
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 (126)
The New Deanery has a Review Score of 9.8 (9.847) out of 10, based on 43 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time The New Deanery has 126 reviews.
The care my father receives is excellent. Following his bereavement, the staff go the extra mile to support his needs, both emotionally and physically. Medical needs are flagged up with the GP and district nurses very promptly and generally, we are very happy with the care provided at The New Deanery.
Kind Regards.
My Great Uncle is extremely happy being cared for at The New Deanery, the staff are so kind and attentive, nothing is too much trouble for them. All of the amenities are great for residents and they have a home from home experience at The New Deanery. The activities they provide are always entertaining and the Home is always so welcoming to families and visitors.
Kind Regards
I am a regular visitor to my uncle at the home. During my visits, I have always found the staff to be friendly and extremely helpful and caring. The accommodation is of a very high standard and gives me great comfort that I know my uncle is in a safe, happy and secure environment.
Kind Regards.
My cousin went into The New Deanery in 2017 very poorly but has thrived. She is now 94 and looks and feels really well. She loves being there. The staff are excellent, can't fault them.
Kind Regards.
My brother-in-law has been at The New Deanery for the last two years. The home has a safe and caring environment and a warm and homely atmosphere. Staff should be very proud of the hard work and professionalism they provide, nothing is too much trouble.
Thank you so much for taking out time to leave us an amazing review. We are glad that you are happy with the quality-of-care your brother-in-law received during his stay. At The New Deanery care home we are committed to providing comfort and compassion to our residents. Warmest regards.
After having attended the coronation day activities, I applauded the staff for all their efforts on the day. Although the weather was against them, the entertainment was fantastic - a brass band - the food was marvellous. All of the staff were attentive to residents and visitors alike.
Thank you for sharing your positive experience. We greatly appreciate your kind words about The New Deanery Care Home. Your recommendation means a lot to us. Kind Regards.
There are always lots of activities going on for the residents to keep them engaged and happy.
My mum is very well looked after here.
Thank you for taking the time to leave such a wonderful review. We are incredibly proud to know that both you and your mum are satisfied with the quality of care provided at The New Deanery. Our hardworking staff members always strive to provide the best possible care, ensuring all residents are...
Lovely caring staff across the board. All staff go above and beyond to make The New Deanery feel like home. I wouldn’t want my Mum to live in any other residential care home. I’m always made to feel welcome and to get involved with activities. Over the last four years Mum has resided there I have made friends with staff and other residents. Mum is safe there and cared for. There are always activities to get involved in which Mum always does. Keep up the good work.
Thank you for your amazing review at The New Deanery! It's delightful to see your high ratings for the home and that you are more than satisfied by the quality of care that your mother is receiving. Kind regards.
Staff are very caring, helpful and familiar with my Mother’s situation and needs. The home and grounds are very pleasant, so in good weather it is lovely to take my Mother outside. There are plenty of activities that my Mother enjoys, particularly visiting singers.
We are glad to hear that your mother has experienced positive changes since joining us. We appreciate your input and will continue striving to provide the best care for all our residents. Kind Regards.
An excellent care home that offers residents good support. The food is of excellent standard. Activities are engaging. The staff are warm and caring. Residents are treated with respect, opinions are sought on key issues. My father is greeted warmly as he makes his way around the home. The staff know him well. Management communicates with family regularly and deals with any issues immediately. Management are supportive of family members.
Thank you very much for taking out the time to leave us an amazing review of The New Deanery care home. We are so delighted to hear that you’re satisfied with the quality-of-care you father is receiving during his stay. At The New Deanery care home, we strive to provide exceptional care service to...
Excellent care home in every way, beautiful location, well-thought-out rooms for residents and very clean throughout. A wide range of activities are arranged twice a day, trips out to the garden centre, cafes etc and very good food. Most importantly, the care received by the residents is first-class. The staff are all very caring, patient and cheerful at all times and very welcoming to visitors. Cannot praise The New Deanery too highly.
My mother passed away recently in the care home - peacefully and with dignity. I cannot praise the staff highly enough for their round-the-clock thoughtful and thorough care of my mum. All staff were considerate, caring and respectful of her needs. The staff have also been exceptional in their care of my father following the passing of my mother. The staff show genuine warmth towards my dad. They help him to occupy his time - concerts, bagatelle, and horse race activities are particularly welcomed by my dad - and give him space to reflect when he wishes this. The staff were very supportive of close family members too during this difficult time. I would not hesitate in recommending this residential home to anyone seeking to find a care home/caring environment to support their loved one.
My sister has been a resident at The New Deanery for over four years. My sister is well looked after and always seems happy. My sister loves the activities and trips in the minibus. The staff always have time for my sister and always have time to tell me how she is. My sister enjoys the food, which is excellent and I often stay for lunch with her. We both enjoy the lovely grounds.
Thank you for sharing your positive feedback about The New Deanery Care Home. We are delighted to hear that your sister has been well looked after and is happy. We appreciate your kind words. At The New Deanery Care Home, we strive to provide exceptional care services to all our residents. Kind regards.
As soon as you enter, the cleanliness is apparent. My mum has been a resident for five years, and it is like walking into her home with lots of family present. Mum has just got over Covid and I can only applaud the staff for the care and support they gave. I would like to thank them all.
Thank you for sharing your positive feedback about The New Deanery Care Home. We appreciate your kind words. At The New Deanery care home, we strive to provide exceptional care service to all our residents. Kind regards.
There were activities to take part in and also a library if you wanted quiet time.
I was there for the Jubilee celebrations and everyone enjoyed the tea party with relations and friends.
Staff at The New Deanery always have treated my mother with respect, making her experience wonderful.
Far too many negatives and not enough positives. Management appear to not be in control. Some carers at least try, others just say they are too busy to assist the resident.
We are so sorry to learn of your opinion of our care home. Having cared for your Mother for almost four years, we are all extremely fond of her and we work hard each day to ensure that she feels comfortable, safe, and secure in a loving environment. That said, we take your comments very seriously...
Overall, The New Deanery management and staff, provide an excellent service and Mum is well cared for. However, on occasions, meals are delivered cold and not what has been ordered. Service could be improved by agreeing an individual 'likes & dislikes' with the residents and more attention to what has been requested. Further, again, occasionally laundry is not actioned and returned in a timely manner and another resident's clothes are sometimes returned and placed in drawers, leading to frustration. A little more care and attention to detail would easily resolve the issue. Notwithstanding the two concerns, Mum is extremely happy at the care home and very much appreciates the dedicated service and care received.
My overall view of the New Deanery Care Home is outstanding, the care and attention to detail never cease to amaze me. During the past difficult times when staff were off with covid and people were working long hours to cover, the standard of care my mother received did not decline at all, which was a credit not only to all the staff but how the home is managed. Communication is very good and I am kept totally in the loop, especially as my mother is suffering acute dementia and her behaviour is challenging. My mum is not easy to care for at this time but her needs are well supported by a skilful and highly trained team. I would highly recommend this establishment.
I do not believe that the care and support that my mother received during her stay at the New Deanery could have been bettered. She considered all the staff and carers as her friends and extended family. Although she resisted going into care, within days she was referring to The New Deanery as home and was extremely happy and well cared for. While she was still mobile, she was taken out on trips which she thoroughly enjoyed. We cannot praise all the staff highly enough for the love, care and joy that they gave to my mother. On behalf of her family, I wish to give a huge thank you to all the staff at the New Deanery.
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News (18) & 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...
- 25 Sep 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!).
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