
A very caring and peaceful home that is well run and managedM D(Son of Resident/Service User)

Riston Lodge is an excellent home, so clean and modernRikid(Partner of Resident/Service User)

Their compassion and understanding of our families needs have been faultless.Susan W(Daughter of Resident/Service User)

A very caring and peaceful home that is well run and managedM D(Son of Resident/Service User)

Riston Lodge is an excellent home, so clean and modernRikid(Partner of Resident/Service User)

Their compassion and understanding of our families needs have been faultless.Susan W(Daughter of Resident/Service User)

Ritson Lodge is a purpose-built Care Home set in the delightful village of Hopton-on-Sea. Only a short walk from the beautiful coastline of Norfolk, the home specialises in providing residential care, dementia care, and respite stays.
Set in a light and airy purposefully designed setting, the home offers modern but homely living for residents. From the cosy en suite bedrooms to the spacious and welcoming living and dining areas. Ritson...
Care Provided by Barchester Ritson Lodge
Primary Care Categories
- Older Person Care
- Dementia
Length of Stay
- Permanent Care
- Respite Care
Care Types Provided
- Residential Care
- Dementia Residential Care
- For a maximum of 60 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
- Convalescent Care
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
This Weekly Fee rate is an indication only of a typical standard fee rate for a resident living in a standard, comfortable room. A final Weekly Fee rate will be confirmed once we have carried out a pre-admission needs assessment.
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact Barchester Ritson Lodge for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact Barchester Ritson Lodge 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
- Barchester Healthcare Ltd
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Chris Perks (General Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Ages 55+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: Yes
Room Information
- Single Rooms (60)
- Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (59)
Visiting
- Please feel free to visit Ritson Lodge at any time - the door is always open!
Parking
- Onsite standard parking and disabled spaces are widely available at the home.
Barchester Ritson Lodge Reviews (144)
Barchester Ritson Lodge has a Review Score of 9.8 (9.787) out of 10, based on 20 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Barchester Ritson Lodge has 144 reviews.
My friend is very happy there and has settled so well.
Thank you, all at Ritson Lodge.
I cannot recommend Ritson Lodge enough. We looked at all available care homes in the area, and Ritson was by far the best. I thank everyone for the care they give my father.
Dear Stephen, many thanks for your time writing us a review, here at Ritson Lodge we are committed to providing the best care possible and we strive to do so, so it is wonderful to hear your feedback about the team achieving this. It is an absolute pleasure and privilege to support not only your dad, but your mum and all the family . We look forward to welcoming you when you are back in the UK.
Mum has been here over 3 years now, she is very happy being here, the staff are brilliant with her, sorting out all her needs, all her personal things if they have to, she is still reasonably independant too. I can't fault anything that Ritson do for her. I would like to thank all the staff for her care, they have been wonderful
Hi Elaine Could I please thank you for giving us the time to write a review. We are thrilled you are happy with the care and support we provide here to your mum and I will ensure this is past on the staff team here at Ritson Lodge.
One complaint: 'communication' - poor. Requested none of mothers clothes were washed apart from her pants - if necessary, as she was in for a weeks respite. They moved her upstairs to a different room, didn't pass on message and started washing all and sundry. Hence almost two weeks later they are still trying to locate her clothes! Not impressed. Everything else appeared to be very good. All the staff were understanding, kind & helpful. *3 pairs of pants still missing, the only item I actually marked with her initials!
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We are sorry to hear that you felt the need to post further comments following your mothers respite departure from our care. As previously advised, our team had informed you of the formal complaints procedure, and we regret that this was not...
The place itself is bright, well maintained and being purpose built has lots of space so residents (and their visitors) have many different areas to go without being confined to their room or a single communal area.
Of course more important than the building/facilities is the level of care given and Ritson Lodge has definitely built an excellent team - whilst alongside the 'official' carer roles the many supporting staff create a genuine 'community atmosphere' - I have found them all to be approachable and friendly.
I would also say that for me personally it is reassuring when your own opinion is shared by others - I have more than once over-heard other families and new residents comment that they researched and visited other similar homes but that Ritson came as their top choice!
Thank you.
Thank you for kind review and feedback. Ritson Lodge strives to ensure our Environment is homely and spacious ensuring the Residents feel that this is their home. It is always fantastic for the whole team to be appreciated. Thank you and I will ensure this is shared with the team.
My mum, Sylvia, has been a resident at Ritson Lodge from July 2022 to February 2026. During that time she was treated with care and respect. The team were always doing their utmost to make sure she was well looked after. The environment is friendly and the food extremely good. I live 200 miles away & always visited without notice - every time the environment was as we would expect and all the team welcoming. Thank you all.
Many thanks for spending the time to write us a review. It has been an absolute privilege to care and support you mum thank you for choosing Ritson Lodge. I will ensure this lovely review is shared with the team.
All staff are professional yet friendly. Nothing is too much trouble and Ritson Lodge has the feeling of a hotel rather than a Care Home.
Thank you for kind review and feedback. Our team at Ritson Lodge strive to ensure our Residents feel that this is their home. It is always fantastic for the team to be appreciated. Thank you.
It's good to know he is safe & happy.
Thank you for taking the time to give us your feedback, and thank you for such lovely comments. We are so pleased to hear how happy your stepfather is at Ritson Lodge.
I feel that everyone is friendly & care about my well being.
Thank you!
Thank you so much for your lovely review. The team will be so pleased to hear your positive feedback!
Ritson Lodge continues to deliver a very high standard of care. The staff are friendly, caring and approachable. However gaps in staffing has led to a decline in activities offered to residents. The change in management has led to some positive changes and the very constructive Residents/Relatives meeting has prompted some of these changes. It appears from residents comments that the food can be a bit hit and miss.
We find the home modern and well facilities on site. The staff are very helpful, responsive to residents needs and local people helping from different areas. The home is well kept, clean and no smells. Given the age of most residents there has been some menu issues.
Dad has been at Ritson Lodge for 10 months and in that time he has settled in very well and while in the past there have been one or two issues the home has continually provided wonderful care. In the run-up to Christmas, the home was beautifully decorated by them, along with some lovely seasonal entertainment and activities the home really embraced Christmas. The staff all entered the Christmas spirit and we had Santas, elves and grinches. However, it was Christmas day when Ritson Lodge made a special effort. Relatives were invited to join their loved ones for lunch and the home made a really lovely effort. Relatives were seated with their residents for a festive lunch and all the staff made so much effort to make it a memorable day for all of us. From the food and drink (well done) to the festive atmosphere created by all the staff it could not have been better. Dad spent his first Christmas at Ritson Lodge and for his circumstances it was a fantastic place to be.
That is so nice to hear. I have fed this back to the team today and they were so happy to have made such an impact. We do love Christmas, that is for sure.
Mum has now been in the care of this fantastic establishment for nearly two months and my wife and I can only endorse her feelings. From the management team down to every single member of staff, they are all an absolute credit to the home. It's clear they really care and have already made a massive difference to my mother's quality of life. As a self-funding resident, it is a massive financial commitment although comparable with most other good care homes. It is however worth every penny in that my wife and I can now rest easy knowing Mum is in the hands of a truly professional team of people who really care.
We are so glad she felt that she wanted to stay with us and that she has done so well here. Thank you for such a wonderful review, the team felt very proud that Mum feels so at home here.
Mum's health has deteriorated significantly this year but all the staff continue to look after her really well. They are attentive to her changing needs and diet and although bed-bound, they still try to include her in activities as much as is possible, e.g. at Halloween, they gave her pens to colour in pictures which she enjoyed. The staff are friendly and approachable, nothing is too much trouble. Mum is content and settled in Barchester Ritson Lodge and now considers it her home which, in turn, makes me happy.
That's really nice to hear, I will feed this back to the team. We hope to use our rainbow tables to help those that are not so able. If there is any thing we can do please let me know.
My dad came in a very ill, weak man, unable to eat but left eating, much stronger and happy.
Thank you for your feedback, I hope Dad is doing well. I'm glad we got him eating again. I'll pass this on to the team, they will be thrilled to hear about your experience.
The staff responded quickly and efficiently when my 97-year-old mum recently had a fall. They have adapted their care to meet her increasing needs. They are kind and respectful and keep us fully informed at all times.
It's so nice to have Mum doing so well. She always puts a smile on our faces. Thank you for the review; I will pass it on to the team.
Cannot fault Barchester Ritson Lodge. The care, and the staff are exceptional. Activities are excellent, nice to see the residents joining in.
Thank you so much for your review; I will pass it on to the team. So glad the activities are excellent; it really is getting busy now.
All the staff treat my husband with respect and lots of patience.
Sorry to find that you find there is not enough towels, face cloths and toilet roll. I'll ask the team to put in a spare. If there is anything else we can improve on to increase our review, please let me know. I'm always looking to make residents and families happier with their stay. I am glad to hear that the staff appear happy working here and they treat him with respect.
Her stay was short - just 2 weeks, but I cannot praise the staff enough for the way they looked after her. With the encouragement of the carers, she made excellent progress both physically and with her social skills. The standard of care was exemplary. Thank you!
Thats great to hear that she is doing so well. I'm so thrilled that she was well cared for by the team and I will pass on your feedback.
I would describe Ritson as amazing in every respect.
Thank you.
Thank you so much for your review; it's very kind of you to feedback. We wish him all the best in the future.
Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 26 January 2023Good
- CaringGood
- EffectiveGood
- ResponsiveGood
- SafeRequires improvement
- Well-ledGood
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 (44) & Events (4)
- 21 Jun 2026
Residents at Ritson Lodge love the animal therapy sessions that our dedicated Activities Team organises *weekly/monthly*. As one of the foundations of our Life Enrichment program, we know that animal...
- 21 Jun 2026
Regular outings are just one aspect of our life enrichment program and all the trips we take are at the request of the residents. Our monthly activities calendar boasts a...
- 11 May 2026
By taking regular feedback and requests from our residents we can enhance our life enrichment program to suit the interests of the residents. Our Jigsaw club has become a weekly...
- 14 Aug 2026Organiser: Barchester Ritson Lodge
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Awards / Recognitions (16)
- 09 Jun 2026Recipient: Barchester Healthcare Ltd
- 09 Jun 2026Recipient: Barchester Healthcare Ltd
- 15 Apr 2026Recipient: Barchester Healthcare Ltd
Accreditations
There are no accreditations posted yet for Barchester Ritson Lodge.
Meet the Team (9)

Hello, my name is Chris Perks. I am the General Manager of Ritson Lodge Care Home. Welcome to our website. I am an experienced manager with over 35 years of experience within the care sector, with 25 years in senior management.
I believe in a whole team approach. Working together has one team to ensure person-centred care is top of our agenda at all times. Delivering outstanding quality of care, creating a life enrichment programme tailored to our residents' needs and interests.
Our door is always open to visitors who want to experience our family-friendly atmosphere, and I am always ready to speak to anyone who is starting to explore their future care needs. My team and I look forward to welcoming you to Ritson Lodge.

Hello, my name is Ashton. I started as the Deputy Manager at Ritson Lodge in July 2025.
I have extensive experience within the care sector. I have experience working in nursing homes, housing with care schemes, HR and quality management. I am a qualified lead auditor in ISO 9001, which is related to providing quality of care.
My passion is helping residents and Relatives, and that's what I enjoy most in my role as Deputy Manager.

I have an extensive background in healthcare with 22 years’ experience as a Registered Nurse working within the NHS, including hospitals, the private sector, GP surgeries, prisons and schools. I also lectured.
I have worked in the admin team at Ritson Lodge since 2017 and have a strong connection to the residents and staff, and feel very proud to work here at Ritson Lodge.
I am passionate and strive to provide a first-class experience to our residents and their relatives. Working with my team, I am responsible for all aspects of administration at the home.
I look forward to welcoming you to our happy home.

Hello, my name is Becky, and I am the Head of our Memory Lane Dementia Community here at Ritson Lodge.
I have been working at Ritson Lodge for over 10 years now and my passion since I was very young has always been looking after the elderly and Dementia Care.
Our residents have so many fantastic stories that they share and I really enjoy getting to know their families and friends too when they come to visit.
I really enjoy working at Ritson Lodge and nothing drives me more than providing the best possible care for all of our residents who choose to make Ritson Lodge their home.

Hello, my name is Annmarie, and I am the head of community at our Residential Care Community at Ritson Lodge
I have worked with the Ritson Lodge family since 2023, starting as a care assistant, and with the support of the company, I completed an apprenticeship level 3 in Lead Adult Care Worker.
Over this time, I have made many memories with our amazing residents and their families. On occasion, I bring my Cockapoo, Indy, to the home to see all our lovely residents, and I love seeing how much joy that it brings them.
I am very passionate about my role and the outstanding care that our team provide to our residents here at Ritson Lodge.

My Name is Robert ( known as Bobby). I have been in the catering industry for over 20 years, working in many fine dining restaurants.
My role at Ritson Lodge is to lead and work with my kitchen team to provide a high-quality dining experience with menus that are tailored for our residents and their needs.
I love working alongside the staff and residents to create new ideas for menu planning, and speaking to the residents about their pasts and understanding what their favourite dishes are.

Hello, my name is Paul and I am the Maintenance Manager at Ritson Lodge.
As the Maintenance Manager, I make sure the home and gardens are maintained to a high standard. We are very proud of our beautiful home and the whole team works hard to ensure that our residents enjoy living here.
It is my responsibility to make sure every resident's stay here is as comfortable as possible and I am always on hand to help residents with putting up a new picture, installing a new TV or rearranging their furniture.
My door is always open to anyone who has an idea about improving the home in any way.

Hello, my name is Angela and I am the Head Housekeeper here at Ritson Lodge.
I especially enjoy spending time with our residents and getting to know them as my team and I maintain the highest level of cleanliness and standards throughout our home. I love to help our residents settle in and ensure everything is just as they like it every single day!

Hello, my name is Julie and I am one of the Administration Assistants here at Ritson Lodge.
I enjoy supporting our residents and assisting with any queries from relatives too. In addition to welcoming new visitors and I look forward to meeting you and helping you further when you visit our beautiful home.
Frequently Asked Questions about Barchester Ritson Lodge
What types of Care is Barchester Ritson Lodge registered for?
Older Person Care, Dementia are the registered (by the Care Quality Commission) categories of Care.
How many Rooms does Barchester Ritson Lodge have?
There are 60 Single Rooms.
What are the Facilities & Services at Barchester Ritson Lodge?
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 are some of the Facilities & Services.
How far is Barchester Ritson Lodge to the centre of Great Yarmouth?
5.0 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.
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