
The care they gave my mum was second to none. A wonderful place for your loved one to be. Thank you.Carole G(Daughter of Resident/Service User)

Care of my mum has been excellent, staff friendly and kind.C Y(Daughter of Resident/Service User)

Mum has received excellent care, and the staff are so good with her. We are so happyLynda G(Daughter of Resident/Service User)

The care they gave my mum was second to none. A wonderful place for your loved one to be. Thank you.Carole G(Daughter of Resident/Service User)

Care of my mum has been excellent, staff friendly and kind.C Y(Daughter of Resident/Service User)

Mum has received excellent care, and the staff are so good with her. We are so happyLynda G(Daughter of Resident/Service User)

Orchard House Care Home is an established Wisbech care home providing residential dementia care, nursing care, respite and compassionate palliative and end-of-life care.
The home’s combination of dementia and nursing expertise means residents can often be supported as their needs change, reducing the disruption of moving away from familiar people and surroundings.
Dementia support is embedded in everyday life. Orchard House’s award-winning Dementia Ambassador works alongside the care, nursing and lifestyle teams...
Orchard House Care Home is an established Wisbech care home providing residential dementia care, nursing care, respite and compassionate palliative and end-of-life care.
The home’s combination of dementia and nursing expertise means residents can often be supported as their needs change, reducing the disruption of moving away from familiar people and surroundings.
Dementia support is embedded in everyday life. Orchard House’s award-winning Dementia Ambassador works alongside the care, nursing and lifestyle teams to promote individualised support, meaningful engagement and environments informed by Montessori and Namaste principles.
The nationally recognised award winning Lifestyle Team gets to know each resident’s interests, experiences and aspirations. Residents are supported to enjoy individual activities, community outings, intergenerational projects, seasonal events and visits to local attractions, with regular use of the home’s minibus.
The General Manager joined Orchard House as a Care Assistant in 2011 and progressed through several roles before becoming General Manager. This gives her a detailed understanding of the home, its team and the people it supports.
Orchard House maintains strong relationships with local organisations across Wisbech and Fenland and holds regular information sessions for families, community members and professionals.
Care Provided by Orchard House Care Home
Primary Care Categories
- Older Person Care
- Dementia
- Mental Health Condition
- Physical Disability
- Visual / Hearing Impairment
Length of Stay
- Permanent Care
- Respite Care
Care Types Provided
- Residential Care
- Nursing Care
- Dementia Residential Care
- For a maximum of 67 Service Users
Dementia Care Types
- Mild Dementia
- Moderate Dementia
Other Care Provided
- Parkinson's Disease
- Stroke
- Palliative / End of Life Care
- COPD/Pulmonary Disease
- Convalescent Care
Facilities
- Own Furniture if required
- Close to Local shops
- Near Public Transport
- Minibus or other transport
- Lift
- Wheelchair Access
- Gardens
- Bar/Café
- Phone Point in own room
- Television point in own room
- Residents Internet Access
Funding & Fees
Weekly Charges per Person
*All fee’s are based on a pre-admission assessment conducted by the team at Orchard House Care Home. Our Nursing fees do not included FNC contribution (NHS-funded Nursing Care)
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact Orchard House Care Home for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact Orchard House Care Home 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)
Support you may be entitled to
- If you chose a care home based in England, you may be eligible for NHS Funded Nursing Care (FNC), which helps cover the cost of nursing. This is worth £267.68 per week and is usually paid directly to the care home.
Good to Know
Group / Owner
- RCH Care Homes Ltd
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Sarah Watson (Home Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Mixed (no single-gender units)
- Ages 65+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: Yes
- Year Purpose Built: -1
- Last Refurbishment: 2021
- Number of floors: 2
Room Information
- Single Rooms (59)
- Couples/Companion Rooms (4)
Visiting
- Orchard House welcome visitors to Orchard House Care Home. Please contact the home directly for the latest visiting arrangement.
Parking
- Parking available on-site
Orchard House Care Home Reviews (118)
Orchard House Care Home has a Review Score of 9.7 (9.727) out of 10, based on 30 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Orchard House Care Home has 118 reviews.
What a star place. I was wrongly diagnosed but I was treated most handsomely. The staff were first class.
What a star place. I was wrongly diagnosed but I was treated most handsomely. The staff were first class.
Excellent care given to my mother-in-law whilst we made long term decisions for the family. We would have liked to have stayed at Orchard House but the distance from our house was too great.
Excellent care given to my mother-in-law whilst we made long term decisions for the family. We would have liked to have stayed at Orchard House but the distance from our house was too great.
Found staff helpful and very friendly and caring. Nothing was too much trouble, even if they were busy. Couldn't fault.
Found staff helpful and very friendly and caring. Nothing was too much trouble, even if they were busy. Couldn't fault.
My father-in-law went into Orchard House for end of life care, for the few weeks he was there, the staff were very professional and caring. We were always made to feel welcome when visiting day or night and nothing was too much trouble, there was always a senior carer to answer questions or put our...
The day he passed away, the staff went above and beyond to comfort us and were very professional.
I myself would like to thank everyone for their caring, friendship and professionalism during the last few weeks, it means a lot.
Good.
Good.
We, as a family, are really pleased with the care offered to my mother. We have no complaints what so ever.
We, as a family, are really pleased with the care offered to my mother. We have no complaints what so ever.
Good carers and nice garden.
Good carers and nice garden.
My partner has come to stay at Orchard House due to breaking his right lower leg. He came from hospital and we have been made very welcome by all the staff. They have given us their time and help to ensure my partner settled in. All the staff have been very friendly in this very stressful time....
My partner has come to stay at Orchard House due to breaking his right lower leg. He came from hospital and we have been made very welcome by all the staff. They have given us their time and help to ensure my partner settled in. All the staff have been very friendly in this very stressful time. Orchard House is a well-run nursing home and it is a pleasure to visit.
Thank you so much for looking after my dad on his last 24 hours before he went to sleep forever, and thank you for looking after my mum and my brothers. You made my dad's last few hours as comfortable as possible in a nice safe environment and we thank you deeply and thanks to the staff especially...
Thank you so much for looking after my dad on his last 24 hours before he went to sleep forever, and thank you for looking after my mum and my brothers. You made my dad's last few hours as comfortable as possible in a nice safe environment and we thank you deeply and thanks to the staff especially :)
I cannot fault this wonderful care home. The two and a half weeks my brother spent here was the happiest time of his four years in care.
I cannot fault this wonderful care home. The two and a half weeks my brother spent here was the happiest time of his four years in care.
I have been very happy with the care and attention my father received throughout his time at Orchard House. The staff and management alike are second to none. Excellent facilities and food, dad was always treated with great dignity, he loved his time there. The 24-hour visiting is fantastic it...
I have been very happy with the care and attention my father received throughout his time at Orchard House. The staff and management alike are second to none. Excellent facilities and food, dad was always treated with great dignity, he loved his time there. The 24-hour visiting is fantastic it takes a lot of pressure off people who work. A huge thank you from myself and the rest of my family.
My father is looked after to a basic standard. He has advanced dementia. I feel the care could be better. He needs help and encouragement with fluids and diet and this is not always given because of staff shortages. The general cleanliness of my father could be better. Oral and foot hygiene very...
My father is looked after to a basic standard. He has advanced dementia. I feel the care could be better. He needs help and encouragement with fluids and diet and this is not always given because of staff shortages. The general cleanliness of my father could be better. Oral and foot hygiene very poor. Dignity could be better and the handling and moving of residents could be better. Staff need to be trained and monitored to a higher standard. Staff are friendly, supportive and try to provide care but staffing levels are very poor.
Welcome friendly. Staff always greet you and take the time to talk in general and on any issues. Premises in the common areas and in the personal rooms clean, tidy and well maintained. All in all, I feel that my mother is being well looked after and very well cared for. Any concerns are dealt with...
Welcome friendly. Staff always greet you and take the time to talk in general and on any issues. Premises in the common areas and in the personal rooms clean, tidy and well maintained. All in all, I feel that my mother is being well looked after and very well cared for. Any concerns are dealt with quickly and I am contacted to discuss any issues or concerns and kept well informed.
I fund Orchard House to be far superior to other care homes which my mother has stayed in. The rooms are quite large with en-suite facilities, extremely clean and equipped with all the things my mother required. Staff very friendly and helpful. Day room had the usual television, drinks station and...
I fund Orchard House to be far superior to other care homes which my mother has stayed in. The rooms are quite large with en-suite facilities, extremely clean and equipped with all the things my mother required. Staff very friendly and helpful. Day room had the usual television, drinks station and all equipment needed.
I am happy with the staff and feel comfortable and safe.
I am happy with the staff and feel comfortable and safe.
During the last six months, the home has greatly improved. My mother was moved to a room downstairs and the atmosphere seems much calmer and she appears to be more comfortable. Her needs seem to be being assessed more adequately. We are being kept informed of her condition of any incidents that we...
During the last six months, the home has greatly improved. My mother was moved to a room downstairs and the atmosphere seems much calmer and she appears to be more comfortable. Her needs seem to be being assessed more adequately. We are being kept informed of her condition of any incidents that we were before.
My husband is a resident here. He is very well looked after and cared for. I have had no reason to make any complaints as yet. I find the staff very helpful and caring. I feel if I need to know anything I only have to ask and feel staff can do the same with me. Overall it is a very well kept and...
My husband is a resident here. He is very well looked after and cared for. I have had no reason to make any complaints as yet. I find the staff very helpful and caring. I feel if I need to know anything I only have to ask and feel staff can do the same with me. Overall it is a very well kept and run care home. Keep up the good work. My husband has been here for over two years.
Orchard House is a very pleasant care home, always clean and fresh. The staff are amazing and my stepdad is very well looked after. The food given looks good and well presented. I have had no problems at all. Any concerns are dealt with immediately if we have any.
Orchard House is a very pleasant care home, always clean and fresh. The staff are amazing and my stepdad is very well looked after. The food given looks good and well presented. I have had no problems at all. Any concerns are dealt with immediately if we have any.
Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 04 December 2020Requires improvement
- CaringRequires improvement
- EffectiveRequires improvement
- ResponsiveRequires improvement
- SafeRequires improvement
- Well-ledRequires improvement
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.
Bed Vacancies
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News (34) & Events (2)
- 15 Sep 2026
Team members from Orchard House Care Home in Wisbech marked National 999 Day by visiting local blue light and NHS teams to thank them for their dedication to the community....
- 14 Aug 2026
Residents and team members at Orchard House Care Home in Wisbech enjoyed a colourful celebration to mark Jamaican Independence Day, complete with traditional flavours, tropical drinks and plenty of music....
- 07 Jun 2026
Residents at Orchard House Care Home in Wisbech have enjoyed a memorable day out to Banham Zoological Gardens after a generous donation from local funeral directors W. Bailey & Son...
- 25 Sep 2026Organiser: Orchard House Care Home
- 25 Sep 2026Organiser: Orchard House Care Home
Awards / Recognitions (11)
- 02 Jul 2026Recipient: Orchard House Care Home
- 13 Mar 2026Recipient: Orchard House Care Home
- 23 Jan 2026Recipient: Orchard House Care Home
Accreditations
There are no accreditations posted yet for Orchard House Care Home.
Meet the Team (6)

I have worked in the care sector for more than 20 years and joined Orchard House in 2010. Since then, I have progressed through a number of roles,...
I have worked in the care sector for more than 20 years and joined Orchard House in 2010. Since then, I have progressed through a number of roles, beginning as a Carer and working my way up to become General Manager.
I am passionate about supporting residents and their loved ones, ensuring each person receives compassionate, person-centred care that reflects their individual needs, choices and preferences. I am equally committed to creating a positive and supportive culture where residents and team members can thrive.
It is a privilege to lead the exceptional team at Orchard House, and I am incredibly proud of everything we have achieved together. Our dedication to providing high-quality care has been recognised through success at the Great British Care Awards and, most recently, Orchard House being named Team of the Year at the Fenland Business Awards 2026.
These achievements reflect the compassion, commitment and teamwork shown by everyone at Orchard House each day. Together, we work to ensure Orchard House remains a warm, welcoming place where residents feel safe, valued and truly at home.

I am a dedicated nurse with 16 years of healthcare experience and have proudly worked at Orchard House for the past 14 years. For the last four...
I am a dedicated nurse with 16 years of healthcare experience and have proudly worked at Orchard House for the past 14 years. For the last four years, I have had the privilege of supporting residents, families and our care team as Deputy Manager.
I am passionate about ensuring every resident receives high-quality care and is always treated with dignity, kindness and respect. I truly love my role and feel proud to be part of such a close-knit team.
In 2025, I was honoured to be named a finalist for the Frontline Leader Award at the Great British Care Awards, recognising my commitment to the residents and team at Orchard House.

I am Honey Berry, Dementia Ambassador at Orchard House Care Home in Wisbech. I began my career in care at the age of 18 and have more than 11 years’...
I am Honey Berry, Dementia Ambassador at Orchard House Care Home in Wisbech. I began my career in care at the age of 18 and have more than 11 years’ experience supporting people living with dementia and their families.
My passion for dementia care is deeply personal. It began when I helped support my Nanny after she became unwell and grew stronger when my other Nanny was diagnosed with dementia. Experiencing her journey as a family member, particularly during the pandemic, gave me a deeper understanding of the fear, uncertainty and heartache dementia can bring.
As Dementia Ambassador, I combine professional knowledge with personal experience to support residents, families and colleagues at Orchard House. I champion person-centred dementia care by helping the team understand each resident’s history, preferences, routines and individual ways of communicating.
Whether connection comes through music, reminiscence, a familiar activity or a quiet moment together, my priority is to ensure every resident feels safe, valued and recognised as the person they have always been.
I also support families throughout their loved one’s dementia journey by listening without judgement, offering practical guidance and reassurance, and helping them remain involved in decisions about their loved one’s care.
My work has received regional and national recognition, including winning East of England awards for Dementia Carer, Care Assessor and Palliative/End of Life Care. I have also received national finalist and Highly Commended recognition and was invited to join the Dementia Care Awards judging panel for the Creative Nutrition Award.

I have proudly been the Lifestyle Lead at Orchard House for the past seven years and genuinely love creating meaningful experiences for our...
I have proudly been the Lifestyle Lead at Orchard House for the past seven years and genuinely love creating meaningful experiences for our residents.
I take time to understand each person’s interests, abilities and life story so that our activities feel personal and inclusive. From themed celebrations and entertainment to community outings, intergenerational projects and one-to-one time, my aim is to bring enjoyment, encourage independence and support residents’ wellbeing.
The most rewarding part of my role is seeing residents laugh, build friendships, revisit treasured memories and create new ones. I am proud to help make Orchard House a warm and welcoming home where every resident feels valued, involved and supported to enjoy the things that matter to them.

I have been the Administrator at Orchard House for over seven years and help to keep the home running smoothly each day. I support residents,...
I have been the Administrator at Orchard House for over seven years and help to keep the home running smoothly each day. I support residents, families and team members with a friendly, approachable manner and am always happy to help.
Alongside managing the home’s day-to-day administration, I enjoy taking part in activities and events and getting to know our residents and their loved ones.
I take great pride in being part of the Orchard House team and helping to create a warm, welcoming home where residents and families feel supported.

I joined Orchard House as a receptionist in January 2026 and am proud to be part of such a warm and welcoming team.
As one of the first people...
I joined Orchard House as a receptionist in January 2026 and am proud to be part of such a warm and welcoming team.
As one of the first people residents, families and visitors meet, I am always ready to offer a friendly welcome and help wherever I can. I enjoy getting to know the people who live at Orchard House and their loved ones, while supporting the wider team with the smooth day-to-day running of the home.
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