Silversprings

Tenpenny Hill, Thorrington, Colchester CO7 8JG
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Silversprings care home in Thorrington, Essex, is encompassed by stunning landscaped gardens. The kind and compassionate team at the home delivers personalised care services, including residential, nursing, dementia and short-term respite care, offering peace of mind for today and the future.

Step inside Silversprings and you’ll be drawn in by its individual furnishings, décor and style. The ground floor lounge is a large, light-filled area - the perfect place to relax and unwind. The bedrooms at Silversprings are beautifully furnished and offer en-suite wet rooms. Keen gardeners will love the fact that ground floor rooms have their own patio doors and direct access to the gardens.
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Care Provided by Silversprings

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
  • For a maximum of 64 Service Users

Dementia Care Types

  • Mild Dementia
  • Moderate Dementia
  • Advanced/Complex Dementia

Other Care Provided

  • Parkinson's Disease
  • Stroke
  • Palliative / End of Life Care
  • COPD/Pulmonary Disease
  • Convalescent Care

Facilities

  • Own Furniture if required
  • Near Public Transport
  • Minibus or other transport
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair Access
  • Gardens
  • Phone Point in own room
  • Television point in own room
  • Residents Internet Access

Funding & Fees What's included?

Weekly Charges per Person

  • Self-Funded Residential Care: from £1525
  • Self-Funded Residential Dementia Care: from £1620
  • Self-Funded Nursing Care: from £1790
  • RESPITE Self-Funded Residential Care: from £1735
  • RESPITE Self-Funded Residential Dementia Care: from £1830
  • RESPITE Self-Funded Nursing Care: from £2000

Fees are subject to a pre-admission needs assessment which is required to fully understand the level
of care and support required by each individual. Premium rooms normally require an additional charge.
Nursing fees include the Funded Nursing Contribution (FNC) if you are eligible.


What’s included?
• All care and support including a monthly review of care plans
• All meals, snacks and drinks freshly prepared every day by our chef
• Access to landscaped gardens
• Activities and lifestyle programme
• All utilities and other accommodation costs
• Housekeeping and laundry services
• WiFi internet access


Please note, the weekly fee does not include hairdressing, chiropody or other healthcare visits or
appointments not covered by the NHS, toiletries, newspapers or magazines, any over the counter
medications that a GP wouldn’t normally prescribe such as paracetamol and indigestion relief, and any
other privately arranged healthcare. Should you require an escort to hospital appointments, we may apply
an agreed hourly charge for this service.

These prices are only a guideline, please contact Silversprings to find out the exact price for your requirements.

Contact Silversprings 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 £254.06 per week and is usually paid directly to the care home.

Contact Silversprings to confirm what's included and get a personalised quote:

Good to Know

Group/Owner

Person in Charge

  • Joanne Rix (Home Manager)

Local Authority / Social Services

Admission Information

  • Ages 55+

Care Home Design/Build

  • Purpose Built: Yes

Room Information

  • Single Rooms (64)
  • Single Rooms with Ensuite Wet Room (64)

Parking

  • Parking on-site

Silversprings Reviews (155)

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Silversprings has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.884) out of 10, based on 40 reviews in the last 2 years.
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Review from D R (Husband of Resident) published on 26 January 2026 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
You could not be more impressed the moment you enter the grounds from the main road, its just like a park with large well kept grounds including a duck pond. The staff and management are excellent every one is treated wtih are and dignity from the moment you arrive. The home is kept to a high standard
of cleanliness. Food is very good with freshly cooked meals and options every day. The rooms have built in bathrooms and are cleaned daily. Hairdressers are available every Tuesday in their salon and would not hesitate to recommend Silversprings care home to anyone.
Reply from Lisa Sadler, Reviews Team at SilverspringsWe are so grateful for your lovely review, we so appreciate your kind words and the fact that you love the home as much as we do.
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Review from P B (Daughter of Resident) published on 20 January 2026 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I can say that silversprings has been so good,i have been able to spend time being a daughter again not a care giver.staff are always available to sort any needs and couldn't wish for a better home for my loved one.thankyou to all.
Reply from Lisa Sadler, Reviews Team at SilverspringsWe are so grateful to you for taking the time to write this lovely review and we are thrilled that you are enjoying the time with Mum as her daughter. We love having you both as part of the Silversprings family.
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Review from Helen D (Sister-in-law of Resident) published on 13 January 2026 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My sister in law was poorly with a chest infection early December. I was informed directly, the doctor prescribed antibiotics, which cleared the infection quickly. All the staff were so caring and loving towards Mary.
Later that month was her birthday when a delicious cake was made just for her.
There again the staff all made a fuss of her.
Christmas time; all the staff take such care and make sure all residents have a present to open.
Silversprings is well run with any problems dealt with quickly.
Reply from Lisa Sadler, Reviews Team at SilverspringsAt Silversprings we set a high standard for ourselves, so we are very pleased to hear that your experiences with us are so positive and we thank you for leaving such a lovely review. I will pass these word on to the team. Thank you again.
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Review from Caroline M (Daughter of Resident) published on 13 January 2026 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My mum is a full-time resident at SilverSprings due to dementia, and the care, kindness and respect she receives every day truly mean the world to our family. She is treated with dignity, patience and genuine warmth, and the staff have always made her feel safe, valued and cared for.


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period, my dad stayed at Silver Springs for respite care while we were away on holiday. As always, they went above and beyond to make him feel comfortable, settled and included, and ensured he still experienced the joy and warmth of Christmas. One particular highlight for my dad was the Boxing Day lunch, which he spoke about with such happiness. It was clear how much effort had gone into making the day special, and moments like that made all the difference to his experience and wellbeing.


Knowing that both my parents were being so well looked after gave us complete peace of mind while we were away.


SilverSprings is more than a care home - it's a community built on kindness

Reply from Lisa Sadler, Reviews Team at SilverspringsHi Caroline,
Thank you very much for taking the time to leave us feedback about your experience for both Mum and Dad. We love that you are all part of our Silversprings family.
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Review from Jackie W (Friend of Resident) published on 12 November 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Greeted warmly by the reception. Ushered into the lounge to wait for the resident. Passed through tastefully decorated spaces and a comfortable and homely lounge. The resident was wheeled in looking happy and comfortable. He talked for a long time. Concluded by praising the staff and saying he was very
happy.
We were all given tea/coffee and cake.
Afterwards, in the entrance hall, we discussed the wonderful "wishes" given to residents and all of the seasonal celebrations, as well as birthdays.
Reply from Lisa Sadler, Reviews Team at SilverspringsThank you very much for taking the time to leave us feedback about your experience when visiting your friend here at Silversprings.

At Silversprings, we set a high standard for ourselves, so we are very pleased to hear that your experience with us has been a positive and memorable one.
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Review from S P (Sister of Resident) published on 25 September 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My sister is very happy and settled at Silversprings. The staff are very caring and well trained. She enjoys and takes part in all the activities. The entertainment that is booked to come into the home on a regular basis is well varied and the residents are well entertained. It is so lovely to see everyone
enjoying themselves and taking part. My sister has made many friends. It is very important for myself and our family to know that she is well cared for and looked after. Residents families and friends are always made welcome.
Reply from Lisa Sadler, Reviews Team at SilverspringsWe appreciate you taking the time to leave us feedback about your experience.

At Silversprings Care Home - Care UK we set a high standard for ourselves, so we are very pleased to hear that yours and your sister's experience with us has been a positive one.
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Review from A G (Daughter of Resident) published on 19 September 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My Mother became a resident here at Silversprings in May this year. She was diagnosed with Vascular Dementia eight years ago and it was becoming too much for us to look after her at home. It took her about a month and a half to fully settle in. Now that she is, she is happy and relaxed and has made
friends. She enjoys the routines, entertainment and food and feels safe. The staff are very supportive, caring and kindly professional. I am so pleased to see her relaxed, happy and taken care off.
Reply from Lisa Sadler, Reviews Team at SilverspringsThank you very much for taking the time to leave us feedback about your experience here with us.

We love how settled Mum is now and that she is part of our Silversprings family, as are you.
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Review from Janice C (Friend of Resident) published on 18 September 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Although my contact has so far only been as a visitor attending their monthly Dementia Cafe, I have always found Silversprings to be friendly and welcoming. The residents appear to be happy and extremely well cared for. There always seems to be numerous activities and interests for the residents including
trips out, celebrations and "special occasion" days and events. The staff I have met are extremely nice friendly people who genuinely care and offer compassion and respect.
Reply from Lisa Sadler, Reviews Team at SilverspringsThank you very much for taking the time to leave us feedback about your experience here with us at the Dementia Cafe.

At Silversprings Care Home - Care UK we set a high standard for ourselves, so we are very pleased to hear that your experience with us has been a positive one. We really value your review.
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Review from Ralph C (Son of Resident) published on 18 September 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We moved my mum to Silversprings just over a week ago after five months in another local home, and the difference has been amazing. Previously bedbound, she is now sitting up for meals, using the bathroom, and has already enjoyed a shower.


The staff are warm, enthusiastic, and encouraging, and there's

a real sense of activity and energy in the home. We are so pleased we made the move - Silversprings has already made a huge positive impact on Mum's quality of life. Keep up the good work :-)
Reply from Lisa Sadler, Reviews Team at SilverspringsWe cannot thank you enough for this glowing review. We are so happy that you chose us to look after Mum, and we are thrilled you are happy with our staff and services. Thank you.
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Review from B C (Daughter of Resident) published on 12 August 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Mum was diagnosed with mixed dementia approx 5 years ago and living at home with carers coming in four times daily. After a fall at home and being admitted into hospital with broken shoulder, myself and siblings decided it was no longer an option to remain at home. Mum moved into Silversprings December
2024. Apart from the amount of pressure and anxiety taken from family, mum now has a life, engaging all day with others, activities to keep her occupied. Mum is well looked after, nutritional needs taken care of and living her best life. The care and kindness at Silversprings is second to none.
Reply from Lisa Sadler, Reviews Team at SilverspringsWhat a lovely review. I will pass your kind comments to all the staff. Thank you for sharing your experience of the home, it really does mean a lot to us.
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Review from R T (Daughter of Resident) published on 11 July 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I went to visit Silversprings with the possibility of my Mum moving there to be closer to me. From the moment I walked in and was met by customer relations advisor I knew Mum would hugely benefit from living there. Staff were exceptionally friendly & professional and the home felt it had " soul". Mum
was lucky enough to move in 4 weeks later and has not looked back! She has settled in really well and has enjoyed making new friends. All aspects of her care has been excellent. The manager and all staff including maintenance team are always available and approachable for any questions/ queries. I would not hesitate to recommend Silversprings, they have truly gone above and beyond to ensure Mum feels " at home" .
Reply from Lisa Sadler, Reviews Team at SilverspringsThank you very much for taking the time to leave us feedback about your experience here at Silversprings. It is a pleasure to have you and Mum as part of our family.
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Review from G P (Wife of Resident) published on 1 July 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My husband is having a very difficult time due to health problems and the care and support we have had from all the staff has been wonderful without this I do not know what I would have done. Caring for my husband cannot be easy and I want to thank them for everything. They always have time for me
too which has been wonderful. Thank you.
Reply from Lisa Sadler, Reviews Team at SilverspringsThank you for your lovely review. You are both part of the Silversprings family.
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Review from Sarah C (Daughter of Resident) published on 21 May 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
As a daughter of a mother with alzheimers and vascular dementia, trying to manage her care at home was becoming unmanageable and making me extremely ill myself. Since Mum's admission to Silversprings in December 2024, life has been SO much better for both of us: unrecognisable from the life we both
had prior. She is exceptionally well cared for, treated with respect, dignity, humour and love. I have not seen her so happy and well-kept for many years. She is no longer lonely and is busy all the time, enjoying taking part in the wide range of activities offered daily, from baking to Bingo, from coach trips to carpet bowls.
She is eating very well and infact believes Silversprings to be a restaurant where her and her new friend eat several times a week as "you won't get better food and service anywhere else!" I've been told many of the diners are regulars for the same reason!
Admitting Mum to Silversprings was 100% the right decision. Our only regret is not having made the move sooner!
Reply from Lisa Sadler, Reviews Team at SilverspringsThank you very much for taking the time to leave us this lovely review. It means so much to us that you are so happy with the care Mum receives. We love having her as part of the family here, as we do you!
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Review from PAUL E (Son of Resident) published on 13 May 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Mum's dementia has worsened, necessitating her move into full-time care during the winter. Our initial visit to Silversprings during a dementia café was positive, with engaging entertainment and welcoming staff. Although adapting has been challenging for Mum, the staff's patient and empathetic care
has vastly improved her quality of life. Despite living far away, we are confident she receives excellent care and is in a safe and supportive environment. We express our gratitude to the Silversprings team for their dedication.
Reply from Lisa Sadler, Reviews Team at SilverspringsAt Silversprings Care Home - Care UK we set a high standard for ourselves, so we are very pleased to hear that your experience with us has been a positive one.Thank you for taking the time and leaving us a review.
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Review from M B (Daughter of Resident) published on 9 May 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Mum is happy, calm, well cared for and most of all safe at Silversprings.
My sister and I continue to be thankful for the care and attention shown by all staff at the home. All staff, whatever their role know all the residents and treat them with respect and dignity.
Reply from Lisa Sadler, Reviews Team at SilverspringsThank you so much for taking the time to leave us this lovely feedback about your experience here at Silversprings.We love having mum, and you both as part of the Silversprings family.
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Review from M C (Niece of Resident) published on 25 April 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I am so glad my aunt is now a resident here as this is such a lovely place. Inside and out it like a hotel and having met several of the staff I no longer worry about my aunts safety and medical needs. Each time I have visited there have been activities to keep the residents occupied, and I know they
are also taken out by minibus to local attractions, such as garden centres. The food is lovely and the dementia cafe, held within the home, each month is an opportunity for carers to meet support eachother.
Reply from Lisa Sadler, Reviews Team at SilverspringsThank you very much for taking the time to leave us feedback about your experience.At Silversprings Care Home - Care UK we set a high standard for ourselves, so we are very pleased to hear that your experience with us has been a positive one. We are so happy to have your Aunt with us
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Review from John K (Husband of Resident) published on 29 January 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Beautiful house and grounds well maintained and friendly welcome from staff.
Reply from Lisa Sadler, Reviews Team at SilverspringsAt Silversprings Care Home - Care UK we set a high standard for ourselves, so we are very pleased to hear that your experience with us has been a positive one.
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Review from M R (Daughter of Resident) published on 23 January 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I moved my Mum to Silversprings for a two week respite after she come home from hospital after a fall. In these two weeks mum has become her old self again, they have helped her so much, she is in a routine that is helping with her dementia.
She is eating so well and loving the daily comings and goings
which give her so much to chat about .
We have decided that in her best interest she is now a resident.
We visit any time we like and it's such a lovely friendly home. Thank you.
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Review from S W (Wife of Resident) published on 9 January 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
All the staff from management down are so caring, professional and friendly. The care my husband is receiving in his final few months is excellent.
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Review from Peter F (Son of Resident) published on 23 December 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
The staff looking after our mum was so very caring and can't thank them enough for their loving attention during Mum's stay.
The food was always constantly at a good tasty level.
Mum enjoyed the live entertainment when it was on.
Thank you.
Reply from Lisa Sadler, Reviews Team at SilverspringsThank you very much for taking the time to leave us feedback about your experience. At Silversprings Care Home - Care UK we set a high standard for ourselves, so we are very pleased to hear that your experience with us has been a positive one.
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Current Review Score: 9.9 (9.884)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.9 (9.884) out of 10 for Silversprings is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  1. The Average Rating is 4.9 out of 5 from 40 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 40 positive Reviews in the last 24 months.

Detailed Breakdown of Review Score

The maximum Review Score for a Care Home is 10, which is made up from the Average Rating of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) and the Number of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) in the last 24 months:

  1. 5 Points are available for the Average Rating from all Reviews in the last 24 months. The Average Rating of 4.884 for Silversprings is calculated as follows: ( (424 Excellents x 5) + (43 Goods x 4) + (6 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 473 Ratings = 4.884
  2. 5 Points are available for the number of Positive Reviews in the last 24 months. A Positive Review is defined as any Review with an 'Overall Experience' of '4' or '5' (out of a max rating '5'). The 5 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Silversprings is based on 40 positive Reviews in the last 24 months and is calculated as per below:

    The 5 points available are broken down as follows:

    1. 4 points are available for the first 20 Positive Reviews in the last 24 months; 3 points for the first Positive Review, 0.125 Points for each of the next four Positive Reviews, 0.05 Points for the next five Positive Reviews, and finally 0.025 Points for the next ten Positive Reviews. (1st = 3.000, 2nd = 0.125, 3rd = 0.125, 4th = 0.125, 5th = 0.125, 6th = 0.050, 7th = 0.050, 8th = 0.050, 9th = 0.050, 10th = 0.050, 11th = 0.025, 12th = 0.025, 13th = 0.025, 14th = 0.025, 15th = 0.025, 16th = 0.025, 17th = 0.025, 18th = 0.025, 19th = 0.025, 20th = 0.025) 3 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.05 + 0.05 + 0.05 + 0.05 + 0.05 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 = 4
    2. 1 point is available for the number of Positive Reviews reaching 20% of the registered maximum number of service users in the last 24 months. If this number is partially reached, then that proportion of 1 point is given. eg a Care Home registered for a maximum of 50 service users has to reach 10 Positive Reviews to receive 1 point, if it has 7 reviews it will receive 0.7 points. 20% of the 64 registered maximum number of service users is 12.8, which has been reached with 40 Positive reviews. Points = 1
  3. When a Review is submitted by someone who has previously submitted a Review, only the latest Review will count towards the Review Score.
  4. If a Care Home does not have a review in the last 24 months, then it will not have a Review Score.

Regulatory Rating

Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating

Date: 31 May 2019

Overall Requires improvement

  • Caring Requires improvement
  • Effective Requires improvement
  • Responsive Requires improvement
  • Safe Requires improvement
  • Well-led Requires improvement
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Joanne

Joanne Rix

Job Title: Home Manager Joined: 2020

I first qualified as a nurse back in 1987 and completed further training in 1992. I then worked in both health and social care, working with adults with learning disabilities, and mental health needs, and also as a manager of two other care homes in Suffolk. I joined Silversprings in 2020 after seeing from the Care UK website how beautiful the home is.


I believe it’s important for the home manager to be approachable, caring, and open with both their team, the families, and also and most importantly the residents that live in the home.


My favourite part of my job is knowing that no one day is the same. I love spending time with the residents and also seeing how the staff engage with them, hearing their stories from their youth and their words of wisdom to the younger generation.


Outside of work spending time with my family is my big love, I have three grown-up children, and a beautiful granddaughter who stays regularly. I also enjoy walking my Labrador, Max, in the countryside around my home. A glass of rosé wine is my favourite tipple after a long day.

Frequently Asked Questions about Silversprings

What types of Care is Silversprings registered for?

Older Person Care, Dementia & Physical Disability are the registered (by the Care Quality Commission) categories of Care.

How many Rooms does Silversprings have?

There are 64 Single Rooms.

What are the Facilities & Services at Silversprings?

Own Furniture if required, Near Public Transport, Minibus or other transport, Lift, Wheelchair Access, Gardens, Phone Point in own room, Television point in own room & Residents Internet Access are some of the Facilities & Services.

How far is Silversprings to the centre of Colchester?

6.4 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.

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