 69 Rooms
  • from £1,860 / week
The Lodge

82 Kirby Road, Walton on the Naze CO14 8RJ

10 59 reviews
"The welcome I received on visiting my mother was exemplary. All the staff were helpful in answering my questions. The room my mother has is…"  Read all 59 reviews

The Lodge provides short term respite care and longer term support for up to 36 Residents, including support for people living with a dementia. There are 18 bedrooms on the ground floor and 18 on the first floor. Access to the 1st floor can be gained… Read more about The Lodge

  • Care Provided
  • Long Term/Permanent
  • Short Term/Respite
  • Older Person Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Palliative Care
  • Visual / Hearing Impairment
  • 36 Rooms
  • from £1,100 / week
Meadow House Nursing Home

Norwich Road, Swaffham PE37 8DD

10 143 reviews
"The Staff do a fantastic job with my Auntie, and all the residents. They go above and beyond to cater to the needs of each resident. The…"  Read all 143 reviews

Meadow House offers dedicated care for people with a physical disability, specialising in care for people with multiple sclerosis. This purpose built, single storey Home opened in 1989 and has built up an enviable reputation in both the local and wider… Read more about Meadow House Nursing Home

  • Care Provided
  • Long Term/Permanent
  • Short Term/Respite
  • Older Person Care
  • Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Younger Adults
  • Learning Disability / Autism
  • Physical Disability
  • Palliative Care
  • Acquired Brain Injury
  • 38 Rooms
  • from £1,910 / week
New Meppershall Care Home

79 Shefford Road, Meppershall, Shefford SG17 5LL

10 128 reviews
"Absolutely amazing care home. From the day mum arrived to her last day there. They were courteous and caring, meeting everything and more…"  Read all 128 reviews
Group/Owner Pressbeau Ltd

At New Meppershall, they combine modern facilities and practices with traditional family values to provide your family with the best care, love and support possible. New Meppershall care home came under new management in June 2015, and they have been… Read more about New Meppershall Care Home

  • Care Provided
  • Long Term/Permanent
  • Short Term/Respite
  • Older Person Care
  • Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
  • Physical Disability
  • Palliative Care
  • Mental Health
  • Visual / Hearing Impairment
  • Acquired Brain Injury
  • 81 Rooms
  • from £1,450 / week
Prince Michael of Kent Court

Stratford Road, Watford WD17 4DH

10 94 reviews
"My mother was previously in a residential home in Suffolk, over 100 miles away from us. My wife and I spent three months researching and…"  Read all 94 reviews

Prince Michael of Kent Court is a purpose-built facility located close to the town centre in Watford. The Home has assistive technology to help engage and entertain residents. A specialist reminiscence garden and lighting is also available to reduce… Read more about Prince Michael of Kent Court

  • Care Provided
  • Long Term/Permanent
  • Short Term/Respite
  • Older Person Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Palliative Care
  • 55 Rooms
  • from £1,376 / week
Village Green Care Home

Bedford Road, Marston Moretaine, Bedford MK43 0ND

10 55 reviews
"From the moment Dad arrived at Village Green we were really impressed with the level of service, the kindness of the staff and the…"  Read all 55 reviews
Group/Owner Pressbeau Ltd

Village Green is a true community care home that has provided specialist Residential, Nursing and Dementia care in Marston Moretaine and the surrounding villages for many years. The team aims to create a wonderful home for residents by combining… Read more about Village Green Care Home

  • Care Provided
  • Long Term/Permanent
  • Short Term/Respite
  • Older Person Care
  • Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
  • Physical Disability
  • Palliative Care
  • Visual / Hearing Impairment
  • 60 Rooms
  • from £1,350 / week