We had no hesitation in placing Dad in Hickathrift's capable handsAnthony M(Son of Resident/Service User)
I cannot speak too highly of all the members of staff at Hickathrift.Jane B(Respite Resident/Service User)
We had no hesitation in placing Dad in Hickathrift's capable handsAnthony M(Son of Resident/Service User)
I cannot speak too highly of all the members of staff at Hickathrift.Jane B(Respite Resident/Service User)
Hickathrift House is a purpose-built Care Home set in the village of Marshland St James - situated between Wisbech and Kings Lynn. It is approximately 30 minutes from Sandringham, 40 minutes from Hunstanton and the home specialises in providing Residential Care, Dementia Care and Pre-bookable respite stays for older individuals.
Communities at Hickathrift House are smaller with a family feel so residents' feel safe and comfortable. Care is focused on independence,...
Hickathrift House is a purpose-built Care Home set in the village of Marshland St James - situated between Wisbech and Kings Lynn. It is approximately 30 minutes from Sandringham, 40 minutes from Hunstanton and the home specialises in providing Residential Care, Dementia Care and Pre-bookable respite stays for older individuals.
Communities at Hickathrift House are smaller with a family feel so residents' feel safe and comfortable. Care is focused on independence, dignity and choice. Dedication and high standards can be seen across the board at Hickathrift House: care, hospitality, house-keeping, administration and life enrichment for the home's residents and visitors alike.
Dementia Care is provided in Memory Lane at Hickathrift House and utilises a careful blend of skills and techniques developed by leading experts in the field of Dementia Care. Memory Lane incorporates bespoke design in its use of colour and cues to help individuals navigate through the home, whilst thoughtful interior design features, such us adapted crockery and tableware assists with reminiscence. Individuals living with Dementia are offered a range of activities to help preserve life skills, support interactions and retain a sense of purpose and selfhood.
The team would be delighted to welcome you at Hickathrift House anytime for a cup of tea and a chat - you are assured of a friendly and warm reception from all who live and work at this delightful home.
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Barchester Hickathrift House £1,350.00 This Weekly Fee rate is an indication only of a typical standard fee rate for a resident living in a standard, comfortable room. A final Weekly Fee rate will be confirmed once we have carried out a pre-admission needs assessment.
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Barchester Hickathrift House has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.926) out of 10, based on 23 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Barchester Hickathrift House has 126 reviews.
Mum was booked into another local care home, a week before her 2 week respite, was to start changed her mind and wanted to return to Hickathrift her words (because all the care ladies are lovely). She had a lovely welcome was looked after extremely well. The staff are excellent including...
Mum was booked into another local care home, a week before her 2 week respite, was to start changed her mind and wanted to return to Hickathrift her words (because all the care ladies are lovely). She had a lovely welcome was looked after extremely well. The staff are excellent including admin/office. Staff made her feel special she said the ones that weren't going to be on duty the day she left came and said goodbye + wished her well before going home. I shall definitely use Hickathrift in the future for respite + continuous care if ever needed. THANK YOU.
Very good and handle resident with care they always attend to the needs of the resident always on top of everything very polite cares towards everyone and always a range of activities going on for the resident each and very day.
Very good and handle resident with care they always attend to the needs of the resident always on top of everything very polite cares towards everyone and always a range of activities going on for the resident each and very day.
Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review , we value any feedback . I cascade your kind words to the whole team
My father was a past resident of Hickathrift until we sadly lost him in 2023. He had some special friends there whom I visit on a regular basis. I have just attended their Summer BBQ which as usual was a joyous well planned event for both residents and visitors. All the staff are amazing and its a...
My father was a past resident of Hickathrift until we sadly lost him in 2023. He had some special friends there whom I visit on a regular basis. I have just attended their Summer BBQ which as usual was a joyous well planned event for both residents and visitors. All the staff are amazing and its a joy to see the happiness they give to their well cared for residents and as visitors too. Sincere thanks to them all.
Thank you for taking the time to leave us feedback and your kind feedback which I will cascade to the whole team . It is lovely to see you at our events and on your visits to the home
My only concern is the toilet in her...
My only concern is the toilet in her room the flooring edging is coming away and does not reflect how well the rest of the home looks!
Thank you for taking the time for leaving us your review and appreciate your feedback . It is a pleasure caring for mum at Hickathrift, she certainly has settled in so well. Even enjoying participating in our show rounds ! As per our discussion about her bathroom the other day , we will be reviewing the bath room for an upgrade and ensure the flooring is repaired.
Very friendly staff. With a very welcome atmosphere. I really enjoyed my first visit
Very friendly staff. With a very welcome atmosphere. I really enjoyed my first visit
Thank you for taking the time to leave us feedback , it is very important to us that any visitors to the home always feel welcomed and good to know you had a positive experience
Always greeted with a smile my lady whom I come to visit seems very happy and settled.
Always greeted with a smile my lady whom I come to visit seems very happy and settled.
Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review , I am so pleased to hear you are always greeted with friendliness and that your friend is also happy and settled . It is a pleasure caring for her at Hickathrift and we all enjoy her stories of her past teaching career and where she has travelled.
The staff and managmet team always have time for him and us as a family and...
The facilities and activities are excellent and my dad loves getting involved and helping; he's really settled and happy, which means the world to him and us. Forever grateful.
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us a review. Your kind words about our home and dads care means a lot to us as management and whole team and will cascade your feedback. It is our pleasure caring for your dad at Hickathrift and agree it is lovely to see him joining in all the activities and of course helping out .
I am the daughter of a resident & Mum was made very welcome when she joined the home. All the staff are very caring & always friendly & jolly with the residents, & us too. We now know all the carers & feel very comfortable visiting.
I am the daughter of a resident & Mum was made very welcome when she joined the home. All the staff are very caring & always friendly & jolly with the residents, & us too. We now know all the carers & feel very comfortable visiting.
Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review and your kind words , which I will cascade to the whole team . It is our pleasure caring for your mum at Hickathrift
All staff very supportive at a difficult...
All staff very supportive at a difficult family time.
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave a review and kind words , which I will cascade to the whole team . It was a pleasure caring for your husband and supporting you during your stay at Hickathrift
It is lovely...
It is lovely for him when staff remember him from previous visits & have a little rapport.
Thank you for taking the time to leave us feedback and your kind words which I will cascade to the whole team . It is our pleasure caring for your dad a Hickathrift and look forward to his next visit
Mum was only at Hickathrift House for a few weeks but from start to finish we were impressed by the warmth and professionalism of the care provided. She was made very welcome, treated with dignity and I always trusted that she was in safe hands.
Mum was only at Hickathrift House for a few weeks but from start to finish we were impressed by the warmth and professionalism of the care provided. She was made very welcome, treated with dignity and I always trusted that she was in safe hands.
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us a review and for your lovely comments which I will cascade to the whole team. Feedback is always much appreciated , it was our pleasure caring for your mum at Hickathrift House.
My 90 year old mother Veronica has had a tough couple of months and now requires 24 hour care after living independently for many years. She has spent a short period of respite in Hickathrift and has now taken the decision herself to stay permanently. The care staff and management have all been...
My 90 year old mother Veronica has had a tough couple of months and now requires 24 hour care after living independently for many years. She has spent a short period of respite in Hickathrift and has now taken the decision herself to stay permanently. The care staff and management have all been excellent in understanding her needs and the difficulties that she and we as a family, have been going through. We have all been impressed with the facilities, activities and quality of care administered by the staff; with professionalism and good humour. It is early days for her in Hickathrift but mum is a sociable person and now has the opportunity to continue to make the most of life. Thank you Paula and your team for your kindnesses to date.
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us this review. Also thank you for your kind words , which I will cascade to the whole team. It is our pleasure caring for your mum at Hickathrift House
You have worked a miracle with Marjorie. She now goes out on outings, which was unheard of before she moved into Hickathrift - she socialises, eating her meals in the dining room with other people, a contrast to when she was at home, when she expected her son to cook a full Sunday roast every day,...
You have worked a miracle with Marjorie. She now goes out on outings, which was unheard of before she moved into Hickathrift - she socialises, eating her meals in the dining room with other people, a contrast to when she was at home, when she expected her son to cook a full Sunday roast every day, and if she didn't get it would throw her food at us or onto the floor. She is sleeping well - she has a regular shower now, which was unheard of before - she dosn't swear anymore - well not much. The change is all down to your love and patience and understanding.
Thank you for your review. We value all feedback as this helps us to improve our service where required. Thank you also for your positive comments regarding our home and team, who work hard to deliver high standards of quality care at all times. I will pass on your feedback to the team.
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Beyond the logistics, every practitioner I've encountered during my visits has been welcoming, highly informative, and genuinely focused on the residents' wellbeing. Even my usually picky father has been very complimentary about all the meals! Thanks to this supportive environment, he is now on the way to making progress in his recovery.
Thank you for your review. We value all feedback as this helps us to improve our service where required. Thank you also for your positive comments regarding our home and team, who work hard to deliver high standards of quality care at all times. I will pass on your feedback to the team.
Visited my grandmother for her birthday and the activities lead was so great helping us organise an afternoon tea in the home with minimal cost. From my couple of days visit, every member of staff who I came across was friendly, kind and caring. The activities lead is an absolute stand out for us,...
Visited my grandmother for her birthday and the activities lead was so great helping us organise an afternoon tea in the home with minimal cost. From my couple of days visit, every member of staff who I came across was friendly, kind and caring. The activities lead is an absolute stand out for us, a genuinely lovely human being and a fantastic activities coordinator. My Granny seems very happy here which was a big concern for us as she really didn't want to leave her home until she realised it was too much for her to manage.
Thank you for your review. We value all feedback as this helps us to improve our service where required. Thank you also for your positive comments regarding our home and team, who work hard to deliver high standards of quality care at all times. I will pass on your feedback to the team.
My mum does have dementia but she can still have a conversation with others, so I would like her to be with residents that can chat back to her?
My mum does have dementia but she can still have a conversation with others, so I would like her to be with residents that can chat back to her?
Thank you for your review. We value all feedback as this helps us to improve our service where required. Thank you also for your positive comments regarding our home and team, who work hard to deliver high standards of quality care at all times. I will pass on your feedback to the team.
My Mum was sent to Hickerthrift to recover from a fall when she broke her hip. I found Hickerthrift to be an absolutely amazing place, very modern, clean and fresh, and the staff are amazing, they are helpful, and very good at their jobs, the residents are their top priority. . My mum settled in...
My Mum was sent to Hickerthrift to recover from a fall when she broke her hip. I found Hickerthrift to be an absolutely amazing place, very modern, clean and fresh, and the staff are amazing, they are helpful, and very good at their jobs, the residents are their top priority. . My mum settled in well and I have never seen her looking so well kept and happy for many years. Sadly she is not able to return home and care for herself so she is able to stay at Hickerthrift and I am absolutely over the moon that she is!! It's a fabulous place!
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us a review and your kind words about our care setting and care provision which I will cascade to the whole team. It is our pleasure caring for your mum at Hickathrift House.
We have been met with smiles and immense kindness at Hickathrift. Every person is always willing to help and take care of all needs. The smiles and cup of coffee are abundant and greatly appreciated. We are very happy to have such high quality of care.
We have been met with smiles and immense kindness at Hickathrift. Every person is always willing to help and take care of all needs. The smiles and cup of coffee are abundant and greatly appreciated. We are very happy to have such high quality of care.
Thank you for your review. We value all feedback as this helps us to improve our service where required. Thank you also for your positive comments regarding our home and team, who work hard to deliver high standards of quality care at all times. I will pass on your feedback to the team.
The various events and activities provided were so varied that everybody would feel included, including the...
Hickathrift has a special place in our hearts, and always will
Hi , thank you so much for taking the time to leave a review and your kind works about Hickathrift and our staff which I will cascade to the whole team. It was our pleasure caring for your dad and getting to know you as a family. Kettle is always on if your passing , join us for a cuppa anytime
Mum was welcomed into her new home environment and settled quickly. On visiting her the following day she was full of praise for the staff and commented on the lovely food served. She has now been there a week and is pleased that she will be able to attend chapel this week, all organised by...
Mum was welcomed into her new home environment and settled quickly. On visiting her the following day she was full of praise for the staff and commented on the lovely food served. She has now been there a week and is pleased that she will be able to attend chapel this week, all organised by activities coordinator. A big THANK YOU
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave a review and your kind words which i will cascade to the team - It is our pleasure caring for your mum here at Hickathrift House.
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A Housekeeper at Hickathrift House in Marshland St James has received a prestigious 10 Year Service Award in celebration of working at Barchester Healthcare. Chelsea Manning now Housekeeper, started at...
Two carers at Hickathrift House Care Home in Marshland St James, Wisbech have received their prestigious 10 Year Service Award in celebration of working at Barchester Healthcare for 10 years....
Residents at Hickathrift House Care Home in Marshland St James, Wisbech enjoyed a spectacular party where the men were treated as Kings in celebration of Father’s Day on June 21st....
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Hello, my name is Paula and I am proud to be General Manager at Hickathrift House. I joined Barchester in 2015 and my background is actually in...
Hello, my name is Paula and I am proud to be General Manager at Hickathrift House. I joined Barchester in 2015 and my background is actually in Nursing.
As an experienced home manager, I fully understand how difficult the transition into new surroundings can be. My highly qualified team and I are committed to fully supporting you and your family throughout this journey and always.
I am passionate about our residents being safe, making them happy and enabling them to lead fully enriched lives whilst constantly receiving the highest quality of care.
One thing that I feel is really important is offering residents a lot of personal choices and as Hickathrift House is their home they have the right to choose what goes on here!
I am hands-on in my role, I like to spend as much time as possible with the people that we care for and I also really enjoy getting to know our residents' families and providing them with support when they need it.
Our team here at Hickathrift House are dedicated to guaranteeing that all of our residents are treated with dignity, respect and attention - thus in turn enabling them to celebrate life in their new Barchester home which I feel exceptionally privileged to be a part of.
I look forward to welcoming you to Hickathrift House very soon!
Hello, my name is Sarah, and I am Deputy Manager at Hickathrift House.
I started my role at Hickathrift as a night carer in 2011, and have worked my...
Hello, my name is Sarah, and I am Deputy Manager at Hickathrift House.
I started my role at Hickathrift as a night carer in 2011, and have worked my way up through the roles since this time, such as senior carer, Night Manager and now Deputy Manager at the end of November 2022.
I am very passionate about my job and love to know that every day I come into work, I try my best to positively impact the residents' well-being. Knowing that even the smallest of things, such as a quick hello or a smile, can improve their day greatly, as well as mine. I am enjoying getting to know the families and friends, which, after working 11 years on nights, you can miss.
I am extremely dedicated to ensuring the best for all of our residents in all aspects of their care, and with the excellent support from all of the staff here at Hickathrift, it doesn’t feel like a job at all.
Hello, my name is Tracey Hills and I have been part of the Administration team here at Hickathrift House for 12 years. I enjoy helping people and...
Hello, my name is Tracey Hills and I have been part of the Administration team here at Hickathrift House for 12 years. I enjoy helping people and advising them where I can.
I have been part of the team at Hickathrift House for 26 years covering different job roles including Deputy Manager. I would like to think that I am a friendly and approachable person and look forward to meeting you when you visit our home very soon!
Hello, my name is Kanita Oakey-Kierman and I have been part of the Administration Team here at Hickathrift House for the past 12 years.
I have...
Hello, my name is Kanita Oakey-Kierman and I have been part of the Administration Team here at Hickathrift House for the past 12 years.
I have worked at Hickathrift for over 27 years. During this time, I have been a Care Assistant and Senior Care Assistant - once I had my children, I changed to the Administration role which I really do enjoy.
I am here to ensure that our residents and their families are fully supported and it is a real pleasure to meet and greet all of the visitors and guests to our lovely home.
Having been at Hickathrift House for such a long time, I feel very attached to it and all of the home's community friends that have been made over the years too!
Charley has been a much-valued member of the Hickathrift family since joining the home in 2024.
She loves to make our residents smile and takes so...
Charley has been a much-valued member of the Hickathrift family since joining the home in 2024.
She loves to make our residents smile and takes so much enjoyment in helping them to share and enjoy new experiences.
Away from home, Charley loves to spend time with her friends and family and play Sudoku.
Hello, my name is Gerry and I joined the team here at Hickathrift House in 2012.
I started as the Gardener and have always assisted with maintaining...
Hello, my name is Gerry and I joined the team here at Hickathrift House in 2012.
I started as the Gardener and have always assisted with maintaining the home - becoming the Head of Maintenance here in 2022.
I am responsible for all aspects of our home maintenance and Health and Safety at Hickathrift House whilst ensuring our residents' home is just how they want them.
Kelly has been a part of the Hickathrift community since 2023 and is proud to be our homes' Head of Unit on Memory Lane.
She speaks warmly about how...
Kelly has been a part of the Hickathrift community since 2023 and is proud to be our homes' Head of Unit on Memory Lane.
She speaks warmly about how much she loves to make a difference to those living with dementia and their loved ones, how much she adores her role and how the home is like a family.
When Kelly is away from home, she loves to explore the great outdoors, going travelling, making precious memories with her family and watching horror films.
Hello, my name is Kerry Ann and I am I the Head of our Residential Community here at Hickathrift House.
I joined Hickathrift House in 2018 as a...
Hello, my name is Kerry Ann and I am I the Head of our Residential Community here at Hickathrift House.
I joined Hickathrift House in 2018 as a Senior Care Assistant and then became the Head of the community in 2020.
During my career, I have gained my NVQ 2 and 3 in Health and Social care for adults and firmly believe the care I give to our residents should be the same as if they were my own family.
I like to make myself approachable to all our staff, residents, and their families. There really is no place I would rather be and I love working alongside the team here at Hickathrift House.
Julie is a long-standing and much-valued member of the team, having been a part of the Hickathrift family since 2014.
She is incredibly passionate...
Julie is a long-standing and much-valued member of the team, having been a part of the Hickathrift family since 2014.
She is incredibly passionate about making a positive difference in our residents' lives and often volunteers to join trips out.
Away from home, Julie loves to knit; this is a hobby and a passion she has transferred into the home, often joining in with the knitting activities taking place.
Lindsey joined the Hickathrift family in Spring 2026 as a Care Assistant. She considers it a privilege to work with seniors and believes that care is...
Lindsey joined the Hickathrift family in Spring 2026 as a Care Assistant. She considers it a privilege to work with seniors and believes that care is her true calling.
For Lindsey, making a difference means engaging in meaningful conversations and providing support to those who need it most. When she isn't at work, she cherishes spending precious time with her family.
Hello, my name is Barrie, I moved into Hickathrift House in 2021 and have a great relationship with the staff and residents here. I became the...
Hello, my name is Barrie, I moved into Hickathrift House in 2021 and have a great relationship with the staff and residents here. I became the resident advocate for Hickathrift House in March 2022.
I like to help residents express their views and be a friendly ear when they need it. Should there be any areas of our life here that anyone would like to discuss or suggest, such as nutrition, activities or cleanliness, please contact me and I shall bring it to your attention at the next Residents' Meeting?
Hello, my name is Ann and I am the home Hairdresser here at Hickathrift House.
I am a fully qualified local hairdresser with years of experience in...
Hello, my name is Ann and I am the home Hairdresser here at Hickathrift House.
I am a fully qualified local hairdresser with years of experience in salon and mobile hairdressing.
I fully understand the varied needs of individual residents and know the importance of how the trip to the salon can make someone feel. Whether it is a Trim, Perm or Blow-Dry, I am in the home salon every Thursday and look very much forward to meeting you!
Myfanwy has been a much-cherished member of the Hickathrift family since 2021, when she joined the home initially as a hostess, general assistant,...
Myfanwy has been a much-cherished member of the Hickathrift family since 2021, when she joined the home initially as a hostess, general assistant, and then kitchen assistant before becoming part of the home life enrichment team.
She speaks warmly about how much she loves to see and spend time with the residents, having the opportunity to gift them a great quality of life and being part of a home where everyone is happy.
Away from the home. Myfanwy loves animals, reading, knitting and baking.
The care home lists weekly fees per person from £1,350 for residential care. Funding accepted: Self-Funding (Private), Local Authority with Top-up, Local Authority.
Older Person Care, Dementia are the registered (by the Care Quality Commission) categories of Care.
There are 54 Single Rooms.
Own Furniture if required, Smoking not permitted, Minibus or other transport, Lift, Wheelchair Access, Gardens, Bar/Café, Residents Kitchenette, Phone Point in own room, Television point in own room, Residents Internet Access are some of the Facilities & Services.
4.0 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.
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