Horkesley Manor

Nayland Road, Great Horkesley, Colchester CO6 4ET
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Horkesley Manor provides residential, nursing and dementia care in a comfortable and welcoming setting just outside Colchester. Loved ones want to feel certain their relative will be safe, understood and treated with kindness, and the home focuses on consistent support that respects dignity, independence and personal choice.

Short stay and long term care is available for residents with a wide range of needs, including those living with dementia. Support is shaped around the individual, with time taken to understand routines, preferences and life history so daily living feels familiar rather than clinical.

The home has 73 registered beds within a character manor house together with modern extensions that provide light and spacious living areas. Horkesley Manor is also home to the Aspen Memory Centre, a dedicated environment designed specifically for residents living with dementia, offering structure, reassurance and specialist support throughout the day.

Residents can spend time in comfortable shared lounges, enjoy freshly prepared home cooked meals and take part in meaningful activities suited to interests and abilities. The aim is to provide purpose and engagement while maintaining confidence and wellbeing.

Now part of Stow Healthcare and under new management, Horkesley Manor follows a clear commitment to attentive and dependable support, providing care you can trust, when it matters most.

Visitors are encouraged to meet the team and see daily life within the home for themselves.
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Care Provided by Horkesley Manor

Primary Care Categories

  • Older Person Care
  • Dementia
  • Physical Disability
  • Visual / Hearing Impairment

Length of Stay

  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care

Care Types Provided

  • Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
  • For a maximum of 73 Service Users

Dementia Care Types

  • Mild Dementia
  • Moderate Dementia

Other Care Provided

  • Parkinson's Disease
  • Stroke
  • Palliative / End of Life Care
  • COPD/Pulmonary Disease
  • Convalescent Care
  • Acquired Brain Injury (ABI)

Facilities

  • Own Furniture if required
  • Smoking not permitted
  • Near Public Transport
  • Minibus or other transport
  • Wheelchair Access
  • Ground Floor Accommodation only
  • Gardens
  • Bar/Café
  • Residents Kitchenette
  • Phone Point in own room
  • Television point in own room
  • Residents Internet Access

Funding & Fees What's included?

Weekly Charges per Person

  • Self-Funded Residential Care: £1100 – £1595
  • Self-Funded Residential Dementia Care: £1100 – £1595
  • Self-Funded Nursing Care: £1100 – £1595
  • Self-Funded Nursing Dementia Care: £1100 – £1595
  • RESPITE Self-Funded Residential Care: £1100 – £1595
  • RESPITE Self-Funded Residential Dementia Care: £1100 – £1595
  • RESPITE Self-Funded Nursing Care: £1100 – £1595
  • RESPITE Self-Funded Nursing Dementia Care: £1100 – £1595

These prices are only a guideline, please contact Horkesley Manor to find out the exact price for your requirements.

Contact Horkesley Manor to confirm what's included and get a personalised quote:

Funding Types Accepted

  • Self Funding (Private)
  • Local Authority with Top Up
  • Local Authority
  • NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC)

Support you may be entitled to

If you chose a care home based in England, you may be eligible for NHS Funded Nursing Care (FNC), which helps cover the cost of nursing. This is worth £254.06 per week and is usually paid directly to the care home.

Contact Horkesley Manor to confirm what's included and get a personalised quote:

Good to Know

Group/Owner

Person in Charge

  • Judith Morgan-Worrall (Manager)

Local Authority / Social Services

Admission Information

  • Mixed (no single-gender units)
  • Ages 65+

Care Home Design/Build

  • Purpose Built: Yes
  • Last Refurbishment: 2026
  • Number of floors: 1

Room Information

  • Single Rooms (73)
  • Couples/Companion Rooms (0)
  • Single Rooms with Ensuite Wet Room (2)

Visiting

  • The home is open to visitors 24 hours a day

Parking

  • Free, onsite parking is available at all times

Horkesley Manor Reviews (100)

9.7

Horkesley Manor has a Review Score of 9.7 (9.659) out of 10, based on 20 reviews in the last 2 years.
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Review from Janice E (Daughter of Resident) published on 24 January 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Brilliant home, a homely atmosphere. Our relative has been here for nearly three years and is happy living here. Staff good and activities are good and residents are treated well.
Reply from Eve Fynn, Marketing and Communications Lead at Horkesley ManorThank you for taking the time to share your review, your feedback is very important to us and it is lovely to hear how happy you are with the care your relative receives at Horkesley Manor. Kind regards.
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Review from Christine H (Sister of Resident) published on 28 March 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
My sister stayed at Great Horkesley Manor for eleven nights of respite care in March 2022. This was the first time she had received respite care and, overall, I was very pleased with the care she received. My sister stayed in the dementia unit. She does not have dementia but has suffered a brain injury
and requires secure accommodation. I visited twice during her stay and she seemed happy on both occasions.
The staff were very caring and there appeared to be plenty of activities during the week. My sister had no complaints at all. Her room was basic, but adequate, with an en-suite bathroom. The main living area where the residents were was large, airy and light and I liked the way the residents congregated there, rather than staying in their own rooms. We felt happy to leave my sister at this home and it gave the rest of the family a well-needed break. We would use this respite care service again.
Reply from Jill Sleeper, Home Manager at Horkesley ManorThank you for your kind comments. We look forward to meeting you all again soon. I will pass your lovely feedback on to the staff team.
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Review from M P (Daughter of Resident) published on 22 March 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
You looked after my mum so l could have some respite. All the staff were so caring, warm and welcoming.
I could relax as I had daily updates and photos of Mum sent to me by the activity coordinator. Mum had all the attention that she craves, everything from crafting, dancing, playing the piano, dominoes
and even pygmy goats!
I knew that everyone at Great Horkesley Manor would take such good care of her, so never worried. She had baths, makeup and everything she needed. I will certainly take Mum there for respite again. She cannot wait for her next holiday.
Such an amazing place and could not fault it.
It's one in a million, we looked at many other places that came nowhere near. We cannot thank them enough.
Reply from Jill Sleeper, Home Manager at Horkesley ManorThank you for your lovely feedback. We look forward to seeing you all again very soon, I will pass your comments on to the staff team.
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Review from Richard N (Son-in-law of Resident) published on 19 May 2021 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Due to the Covid lockdown, indoor experience of care home has been limited, but access was increased on the 12th April - all staff have been informative and kind under difficult circumstances - important medical and social information is notified to us straight away. We are very happy with our mother-in-law's
care at the moment.
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Review from Peter A (Son of Resident) published on 22 April 2021 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My mother had been a resident at Great Horkesley Manor for the past 2 years, she sadly has suffered with dementia for several years and recently passed away. Mum's care at Great Horkesley Manor has always been excellent. It is a super team of management, carers and support staff, in particular, the
brilliant activity co-ordinators. Mum has been cared for with dignity and respect. I would have no hesitation in recommending Great Horkesley Manor for care of people suffering from dementia.
Reply from The Home Manager, Home Manager at Horkesley ManorThank you for your lovely comments, I will pass them onto the team!
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Review from Donna C (Daughter of Resident) published on 16 April 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
It was the hardest decision of our lives as Mum never wanted to go into a care home, but unfortunately, we had no other choice as it was unsafe to leave Mum either with us or at home due to her dementia. Great Horkesley Manor has made her welcome, and it has now been 4 weeks since arriving there; the
staff have been lovely, and it’s like she has always been there. I would like to say a huge thank you for the hard work the care workers do and for making it such an easy transition.
Reply from The Home Manager, Home Manager at Horkesley ManorMany thanks for your comments.
We are glad that Mum has settled in so well.
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Review from L P (Relative of Resident) published on 8 June 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Excellent care and service provided by the staff even when they are busy. People are well looked after in this home and it is well lead by the management team and those who work in the offices. We are very happy.
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Review from E W (Wife of Resident) published on 20 May 2020 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I and my family find the care and attention given to my husband extremely good. The staff are very friendly and treat all the residents in Chestnut with the same care and attention as my husband receives. The home is kept immaculate and the food of good quality. My husband has been a resident for 3
years and we found these experiences from the outset.
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Review from J S (Niece of Resident) published on 19 May 2020 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
My review is based on a very short time just before lockdown. I was delighted at the condition of residents bedrooms they were so bright and cheerful and beautifully clean. The shared space was also clean and of a very good standard. The staff are friendly and very communicative. Always share news about
my aunt when needed. Very happy with this home.
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Review from Charlotte H (Daughter of Resident) published on 27 February 2019 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My mother had the very best care for over two years. Bedridden, immobile and with limited speech, her life was made comfortable, engaging, dignified, safe, nutritious and to the best in difficult circumstances because of her deteriorating health until she was 99 years old. Thank you.
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Review from Diane G (Daughter of Resident) published on 28 January 2019 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Our Mum suffered a stroke at 96 after living a very independent life. We chose Great Horkesley Manor because of recommendations of other friends and family that were residents there. Throughout the 9 months she was there before she passed away in January, the Staff were always so kind, caring and loving
towards her. She was very happy being there and always commented on how lovely the Staff were to her. Towards the end of her life when she was bed bound and needed more attention, the Staff spent so much time with her, making sure she was comfortable and peaceful. They supported my Brother and I also and always tried to lift our spirits on difficult days with a laugh and joke.
Reply from Great Horkesley Home Manager, Home Manager at Horkesley ManorThank you for your lovely comments we are very committed to our residents and always try and support families the best we can in their time of need.
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Review from C G (Granddaughter of Resident) published on 11 January 2019 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My grandpa has been living here for three months and I can see that he is very happy here. The staff have been a great help to my grandpa and have dealt with any problems that he may have excellently. The home itself is a wonderful place for my grandpa to be and he is able to take part in a variety
of activities which I can see makes him very happy. My grandpa's room is very homely and a great size for him to have all his items and memories in. In addition to this, the value for money is excellent.
Reply from Great Horkesley Home Manager, Home Manager at Horkesley ManorWe are really pleased that your grandpa is happy and has settled in well and has made Great Horkesley Manor his home.
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Review from A B (Granddaughter of Resident) published on 8 January 2019 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My grandmother has been a resident at Great Horkesley Manor for the last two years. It is a friendly and welcoming home and my grandmother is happy there.
Reply from Great Horkesley Home Manager, Home Manager at Horkesley ManorThank you for your response we are pleased that you are happy with the care your loved one receives and that you feel welcome when you come into the home.
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Review from Stephen C (Son of Resident) published on 29 November 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our mum was a resident of Great Horkesley Manor for over 22 years from 1996 until her death in October of 2018. From mid-September to mid-October of 2018, I was with her for six hours a day, which gave me a real window into how daily life unfolds.
The care, kindness and love which mum received from
the staff was outstanding throughout the years which she spent there. Initially, she was quite difficult but gradually she became gracious and appreciative.
Her passing was dignified and peaceful.
During my month with mum, I was particularly struck by the patience and gentleness which the staff demonstrated towards the more difficult residents.
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Review from Brian W (Son of Resident) published on 11 October 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My Father has been resident here for 18months, and I am more than pleased with the care and attention he has been given by all the staff during this time. I am kept informed of any problems my father may have, and these have been dealt with in a courteous and professional manner.
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Review from M L B (Resident) published on 24 September 2018 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Due to my previous home in Brightlingsea closing down, I am so happy to be given a lovely downstairs room. I have been so lucky in my new home. I have found everything that I need here, staff are friendly and medical care is just first class.
I would be happy to recommend this care home to all.
Reply from Great Horkesley Home Manager at Horkesley ManorWe, in turn, are lucky to have you and are pleased you are part of our family.
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Review from Clive W (Brother of Resident) published on 24 September 2018 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I have been most impressed by the love, care and attention that my brother has received at Great Horkesley Manor.
Reply from Great Horkesley Home Manager at Horkesley ManorThank you for your kind words and support. We always look forward to you visiting.
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Review from M J (Friend of Resident) published on 20 September 2018 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I visit my friend on a regular basis and she seems so happy and comfortable here, the staff are so helpful and friendly. Everytime I visit there is always an activity going on and it's lovely to see the residents not just sitting in their rooms. The cleanliness of the home is fantastic. I would recommend
the home to anybody for their loved ones.
Reply from Great Horkesley Home Manager, Home Manager at Horkesley ManorThank you for your continued support in our home. We are pleased you feel welcome and comfortable when visiting.
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Review from R W (Respite Resident) assisted by family/friend published on 13 September 2018 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I came for 6 weeks respite, the staff are lovely and friendly, they have a chat with me and assist with all my needs. I'm happy with all the meals and snacks they provide. My family have been allowed to visit whenever they like.
Management are always around and check on me as well. I recommend this
home.
Reply from Great Horkesley Home Manager, Home Manager at Horkesley ManorThank you for your support we loved having you stay with us and glad you are now settled at home. Take care.
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Review from Andrew P (Friend of Resident) published on 16 July 2018 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Everything excellent except the garden which needs a little more work.
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Current Review Score: 9.7 (9.659)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.7 (9.659) out of 10 for Horkesley Manor is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  1. The Average Rating is 4.7 out of 5 from 20 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 19 positive Reviews in the last 24 months.

Detailed Breakdown of Review Score

The maximum Review Score for a Care Home is 10, which is made up from the Average Rating of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) and the Number of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) in the last 24 months:

  1. 5 Points are available for the Average Rating from all Reviews in the last 24 months. The Average Rating of 4.684 for Horkesley Manor is calculated as follows: ( (182 Excellents x 5) + (37 Goods x 4) + (5 Satisfactorys x 3) + (2 Poors x 2) + (5 Very Poors x 1) ) ÷ 231 Ratings = 4.684
  2. 5 Points are available for the number of Positive Reviews in the last 24 months. A Positive Review is defined as any Review with an 'Overall Experience' of '4' or '5' (out of a max rating '5'). The 4.975 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Horkesley Manor is based on 19 positive Reviews in the last 24 months and is calculated as per below:

    The 5 points available are broken down as follows:

    1. 4 points are available for the first 20 Positive Reviews in the last 24 months; 3 points for the first Positive Review, 0.125 Points for each of the next four Positive Reviews, 0.05 Points for the next five Positive Reviews, and finally 0.025 Points for the next ten Positive Reviews. (1st = 3.000, 2nd = 0.125, 3rd = 0.125, 4th = 0.125, 5th = 0.125, 6th = 0.050, 7th = 0.050, 8th = 0.050, 9th = 0.050, 10th = 0.050, 11th = 0.025, 12th = 0.025, 13th = 0.025, 14th = 0.025, 15th = 0.025, 16th = 0.025, 17th = 0.025, 18th = 0.025, 19th = 0.025, 20th = 0.025) 3 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.05 + 0.05 + 0.05 + 0.05 + 0.05 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 = 3.975
    2. 1 point is available for the number of Positive Reviews reaching 20% of the registered maximum number of service users in the last 24 months. If this number is partially reached, then that proportion of 1 point is given. eg a Care Home registered for a maximum of 50 service users has to reach 10 Positive Reviews to receive 1 point, if it has 7 reviews it will receive 0.7 points. 20% of the 73 registered maximum number of service users is 14.6, which has been reached with 19 Positive reviews. Points = 1
  3. When a Review is submitted by someone who has previously submitted a Review, only the latest Review will count towards the Review Score.
  4. If a Care Home does not have a review in the last 24 months, then it will not have a Review Score.

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Judith

Judith Morgan-Worrall

Job Title: Home Manager Joined: 2023

Meet Judith - Home Manager at Horkesley Manor Care Home


Judith has worked in the social care sector for more than 26 years, gaining extensive experience across a range of care environments and managing both residential and nursing homes across Essex and Suffolk. Qualifications include Level 4 in Social Care and completion of the Registered Manager Award with City and Guilds.


Working closely with residents, relatives and the team supports clear care planning, communication and daily wellbeing. A strong understanding of the Care Quality Commission standards helps maintain safe, consistent and well led services.


Experience supporting homes through transition and improvement, alongside mentoring developing leaders, helps create a stable and supportive environment for residents and colleagues.


Providing reassurance, safety and a welcoming atmosphere ensures residents feel understood and valued each day.

Teresa

Teresa Ager

Job Title: Home Administrator Joined: 2023

Meet Teresa - Home Administrator for Horkesley Manor Care Home


Teresa brings 34 years of experience in the social care sector, including 20 years working as a Care Assistant and completion of NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care. A PTLLS qualification also supports staff training and development, alongside previous administrative responsibilities within a care home setting.


For the past three years Teresa has worked in an administrative role, supporting enquiries, admissions and communication with residents and relatives. A strong focus on person centred care helps each individual feel reassured and supported during the move into the home and throughout daily life.


Providing clear information, a warm welcome and ongoing support to families is an important part of the role, helping people feel confident when making decisions about care.


Outside of work, Teresa enjoys spending time with grandchildren and travelling abroad with husband.

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