
What a wonderful care home! Such good service, happy, caring, clean and helpful.Glenn C(Son of Resident/Service User)



What a wonderful care home! Such good service, happy, caring, clean and helpful.Glenn C(Son of Resident/Service User)



The skilled team at Britten Court provides high-quality care that is fully personalised to each resident. Care services range from respite and residential to nursing and dementia care. There is also a day club offering care and companionship for people in the local area.
Britten Court has its own cinema room, café and hair salon, which residents can use whenever they wish. The café is a great place to catch up...
Care Provided by Britten Court
Primary Care Categories
- Older Person Care
- Dementia
- Mental Health Condition
- Physical Disability
- 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 80 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
- Advanced/Complex Dementia
Other Care Provided
- Parkinson's Disease
- Stroke
- Palliative / End of Life Care
- Day Care
Facilities
- Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
- Smoking not permitted
- 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
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact Britten Court for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact Britten Court 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
- Care UK
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Chloe Swarbrick(Home Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Ages 55+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: Yes
Room Information
- Single Rooms (80)
- Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (80)
Parking
- On site
Britten Court Reviews (87)
Britten Court has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.853) out of 10, based on 22 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Britten Court has 87 reviews.
Dad has lived at Britten Court for the past sixteen months. He arrived there from hospital and they have rehabilitated him following a broken hip and covid. He was so poorly when he arrived there. They have looked after him wonderfully well and he is now so much better. The staff are so caring and look after the residents with dignity, understanding and kindness. He has been encouraged to take up new hobbies, which he thoroughly enjoys. He has chosen to stay permanently. We are both happy with his care.
My father is very well cared for and has improved after leaving hospital malnourished and severely unkempt.
The staff are friendly and caring and on the whole, she is very well cared for.
I had my mum as a resident at Britten Court until the beginning of February this year, when she passed away. The staff were friendly, providing good care for my mum. Professional management team are always ready to help and listen to us as relatives. Overall, a great home.
My uncle is in the nursing wing, but has learning difficulties and disabilities. The care given is very good. I have no complaints whatsoever.
My mum has been a resident of Britten Court for five months now and seems to be happy and well cared for. If I have any concerns, they are promptly dealt with. I am very happy with the staff and feel Mum is kept safe.
Excellent home with a friendly atmosphere. Staff work extremely hard to make the residence feel at home. Nothing is too much for them.
I've been visiting my dear friend here for a couple of years. I have to say it is the best care home she could be in. What a lovely, caring, friendly place it is. Definitely one of the top ones I've been to.
The staff are always friendly and helpful, there is a community spirit and a family feel. The home is open, airy and light. The staff are kind, I would be extremely happy for a member of my family to live here and receive excellent care.
Sadly my Mum passed away on 20/3/19 but the care she received from all members of staff on Lighthouse was exemplary on all counts. We, as a family, could not have asked for any more from any of the staff. Also, the care that was shown to my sister and I was very kind and caring during such a difficult time. The home's manager is doing a great job. Very many thanks to them all.
Britten Court is a lovely friendly place, with excellent facilities and wonderful carers who from my experience really do care for my Mum in Law and the other residents.
Mum had a fall and broke her wrist in a couple of places so she has needed extra help with everything. Also, the staff have been a great help with mum's hospital visits. All the staff are caring, happy and always very willing to assist in any way and I'm glad that mum is a resident of Britten Court.
Our family can only praise the care our family member receives. The staff are always kind and very helpful.
Mum did not want to go into care but became poorly. Her best friend is her little dog. After seeing how upset she became at the thought of losing her home and beloved pet the manageress said they would take both of them. They have both settled in now, and as a son I know she is happier with her dog there. I feel she is getting the best care and her dog is now a bit of a star at Britten Court. Thanks everyone for making Mum and pet feel welcome. Form management, chef's cleaners and carers. Thank you.
My brother-in-law has been in Britten Court Care Home since 3rd November 2018 and we find the care he is receiving is second to none. The home is spotless and staff very efficient, friendly and caring. The food is excellent and the chef and catering staff are very obliging. The carers not only care, but go out of their way to provide entertainment for the residents.
My mother entered care with Britten Court care home late 2018. During this time I have found the quality of care outstanding. The friendliness and consideration of staff at every level has enabled me to feel that my mother is safe and cared for medically and professionally, leaving me with no more fears for her overall well being.
My sister was in Britten Court for three weeks. She was terminally ill and during her last weeks she was made extremely comfortable and nothing was too much trouble for the staff both for her and relatives who visited.
My mother was at Britten Court until her passing. She was treated very well and we were made to feel like family. When she passed away the home did a guard of honour and the Manager and Deputy Manager held the doors and I was so touched by this. We couldn't have asked for more.
Had a good stay and excellent care by all staff.
Staff are there welcoming you and ask if you know where you are going and who you are seeing.
Staff are always friendly.
Bed Vacancies
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News (43) & Events (0)
- 29 May 2026
Care UK’s commitment to supporting residents has been nationally recognised, as the organisation took home the large care provider of the year accolade at the 2026 Care Home Awards. At...
- 29 May 2026
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- 29 May 2026
Colleagues across Care UK are celebrating after being shortlisted in eleven categories at the Stars of Social Care Awards, the most the company has ever been shortlisted in at the...
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Meet the Team (1)

I originally began working for Care UK when it took over the running of various homes operated by Suffolk County Council. The organisation truly puts residents at the heart of everything, which I completely support. It’s also very supportive as an employer – as a manager I have a great support network to help me do my job to the highest standards.
I enjoy mornings the most at Britten Court: many residents are up and about and I can spend time with them, having a chat and finding out how they plan to spend their day. I’m privileged to work with some wonderful residents and families, including some people we’ve been supporting for a long time because they transferred from the old Council-run homes as I did!
Outside of work, I have a very busy home life. I’ve three children and eight grandchildren who I love spending time with.
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