
Without exception the staff are all caring and considerate and always willing to help.G P(Son of Resident/Service User)

An amazing choice of activities for those that want to participate and organised well.Wendy L(Daughter of Resident/Service User)

They look after me so well. The food is brilliantCyril L(Resident / Service User)

Without exception the staff are all caring and considerate and always willing to help.G P(Son of Resident/Service User)

An amazing choice of activities for those that want to participate and organised well.Wendy L(Daughter of Resident/Service User)

They look after me so well. The food is brilliantCyril L(Resident / Service User)

Goodwins Hall is an award-winning, purpose-built care home in King’s Lynn, Norfolk, providing high-quality, person-centred Residential Care, Dementia Care, Nursing Care, and short-term Respite Care.
Designed around smaller communities, Goodwins Hall helps residents feel safe, comfortable, and truly at home. Care is tailored to each individual’s needs, promoting independence, dignity, choice, and wellbeing. The highly trained team is proud of the home’s warm, family atmosphere and reputation for delivering outstanding care....
Care Provided by Goodwins Hall Care Home
Primary Care Categories
- Older Person Care
- Dementia
Length of Stay
- Permanent Care
- Respite Care
Care Types Provided
- Residential Care
- Nursing Care
- Dementia Residential Care
- For a maximum of 78 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
Other Care Provided
- Parkinson's Disease
- Stroke
- Palliative / End of Life Care
- COPD/Pulmonary Disease
- Convalescent Care
Accreditations
- The National Dementia Care Accreditation Scheme (NaDCAS)
Facilities
- Own Furniture if required
- Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
- Close to Local shops
- Near Public Transport
- 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
Funding & Fees
Weekly Charges per Person
Weekly care fees at Goodwins Hall are determined following a Pre-Admission care needs assessment and room selection. Guideline prices range from £1,350 and Hairdressing Services, Newspapers etc are billable extras and not included in weekly care fees.
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact Goodwins Hall Care Home for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact Goodwins Hall 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)
Good to Know
Group / Owner
- Athena Care Homes (UK) Ltd
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Flavia Hansell (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: 2010
- Last Refurbishment: 2017
- Number of floors: 2
Room Information
- Single Rooms (74)
- Couples/Companion Rooms (2)
- Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (16)
Visiting
- Please feel free to visit Goodwins Hall at any time - the door is always open! Visitors more than welcome to come along to the Lifestyles Programme of activities at Goodwins Hall and join loved ones as they participate too.
Parking
- Standard and Disabled car parking spaces available at the front of the home.
Goodwins Hall Care Home Reviews (143)
Goodwins Hall Care Home has a Review Score of 9.8 (9.794) out of 10, based on 44 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Goodwins Hall Care Home has 143 reviews.
My next of kin was at Goodwins for just under 18 years. During this time she was well cared for and loved by the staff and she embraced being there by partaking in all the activities they offered. Excellent choice of activities. It is a testament that she was there for 18 years considering her disabilities and health issues. At times there were staff shortages, but when pointed out these were addressed.
Thank you so much for your thoughtful and touching feedback. We are truly honoured to have cared for your next of kin for nearly 18 years. It means a great deal to know she felt well-cared for and enjoyed the activities we offer. Our team strives to create a warm and engaging environment, and it's...
Although missing her home, she has settled well and is enjoying being cared for.
Meals are good and she thinks the carers are amazing. All in all, it has been a very successful move!
Thank you so much for your kind words and for taking the time to share your aunt's experience at Goodwins Hall. We are delighted to hear that she has settled in well and is enjoying the care and support we provide. It's wonderful to know that she feels comfortable and well looked after by our team...
Brilliant physio from one of the staff who has been a great support. All staff have been really kind and patient.
Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback! We are thrilled to hear that you had such a positive experience with our team. It's great to know that the care, food, and support from the chef, as well as the brilliant physiotherapy, made a difference for you. We will be sure to pass along your kind...
I was treated well during my stay, both medically and caring. The staff at all grades were all kind, considerate helpful and encouraging. The physio team certainly helped me immensely with exercises to get me walking, and activating my body generally so as to come home, for which I am very grateful. The staff were friendly, offering facilities for patients to enjoy but also respectful of your privacy as well. Sometimes meals were ok and if ask was given something more. My summing up for a relatively short stay was very helpful in all respects. Thank you all so much.
Thank you so much for your thoughtful review. We're delighted to hear that your stay with us was a positive experience and that you felt well cared for both medically and personally. It's wonderful to know that our team, especially the physiotherapy staff, made a real difference in your recovery...
Mum has been at Goodwins Hall just over a year 25/5/2023. She enjoys being in the home, and she is safe and looked after. She enjoys the activities recent trip to the zoo.
Thank you for your lovely comment. We're delighted to hear that your mum has been enjoying her time at Goodwins Hall and that she feels safe and well cared for. We're especially pleased to know she enjoyed the recent trip to the zoo. Our team is dedicated to providing engaging activities and ensuring the happiness and well-being of all our residents.
My mum was transferred from hospital to Goodwins Hall for rehabilitation including physiotherapy. The staff are fantastic, all the care for my mum has been outstanding. Would highly recommend Goodwins Hall.
Thank you, I am pleased mum is rehabilitating well and the staff have been supportive.
Goodwins Hall has a welcoming atmosphere and is clean, spacious and bright. The staff are very friendly, caring and approachable. If a resident is able-bodied, there are lots of activities in which they can participate. The gardens are lovely and very well maintained.
Thank you for your kind message and for sharing your positive experience at Goodwins Hall. We are thrilled to hear that you find our atmosphere welcoming and our facilities clean, spacious, and bright. It's wonderful to know that our staff's friendliness and care have made a positive impact. We're...
The care my mother gets from the staff is exemplary. I know that she can be cantankerous at times but this is always dealt with with a smile and joke. Incidents are always reported to either my brother or myself.
Thank you for your kind words and for sharing your positive experience with us. We are delighted to hear that the care your mother receives is exemplary and that our staff's approach helps to manage challenging moments with a smile and a joke. We are committed to maintaining open communication and...
My mother has been a resident for four years now, as she moved in just before lockdown. Unfortunately we couldn’t see her for the first five months due to COVID restrictions, but the staff were fantastic throughout that very difficult period. She is well looked after, and despite the staff always being exceptionally busy, they seem patient and caring. The facilities they have make the care she receives much better than when she was being cared for at home. She also gets to interact with many more people, both staff and residents, which is again better for her than when she was at home.
Thank you for your thoughtful message. We are deeply appreciative of your kind words and are glad to hear about your positive experience at Goodwins Hall. The lockdown period was indeed challenging for everyone, and we are pleased to know that our staff's efforts made a difference during that time....
Mum became a resident at Goodwins Hall last Easter, after a period of respite first. It wasn't a move she ever expected to make but she gradually settled with the support of the staff there. With the use of her wheelchair I have on occasions taken Mum downstairs to the main reception area where you can sit and enjoy a cuppa together or have a wander around the lovely and well-kept gardens. There are often activities going on and also special celebrations to which residents and relatives are invited. I have always found the staff to be friendly and supportive to Mum and myself. There is a hair salon downstairs so a pamper can be enjoyed and nails painted. Goodwins Hall always appears clean and tidy and staff are always professional and courteous. Yes it can be busy but if staff can't deal with something immediately, they will get back to you. Thank you all.
Thank you so much for sharing your positive experience at Goodwins Hall. We're delighted to hear that your mum has settled in well and that you both enjoy spending time in our reception area and gardens. We're pleased that our activities, celebrations, and amenities like the hair salon have been...
The quality of care my mum receives is excellent. Beautiful home with wonderful, kind and caring staff.
Thank you Michael, we appreciated your feedback, the staff are very kind and happy your mum likes the home.
When first came here, very unsettled. Now, I like and this is my home. I have care 24 hours a day and I am safe and not lonely anymore.
Thank you Sylvia, we are pleased you are now settled and enjoy staying here with us. Goodwins Hall appreciate your feedback.
Following Mother's recent illness and return from hospital, the manager, team leaders and care staff have been so kind and supportive. Recognising privacy and dignity needs for personal care. Much appreciated support with medical care and chasing up GP and prescriptions etc. Thank you for monitoring and reporting.
Thank you very much for your feedback Lyn, it is very much appreciated by our team.
Awful experience. I wouldn't recommend this place to anyone. Very expensive for private users. Recently informed by social services that my dear nan has been overpaying for her care. Care home was told this by social services and now my nan has been kicked out. This last year has been horribly stressful due to the way the care home has treated such a wonderful woman.
Thank you for your review Shaun and sorry to hear you were disappointed with the service we provided this time. We have worked with your family through this complaint and we understand that this is now fully resolved.
At times it is clear that there is a shortage of staff on shift but those on duty are working their socks off to maintain the high standards and level of care.
I found everyone cheerful, kind and willing to help in any way. I found I was looked after very well.
We used the respite facility - staying for two weeks. The care was excellent, the facility is well-staffed. Any instructions were carried out as requested. I thoroughly enjoyed my break, safe in the knowledge that he was well cared for and in very safe hands. It says he didn't particularly enjoy the food but I suspect he is very spoiled at home!
My mother stayed at Goodwinds Hall Care Home for three weeks, the staff treated my mother as part of the extended family. The staff treated my mother with dignity and respect.
Very happy with the positive team, including the maintenance team. The team leader is very approachable and positive as are the vast majority of the team. The food is very good too.
On first entering Goodwins Hall Care Home with my relative on her admission, I was struck by the friendliness, warmth and professionalism of the staff we met. Throughout my relative's stay, I often observed staff going over and above the call of duty and treating residents with kindness, respect and sensitivity. I shall always be grateful for the care my cousin received.
Thank you for your lovely feedback. Your cousin was a joy to know and a joy to look after.
With very best wishes,
Jayne
Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 28 September 2023Requires improvement
- CaringGood
- EffectiveGood
- ResponsiveGood
- 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
Please contact us for latest vacancies.
News (41) & Events (1)
- 11 Jun 2026
Plenty of competitive spirit, a few close calls, and lots of laughs along the way. Well played, everyone – already looking forward to the next match!
- 11 Jun 2026
A big thank you to the Health and Social Care Level 2 students from College of West Anglia for visiting our residents at Goodwins Hall! Our residents thoroughly enjoyed spending...
- 11 Jun 2026
Residents enjoyed tasting delicious Italian foods, taking part in a fun quiz, and getting creative with our pizza puzzle challenge using lasagne sheets! Lots of smiles, laughter, and friendly competition...
- 03 Sep 2026Organiser: Goodwins Hall Care Home
Awards / Recognitions (11)
- 24 Jan 2025Recipient: Athena Care Homes (UK) Ltd
- 01 Nov 2024Recipient: Athena Care Homes (UK) Ltd
- 29 Mar 2019Recipient: Athena Care Homes (UK) Ltd
Meet the Team (10)

Hello, my name is Flavia, and I am the Home Manager at Goodwins Hall.
My journey in care began in housekeeping at our sister home, Amberley Hall. Since then, I have been fortunate to progress through a variety of roles, including Care Assistant, Team Leader, Trainer, Residential Care Manager, and now Home Manager.
Every role has helped shape my passion for providing exceptional, person-centred care.I believe every resident deserves to feel valued, respected, and truly at home. Creating a warm, supportive, and enriching environment where residents can enjoy the highest quality of life is at the heart of everything I do.
I love spending time with our residents, getting to know them and supporting them to live fulfilling and meaningful lives. I am equally passionate about supporting and developing our wonderful team. By encouraging continuous learning and leading by example, I help ensure we provide the highest standards of residential and nursing care every day.
For me, Goodwins Hall is much more than a care home—it is a family, and our residents will always be at the heart of everything I do.

Hello, my name is Sowmya, and I am the Deputy Clinical Manager at Goodwins Hall.
I am passionate about delivering outstanding, person-centred nursing care while maintaining the highest standards of clinical excellence. I enjoy supporting, teaching, and coaching our team so that together we can provide exceptional care for every resident.
I believe in leading with kindness, compassion, and professionalism. Whether I am supporting residents, reassuring families, or working alongside colleagues, I always strive to create a warm, welcoming, and supportive environment where everyone feels valued.
Seeing our residents happy, comfortable, and receiving the best possible care is what motivates me every day. I am proud to be part of the dedicated team at Goodwins Hall and to help make our home a place where people truly feel cared for.

Hello, my name is Sam, and I am the Admin Manager at Goodwins Hall.
My journey at Goodwins Hall began in 2017 as a volunteer in the kitchen. I soon joined the team permanently before moving into the role of Receptionist, where I loved welcoming residents, families, and visitors to our home.
Today, as Administration Manager, I support the smooth day-to-day running of Goodwins Hall and enjoy helping residents, relatives, and colleagues with kindness, professionalism, and efficiency.
Building strong relationships and ensuring everyone feels welcomed and supported is one of the most rewarding parts of my role.
I am proud to be part of the Goodwins Hall family and enjoy making a positive difference every day by helping create a friendly, organised, and welcoming environment for everyone.

My name is Mari, and I joined Athena Care Homes in February 2024. I bring over 14 years of experience in the care sector, with a deep passion for supporting families through the important journey of finding the right care home for their loved ones. I work across our two King’s Lynn homes – Amberley Hall and Goodwins Hall – and I’m committed to offering guidance, reassurance, and a warm welcome every step of the way.

Hello, my name is Sam, and I am the Head of Housekeeping at Goodwins Hall.
I joined Goodwins Hall in January 2001, the year the home first opened, and I have been proud to be part of the team ever since. I started as a Night Care Assistant before progressing to Team Leader.
In 2019, I joined the housekeeping team and became Head of Housekeeping in 2021.
I take great pride in ensuring our home is always clean, comfortable, and welcoming. I know that a safe, well-maintained environment plays an important part in our residents’ wellbeing and helps them feel truly at home.
After more than 24 years here, Goodwins Hall feels like family to me. I enjoy seeing familiar faces every day and helping create a warm and happy home for everyone who lives and works here.

Hello, my name is Tom, and I am the Head of Maintenance at Goodwins Hall.
I joined Goodwins Hall in 2011 as a gardener before progressing into my current role as Head of Maintenance. I enjoy making sure our home is safe, comfortable, and well-maintained so our residents can enjoy their surroundings with complete peace of mind.
No two days are the same, and I enjoy solving problems, supporting my colleagues, and helping wherever I can.
Being reliable, approachable, and practical is something I take pride in, and I enjoy playing my part in keeping Goodwins Hall running smoothly and ensuring our residents' rooms are just the way they like them to be!

Hello, my name is Christine, and I am the Head Chef at Goodwins Hall.
I joined Goodwins Hall in 2024 with more than 24 years of experience in hospitality. Throughout my career, I have owned and managed pubs, restaurants, a rock and roll diner, and even spent six wonderful years running my own tapas bar in Spain.
Preparing nutritious, delicious meals that our residents genuinely enjoy is one of the most rewarding parts of my role.
I love working at Goodwins Hall because our residents make every day enjoyable, and it is such a cheerful and welcoming place to be.

Hello, my name is Katie, and I am a Unit Manager at Goodwins Hall.
I joined Goodwins Hall in 2021 as a Care Assistant while completing my Level 3 qualification in Health and Social Care. This was my first role in the care sector, and I quickly realised I had found a career I truly love.
Since then, I have progressed to Unit Manager, where I enjoy supporting both our residents and my team. I am passionate about creating a positive, caring environment where everyone feels respected, valued, and encouraged to achieve their best.
My long-term ambition is to become a Care Home Manager, and I am grateful for the opportunities Goodwins Hall has given me to learn, grow, and develop my career.

Hello, my name is Caroline, and I am a Unit Manager at Goodwins Hall.
I first joined Goodwins Hall in 2008 as a Senior Care Assistant before becoming Residential Care Manager at our sister home, Amberley Hall, in 2019. After gaining additional experience in the healthcare sector, I was delighted to return to Goodwins Hall in 2024.
I am passionate about providing compassionate, person-centred care while supporting both our residents and colleagues every day. Leading my team and helping residents enjoy the highest quality of life is what makes my role so rewarding.
Goodwins Hall has always felt like home to me. I value the supportive team, our wonderful residents, and the opportunity to make a positive difference in people’s lives every day.

Hello, my name is Binla, and I am a Unit Manager at Goodwins Hall.
I joined Goodwins Hall in December 2023 shortly after receiving my UK nursing registration. Since then, I have been proud to support our residents with compassionate, person-centred nursing care while continuing to develop my clinical knowledge and leadership skills.
I was delighted to progress into the role of Unit Manager within our nursing community. I enjoy leading my team, supporting my colleagues, and ensuring every resident receives the highest standard of care in a safe, welcoming, and respectful environment.
What I love most about Goodwins Hall is the teamwork and support we share—it truly feels like one big family.
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