
staff are just wonderful, it is like a five-star hotel with a five-star service.Claudette J(Friend of Resident/Service User)

The location, the standard of the home and grounds are beautiful. The staff are like family.Barbara B(Friend of Resident/Service User)

The accommodation is of a very high standardM F(Nephew of Resident/Service User)

staff are just wonderful, it is like a five-star hotel with a five-star service.Claudette J(Friend of Resident/Service User)

The location, the standard of the home and grounds are beautiful. The staff are like family.Barbara B(Friend of Resident/Service User)

The accommodation is of a very high standardM F(Nephew of Resident/Service User)

The New Deanery is a 93-bedroom care home set in glorious six-acre grounds, situated in Braintree. The home provides a safe and secure “home from home” environment.
With an award-winning Chef and Activities team, residents can enjoy exceptional dining experiences and engaging activities carefully planned to keep them engaged.
The care home also features a BBQ pit, perfect for warm outdoor gatherings, an onsite Minibus for convenient local community outings, and...
Care Provided by The New Deanery
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
- Dementia Residential Care
- For a maximum of 93 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
- Advanced/Complex Dementia
Other Care Provided
- Stroke
- Palliative / End of Life Care
- Convalescent Care
- Day Care
Facilities
- Own Furniture if required
- Close to Local shops
- Near Public Transport
- Minibus or other transport
- Lift
- Stairlift
- Wheelchair Access
- Gardens
- Bar/Café
- Phone Point in own room
- Television point in own room
- Residents Internet Access
Funding & Fees
Weekly Charges per Person
Please note, our fees are subject to an assessment of an individual's needs and dependencies and are exclusive of FNC if granted. We will discuss funding and fees with you in greater detail during the course of your enquiry so that you are fully informed.
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact The New Deanery for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact The New Deanery 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)
Good to Know
Group / Owner
- Gold Care Homes
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Rachel Marlow (Home Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Ages 60+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: No
- Last Refurbishment: 2024
Room Information
- Single Rooms (89)
- Couples/Companion Rooms (2)
- Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (89)
Visiting
- Family and friends always receive a warm welcome.
Parking
- There is ample on-site parking.
The New Deanery Reviews (124)
The New Deanery has a Review Score of 9.8 (9.839) out of 10, based on 42 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time The New Deanery has 124 reviews.
My mum has been in here since february. Everyone we meet has always treated mum with kindness, respect, and the level of love and care she receives is Amazing. They all love her hug her and will go out of their way to make sure she is the happiest she can be. As a family we just wanted mum to be somewhere that she was loved and cared for as much as we did, and the staff have never faulted.
Thank you so much for your kind words. It means a great deal to hear that your mum is treated with such kindness, respect and affection at The New Deanery, and that you feel she is genuinely loved and cared for by our team.
Thank you for placing your trust in us and for sharing your experience.
Best wishes,Rachel
My brother stayed at The New Deanery for 7 weeks and received exceptional care from day one. The staff truly went above and beyond to make sure he was comfortable and looked after and supported throughout his stay. It gave our family complete peace of mind, knowing he was in such safe, compassionate hands. We are so grateful to the whole team.
Thank you so much for your kind review. We're so pleased to hear that your brother felt comfortable, cared for and supported throughout his stay at The New Deanery. Knowing that the care he received also gave your family peace of mind means a great deal to us.
Thank you again for sharing your experience.
Best wishes,Rachel
Thank you everyone!
Thank you for your wonderful feedback. I am happy to hear that your family felt welcomed!
The facilities, grounds and rooms are first class, as are the varied activities. The staff, however are what really places The New Deanery so highly. My Grandma loves it here, and we fully understand why. Highly recommended.
Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback.
We're delighted to hear that your grandma is so happy at The New Deanery. While we're pleased you've enjoyed our home and everything it has to offer, it's especially lovely to hear your kind words about our team, as it's our people who truly make a difference.
Thank you again for your recommendation.
Best wishes,Rachel
Thank you for loving Nan like we do.
Thank you so much for your beautiful review.
It's wonderful to hear that you've found the team caring, approachable and easy to communicate with. Knowing your nan feels loved, respected and happy at The New Deanery truly means so much to us.
Thank you again for sharing your experience.
Best wishes,Rachel
A fabulous care home with caring staff. The activities are fun and engaging and the choice of food available is fantastic.
Thank you for your lovely review.
We're delighted to hear you've had such a positive experience when visiting The New Deanery with our caring atmosphere, engaging activities and great choice of food.
Best wishes,Rachel
The Deanery is such a welcoming home to come to whatever the door you walk in. The Staff are amazing People who never fail to make myself and most importantly, my grandma Smile. If I had to take my grandma away from the deanery and to her happy place, I'd bring her right back.
Thank you so much for your lovely review.
It means so much to hear that The New Deanery feels so welcoming every time you visit. We're especially delighted that our team have made such a positive difference to both you and your grandma, and that they always help put a smile on her face.
Your...
My experience at The New Deanery have not been to a care home before, soon as I wentie in all the staff made me welcome all very friendly and the residence I spoke to said they like the staff as they treat them all the same. It was nice to feel the atmosphere was nice and carmen. While I was there I did singing and exercise. I though it was very good I live on my own so it was good for me to talk. I was born in Dorset brought up in Shropshire, came to Essex as a nanny 60 years ago they love it.
It's really lovely to hear that you felt so welcomed from the moment you arrived and that our friendly atmosphere and activities made such a positive impression.
Best wishes,
Rachel
Visited for my grandads 100th birthday party. Room, facilities, food and carers were excellent. My grandad had a great time and was the next best thing to having it at home. I feel happy my grandad is safe and well looked after.
Thank you for sharing this. We're so pleased your grandad had a wonderful 100th birthday and that the day felt just right for him. It's lovely to hear that everything came together to make the day such a special occasion, and that you felt reassured about the care he's receiving.
Thank you again for your kind words, they'll mean a lot to our whole team.
Best wishes,Rachel
My father was admitted to The New Deanery after a bad fall which left him virtually imobile. He was just short of his 100th birthday and up until this time looked after himself at home. I cannot believe how well he has been looked after from senior management right through all the staff to the housekeepers with no exception and the home is spotlessly clean everywhere we are now 7 weeks down the line father has agreed to become a resident thankfully. He has said it would be a job to kind fault and that 'he feels safe here'.
Thank you for taking the time to share this, it's really lovely to hear.
We understand what a significant change this must have been for your father, especially after being so independent, so it's wonderful to know he has settled in well and now feels safe and comfortable with us. Hearing that...
In my experience the staff at The New Deanery have been lovely - compassionate, caring and dedicated to providing high quality care. The grounds are lovely with modern facilities. There's always a positive staff attitude when I've visited, which I think reflects to residents and friends/family members.
Thank you for sharing your experience of The New Deanery. It's really lovely to hear how positively the team have come across during your visits.
We're so pleased that the care, compassion and dedication of the staff have stood out, along with the atmosphere in the home. That sense of positivity...
Have been to the home three times. The first time I went to my uncles room, the other times I saw him in the lounge. The last time was a private party. I have been impressed by the cleanliness of the home and friendly staff.
The New Deanery is such a beautiful home. Very welcoming and very clean. Lovely atmosphere to spend time with loved ones. A massive plus was been able to bring our dog. The grounds are stunning and the peacocks were just beautiful.
It's great to know the little things stood out too, from being able to bring your dog along to enjoying the...
The home was always spotlessly clean and smelled fresh whenever I visited, all of the staff were very friendly and always said hello and had time for a chat. The food was great too. Mums room was lovely light and airy and spacious , looking over the gardens, which are lovely to walk around.
New Deanery gave me the peace of mind that mum was cared for when I was not there
It means a great deal to hear that your mum was cared for with such kindness and dedication during her time at The New Deanery. Knowing that the team became like a second family to her, and that she was so clearly loved...
Rooms are clean and functional with everything needed for a comfortable stay. Food is well served and a good choice is available and looks appetising.
Your kind comments mean a great deal to us all. Thank you again for taking the time to leave your review.
Best wishes,
Rachel
My first visit to the New Deanery was a very positive experience and it was really good to see the facilities and grounds first hand, and spend some time there. The place is spotless and welcoming - with the staff team all keen to help.
It's lovely to know that the home felt welcoming and that you were able to spend some time seeing the facilities and grounds for yourself. Your...
My late mother died in December at The New Deanery right up to the end of her life she had excellant care and compassion. She was treated with respect and kindness. We as a family had confidence in her care and we felt that her carers were like part of her family. She enjoyed her food and had loving help as she was unable to feed herself. All in all I want to say a big thanks you to all staff and management.
It's means so much to hear that your mother was cared for with such compassion and respect throughout her time at The New Deanery, especially in her final days. Knowing that you felt confident in her care and that the...
All in all The New Deanery has a lovely welcoming atmosphere.
Thank you for sharing your experience of our home. Best wishes, Rachael
Gill & Mark
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback, it means a great deal to all of us. Rachael
Everybody helpful and happy and seem to be caring for mum very well.
Thank you for sharing your views, it is out pleasure to care for your mum.
Bed Vacancies
3 Bed Vacancies
Posted: 21 August 2026We would love to show you how we can help you or a loved one, so for more information or if you would like to arrange a visit, speak to our friendly team today.
News (19) & Events (1)
- 16 Jul 2026
There was a wonderful atmosphere at The New Deanery & St Mary’s Court as more than 130 residents, families, friends and members of the local community came together for our...
- 10 Jul 2026
At The New Deanery Care Home and St Mary’s Court Care Home, we are proud to be part of our local community and to support opportunities that bring people together....
- 22 Jun 2026
Gold Care Homes is delighted to announce a new partnership with Dementia Friendly Barbers, bringing specialist barbering experiences to residents to our care homes. The collaboration reflects our ongoing commitment...
- 30 Aug 2026Organiser: The New Deanery
Awards / Recognitions (15)
- 30 Jan 2026Recipient: Gold Care Homes
- 28 Feb 2020Recipient: Gold Care Homes
- 03 Dec 2019Recipient: Gold Care Homes
Accreditations
There are no accreditations posted yet for The New Deanery.
Meet the Team (1)

Rachel has worked at The New Deanery for over 25 years, starting as a Care Assistant and progressing her career with various promotions as Senior Carer, Team Leader, Deputy and eventually Home Manager.
Rachel's dedication and commitment to The New Deanery are very special indeed, and her passion for her residents and staff can be seen in everything she does. Having constant leadership has led others at the New Deanery to follow in her footsteps and progress their careers at the home, which in turn ensures our residents have a stable and consistent team to care for them.
When asked why she chose a career in care, she said, 'I just wanted to make a difference in the lives of the elderly.' We can certainly say she has done that and more in her quarter-century of caring for those living and working at The New Deanery.
Outside of work, Rachel is an avid cricket fan and enjoys travelling with her family and friends (but not her two furry friends, her cats Oscar and Smudge!).
Frequently Asked Questions about The New Deanery
What types of Care is The New Deanery registered for?
Older Person Care, Dementia, Physical Disability, Visual / Hearing Impairment, Younger Adults are the registered (by the Care Quality Commission) categories of Care.
How many Rooms does The New Deanery have?
There are 89 Single Rooms and 2 Couples/Companion Rooms.
What are the Facilities & Services at The New Deanery?
Own Furniture if required, Close to Local shops, Near Public Transport, Minibus or other transport, Lift, Stairlift, Wheelchair Access, Gardens, Bar/Café, Phone Point in own room, Television point in own room, Residents Internet Access are some of the Facilities & Services.
How far is The New Deanery to the centre of Braintree?
1.3 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.
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