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St Marys

Woodlands Road, Holbrook, Ipswich, Suffolk IP9 2PS
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St Mary's you are amazing!Kevin B(Son of Resident/Service User)
St Marys, Ipswich
Whenever we have visited St Marys, the staff are always very helpful and friendly.Jill C(Daughter of Resident/Service User)
St Marys, Ipswich
You will always hold a special place in our hearts. Keep doing the wonderful job you do.C G(Daughter of Resident/Service User)
St Marys, Ipswich

St Marys, in Ipswich supports up to 60 older people to live a comfortable lifestyle, as well as offering dementia care. It is located in an idyllic peninsula setting in the village of Holbrook.

The home continues to welcome new residents for a range of residential care services, including convalescence care, respite care, trial stays, and long term care for those who can no longer look after themselves.

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Care Provided by St Marys

Primary Care Categories

  • Older Person Care
  • Dementia

Length of Stay

  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care

Care Types Provided

  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • For a maximum of 60 Service Users

Dementia Care Types

  • Mild Dementia
  • Moderate Dementia

Other Care Provided

  • Convalescent Care

Facilities

  • Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
  • Close to Local shops
  • Near Public Transport
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair Access
  • Gardens
  • Residents Kitchenette
  • Phone Point in own room
  • Television point in own room

Funding & Fees

Weekly Charges per Person

Type of carePermanentRespite
Residential CareFrom £1,420From £1,500
Residential Dementia CareFrom £1,420From £1,500

Fees can vary depending on care needs and other factors. Colleagues at St Marys will be happy to discuss our weekly fees with you and what our fees include.

Contact St Marys 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

  • Anchor
  • Voluntary / Not for Profit Owned

Person in charge

  • Anna Dabrowska (Manager)

Local Authority / Social Services

Admission Information

  • Mixed (no single-gender units)
  • Ages 65+

Care Home Design/Build

  • Purpose Built: Yes

Room Information

  • Single Rooms (60)
  • Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (59)

Visiting

  • Visitors are welcome at St Marys.

Parking

  • Onsite parking is available, including disabled spaces.

St Marys Reviews (157)

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9.8

St Marys has a Review Score of 9.8 (9.811) out of 10, based on 28 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time St Marys has 157 reviews.

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Review from A W (Wife of Resident) published on 30 December 2024 Submitted via Postal Card
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Since my husband moved to St Marys (one week) the staff have been incredibly caring, kind and the communication is excellent. I feel they know my husband and how best to support him. They are also very helpful and supportive to me.

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Review from C W (Daughter of Resident) published on 10 December 2024 Submitted via Website
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St Mary's staff are so kind and supportive and regularly walk the extra mile for the residents.
The home is clean and well designed with several little snugs to make it more homely. There are regular activities, sing songs, quizzes, flower arranging and seasonal activities.
The food is excellent.
Our mum has been at St Mary's for 4 years and we're really pleased and relieved that she's there.

Thank you to all the staff.

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Review from C Z (Niece of Resident) published on 25 October 2024 Submitted via Website
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Wonderful care, setting our minds at ease since we (brother and two nieces of resident) are not able to visit often (we live abroad). Staff and management are very supportive and caring. We appreciate the high staff-resident ratio, allowing for personalised care and frequent interaction with residents. Very satisfied overall.

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Review from S C (Daughter-in-law of Resident) published on 11 October 2024 Submitted via Postal Card
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Lovely welcoming atmosphere. The staff are so friendly and good home cooked food. Clean and nothing too much trouble.

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Review from Derrick R (Resident / Service User) published on 16 September 2024 Submitted via Postal Card
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Very satisfied with the care home. The staff are friendly and very caring.

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Review from Steven G (Son of Resident) published on 12 September 2024 Submitted via Postal Card
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Beach party on the 23rd of August 2024 at St Marys. What a wonderful day, Dad and friends really enjoyed themselves. All staff were welcoming and included all residents who all liked they were having fun. As a family we had all age groups with us, it was lovely to see Dad enjoying himself, dancing, listening to music and good food. Thank you all at St Marys, a truly lovely day.

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Review from Sharon P (Daughter of Resident) published on 9 September 2024 Submitted via Postal Card
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We went to St Mary's garden party. What a wonderful day, the residents were so happy, with great music and food. Residents up and dancing. So lovely to see my dad dancing and smiling. The staff were amazing and so helpful and welcoming. This is by far the most amazing home. Dad has made a best friend there. He feels safe and so happy he is always saying how he likes living there. Well done St Mary's.

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Review from Chris H (Friend of Resident) published on 29 August 2024 Submitted via Postal Card
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My 96-year-old friend was admitted to St Marys at short notice from the hospital. At this stressful time, all the staff acted quickly to make my friend comfortable. With incredible humanity, professionalism, support and kindness, they all rallied around my friend to settle her in. It was a humbling experience to see first-hand the compassion and love they showed my friend. Throughout my friend's respite care, every single member of staff, without exception has shown devotion, interest and support towards her. It's been a privilege for me to witness the dedicated team effort applied to my friend's well-being, peace of mind, security, and personal dignity by everyone at St Marys. From the manager downwards, everyone here deserves a gold medal.

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Review from M B (Niece of Resident) published on 5 August 2024 Submitted via Postal Card
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My aunt was in St Marys Care Home for the last 3 years of her life. During that time I was very pleased with the care she received.

The regular staff understood her communication problems following her initial stroke and took time to find out what she wanted. The staff were friendly and supportive to me and I always felt welcome when I visited. She was treated with dignity at the end of her life as were her relatives. I would recommend St Marys to others.

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Review from Adrian G (Son of Resident) published on 17 July 2024 Submitted via Postal Card
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Always a pleasure to visit Mum at St Marys. She is well looked after and cared for. We are always informed fo any issues or concerns. Great staff all round.

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Review from B W (Resident / Service User) published on 12 July 2024 Submitted via Postal Card
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The staff are really helpful and I am pleased they have helped me by putting pictures up on my wall. They help me to enjoy activities, especially playing the piano and gardening. All the staff are really nice and friendly.

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Review from Sarah M (Daughter of Resident) published on 15 April 2024 Submitted via Website
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Having made the difficult decision to place my father in a care home, we chose St Marys after visiting several in the area.
It has a welcoming and homely environment. Everyone we had contact with was friendly and helpful and seemed to enjoy their working environment.
The other residents seemed happy and well cared for. Unfortunately, my father required end-of-life care but this was done with kindness and dignity. There was good communication between the home and the local GP surgery throughout.

I would recommend this home from my recent experiences.

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Review from J S (Daughter of Resident) published on 29 January 2024 Submitted via Postal Card
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My mother spent two weeks at St Marys for respite care. She had a lovely, bright room which was clean and well appointed. She was made to feel very welcome by all the staff and thrived during her stay. There were lots of activities which she participated in and enjoyed. She seemed very happy with everything, and we are considering making St Marys her permanent home. St Marys is well managed, with staff always around to answer any queries, and they seem to generally care for their residents. St Marys has a very pleasant atmosphere, not to mention a resident cat, and I would be very happy to leave my mother there in the future.

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Review from Martin P (Son of Resident) published on 18 January 2024 Submitted via Website
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My father was a resident at St Mary's from May 2022 through to December 2023, firstly in the care home and latterly in the Dementia unit.
I must say that throughout his stay he was extremely well cared for and was very happy to be living at St Mary's.
The staff are first class. Always attentive and alive to his needs. Communication between our family and the home was always good, and we were always alerted to changes in Dad's health and well-being.
From all the photos of Dad hanging on the walls, it was clear that he was included in the numerous events and activities that were arranged by the home.
The home was always clean and well-presented, and Dad's room was always clean and tidy.

I cannot praise St Mary's enough.

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Review from Jan B (Daughter of Resident) published on 30 November 2023 Submitted via Website
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Staff are all really caring and helpful. They are happy and always have a kind word to say. The food is good and the entertainment is there if you want it. The resident cat Amber is a welcome addition. Well done everyone.

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Review from C S (Granddaughter of Resident) published on 30 November 2023 Submitted via Postal Card
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St Marys is an excellent care home.
You can tell that staff really care for the residents.
Management always ensure that there are plenty of activities and engagement, as well as opening the home for events for families to enjoy.

I am so pleased that my nan is being cared for at St Marys.

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Review from T G (Son of Resident) published on 27 November 2023 Submitted via Website
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The team at St Marys are fantastic, always happy and so helpful. I never worry that my dad isn't looked after, even when he's awkward. When I have a question or need help, I know the manager and the team will do their best to answer quickly.

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Review from Christopher S (Son of Resident) published on 11 October 2023 Submitted via Website
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Mum has been at St Mary's now for just over a year. To use her own words: 'This truly feels like my home now'. Mum finds the staff very caring and cooperative. They are also very perceptive to how she is feeling and will adapt accordingly. Well done all at St Mary's!

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Review from Anne C (Daughter of Resident) published on 21 September 2023 Submitted via Postal Card
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Mum is calm and feels safe in this home. She likes the food and her carers. Communication from the home is good in case of any problems and we feel able and welcome to visit at any time.

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Review from John D (Son of Resident) published on 18 September 2023 Submitted via Website
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My father has been resident at St Marys for just two years now. Although nothing can really make up for the loss of independence and the infirmities of very old age, staff at St Marys do their very best to keep residents comfortable and engaged. I certainly feel that my father is kept safe both physically and medically, and my father values the fact that there is 24/7 support available to him. I can also definitely say that he is much more mentally alert than he was when he came to St Marys following several years of increasing immobility and isolation in his own home. Thanks to all at St Marys!

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Regulatory Rating

Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating

Date: 23 August 2025
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  • CaringGood
  • EffectiveGood
  • ResponsiveGood
  • SafeGood
  • Well-ledOutstanding
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Bed Vacancies

2 Bed Vacancies

Posted: 27 July 2026

We currently have two vacancies for care. Please contact St Marys for further details.

News (7) & Events (0)

News
  • 27 Mar 2026

    An Ipswich care home is delighted to have been classed as Good by the Care Quality Commission (CQC), the second highest rating possible, as well as being rated Outstanding for...

  • 23 Jan 2026

    Residents at Anchor’s St Mary's care home in Holbrook have been celebrating the kindness of a local pupil. Emily, a student at Holbrook Academy, has developed a wonderful bond with...

  • 19 Dec 2025

    Residents and colleagues at Anchor care homes across Suffolk are embracing the festive spirit. From crafting Christmas decorations and singing carols, to decorating trees and baking festive treats, each activity...

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Awards / Recognitions (11)

  • 30 Jan 2026Recipient: Anchor
  • 31 Jan 2025Recipient: Anchor
  • 31 Jan 2024Recipient: Anchor

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Meet the Team (3)

Anna
Anna Job Title:Home ManagerJoined: 2015

Hi, I’m Anna. I’ve been with Anchor for almost a decade.

My focus as Home Manager has solidified around pioneering dementia care and fostering a people-oriented environment. Our team, through collaborative efforts, has significantly enhanced operational efficiency and resident satisfaction, upholding high standards of care.

With a strong foundation in care management, I've launched initiatives that promote staff development and ensure compliance with healthcare regulations.

Alison
Alison Job Title:AdministratorJoined: 2015

Hi, I’m Allison, and I have been the administrator for St Mary’s for over 10 years now.

My role requires a fair few different hats, including reception, payroll, recruitment, purchasing, and finance, to name a few, and I love the variety that the role brings. My main focus, however, is to be approachable for all residents, family and staff. We operate on an open-door policy, so pop in and say hello; there’s always cake and coffee to be found.

Marco
Marco Job Title:Deputy Manager

Hello, my name is Marco, and I am the Deputy Manager at St Mary´s care home. My goal is to ensure the care we provide is person-centred, loving and caring.

I like to lead my team by example. Having years of experience in rehabilitation and psychiatric hospitals has given me a baggage of tools that I use daily to coach and guide my team to deliver the best care possible and ensure our residents remain safe, healthy, and happy.

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