
This care home is by far the best in this area, it is like staying in a hotelPatricia T(Respite Resident/Service User)

such beautiful surroundings with people who cared.C H(Sister of Resident/Service User)

caring staff and the management team are friendlyHeather N(Daughter of Resident/Service User)

This care home is by far the best in this area, it is like staying in a hotelPatricia T(Respite Resident/Service User)

such beautiful surroundings with people who cared.C H(Sister of Resident/Service User)

caring staff and the management team are friendlyHeather N(Daughter of Resident/Service User)

Rated Outstanding by the CQC (February 2021), Ford Place occupies a Grade II listed mansion on the edge of Thetford in Norfolk, set within 3.5 acres including an ancient walled garden, one of the most distinctive outdoor spaces at any care home in the region. The period character has been carefully maintained, and the architecture and grounds make for a setting that feels striking from the moment you arrive.
The...
Rated Outstanding by the CQC (February 2021), Ford Place occupies a Grade II listed mansion on the edge of Thetford in Norfolk, set within 3.5 acres including an ancient walled garden, one of the most distinctive outdoor spaces at any care home in the region. The period character has been carefully maintained, and the architecture and grounds make for a setting that feels striking from the moment you arrive.
The edge of town position gives residents easy access to Thetford's shops and services while keeping the privacy of the mansion grounds, and the walled garden is a particular draw through the seasons, offering genuine space for walking and sitting outdoors.
Ford Place provides residential, nursing and dementia care, alongside a specialist service for adults under 65 living with complex or progressive conditions. A resident's care can flex as their needs change, without the disruption of a move to another home.
Accommodation is available across en-suite suites within the listed mansion, all of which can be personalised. Bedrooms and communal areas feel generously proportioned, and the grounds form a natural extension of daily life through the year.
Meals are freshly prepared on site each day by the home's chef, with menus built around individual dietary needs and preferences. A GP visits regularly. Chiropodist, optician and dental appointments can be arranged by the team as and when required. A hairdresser also visits the home weekly.
A varied programme of activities runs through the week, from creative sessions and gentle exercise to social events, quizzes and one to one time, planned around residents' interests and needs.
Care Provided by Ford Place
Primary Care Categories
- Older Person Care
- Visual / Hearing Impairment
- Younger Adults
Length of Stay
- Permanent Care
- Respite Care
Care Types Provided
- Residential Care
- Nursing Care
- For a maximum of 55 Service Users
Other Care Provided
- Parkinson's Disease
- Stroke
- Palliative / End of Life Care
- COPD/Pulmonary Disease
- Convalescent Care
- Acquired Brain Injury (ABI)
Facilities
- Own Furniture if required
- Smoking not permitted
- Close to Local shops
- Near Public 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
Contact Ford Place to confirm what's included and get a personalised quote:
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact Ford Place for full pricing details and T&Cs.
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 choose 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.
Tours
Good to Know
Group / Owner
- Stow Healthcare Group
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Leah Kampewu (Home Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Mixed (no single-gender units)
- Ages 18+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: No
- Last Refurbishment: 2022
- Number of floors: 2
Room Information
- Single Rooms (43)
- Couples/Companion Rooms (6)
Visiting
- Visitors are warmly welcomed at any time, with the home open 24 hours a day. There is no need to book in advance, allowing family and friends the flexibility to visit whenever it suits them.
Parking
- Free on-site parking is available at all times for the convenience of residents, visitors, and guests.
Ford Place Reviews (122)
Ford Place has a Review Score of 9.6 (9.631) out of 10, based on 21 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Ford Place has 122 reviews.
I had three days in the home and found it to be clean, comfortable with the staff they were most accommodating. In fact I will readily go there again should the need arise.
I had three days in the home and found it to be clean, comfortable with the staff they were most accommodating. In fact I will readily go there again should the need arise.
Essential in helping us through an unknown and difficult period. Nursing staff supportive in all aspects. My father was able to return to independent living after 3 months of their support while he went through chemotherapy at the age of 79. His circumstances didn't make him a typical resident so...
Essential in helping us through an unknown and difficult period. Nursing staff supportive in all aspects. My father was able to return to independent living after 3 months of their support while he went through chemotherapy at the age of 79. His circumstances didn't make him a typical resident so it is hard to review some categories: Food (taste and appetite not good), Activities and Facilities (generally he just wanted to rest but enjoyed the open day and met with relatives in the conservatory). Will consider for the future if necessary. Thank you.
Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 28 February 2018Outstanding
- CaringGood
- EffectiveGood
- ResponsiveOutstanding
- SafeGood
- Well-ledOutstanding
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
Please contact us for latest vacancies.
News (2) & Events (0)
- 07 Aug 2026
Book a respite stay of three weeks or more before 30 September 2026 and receive an additional week at no extra charge. *T&Cs apply. https://stowhealthcare.co.uk/respite-offer-terms-and-conditions/ This offer applies to Ford...
- 01 Jun 2026
We're taking part in Care Home Open Week 2026! From Monday 15th to Sunday 21st June, Ford Place will be opening our doors to the community. We'd love for you...
There are no upcoming events for Ford Place.
Awards / Recognitions (5)
- 30 Jan 2026Recipient: Stow Healthcare Group
- 28 Feb 2023Recipient: Ford Place
- 30 Jun 2022Recipient: Ford Place
Accreditations
There are no accreditations posted yet for Ford Place.
Meet the Team (4)

Sally is passionate about complex care and supporting both older people and younger adults. She is dedicated to ensuring care is respectful,...
Sally is passionate about complex care and supporting both older people and younger adults. She is dedicated to ensuring care is respectful, empowering and tailored to each individual. She believes strong relationships sit at the heart of a successful home and is committed to creating an environment where residents feel valued, families feel reassured, and team members feel supported to thrive.

Jenna has spent her entire career at Ford Place, beginning as a carer and progressing to senior carer before training as a Care Home Assistant...
Jenna has spent her entire career at Ford Place, beginning as a carer and progressing to senior carer before training as a Care Home Assistant Practitioner. She went on to complete her Nursing Associate apprenticeship and has since achieved her full nursing degree, reflecting her commitment to professional development and high standards of care.
Jenna is passionate about delivering safe, compassionate and person-centred care, building strong relationships with residents, families and colleagues. She particularly enjoys contributing to positive improvements within the home and being part of a supportive team dedicated to achieving the best outcomes for residents. Outside of work, she enjoys walking her dogs and spending time with family and friends.

Liz is the Clinical Deputy Lead at Ford Place, supporting the wider team to deliver safe, high-quality and person-centred care to residents.
With...
Liz is the Clinical Deputy Lead at Ford Place, supporting the wider team to deliver safe, high-quality and person-centred care to residents.
With experience in clinical care, Liz works closely with residents, relatives and colleagues to help ensure individual needs are understood and consistently met. She is passionate about maintaining high standards of care while creating a supportive and reassuring environment for everyone within the home.
Liz is proud to be part of the team at Ford Place and enjoys supporting colleagues, sharing their clinical knowledge and helping residents feel comfortable, valued and well cared for.

Kirsty is passionate about delivering an excellent service and helping to create an environment where residents and colleagues feel valued, respected...
Kirsty is passionate about delivering an excellent service and helping to create an environment where residents and colleagues feel valued, respected and safe.
She brings a varied background in sales, administration, customer service and welfare benefits management, giving her a broad range of experience and strong people skills.
Kirsty enjoys working closely with residents, families and colleagues, building positive relationships and ensuring everyone receives a warm, professional and supportive experience.
For Kirsty, it is a privilege to play a part in creating a home where people feel they belong, with quality care and excellent service at the heart of everything the team does.
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