
The food is appetising and plentifulSteven N(Son-in-law of Resident/Service User)

staff are personable, approachable, friendly and most importantly, kindHannah T(Daughter of Resident/Service User)

Woodstock is an outstanding homeJohn T(Husband of Resident/Service User)

The food is appetising and plentifulSteven N(Son-in-law of Resident/Service User)

staff are personable, approachable, friendly and most importantly, kindHannah T(Daughter of Resident/Service User)

Woodstock is an outstanding homeJohn T(Husband of Resident/Service User)

Woodstock is a care home situated in the small, attractive village of Gressenhall, four miles from Dereham and twenty miles from Norwich.
Woodstock offers personalised residential care to 28 residents from across Norfolk and beyond, including those with dementia. Woodstock also offers day care, 7 days a week.
Care Provided by Woodstock
Primary Care Categories
- Older Person Care
- Dementia
- Physical Disability
- Visual / Hearing Impairment
Length of Stay
- Permanent Care
- Respite Care
Care Types Provided
- Residential Care
- Dementia Residential Care
- For a maximum of 28 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
- Parkinson's Disease
- Stroke
- Palliative / End of Life Care
- COPD/Pulmonary Disease
- Bariatric Care/Obesity
- Convalescent Care
- Acquired Brain Injury (ABI)
- Day Care
Accreditations
- Adopt A Grandparent
Facilities
- Own Furniture if required
- Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
- Smoking not permitted
- Close to Local shops
- Near Public Transport
- Wheelchair Access
- Ground Floor Accommodation only
- Gardens
- Phone Point in own room
- Television point in own room
- Residents Internet Access
Funding & Fees
Weekly Charges per Person
Subject to care needs assessment
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact Woodstock for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact Woodstock 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
- Advinia Healthcare Ltd
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Jo Land (Home Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Ages 65+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: Yes
- Last Refurbishment: 2025
- Number of floors: 1
Room Information
- Single Rooms (26)
- Couples/Companion Rooms (1)
- Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (23)
Visiting
- Visiting in not restricted
Parking
- Parking available on site
Woodstock Reviews (48)
Woodstock has a Review Score of 9.4 (9.437) out of 10, based on 21 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Woodstock has 48 reviews.
We are so pleased with the care provided, some carers in particular have developed such great relationship with my mum and always go the extra mile. I've not witnessed the activities myself but seen the schedule which seems good and so much better than just sitting residents in front of a tv screen. Working in healthcare I know how important this is for cognitive health and wellbeing. Mum really seems to enjoy the food on offer too
Thank-you for your feedback which means a lot to us particularly given your own experiences working in healthcare. We are delighted that mum is doing so well and enjoying living at Woodstock. Best wishes
My mum went into Woodstock Home in March 2026 and the carers could not do enough for her to help her settle as she was quite anxious. They also keep in contact with me if she becomes unsettled at anytime so I can speak to her as I live quite a long way from the home so am unable to visit on a regular basis. When visiting I have noticed that the carers do an amazing job looking after the residents knowing and understanding each individual's needs.
Thank-you so much for your review and words of praise. We will share your kind comments with the team who will be thrilled that you are so pleased with the services provided at Woodstock. Best wishes.
Residents are treated with dignity and encouraged to feel comfortable in their surroundings .
Thank-you very much for your positive feedback and your kind words. Best wishes
My mum has been at Woodstock for over a year now and is very happy there. She is wonderfully looked after. The staff are wonderful too. She enjoys the entertainment too. She enjoys having her meals prepared for her and going to eat in the dining room. She is always clean and dressed lovely. She is given regular showers and has her hair cut styled by a hairdresser. She has her nails done by the staff too and loves the nail polish. A man comes and does her feet and toenails cut too.
We are delighted to hear that your mum is so happy at Woodstock and feels comfortable and well cared for. Best wishes.
I am kept fully up to date of any on going issues with his health. Able to contact him to speak in person so I can hear how he is feeling and I know from my visits he is well looked after and has help always on hand. Everything is always spotlessly clean and there are no lingering odours that you might associate with the care of elderly people who may have complex health issues. Food and drink is always available and I'm always offered a cup of tea or coffee when I visit and my son in law enjoys his food. There is always an upbeat atmosphere whenever I visit and he is always treated with respect and as a human being which brings out his comical side and having lived with vascular dementia for numerous years he is treated as a valued member of the community.
Thank-you so much for your review. On behalf of he whole team, we are delighted that you feel to reassured and that you are pleased with the care and facilities provided at Woodstock. Best wishes
I couldn't recommend this home more.
Thank you for your lovely review. We are delighted to hear about your positive experience at Woodstock. We strive to provide high-quality, person-centred care, delivered by a dedicated team of highly trained staff who are committed to maintaining the highest standards. Your kind feedback is greatly...
The resident I have Power of Attorney for has improved in several ways since moving to Woodstock. She is always clean, well dressed and has become more talkative and with less signs of dementia. She tells me that she is warm, feels safe and cared for, that she likes her room and is comfortable there. She is eating well and often praises the staff who care for her.
Thank you for your review. We are delighted to hear about your positive experience at Woodstock. We strive to provide the highest standard of care for our residents, ensuring they are safe, comfortable, and well looked after at all times. Our dedicated and highly trained team works hard to deliver...
Firstly the location of care home is in the beautiful village of Gressenhall. The Home itself is not that big maybe 50 rooms. My friend Valerie who is a resident has a lovely spacious room with easy access to the homes facilities and court yard garden. I have always found the staff to be caring and understanding and always time to listen. From what I've seen the food is very good and appetising. They also have a hairdresser and chiropodist every 2 weeks. If your able to take the resident out then the Village pub is opposite. They also answer the phone Quickly. I think my resident Valerie couldn't ask for more. Its difficult when they need care, but I know she is safe and looked after. The cost of care is expensive but I believe Woodstock to be on the lower end of the scale.
At Woodstock care home our priority is always the residents and ensuring the best possible care and attention.
On every occasion I have visited my Dad the staff have been pleasant and welcoming. My Dad seems very happy and has also made friends with other residents. Although sometimes we have experienced a bit of a wait to be let in, because staff are busy. They always ensure we have signed in. We cannot fault the security of staff and residents at the home. My Dads room has always appeared clean and comfortable and odour free. We always get offered tea/coffee with a biscuit when we visit. The staff are always very friendly attentive and ready to answer any questions we have regarding our Dads health and well being. Personally, my family and i are very happy with the care my Dad is receiving.
Thank-you very much for your review. Your feedback is really important to us as we strive to maintain the very highest standards throughout the service
I like to see my wife as often as I can, and always greeted with a friendly smile by staff. Very impressed, always spotlessly clean. My daughter and myself are pleased with the way she is cared for, and my wife says she'd happy living there. The food is very nice. We think it's a care home to be proud of. with excellent management in a pretty well kept location.
Thank-you very much for your review. Your feedback is really important to us as we strive to maintain the very highest standards throughout the service
Mum is often reluctant to participate in home activities but is always encouraged to do so.
We are more than happy with mums care
Thank you for your review, it is great to hear that your mother is settled at Woodstock and you feel supported by our staff.
My step dad is in your care. I visited today with my mum. I work in a care home myself and was surprised that there was no receptionist to greet us. Nobody asked us to sign in so that you knew we were in the building in the event of a fire. It was afternoon tea time when we arrived. The tea and coffee looked horrible. My step dad was dressed in a dirty top. His glasses case was on the window cill with no glasses in them so who knows where they are! The care staff just said they've probably ended up in the laundry as that happens all the time! Not good enough. His room smelt of urine and the bed was unmade. The home wasn't very welcoming at all and needs a good refurb. There is was also a fire door wedged open, how do you practice fire evacuation? I spoke to a few residents who seemed happy but sometimes it's just the little things parking bad as well. Dining room in darkness not very welcoming. No menus on display showing what they were having to eat today.
Thank-you for your feedback which is vital to us as we strive to maintain the very highest standards throughout. We extend our apologies if we didn't meet your expectations and would welcome the opportunity to chat to you in person because some of the comments you have raised do not coincide with...
it is quite expensive, how ever i am pleased dad is there thank you for every thing you do guys i really appreciate it
Thank-you for your lovely review. We are in the process of refurbing the home and grounds. We will pass on your kind comments to the team.
Both my uncle and auntie are resident at Woodstock. I only am able to visit weekends, so I do not get to see the managerial and admin staff. I do see the day care staff and I am pleased to say they are always happy and attentive, and always offer me a cup of tea! Food is plentiful and of good quality. It's nice to see that efforts are made to keep the residents entertained with various activities in particular the pet visits always bring joy, I see lots of smiley faces in the photo's.
Thank you very much for your review. Your feedback is really important to us as we strive to maintain the very highest standards throughout the service. We are very pleased that you are reassured that your auntie and uncle are being well cared for. We send our very best wishes
As the niece of residents at Woodstock Care Home, I've been really pleased with the level of care and attention provided. The staff are consistently kind, professional, and genuinely caring, which gives our family great peace of mind. What stands out most is the variety of activities available to residents. There's always something going on to keep them engaged, active, and social - from creative sessions to group games and events. It's wonderful to see my aunt and uncle involved and enjoying themselves in such a supportive environment. I would definitely recommend Woodstock Care Home to other families looking for a safe, warm, and engaging place for their loved ones.
Thank you so much for sharing your positive experience at Woodstock. We are thrilled that you are so pleased with the service and care that your Aunt and Uncle receive, and it's fantastic that they are enjoying the activities and events. Best wishes
The Staff one and all are very Special they work tirelessly to attend to the Comfort and Wellbeing of all the Residents sometimes in very trying circumstances. I know my Relatives have settled there because of the unwavering Support the Staff give to them. Everything they need or want is catered to.
From a Relatives point of view it means that I can rest easy in the knowledge that they are being cared for as if they were the Carers own Relatives it is very comforting. So a big thankyou to everyone you have made my life a lot easier.
Thank-you very much for sharing your positive experience and we are delighted to have helped support your relatives and your family through the transition into Woodstock Care Home. We will pass on your kind words to the team. Best wishes
Mum has been at Woodstock for nearly a year now with advanced Alzheimer's, it's awful watching her disappear. The staff are very caring, so I feel Mum is really well looked after and treated with respect. They all know her well and show affection for her, which is very comforting. What a very difficult and skilled job they have, caring for people with dementia, but they do it well, and with a smile.
Thank you very much for your review. Your feedback is really important to us as we strive to maintain the very highest standards throughout the service. We are very pleased that you are reassured that your mum is safe and being well cared for. We send our very best wishes.
My father has been a resident at Woodstock since April. From my experience, the staff have been really supportive to my mother and I. They helped my father settle in and kept me informed. They have been good in understanding the difficulties in moving from self-funded to financial support from NCC. The building does look dated but is kept clean. Rooms are the same, dated but clean. I cannot comment or the food not having tried it myself. Security is OK for residents. The chances of a resident working out the door code is low. I would prefer to see a swipe card and pin code system mitigate against this risk.
Thank-you very much for your review. Your feedback is really important to us as we strive to maintain the very highest standards throughout the service. We are very pleased that you and your mother feel supported and reassured that your dad is safe and being well cared for. We send our very best wishes.
Most of the residents enjoy a cuddle with Larry and its lovely to hear about their pets. The day staff that I encounter engage with the residents and there is a notice board displaying activities throughout the week.
I understand that the manager is making changes to the gardens in time for the warmer weather when the residents can sit outside, however at the moment this is work in progress and some lovely plants and trees have been removed to make way for the new design. The gardens and those areas which have been left for wildlife are a haven for birds, butterflies and other wildlife.
My ratings for Woodstock are based on my experience of fortnightly visits. I have virtually no contact with management, hence my one star rating.
Thank you for your review and for all that you do for the residents in the home. Best wishes.
Good
Thank you very much for your review and high ratings. Best wishes.
Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 19 December 2025Good
- CaringGood
- EffectiveGood
- ResponsiveGood
- SafeGood
- Well-ledGood
Inspection ratings
We rate most services according to how safe, effective, caring, responsive and well-led they are, using four levels:
- Outstanding - The service is performing exceptionally well.
- Good - The service is performing well and meeting our expectations.
- Requires Improvement - The service isn't performing as well as it should and we have told the service how it must improve.
- Inadequate - The service is performing badly and we've taken action against the person or organisation that runs it.
- Not rated - we have not yet rated this area of the service, this is normally because the assessments we have carried out have been focused on other key questions.
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Awards / Recognitions (3)
- 28 Feb 2019Recipient: Advinia Healthcare Ltd
- 01 Apr 2017Recipient: Advinia Healthcare Ltd
- 15 Feb 2016Recipient: Advinia Healthcare Ltd
Meet the Team (1)

I have worked in the care sector for over 20 years. I started as a care assistant and have worked my way up gaining experience and qualifications, I have been a registered manager for 15 years within various-sized private homes.
For me, this is not only a job but a vacation. I have a passion for making a difference in people’s lives for our residents to have a compassionate and high quality of care, and to always make sure that their wellbeing is being prioritized. My daily goal is to do my absolute best to make sure that they live a fulfilled life and that they are being treated with dignity and respect
Frequently Asked Questions about Woodstock
What types of Care is Woodstock registered for?
Older Person Care, Dementia, Physical Disability, Visual / Hearing Impairment are the registered (by the Care Quality Commission) categories of Care.
How many Rooms does Woodstock have?
There are 26 Single Rooms and 1 Couples/Companion Room.
What are the Facilities & Services at Woodstock?
Own Furniture if required, Pet Friendly (or by arrangement), Smoking not permitted, Close to Local shops, Near Public Transport, Wheelchair Access, Ground Floor Accommodation only, Gardens, Phone Point in own room, Television point in own room, Residents Internet Access are some of the Facilities & Services.
How far is Woodstock to the centre of Dereham?
2.6 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.
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