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13 Babergh Area Best Care Homes / Nursing Homes (9.5+ Review Score)
868 Reviews
Nayland House

Bear Street, Nayland, Colchester CO6 4LA 

9.9 89 reviews
"I like the food and drink My room is very nice Always something happening here Staff are friendly…"   Read all 89 reviews

Nayland House, in Colchester, specialises in elderly and dementia care for older residents within a homely environment that respects personal freedoms and an active lifestyle. The home is fully registered with the Care Quality Commission, taking the… Read more about Nayland House

  • Care Provided
  • Long Term/Permanent
  • Short Term/Respite
  • Older Person Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Physical Disability
  • Palliative Care
  • Mental Health
  • Visual / Hearing Impairment
  • 54 Rooms
  • from £1,300 / week
St Marys

Woodlands Road, Holbrook, Ipswich IP9 2PS 

9.8 154 reviews
"For the last five years of mum's life she was cared for by the fabulous team at St Mary's Care Home in Holbrook. As Mum lived with…"   Read all 154 reviews
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St Marys, in Ipswich, is a purpose-built facility supporting up to 60 older people to live a comfortable lifestyle, as well as offering dementia care. It is located in an idyllic peninsula setting in the village of Holbrook. The home continues to… Read more about St Marys

  • Care Provided
  • Long Term/Permanent
  • Short Term/Respite
  • Older Person Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • 60 Rooms
  • from £1,350 / week
St Joseph's

The Croft, Sudbury CO10 1HR 

9.6 76 reviews
"We needed to find a care home urgently for my 95-year old mother in October 2025. St Joseph's were very friendly, efficient and welcoming.…"   Read all 76 reviews
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St Josephs, in Sudbury, is a caring home supporting up to 60 older people to live a comfortable lifestyle, as well as offering care for those living with dementia. It is located in an idyllic croft setting in the village of Sudbury. The home continues… Read more about St Joseph's

  • Care Provided
  • Long Term/Permanent
  • Short Term/Respite
  • Older Person Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • 60 Rooms
  • from £1,391 / week
Hadleigh Nursing Home

1 Friars Road, Hadleigh, Ipswich IP7 6DF 

9.6 54 reviews
"We were very pleased with the care my Mother received. The staff were kind, caring and treated my Mother with dignity. The home was very…"   Read all 54 reviews

Hadleigh nursing care home is a charming 19th-century property set in landscaped gardens with excellent views across rolling Suffolk countryside. The beautiful home, situated on the edge of the historic market town of Hadleigh and just a short drive… Read more about Hadleigh 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
  • 54 Rooms
  • from £1,350 / week
Canterbury House

Gallows Hill, Hadleigh, Ipswich IP7 6JQ 

9.6 56 reviews
"My mum was reluctant to be in a care home, but we were convinced it was the best option for her and she soon settled in. Although she was…"   Read all 56 reviews
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Canterbury House in Hadleigh is a purpose-built care home, providing quality care and luxurious facilities within a comfortable and relaxing environment. It continues to welcome new residents for residential and residential dementia care, both for respite… Read more about Canterbury House

  • Care Provided
  • Long Term/Permanent
  • Short Term/Respite
  • Older Person Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • 61 Rooms
  • from £1,475 / week
Spring Lodge Nursing Home

Main Road, Woolverstone, Ipswich IP9 1AX 

9.6 73 reviews
"I have been visiting my elderly friend monthly since she came to Spring Lodge a year ago, unwell and unable to live independently. She has…"   Read all 73 reviews

Nestled in the serene village of Woolverstone, lies Spring Lodge Nursing Home- a beautiful retirement home near Ipswich, where the focus is on feelings. Residents can enjoy a sense of freedom in their daily lives, with staff who encourage a "go with… Read more about Spring Lodge 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
  • 46 Rooms
  • from £1,248 / week
Melford Court

Hall Street, Long Melford, Sudbury CO10 9JA 

9.6 85 reviews
"My Mum spent the final few months of her life at Melford Court. The staff were amazing. They were patient and caring of both my Mum and…"   Read all 85 reviews

Melford Court provides nursing and residential care and is conveniently located at the centre of the historic wool town of Long Melford. Staff at the home pride themselves in the delivery of high-quality care, and residents in their care can choose… Read more about Melford Court

  • 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
  • 52 Rooms
Catchpole Court Nursing Home

Walnut Tree Lane, Sudbury CO10 1BD 

9.6 54 reviews
"Grandad & Nan enjoy their time here. The staff go above & beyond to provide lovely days out that would not have been possible if they were…"   Read all 54 reviews

Catchpole Court NursingHome in Sudbury, Suffolk offers nursing, dementia, residential and respite care in a welcoming home. Situated next to shops, a train station and a lake, the care home has a team of trained, compassionate staff. Residents… Read more about Catchpole Court 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
  • 66 Rooms
  • from £1,100 / week
Mellish House Residential Home

20a Kings Hill, Great Cornard, Sudbury CO10 0EH 

9.6 75 reviews
"Over the years that my wife has been in Mellish House, she has been looked after very well. When possible, she was taken out when the…"   Read all 75 reviews

Mellish House is located in the village of Great Cornard, near Sudbury, close to the town's shops and cafes. Providing residential dementia care for up to 48 elderly residents including trial stays, respite breaks and convalescent care as well as long… Read more about Mellish House Residential Home

  • Care Provided
  • Long Term/Permanent
  • Short Term/Respite
  • Older Person Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Palliative Care
  • Acquired Brain Injury
  • 48 Rooms
  • from £1,283 / week
Hazeldell

Elton Park, Hadleigh Road, Ipswich IP2 0DG 

9.5 71 reviews
"As soon as you arrive it feels like home , The residents are always smiling and look so cosy in the living room My nan stays in her room…"   Read all 71 reviews

Hazeldell is situated off a private road on the outskirts of Ipswich. The home is on one and a half acres of land and offers residents spacious accommodation. At Hazeldell staff aim to assist each resident to manage their own needs independently… Read more about Hazeldell

  • Care Provided
  • Long Term/Permanent
  • Short Term/Respite
  • Older Person Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Palliative Care
  • Acquired Brain Injury
  • 42 Rooms
  • from £1,300 / week

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Laxfield House

Cundys Lane, Brent Eleigh, Sudbury CO10 9PL 

9.5 23 reviews
"My aunt stayed in Laxfield House from January 2022 until November 2024. The atmosphere at Laxfield was warm and friendly and my aunt was…"   Read all 23 reviews

Laxfield House has built up an excellent reputation for residential and nursing care over many years, organising high-quality care provision to suit individual needs. The Home has a unique charm of its own, as do the excellently trained staff who… Read more about Laxfield House

  • Care Provided
  • Long Term/Permanent
  • Short Term/Respite
  • Older Person Care
  • Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Palliative Care
  • 34 Rooms
  • from £1,425 / week
The Willows

Corders Farm, Bury Road, Lawshall, Bury St Edmunds IP29 4PJ 

9.5 6 reviews
"I really enjoy living at The Willows. The staff are excellent and most helpful, and enjoy a joke! The food is excellent too - with all the…"   Read all 6 reviews
Group/Owner Extrafriend Ltd

The Willows Residential Home is situated in the picturesque village of Lawshall, nestled between Sudbury and Bury St Edmunds in the lush Suffolk countryside. Once the site of Corders Farm, it has been transformed into a welcoming haven for up to twenty-four… Read more about The Willows

  • Care Provided
  • Long Term/Permanent
  • Short Term/Respite
  • Older Person Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Physical Disability
  • Palliative Care
  • Visual / Hearing Impairment
  • Eating Disorders
  • 25 Rooms
  • from £1,370 / week
Chilton Croft Nursing Home

Newton Road, Sudbury CO10 2RN 

9.5 52 reviews
"My Mum moved to Chilton Croft, from another care home. The care she is receiving is excellent. I cannot fault Chiltern Croft. The staff are…"   Read all 52 reviews

Chilton Croft Nursing Home, in Sudbury, welcomes a wide range of skilled care packages, with carers trained in modern techniques and with a separate EMI unit enabling them to make the most of their professionalism. Book a long or short stay and not… Read more about Chilton Croft 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
  • Mental Health
  • Visual / Hearing Impairment
  • Acquired Brain Injury
  • 32 Rooms
  • from £1,000 / week