Local Authority in Colchester

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Crouched Friars

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Avg. Review Score 9.5
Total 1,543 Reviews
Avg. Starting Price £1,357 per week

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Excelcare St Fillans Care Home

St Fillan Road, Colchester CO4 0PT

1.4 miles from centre of Colchester

9.993 Reviews

13 1

"Choosing a care home for Mum was one of the hardest decisions we've had to make, but St Fillans has given us complete peace of mind. The..."Read all 93 reviews

from £1,375 / weekSize 71 rooms

Group/Owner Excelcare

Nestled in a quiet residential area of St John’s, near Colchester in Essex, beautiful St Fillans Care Home provides a variety of long-term and respite care, including residential, residential dementia,... Read more

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Nayland House

Bear Street, Nayland, Colchester CO6 4LA

5.8 miles from centre of Colchester

9.994 Reviews

"We are totally happy with this care home where my father resides. It is always very clean and the staff are very friendly and so helpful...."Read all 94 reviews

from £1,300 / weekSize 54 rooms

Group/Owner Birchstone Care

Nayland House residents enjoy a fulfilling and comfortable lifestyle, with exceptional care in beautiful surroundings. Located in the picturesque historic village of Nayland, near Colchester, the care... Read more

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Silversprings

Tenpenny Hill, Thorrington, Colchester CO7 8JG

6.3 miles from centre of Colchester

9.9161 Reviews

50 3

"The care my mother in law receives at Silver Springs is nothing but amazing. The team ensure her needs are met (as they do with all the..."Read all 161 reviews

from £1,575 / weekSize 64 rooms

Group/Owner Care UK

Silversprings care home in Thorrington, Essex, is encompassed by stunning landscaped gardens. The kind and compassionate team at the home delivers personalised care services, including residential, nursing,... Read more

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Milton Lodge

288-290 Ipswich Road, Colchester CO4 0ES

1.2 miles from centre of Colchester

9.750 Reviews

12 1

"Mum has now been at Milton Lodge for 2 years. The staff have always been very friendly and have a very caring and positive attitude. Mum..."Read all 50 reviews

from £1,484 / weekSize 35 rooms

Group/Owner Sohal Healthcare Ltd

Milton Lodge is located in the heart of the historic town of Colchester. The home provides a homely atmosphere and is run by an experienced care team. The main philosophy at Milton Lodge is to provide... Read more

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Stanway Green Lodge

Stanway Green, Colchester CO3 0RA

2.5 miles from centre of Colchester

9.773 Reviews

12 1

"My dad has been a resident since mid January after his wife of 40 years passed away. My dad was grieving and not used to being alone, the..."Read all 73 reviews

from £1,250 / weekSize 30 rooms

This long-established, family-run care home features 30 en-suite rooms and has been committed to providing dementia and residential care for three decades, creating a warm, intimate atmosphere for its... Read more

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Tall Trees

Oaks Place, Mile End Road, Colchester CO4 5XR

1 miles from centre of Colchester

9.778 Reviews

25 3

"I am extremely happy with the care my partner receives at Tall Trees, the staff are kind caring and always treat her with dignity and..."Read all 78 reviews

from £1,799 / weekSize 48 rooms

Group/Owner Care UK

The skilled team at Tall Trees care home provides high-quality respite, nursing and dementia care, as well as compassionate end of life care. Located in the centre of Colchester, Essex, this comfortable,... Read more

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Colonia Court Care Home

St Andrews Avenue, Colchester CO4 3AN

1 miles from centre of Colchester

9.7107 Reviews

"My Mum seems so happy in Mumford house & in the 2 years she has been there has only had great care from the friendly & caring staff.Its..."Read all 107 reviews

from £1,115 / weekSize 123 rooms

Group/Owner Bupa Care Homes

Colonia Court offers nursing, residential and dementia care, as well as having a dedicated unit for people living with Huntington’s disease. It can also offer a space for people to rest, relax and recover... Read more

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Horkesley Manor

Nayland Road, Great Horkesley, Colchester CO6 4ET

2.6 miles from centre of Colchester

9.7105 Reviews

20 1

"I cannot speak highly enough of Horkesley Manor and would recommend it to anyone who has to make the traumatic decision to put themselves..."Read all 105 reviews

from £830 / weekSize 73 rooms

Group/Owner Stow Healthcare Group

Horkesley Manor is a residential, nursing and dementia care home set in a substantially renovated manor house in the Essex countryside, at the end of a long drive in the village of Great Horkesley just... Read more

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Brook House

47 Colchester Road, White Colne, Colchester CO6 2PW

8.2 miles from centre of Colchester

9.616 Reviews

"My mum has been living at Brook House for some time now, and we couldn't be happier with care she receives. She is happy, feels safe, and..."Read all 16 reviews

from £1,400 / weekSize 36 rooms

Group/Owner Sohal Healthcare Ltd

Located in a residential area of the village of White Colne, Colchester, Brook House provides residential care for the elderly and those living with dementia. There are 35 rooms in the home all with... Read more

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Blackbrook House

Gun Hill, Dedham, Colchester CO7 6HP

5.5 miles from centre of Colchester

9.699 Reviews

11 2

"Blackbrook have proved to be simply amazing for my father - the care he recieves is simply first class. He is always dressed nicely his..."Read all 99 reviews

from £1,432 / weekSize 55 rooms

Group/Owner Anchor

Blackbrook House in Dedham is situated in an area of outstanding natural beauty on the Essex-Suffolk border. The home provides residential and dementia care for up to 55 residents in comfortable ensuite... Read more

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Loganberry Lodge

79/81 New Farm Road, Stanway, Colchester CO3 0PG

2.4 miles from centre of Colchester

9.6148 Reviews

21 1

"Since being brought to Loganberry Sue has recieved excellent treatment from staff with nothing seeming to be too much trouble. As a..."Read all 148 reviews

from £1,550 / weekSize 143 rooms

Group/Owner Runwood Homes Ltd

Situated on the outskirts of Colchester in Stanway, Loganberry Lodge has excellent transport links to both the town and nearby amenities. The Home surrounds a beautiful courtyard and many rooms lead... Read more

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Foxburrow Grange Care Home

Ypres Road, Colchester CO2 7NL

1 miles from centre of Colchester

9.660 Reviews

12 1

"My sister in law moved to Foxburrow Grange in October 2025. It was an incredibly difficult time for her coming from a care home that did..."Read all 60 reviews

from £1,400 / weekSize 69 rooms

Group/Owner Outlook Care

Staff at Foxburrow Grange believe life is for living and are dedicated to enabling residents enjoy it to the full in an environment where independence and involvement are encouraged and where residents... Read more

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The Haven

84 Harwich Road, Colchester CO4 3BS

0.9 miles from centre of Colchester

9.567 Reviews

24 1

"I visit my wife daily, where possible. On arriving always treated with utmost respect, smiling hello, as when I depart. Go by taxi 11..."Read all 67 reviews

from £1,349 / weekSize 32 rooms

Group/Owner Sohal Healthcare Ltd

The Haven is a national and regional award-winning care home registered for 32 occupants. The Haven is known for its modern-day approach in Dementia Care using innovations and technology to enhance... Read more

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Abberton Manor Nursing Home

Layer Road, Abberton, Colchester CO5 7NL

3.6 miles from centre of Colchester

9.466 Reviews

13 1

"Wonderful staff each and everyone who works at the Manor, are kind and enthusiastic with fantastic personalities with all of the residents...."Read all 66 reviews

from £1,400 / weekSize 26 rooms

Group/Owner Heritage Manor Ltd

Abberton Manor is an established, well-respected nursing home, located in a listed Queen Anne Manor house, set in acres of formal lawns and woodland, enjoying unspoiled views over the Roman River Valley.... Read more

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Quenby Rest Home

Brightlingsea Road, Thorrington, Colchester CO7 8JH

6.5 miles from centre of Colchester

The home is now empty and is not currently providing care to any residents

9.435 Reviews

37 3

"We have found this home brilliant. They go over and above with the care that they give our dad, in hospitality and cleanliness, hygiene is..."Read all 35 reviews

Size 26 rooms

Group/Owner Cathena Healthcare Ltd

Quenby Rest Home is a residential care home for the elderly and is registered for dementia care. Situated in Thorrington Quenby is close to the idyllic town of Brightlingsea (Winner of Best small town... Read more

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The Oaks Care Home

15/25 Oaks Drive, Lexden, Colchester CO3 3PR

0.6 miles from centre of Colchester

9.469 Reviews

25 1

"My elderly father was placed in the OAKS care home for end of life care after a short stay with the NHS. The care and compassion shown to..."Read all 69 reviews

from £1,500 / weekSize 61 rooms

Group/Owner Aurem Care

The Oaks Care Home offers a homely and inclusive environment designed to provide exceptional care and comfort for its residents. Nestled in the peaceful suburb of Colchester and overlooking the Hilly... Read more

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Crouched Friars

103-107 Crouch Street, Colchester CO3 3HA

0.5 miles from centre of Colchester

9.757 Reviews

"During her stay at Crouched Friars my Aunt was exceptionally well care for by the kind and dedicated staff. she was very happy there and..."Read all 57 reviews

from £1,350 / weekSize 56 rooms

Ideally located in the heart of Colchester, Britain’s oldest recorded town, Crouched Friars is just a one minute stroll from the town centre shops and amenities. The sympathetically restored part Grade... Read more

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Springfields Nursing Home

Rectory Road, Copford Green, Colchester CO6 1DH

4.7 miles from centre of Colchester

9.635 Reviews

"The care my mother received was wonderful. The nurses were kind, patient and i am deeply grateful for the dignity and comfort they gave..."Read all 35 reviews

from £1,390 / weekSize 37 rooms

Group/Owner Springfields Ltd

Springfields Nursing Home is a country estate, set in approximately 6 acres with 36 single en-suite ground floor bedrooms, in a purpose-built complex. Springfields Nursing Home has established a... Read more

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Drummonds

The Street, Feering, Colchester CO5 9QJ

8.3 miles from centre of Colchester

37 Reviews

"The day staff are absolutely brilliant nothing is too much to help with all managers/seniors are so lovely too. So caring kind and patient..."Read all 37 reviews

Size 45 rooms

Group/Owner Black Swan Care Group - Physical & Learning Disability Homes

Drummonds provides innovative and inclusive care for individuals over the age of 18 with learning and/or physical disabilities in Essex. The home offers residential and respite care for up to 41 individuals. Care... Read more