
The team are fantastic, caring and supportive.Harvey P(Son of Resident/Service User)

There was a wide variety of activities suited to each one's needsB C(Respite Resident/Service User)

It truly feels like home from homeA L(Daughter of Resident/Service User)

The team are fantastic, caring and supportive.Harvey P(Son of Resident/Service User)

There was a wide variety of activities suited to each one's needsB C(Respite Resident/Service User)

It truly feels like home from homeA L(Daughter of Resident/Service User)

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 outside Colchester.
Horkesley Manor looks out over open fields, with grounds that give it a peace and sense of space felt immediately, bright, well appointed communal areas, and Colchester's shops and services a short distance away...
Care Provided by Horkesley Manor
Primary Care Categories
- Older Person Care
- Dementia
- Physical Disability
- Visual / Hearing Impairment
- Younger Adults
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 TypesMild Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "mild dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Memory problems such as misplacing items and not be able to recall recent events (however, in some forms of dementia a person's memory may be unchanged)
- Difficulties thinking through problems and planning, making decisions
- Language and communication issues such as finding it difficult to recall the appropriate word in a conversation or following a conversation
- Poor orientation, getting lost in areas previously familiar to them
- Difficulty judging distances (more falls than usual)
- Changes in their normal mood including anxiety and depression
- In certain types of dementia, personality and behaviour changes may be present alongside or instead of issues with memory or concentration.
Moderate Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "moderate dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Worsened memory problems. Not always recognising own family members and friends. Repeating the same questions over and over again
- Worsened language and communication issues, forgetting what they are saying mid-sentence. Not being able to understand what someone else is saying
- More frequent confusion, e.g. about the time of day or where they are, including their own home
- Apathy, depression and anxiety
- Believing things that aren't true (paranoia)
- Frequent hallucinations
- Lack of emotional control, quick to anger, fearfulness, sadness
- Loss of inhibition
- Difficulties sleeping or waking during the night and behaving as though it is daytime - loss of circadian rhythm.
Advanced Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "severe dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Severe memory problems. Not recognising family members and friends. Not being able to recall their own name
- Severe language and communication issues, not being able to understand what someone else is saying
- Severe confusion, e.g. about the time of day or where they are, including their own home
- Apathy, depression and anxiety
- Believing things that aren't true (paranoia)
- Frequent hallucinations
- Lack of emotional control, quick to anger, fearfulness, sadness
- Loss of inhibition
- Difficulties sleeping or waking during the night and behaving as though it is daytime - loss of circadian rhythm.
Verbally or physically aggressive behaviour
If your loved one displays this type of behaviour you may need a care home that has specially trained staff. Verbal/physical aggression is often defined:
- Consistent shouting and screaming
- Verbal abuse
- Physical abuse
How we define Dementia Care Types
Mild Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "mild dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Memory problems such as misplacing items and not be able to recall recent events (however, in some forms of dementia a person's memory may be unchanged)
- Difficulties thinking through problems and planning, making decisions
- Language and communication issues such as finding it difficult to recall the appropriate word in a conversation or following a conversation
- Poor orientation, getting lost in areas previously familiar to them
- Difficulty judging distances (more falls than usual)
- Changes in their normal mood including anxiety and depression
- In certain types of dementia, personality and behaviour changes may be present alongside or instead of issues with memory or concentration.
Moderate Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "moderate dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Worsened memory problems. Not always recognising own family members and friends. Repeating the same questions over and over again
- Worsened language and communication issues, forgetting what they are saying mid-sentence. Not being able to understand what someone else is saying
- More frequent confusion, e.g. about the time of day or where they are, including their own home
- Apathy, depression and anxiety
- Believing things that aren't true (paranoia)
- Frequent hallucinations
- Lack of emotional control, quick to anger, fearfulness, sadness
- Loss of inhibition
- Difficulties sleeping or waking during the night and behaving as though it is daytime - loss of circadian rhythm.
Advanced Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "severe dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Severe memory problems. Not recognising family members and friends. Not being able to recall their own name
- Severe language and communication issues, not being able to understand what someone else is saying
- Severe confusion, e.g. about the time of day or where they are, including their own home
- Apathy, depression and anxiety
- Believing things that aren't true (paranoia)
- Frequent hallucinations
- Lack of emotional control, quick to anger, fearfulness, sadness
- Loss of inhibition
- Difficulties sleeping or waking during the night and behaving as though it is daytime - loss of circadian rhythm.
Verbally or physically aggressive behaviour
If your loved one displays this type of behaviour you may need a care home that has specially trained staff. Verbal/physical aggression is often defined:
- Consistent shouting and screaming
- Verbal abuse
- Physical abuse
How we define 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
Weekly Charges per Person
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact Horkesley Manor for full pricing details and T&Cs.
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 £267.68 per week and is usually paid directly to the care home.
Good to Know
Group / Owner
- Stow Healthcare Group
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Michael Parris(Home Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Mixed (no single-gender units)
- Ages 18+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: Yes
- Year Purpose Built: -1
- Last Refurbishment: 2026
- Number of floors: 1
Room Information
- Single Rooms (73)
- 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 (104)
Horkesley Manor has a Review Score of 9.7 (9.683) out of 10, based on 21 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Horkesley Manor has 104 reviews.
Based on our experience to date, the home is caring and supportive to both my father and our family. We note that management is redecorating and enhancing facilities which are great improvements, management and staff are always prepared to discuss questions/issues and to respond positively where possible.
My mum loves this home and the staff are very caring and compassionate, new manager seems very nice and organised a lot of changes in the home already for the better.
The home is clean and fresh but would benefit from refurbishing. The carers and activity staff are professional but have a warmth and kindness necessary to make it feel homely. There have been a few problems regarding my mothers safety due to her lack of mobility and lack of staffing which is currently being addressed. Any issues raised are dealt with immediately and with and open access.
Her recent accident and increased dementia, has meant that extra care has had to be given to her as she has been incapacitated with a broken hip.
To see the way the staff have cared for her has been lovely. They offer a warm, friendly service dealing with situations with both humor and dignity. It's a job I could never do, but I am so grateful that there are people out there that can, and they deserve a huge accolade for doing so. I wish that I had taken note of some of these girls names, because they truly deserve some praise.
My primary point of contact at H.M has her finger on the ball and is always ready to answer any questions you may have. She has a no-nonsense approach and will tell you how it is - I like that and believe it's what is needed in an environment like this.
In short, I could not recommend Horkesley Manor highly enough. The interiors have been given a huge over-haul, with bright colour paintings and themed areas for the Dementia care unit, and light, bright walls elsewhere in the home. The carpets, fittings and fixtures are all clean, and the gardens are well maintained.
The surroundings offer lots of opportunities for the residents to be outside in the warmer months, with gazebos and shelters on offer.
Although I've never attended these events, regular picnics and fairs are held, and families are encouraged to become involved with H.M.
Security is of utmost importance, and as such, visitors have to wait to be let in and let out of the home.
For anyone considering a care home, I would make this top of the list when organising visits.
Bed Vacancies
Please contact us for latest vacancies.
News (1) & Events (0)
- 01 Jun 2026
From Monday 15th to Sunday 21st June, Horkesley Manor will be opening our doors to the community. We'd love for you to come and see what life here is really...
There are no upcoming events for Horkesley Manor.
Awards / Recognitions (4)
- 30 Jan 2026Recipient: Stow Healthcare Group
- 22 Apr 2021Recipient: Stow Healthcare Group
- 08 Dec 2017Recipient: Stow Healthcare Group
Meet the Team (3)

Michael Parris is the Home Manager and brings more than 25 years of experience in the health and social care sector. A Registered Nurse since 2007, he also holds a Level 5 qualification in Leadership for Health and Social Care, combining strong clinical knowledge with a passion for delivering high-quality, person-centred care.
Michael is committed to ensuring residents feel safe, valued and truly at home. He believes excellent care is built on strong relationships, compassionate leadership and understanding each individual's unique needs and life experiences. He takes great pride in leading a dedicated team that shares his commitment to enriching the lives of residents and creating a warm, supportive environment.
Outside of work, Michael enjoys reading, watching combat sports and supporting Ipswich Town Football Club.

Meet Laura - Nursing Deputy Manager at Horkesley Manor Care Home
Laura is a qualified Learning Disability Nurse with almost 20 years of experience across acute settings, rehabilitation services and elderly care. This broad clinical background supports safe nursing practice, detailed care planning and a strong understanding of complex and individual needs.
As Nursing Deputy Manager at Horkesley Manor, Laura works closely with residents, relatives and the nursing team to promote person-centred care and clinical excellence. Supporting residents to have a voice remains central to the role, with communication tailored to individual preferences and abilities to ensure dignity, choice and inclusion.
Leading with empathy and compassion helps create a supportive and professional environment where families feel informed, reassured and involved in their loved one’s care. Strong relationships with relatives provide valuable insight, helping deliver consistent, high-quality nursing care and positive daily experiences.
Creating the best possible day for residents remains the goal every day.
Outside of work, Laura enjoys spending time with her dog Simba, long beach walks and quality time with family and friends.

Meet Teresa - Home Administrator at 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 care decisions.
Outside of work, Teresa enjoys spending time with grandchildren and travelling abroad with husband.
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