
Brandon Park is set in a beautiful setting and is an excellent nursing homeMaureen S(Daughter of Resident/Service User)

It is like a hotel, they always have plenty for the residents to doJ W(Wife of Resident/Service User)


Brandon Park is set in a beautiful setting and is an excellent nursing homeMaureen S(Daughter of Resident/Service User)

It is like a hotel, they always have plenty for the residents to doJ W(Wife of Resident/Service User)


Rated Outstanding by the CQC (November 2022), Brandon Park is a nursing and residential care home set within Brandon Country Park in Suffolk, with woodland and parkland giving residents open space and natural light rarely found this close to a town centre.
The home is substantial, with wide corridors and generous communal areas, and sits a short walk from the duck pond and independent coffee shop, with Brandon town centre close...
Care Provided by Brandon Park
Primary Care Categories
- Older Person Care
- Dementia
- Physical Disability
- Visual / Hearing Impairment
- Younger Adults
Length of Stay
- Permanent Care
- Respite Care
Care Types Provided
- Residential Care
- Nursing Care
- Dementia Residential Care
- Dementia Nursing Care
- For a maximum of 65 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
- 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
- Residents Kitchenette
- Television point in own room
- Residents Internet Access
Funding & Fees
Weekly Charges per Person
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact Brandon Park for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact Brandon Park 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
- Stow Healthcare Group
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Jack Anthony-Knell (Home Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Mixed (no single-gender units)
- Ages 18+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: No
- Last Refurbishment: 2021
- Number of floors: 2
Room Information
- Single Rooms (47)
- Couples/Companion Rooms (9)
- Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (10)
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.
Brandon Park Reviews (91)
Brandon Park has a Review Score of 9.7 (9.660) out of 10, based on 25 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Brandon Park has 91 reviews.
I have found the memory centre a caring environment for my mother. Any issues have been dealt with immediately. It is clean and comfortable and I am happy to know she is well cared for. The home is in a lovely location, which enables me to take her for a walk, which she very much enjoys.
Many thanks for taking the time to leave us such a positive review, your wonderful comments mean so much to the team. It is an absolute pleasure to be able to care for your mother and support you as a family. Best regards.
I have already submitted a review, but since then my mother has moved from the main home setting to the new Memory Centre at Brandon Park. She has dementia and was finding the main care home routine frustrating. She is relatively fit and healthy and needed to be able to do things that were 'normal' for her at home, but were simply not possible in a general care home setting, such as helping with the washing up, making a hot drink etc. The Memory Centre allows my Mother the freedom to have a say in what she does, as the daily routine is more relaxed. If she wants a lie-in and a late breakfast, she can! The staff are extremely attentive, but at a distance so the residents feel they are more in control of what they do and when. My mother has gone from strength to strength at the Memory Centre, with the close attention of all the brilliant staff. She is happier than I could ever have expected her to be and I put this down to the excellent care the staff in the Memory Centre give her.
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us such a wonderful review. We are so pleased to hear how well your mother is doing at the Maple Memory Centre and your comments mean a great deal to the team. Warm regards.
My mother moved to the Maple Memory Centre at Brandon Park, when it had just started taking family members in June 2021. We were very impressed with the philosophy of the Maple Memory Centre and felt that this would enable her to be as independent as she would like to be. The staff are brilliant and work consistently hard to meet the needs of the family members and to encourage them to do as much for themselves as they can (or are happy to do), to maintain interests, skills and mobility, showing great patience and empathy. The Maple Memory Centre, homemakers, family members and their families, are like a real family unit. As well as some planned activities, staff observe the family members and will then find activities that that person enjoys doing. My Mother has cooked, gone for walks (with a stop at the cafe for a cuppa), done gardening, washed and dried dishes and much, much more. The staff are well trained and I enjoy my visits greatly to see Mum and everyone at the Maple Memory Centre.
We are always so pleased to hear how well our residents are doing and cannot thank you enough for leaving us such a positive review. It is wonderful to hear how happy and independent your mother is at the Maple Memory Centre. Your comments mean a great deal to staff. Kind regards.
My mother went into Brandon Park Nursing Home in December 2019 after being unable to go home after a stay in hospital as she could no longer be left alone. It was a very hard decision as she had been so independent prior to her hospital stay. The manager and her team assured us that she would be well looked after which she was. She had a number of health issues and was not expected to live long. The care she had was excellent and she did not want to take part in the activities but with persuasion by the carers, she eventually did and really looked forward to taking part. March 2020 Covid decided to make an appearance and a very tough time for everyone. My mother struggled with lockdown as she was used to seeing us regularly. The staff were very good and made sure that she kept in touch with us and she would always say they were her extended family. Sadly my mother passed away in October but grateful we were with her at the end. Thank you to everybody who made her final months comfortable.
Thank you for your very kind words and for taking the time to leave us such a warm and positive review. Your comments mean a lot to staff, and we are really pleased to have been able to care for your mother and support you as a family. Best wishes to you all.
We have been very satisfied with all the care and attention that my friend has received from all the staff we have spoken with. Whenever we phone or visit, the staff are very polite and considerate and prepared to help in every way possible.
Thank you for taking the time to review Brandon Park. We appreciate your continued support.
Back in November 2020, the time had come for my 87-year-old father to be admitted to a nursing home as he suffers from Dementia. My mother and myself like anyone else wanted to find dad the best possible place but with a Pandemic upon us, this we thought wasn’t going to be easy. Then we had a recommendation for Brandon Park House. Four months on, my Father is as settled as he can be with his illness. He is being looked after by a fabulous team of caring and loving staff. I wouldn’t wish for my Father to be anywhere else. I would also recommend Brandon Park House to anyone.
How lovely to read your comment and your lovely words about our team - we are so happy to see this! We are especially pleased that you have had such a good experience during the pandemic when as you say, these decisions were made even harder. We really appreciate you taking the time to review Brandon Park.
I would 100% recommend Brandon Park Nursing Home, as the Team who work there are brilliant.
We are so happy to read about your positive experience of Brandon Park, and in particular, how much your dad was able to enjoy all the activities in the home. Thank you for your warm recommendation.
My Dad was a resident at Brandon Park for roughly 18 months. In this time Dad was treated with dignity and respect and I cannot thank the staff enough for the wonderful care they gave him. He was happy there and we had peace of mind knowing he was safe and well looked after. Although Dad was quite content to stay in his room most of the time staff still included him in activities and crafts. We sadly lost Dad last November but even through these terrible terrible times Dad was not alone which meant the world to all his family and friends, and I cannot rate Brandon highly enough, it is set in a beautiful country park which residents love to see. I’m so glad Dad was able to enjoy his last months in this lovely place, thank you to all staff for your care and compassion, you will always be a part of our family.
We are delighted that the care given to your dad through those 18-months was so good and that your dad was supported in a way that suited him and helped him live a good life. We really appreciate your comments. Thank you.
In the time that she has been there, the change and improvement have been huge.
She has regained a healthy weight and now enjoys her food.
She is relaxed and her blood pressure is at a normal reading.
She is keeping herself occupied and busy doing reading, puzzle books and handicrafts that she has not bothered with for many years.
Until Covid - she had friends and family visiting her regularly as if she were at home. Even the family dog visited.
The care staff are very good and have really made a difference, and great improvement, for my Mother's quality of life.
It is not just a nursing home - it is her home.
What a lovely review to read! Thank you so much for sharing your experience of Brandon Park. We are so pleased to hear about the improvements to your mother's social and physical wellbeing since being at our home!
My mother moved into Brandon Park in October 2019 due to very poor health. She was very well looked after. The care given to her was brilliant. Mum had a number of health problems and these were all taken care of. She eventually, during her time there became stronger and enjoyed joining in with the many activities that were held in the care home. The care home staff kept me informed all the time as to how she was doing. The staff were cheerful and friendly. Mum sadly became very ill and the care she was given was kind and amazing The care staff were also very kind and supportive to me. I cannot thank them enough.
Your kind words mean so much to the team at Brandon Park. We are delighted that we have been able to support you and your family.
I can only say how highly I regard the level of care and compassion afforded to my Father in his final days. Every member of staff at every point of his journey has been so lovely and we all know that Dad has had the best care possible. To say that we are impressed with the dignity and respect Dad has received along with what we can only describe as genuine kindness is an understatement. Also, the friendliness and compassion that we as a family have experienced towards us have been unforgettable during what has obviously been a difficult and emotional time. I would have absolutely no hesitation in recommending Brandon Park Nursing Home to anyone. All I can say is a massive thank you to everyone. The Manager should be very proud of your brilliant team. I know Dad would also thank you all and appreciate the love and care you have given him.
Thank you so such for your kind words. We were delighted to be able to support you and your Father.
Kind regards,
The Brandon Park Team
Management is very efficient, nothing is too much trouble.
I have no hesitation in recommending this home.
Thank you so much for taking the time to review Brandon Park. We are delighted that you are so happy with your loved one's care and that the management team have been able to help you!
Brandon Park is the best care home that I know it makes you feel welcome. The staff are brilliant I cannot fault them. It is like a hotel, they always have plenty for the residents to do, games, bingo etc. The location is fantastic what with the forest, the pond and the cafe where you can get out and have a break and see the scenery.
Thank you from all the staff at Brandon Park. Your positive comments and kind words mean a lot to us!
My mother was a resident at Brandon Park Nursing Home for a little over two years. The manager, her management team and staff provided excellent care, responding immediately to any concerns and ensuring that she was safe and well looked after. Unlike other care homes we visited, the home is full of joy and life, with daily activities and regular events throughout the year. Brandon Park is a majestic building set in a beautiful country park and offers a lovely environment for residents and their guests to enjoy. I will treasure memories of our summer picnics in the gardens and walks through the park. Thank you to all at Brandon Park for providing a warm and loving home for Mum during her final years.
Thank you so much for giving us such a wonderful review. Sam and her whole team will be delighted to read this. Our very best wishes to you all from Brandon Park.
My mum spent three years and five months at Brandon Park Nursing Home and I am so very glad that she was there, the care she received was outstanding. The staff always aim to please, whether it was an interest or hobby that my mum wanted to do or taken outside to sit in the garden to enjoy the sunshine. If she didn’t fancy the menu one day the kitchen would often cook her an omelette which she loved. Mum was also very fussy about her hair and had it done every week at the home which for her felt like a lovely treat. She was sometimes a difficult and challenging character but the staff knew her so well and knew how to win her over and cheer her up. Whenever I visited I could often hear her in the bedroom with the carers laughing and singing, I felt like she was part of a big family. I am also very grateful to the staff and management for the support they gave me, always informative and compassionate during a difficult time, always managing to make me smile with a friendly welcome.
The Brandon Park Team.
This reassured us that all of his needs were catered for.
He received the best possible treatment for his physical well being and mental well being.
He was never alone, there was always someone to care for him, talk to him, reassure him when he didn't feel well and all of this welfare was 24/7.
I can't thank the staff for all the help they gave him and by this individual treatment and support, they all helped to make his remaining years comfortable.
Dear Rosie, thank you for all of your support! The Brandon Park Team.
There are no words that can adequately convey my family's gratitude to this fantastic establishment and to the wonderful people who work there, and that work so very hard to maintain the extraordinarily high standard of care that each resident receives. My father passed away at Brandon Park in March of this year, defying all odds (and sometimes medical science) for nearly two years from an initial end of life diagnosis. We are certain that this can be attributed in very large part to the exceptional quality and very high standard of care delivered by all of the teams involved in looking after residents - carers, nursing staff, auxiliary personnel and management. Not only was my father's medical wellbeing managed to the highest standards, he spent his last years awash with love, affection, kindness and friendship from the very many Brandon Park staff that engaged with him every single day. My family and I enjoyed exactly the same experience; we are eternally grateful to you all.
Dear Tina, we are so pleased that we got to know your Father and that we were able to support him, as well as your whole family, during his time at Brandon Park. The Brandon Park Team.
My only regret is that during her final week of life I was not able to see her, due to the lockdown caused by the Coronavirus nationwide virus outbreak and consequent government decisions.
I know the staff continued to care for her during that time in exactly the same excellent way as they had done before.
I do miss her but I do thank everyone at the home with heartfelt gratitude for looking after her.
God Bless you all.
Dear Gordon, we appreciate your generous comments and are glad that we were able to support you and your wife. The Brandon Park Team.
My mum was only in Brandon Park for the last few weeks of her life but the staff made them the happiest she had in a long time. I cannot thank the staff enough for the love and care they gave her. It was lovely to see her laugh and smile as she was pain-free for the 1st time in a long while. The staff helped us organise a Xmas party for her when she told them that she was sad that she wouldn't see Christmas. They also looked after us when we invaded the home in her last days. Nothing was too much trouble for them. They were angels.
I was very unsure about putting Mum in a care home but my worries soon disappeared after seeing the care shown at Brandon Park. The friendly faces are so reassuring for my mum and the family.
Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 26 November 2022Outstanding
- CaringOutstanding
- 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
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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*. Contact us to find out more *T&Cs apply....
- 01 Jun 2026
We're taking part in Care Home Open Week 2026! From Monday 15th to Sunday 21st June, Brandon Park will be opening our doors to the community. We'd love for you...
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Awards / Recognitions (9)
- 30 Jan 2026Recipient: Stow Healthcare Group
- 22 Apr 2021Recipient: Stow Healthcare Group
- 28 Feb 2020Recipient: Brandon Park
Accreditations
There are no accreditations posted yet for Brandon Park.
Meet the Team (3)

Jack has nearly a decade of experience in the care sector, having worked across more than 37 care homes in Norfolk and Suffolk. During this time, he progressed through a range of roles including care assistant, business administrator, deputy manager and manager, gaining experience across dementia care, independent living and nursing services.
Jack is passionate about supporting people to maintain choice, control and independence, particularly when they may be facing vulnerable moments in their lives. He finds it especially meaningful to help people remain connected to who they are and to feel respected and supported.

Meet Carol - Deputy Home Manager of Brandon Park
Carol works closely with the Home Manager to oversee daily life at the home, making sure residents receive the right level of care and support at every stage of their stay.
A large part of the role involves working alongside the care team, keeping standards consistent and stepping in to lead when needed. Building strong relationships with residents and their families is just as important, whether that's through regular updates, answering questions or being available when something needs addressing quickly.
Carol also plays a key role in show rounds, helping prospective families understand what life at the home looks like and how the team supports residents day to day. Taking the time to talk through any concerns helps families feel more confident about their decision.
With a hands-on approach and a genuine interest in the wellbeing of residents, Carol is a familiar and reassuring presence around the home.

Vicki has seven years of experience in the care sector and previously worked as a care assistant before joining Brandon Park. She is dedicated to delivering high-quality care and building strong, supportive relationships with residents and their families.
What she values most about her role is the warm, home-like environment within Brandon Park, where everyone works together like one big family. She particularly enjoys seeing residents take part in daily activities, create new memories and spend meaningful time with loved ones. She is also passionate about supporting staff, helping guide new team members from their induction through their ongoing development.
Outside of work, she enjoys spending time with her two sons, family and friends. She also loves reading, visiting the spa to unwind and travelling whenever she has the chance.
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