
I came in for 6 weeks respite care & could not have been looked after any better.Penelope C(Respite Resident/Service User)

I thank you for the good care he is getting.A H(Wife of Resident/Service User)

All very impressive, clean, good quality - well done staff - you're amazing.Jill L(Friend of Resident/Service User)

I came in for 6 weeks respite care & could not have been looked after any better.Penelope C(Respite Resident/Service User)

I thank you for the good care he is getting.A H(Wife of Resident/Service User)

All very impressive, clean, good quality - well done staff - you're amazing.Jill L(Friend of Resident/Service User)

Marham House, nestled in Bury St Edmunds, offers a warm and welcoming home for up to 66 residents, providing compassionate residential and dementia care in a friendly, comfortable setting.
Each spacious bedroom features its own en-suite wet room, ensuring privacy and dignity are always respected. The home sits within a peaceful residential neighborhood, close to transport links, local amenities, and attractions, making visits from family and friends easy and enjoyable.
Marham House...
Care Provided by Marham House Care Home
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 66 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
- Palliative / End of Life Care
- Convalescent Care
Facilities
- Own Furniture if required
- Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
- Smoking not permitted
- Close to Local shops
- Near Public Transport
- Lift
- Gardens
- Bar/Café
- Residents Kitchenette
- Phone Point in own room
- Television point in own room
- Residents Internet Access
Funding & Fees
Weekly Charges per Person
Fees can vary depending on care needs and other factors. Colleagues at Marham House will be happy to discuss our weekly fees with you and what our fees include.
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact Marham House Care Home for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact Marham House Care Home to confirm what's included and get a personalised quote:
Funding Types Accepted
- Self-Funding (Private)
- Local Authority with Top-up
- Local Authority
- NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC)
Good to Know
Group / Owner
- Anchor
- Voluntary / Not for Profit Owned
Person in charge
- Martha Nhidza (Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Mixed (no single-gender units)
- Ages 65+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: Yes
- Year Purpose Built: 2020
- Last Refurbishment: 2020
- Number of floors: 3
Room Information
- Single Rooms (66)
- Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (66)
Visiting
- Visitors are welcome at Marham House.
Parking
- Onsite parking is available, including disabled spaces.
Marham House Care Home Reviews (102)
Marham House Care Home has a Review Score of 9.7 (9.681) out of 10, based on 23 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Marham House Care Home has 102 reviews.
My mother came to Marham House because she needed extra support & could not longer live on her own, From the first day the support she has been given has been aexcellent the staff have been 100% & nothing is to much trouble, the only area she has struggled is the food becouse he is celiac & has suger diabeties the home has found it difficult to give her the right food that sustains her. the theam have been very supportive in trying to get this right & hopefully this is now happening. Over all Marham House has a fantastic group of staff who mother really likes. So we are glad we chose you!)
Thank you for taking the time to leave Marham House Care Home a review. We are so pleased you have rated our staff and care/support as Excellent. Our resident's safety, dignity and happiness are of the upmost importance to us here so your kind words about our team are greatly appreciated and will...
I have been here before on respite. I think it is not quite as good as when I was last here in August 2025.
Thank you for taking the time to review Marham House and we are pleased you rate our care/ support as excellent. It was lovely that you joined us for a further respite stay. As discussed with you, the arrangement of our fees and what is included has changed since your previous stay. We're always...
My great nan came to the care home from hospital 3 weeks ago and i can notice how happy she is. She always tells me how amazing the staff are, they are so caring and kind and look after all the residents so well. I really have seen an improvement in Nan since coming in because of how nervous she was to go there but now she wouldn't change it for the world now she loves it so much. All of the staff i have spoken to are so lovely and so welcoming.
My mother moved in a week ago the staff have been amazing to my mum and so helpful to me mum was worried about going into a care home but she is so happy everyday telling how lovely the staff are and how helpful they are and that makes me feel so happy that mum is happy the staff I have met are so so nice.
Moving to a care home is a big decision for everyone involved. Marham house recognised this..It is a Beautiful residential home. It is very homely and not clinical at all, which made a big difference with the transition for my Nan. The staff are all so friendly and warming. I would not hesitate to recommend Marham House to anyone else. Thankyou for caring xx
Would highly recommend.
My husband has been in your Bury St Edmonds Care Home for 6 months. His care has been excellent by all staff members. Over the months his needs have increased but so has the care provided. Thank you!
I received no advice on how to get back home or to get help to get me back home
Thank you for taking the time to review Marham House and we're pleased you rate our staff as very good. Thank you for choosing Marham House for your stay and we apologise that we had issues with our boiler and one of our washing machines during your time with us. These issues were resolved as soon...
First impressions - How friendly and welcoming the staff were. The home was light and bright and clean. Food was served with care & thought. Residents treated with dignity.
I came in for 6 weeks respite care & could not have been looked after any better. Good food, lots of activities happening to keep residents entertained & stimulated. Staff are wonderful & friendly, this is the best care home I have stayed at.
First impressions show spacious and good equipment throughout. Staff are all caring and get to know their patients. Dementia always takes extra attention and my husband has received that. I thank you for the good care he is getting.
Thank you for taking the time to review Marham House and we are pleased that you rate our overall experience as excellent. We're glad you are happy with Marham House, where I'm always happy to discuss feedback to ensure that care and all aspects of day to day life are to the satisfaction of our residents and their loved ones.
I am so impressed with Marham House, the staff so helpful and friendly, but I've noticed just how many there are on each floor, always available for residents. Everything is spotlessly clean, carpets, armchairs, bed covers all immaculate, even paintwork is fresh. Our friend says meals are amazingly tasty and nutritious; we walked to get a cup of tea and I was impressed at the facilities. Drinks available 24 hours, coffee and tea, milk, cake, biscuits, fruit all available for residents. I would certainly be willing to come to Marham House if I was in need of rest and care. All very impressive, clean, good quality - well done staff - you're amazing.
We visit a resident who has had a hip operation (his second one) and resides at Marham House to recover until able to return home. During both sets of visits we have been very impressed with warmth and friendliness of staff, cleanliness of all areas, size of bedrooms. Our friends speaks highly of the quality of the food. We were invited to an open day and had a delicious meal (not specially prepared to impress us, but usual high standard). Well done, all of you.
It must have taken a huge lot of additional work and time to organize the trip and to support the residents during an outing like that. My brother really enjoyed it and we are very grateful for all that the staff do for him which has improved his quality of life so greatly since he moved in 3 years ago, in particular the way he is respected, cared for and valued as an individual has made a massive beneficial difference to him.
Opened in 2020 Marham House is a modern purpose built care home and feels spacious and well thought through. As with all care home - there is a shortage of carers and all care homes are struggling to cope. That said Marham House copes well and the staff are friendly and helpful. My mother feels cared for and she is happy.
Thank you for taking the time to review Marham House and we are pleased that you rate our facilities as excellent. Thank you for your kind comments regarding our home environment and our team, which I will pass on. Our residents' well-being is of utmost importance, and we are committed to providing...
I went to the home three years ago and I liked so much I went back. this time after having a new knee. The staff were so good to me. I had such a lovely stay.
My aunt has been a resident at Marham House for a month now. She has had a marvellous time, nothing is too much trouble and the staff have been kind and attentive at all times. All the staff know her by name, spend time talking with her and look out for her. The food has been amazing, and as visitors we have enjoyed the tea and cake in the afternoon! When visiting we have always been greeted cheerfully, with an update on our aunt's day. The staff have been available at all times to help and care for her. A dream home!
Thank you for taking the time to review Marham House and we are pleased that you rate our home as excellent in all areas. It's wonderful to see your kind comments, which I will circulate to our team. It's lovely to know that Mum is happy living at Marham House and enjoys our food. Visitors are...
My father-in-law needed respite care after being injured in a traffic accident. The staff at Marham House did a thorough review of his needs prior to his stay. They made him feel welcome and safe and were excellent at answering all of our questions. We can't thank them enough for turning an upsetting incident into such a positive experience for all of us.
The team at Marham House have been amazing in helping my mum to transition from her own home. It's a difficult time for all the family but they have worked with care, compassion and cheerfulness to help her to settle in. The facilities at the home are fantastic. The activities are fun and joyful but most of all the staff are always friendly, supportive and fun to be around. I always enjoy visiting the home and my mum enjoys her life there.
Marham House is just a wonder place, my mother loves it there. The staff are all amazing and work tirelessly to ensure their residents are happy, healthy and physically and mentally empowered and engaged at all times, if they wish to be. I could not wish for a better place for my mum to be, and I know she is safe and looked after at all times - thank you to all the staff at Marham House.
Thank you for taking the time to review Marham House and we are pleased that you rate our staff as excellent. Your lovely feedback is really appreciated, and I will ensure my team are aware of this. Our care is tailored to each resident living with us so day-to-day life is as our residents wish. We are pleased to also provide loved ones with peace of mind.
Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 21 October 2024Requires improvement
- CaringGood
- EffectiveRequires improvement
- ResponsiveGood
- SafeRequires improvement
- Well-ledRequires improvement
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
3 Bed Vacancies
Posted: 27 July 2026We currently have three vacancies for care. Please contact Marham House directly for further details.
News (4) & Events (0)
- 19 Dec 2025
Residents and colleagues at Anchor care homes across Suffolk are embracing the festive spirit. From crafting Christmas decorations and singing carols, to decorating trees and baking festive treats, each activity...
- 07 Aug 2025
Residents and colleagues at Anchor’s Marham House care home in Bury St Edmunds stepped through the looking glass as they celebrated the launch of a new community partnership, with a...
- 22 Oct 2024
Anchor, England’s largest not-for-profit provider of care and housing for people in later life, is proud to announce it has eight colleagues in the East of England regional final of...
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Meet the Team (1)

Hi, my name is Sav. My role is Receptionist & I’ve worked at Marham House for 5 years. I look after the front of house, welcome visitors, answer the phone & email enquiries as well as some admin duties. I am the first point of contact & very much enjoy making everyone feel welcome.
Frequently Asked Questions about Marham House Care Home
What types of Care is Marham House Care Home registered for?
Older Person Care, Dementia are the registered (by the Care Quality Commission) categories of Care.
How many Rooms does Marham House Care Home have?
There are 66 Single Rooms.
What are the Facilities & Services at Marham House Care Home?
Own Furniture if required, Pet Friendly (or by arrangement), Smoking not permitted, Close to Local shops, Near Public Transport, Lift, 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 Marham House Care Home to the centre of Bury St Edmunds?
2.2 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.
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