
The friendly greeting I received when I came to visit told me that this was the place for mumKatherine H(Daughter of Resident/Service User)

the staff were very welcoming and went to a great deal of trouble, to settle my frail fatherMervyn G(Son of Resident/Service User)

elatives and visitor were made to feel welcome at all hoursMervyn G(Son of Resident/Service User)

The friendly greeting I received when I came to visit told me that this was the place for mumKatherine H(Daughter of Resident/Service User)

the staff were very welcoming and went to a great deal of trouble, to settle my frail fatherMervyn G(Son of Resident/Service User)

elatives and visitor were made to feel welcome at all hoursMervyn G(Son of Resident/Service User)

Heron Lodge Nursing Home is a Tudor-style building located in the scenic Norfolk Broads, employing a qualified team of Nursing and Care Staff who are thoroughly resourced and skilled in the provision of dementia and palliative care.
All care provision is organised to suit the individual, with person-centred techniques working alongside a varied activities programme to support a flexible lifestyle.
There are regular visits from related health professionals and therapists, while the team take pride in going the extra mile for the sake of residents.
Care Provided by Heron Lodge Nursing Home
Primary Care Categories
- Older Person Care
- Dementia
- Physical Disability
Length of Stay
- Permanent Care
- Respite Care
Care Types Provided
- Residential Care
- Nursing Care
- Dementia Residential Care
- Dementia Nursing Care
- For a maximum of 30 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
Other Care Provided
- Parkinson's Disease
- Stroke
- Palliative / End of Life Care
- Convalescent Care
- Acquired Brain Injury (ABI)
Facilities
- Own Furniture if required
- Close to Local shops
- Near Public Transport
- Lift
- Wheelchair Access
- Gardens
- Phone Point in own room
- Television point in own room
- Residents Internet Access
Funding & Fees
Weekly Charges per Person
* Subject to assessment
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact Heron Lodge Nursing Home for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact Heron Lodge Nursing 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
- Kingsley Healthcare Group
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Emma MacKenzie-Bedford(Interim Home Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Ages 45+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: Yes
- Last Refurbishment: 2012
Room Information
- Single Rooms (30)
Visiting
- Open visiting
Parking
- Parking on site
Heron Lodge Nursing Home Reviews (53)
Heron Lodge Nursing Home has a Review Score of 9.4 (9.371) out of 10, based on 10 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Heron Lodge Nursing Home has 53 reviews.
It's a lovely nursing home. The staff are always welcoming and take very good care of their relatives. You can see that they really care for their people who they are looking after. My husband was only here for a short time but he settled in very quickly and loved his food. Very good relationship with local practitioner too.
Thank you so much for your kind words Linda. It was a pleasure to have your husband in our care.
Our Mum spent the last few months of her life at Heron Lodge, receiving palliative and end of life care. From the moment she arrived from hospital, Mum was made to feel welcome and comfortable and all of her family were welcomed too. We were able to visit Mum whenever we could and this gave us extra special times with her. Mum received quality nursing care and the staff were caring and kind. Heron Lodge is extremely well managed and this shows in the skills, teamwork, friendliness and commitment shown by the staff. We were supported during Mum's final few days, especially my sister who visited daily and was kept in the loop at all times. Mum was treated with the dignity she so deserved and we will always be grateful for that. Thank you to everyone at Heron Lodge.
Heron Lodge is a wonderful home. It has a very safe, homely feel and is a lovely place to spend time. My mum is very well cared for and enjoys her time there being supported by staff that really care. There is a real sense of family which makes our visits even more special. There is always something going on or someone to talk to. So mum is very happy and content there. I would definitely recommend.
My father spent the last few months of his life at Heron Lodge. This home has an excellent management team. The staff are all compassionate and caring, both towards the residents and the families. Communication with me and the family was always excellent – They always had time to address my concerns despite being very busy at times. My dad was quite frail when he first arrived after previously living independently, but at Heron Lodge he perked up and seemed more like his old self. He enjoyed his time here even though his mobility and memory were failing him. Well done Heron Lodge.
George, thank you so much for your kind words, it means so much to us to have the work of the staff and the home acknowledged in such a positive way. We were absolutely honoured to look after Dad, and what an absolute gentleman he was.
My mum has been at Heron Lodge for exactly a year now, and I cannot fault anything about her care. She is always dressed lovely with her hair brushed etc The staff are all amazing, they are like a family to my Mum. It doesn't matter what their job is, if they see anything that needs doing or anyone who needs help, they are straight in. The communication I have always had with the home is brilliant. The management are brilliant and again always hands-on. This is a 5 star home.
Thank you so much Claire! We are grateful for your kind words, I will share this with the team.
If you're looking for a nursing home for your parents or relative, look no further. My dear dad was only at Heron Lodge for a short time but the care not only for my dad but for me too was exceptional. My dad was kept immaculately clean and tidy at all times and all personal issues were dealt with very professionally. Every single member of staff was very approachable at all times for the smallest of queries. I can’t praise Heron Lodge high enough. Thank you to each and every one of you for all your help and support.
I cannot speak highly enough of the care my aunt received whilst living at Heron Lodge during the final months of her life. At 94 years of age, my aunt was frail and chose to stay mainly in her room. However, her needs were always addressed with great kindness and dignity. The staff were always popping in to check on her and to offer a kind word and a cheerful face. Before she died she told me she was being well looked after and that her meals were lovely! Grateful thanks to all the staff at Heron Lodge!
Thank you for your kind words. We are grateful to have been a part of your aunt's life here at Heron Lodge.
We get regular updates from the manager on what is happening at the home and also specifically on how mum is doing. There are also Zoom meetings for family and residents too.
The home seems to have good links to other medical professionals for when needed.
The staff are very friendly and thoughtful, an example is that the kitchen staff keep in snacks which they know mum likes and she can pop into the kitchen at any time and request what she would like as she doesn't always like to eat at regular times.
My mother has been very happy since moving to Heron Lodge in 2018. Home is well managed and all concerns answered promptly. The staff are all very kind and caring. Home is clean and tidy. Rooms are clean bright and tidy. Covid-19 has been managed exceptionally well, with controlled visits and video calls available.
Thanks, Andy, for such a lovely review, we appreciate the comments
Mum has been at Heron Lodge for nearly 9 months, initially on a temporary placement after a number of falls and a decline in her cognitive abilities. Despite the vast additional work placed on the staff in dealing with the pandemic they have tried very hard to enable me to make safe, distanced visits when possible. The pandemic has meant that up to now I am only familiar with reception and a dining area which are clean and well-kept. Mum always appears cleanly dressed and well cared for. The staff treat her with courtesy, dignity and patient consideration. She seems very content with her surroundings and her care. The atmosphere between staff and residents is relaxed but professional. I have found the staff friendly and approachable and they keep me very well informed about Mum's condition. I am delighted that Mum now resides here permanently.
Thank you for the positive words. We are so glad that Mum has been able to stay with us at Heron Lodge.
The real test of a care home is the happiness of the residents. At 102 years old, Mum was not enjoying life at home and it was obvious that she needed residential care and a move to Heron Lodge was arranged. Now, at 103, her life has improved dramatically despite the trials that the lockdown has imposed. She regards the staff highly and talks about them as her friends. From my point of view, I can say that the staff run the home very efficiently and have managed to get through the pandemic with care, understanding and no infections. Nothing is too much trouble.
Living some distance from my brother, to know he is being well looked after whilst I'm not able to visit, has been a great relief.
I cannot recommend this home highly enough. Whoever gets to live there will be a very lucky person.
I'm so pleased with the help I have had to settle my dad in. The care standard is extremely high. I am so happy, and he is quite at home already. This has been so stress-free. Very happy with all the help.
The home takes care of Mum, she is always clean and tidy. She looks well and is well-fed. The home is clean. The staff are friendly.
Since my mother was admitted under palliative care her improvement and quality of life have improved beyond recognition. This can only be attributed to the excellent care and attention provided by the home.
From conversations with my brother, he feels he should receive more care from a senior carer/nurse. There are no activities for people who are still fully in charge of all their facilities as most of the patients have dementia. The bank nurses are not always fully aware of all his health requirements. Luckily he has Sky TV to keep him occupied.
All staff are extremely helpful, friendly and cheerful. They seem to genuinely care about their residents and really get to know their residents, treating them with respect and care and as individuals.
Mum is treated as an individual and with dignity and respect. She is always clean and well cared for. The staff are lovely and management are very approachable and have time to listen. Sadly mum passed away on 18th February. She was very well looked after and was kept comfortable, maintained her dignity and was pain-free until she passed away peacefully on the 18th. On the day and since then, all staff have been fabulous and supportive, in particular the events coordinator, admin, nurse and clinical lead. I know they must face this situation often but I don't and they made me feel at ease and were empathetic and helpful and were extremely respectful and professional. My sincere thanks go to all of them at this sad time.
My aunt has been very comfortable at Heron Lodge. Feedback from her suggests she is very happy with the care she receives and the staff, who are very caring.
My father has been here since Christmas an seems to be very happy which is a massive relief for me. The staff are very lovely and caring and respectful. I would highly recommend this home for anyone
Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 21 February 2018Good
- CaringGood
- EffectiveGood
- ResponsiveGood
- SafeGood
- Well-ledGood
Inspection ratings
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- 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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- 07 Aug 2026Organiser: Heron Lodge Nursing Home
Awards / Recognitions (10)
- 30 Jan 2026Recipient: Kingsley Healthcare Group
- 31 Jan 2025Recipient: Kingsley Healthcare Group
- 31 Jan 2024Recipient: Kingsley Healthcare Group
Accreditations
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Meet the Team (4)

My name is Claire, and I’m so pleased to be part of the team as Home Administrator. While this is my first role within a care home, I bring over 25 years of administrative experience from the hospitality and estate agency sectors, with a strong focus on organisation and working with people. You’ll find me in the Home Manager’s office, supporting the management team with the day-to-day running of the home. I love being part of a caring team and helping to create a warm, well-run environment for our residents. Care is something very close to my heart. My son lives in a supported living home, which has given me a deep understanding and empathy for residents and their families—something I bring with me into my role every day. Outside of work, I enjoy spending time with my family and friends, walking my Labrador, and gardening.

I am the Activities Co-Ordinator for Heron Lodge. I am currently enjoying getting to know the residents. I have a vast amount of experience in the care sector, having previously worked as a Carer and Activities Co-ordinator. I really enjoy being able to fulfil meaningful moments and planned sessions and activities with residents, including 1:1 time and group sessions. I enjoy the happy things in life. I am married to Robert, and we have 8 children, 5 girls and 3 boys, all grown up now, and they have given me 12 lovely grandchildren.

I am an aspiring chef with a strong passion for food, creativity and learning the art of cooking. I enjoy experimenting with flavours, seasonal ingredients and presentation to create dishes that bring joy and connection to others. My goal is to develop my skills in the kitchen, gain hands-on experience, and grow into a confident & innovative chef. I'm enthusiastic, hardworking and dedicated to turning my love for cooking into a lifelong career in the culinary world.

My name is Lisa, and I have worked in the public sector for over 25 years, including roles within the NHS and in this care home. Supporting others is something I truly care about. I believe everyone deserves to feel valued and respected, and I always treat others in the way I would like to be treated. Family is very important to me, and when I am not working, I enjoy spending time with my partner, children, grandchildren, and siblings. I am a reliable and approachable person, looking forward to contributing positively to my new position
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