Care home
Brackendale House
Care home in Sheringham, Norfolk
Prime Life Limited
Brackendale House
Care home in Sheringham, Norfolk
Operated by Prime Life
What do these badges mean?
- High Retirement Community — An above-average share of residents are aged 65 and over (ONS Census) — often a sign of established later-life communities and services.
- Peaceful Neighbourhood — Among the lowest for recorded anti-social behaviour and public disorder of comparable areas (police-recorded crime).
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About
Brackendale House is a 14-bed care home in Sheringham, Norfolk, operated by Prime Life Limited. The home is rated Good by the Care Quality Commission across all key questions: Safe, Effective, Caring, Responsive and Well-led (report published 2019).
What inspectors found
CQC: GoodReport published 9 May 2019 · Last inspected 10 April 2019
Inspectors found a home for people with mental health support needs, where residents can join in activities and take part in local community life. Staff were described as caring and kind, feedback about the service was largely positive, and staff said they enjoy their work and value the manager's encouragement. The home was found to be clean and comfortable, with some worn areas being addressed.
- Residents take part in activities and get involved in the wider local community.
- Staff are caring and kind, and most feedback about the service and its staff was positive.
- People can choose from a range of meals, and those at risk of poor eating or drinking are closely monitored.
- Staff have completed end of life care training, and the home has good working links with the local GP practice and mental health professionals.
- Some decoration is tired, although a rolling refurbishment plan is in place.
Written by AI from the report text and checked against it. Not an official CQC statement. Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Read the full report on CQC.
What's nearby
- Set back from main road noise
- Fire station about 300 m away
Straight-line distances. Road and rail noise from government strategic noise mapping (modelled, not measured). Locations © OpenStreetMap contributors.
What’s in the area
Outdoor Spaces
- AllotmentsAdequate
- Play SpaceSparse
- Golf CourseSparse
- Public ParkLimited
- Tennis CourtLimited
- Bowling GreenSparse
- Playing FieldLimited
Local Amenities
- Pubs & BarsSparse
- Restaurants & CafesAmple
- Retail ShoppingAdequate
- SupermarketsSparse
- TakeawaysAdequate
Local crime statistics
43 recorded crimes in the local area (July 2026)
Top categories:
Source: data.police.uk · within 1 mile
Fees and funding
| Care type | Weekly fee | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Residential care | Fees on request | — |
- Funding accepted
- Not stated
Fees depend on the room and the care needed, so ask the home for a written quote. Check who pays with the funding calculator, or see what Norfolk council pays.
Care fee trajectory
| Year | Council rate (per week) |
|---|---|
| 2024 | £980 |
| 2025 | £1,015 |
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Local health safety net
Brackendale House is backed by a local NHS health network. The nearest A&E is Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital, 22.5 miles away. The local GP practice is SHERINGHAM MEDICAL PRACTICE, 0.3 miles away, rated ‘Good’ by the CQC.
Nearest services from NHS ODS + postcodes.io + CQC, by straight-line distance.
Community & connection in Sheringham
Local clubs, charities and support groups that help older residents stay active and connected.
Lighthouse Charity Trust
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Age Concern North Norfolk
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Holt & District Dementia Support
Centred on Holt and the surrounding district, we offer social support and access to activities for those living with dementia and respite for their carers through provision of 2 weekly cafes, a…
Carers Voice Norfolk and Waveney
Our mission is to improve the health and wellbeing of all carers in the East of England. Through partnership working we will ensure that the voice of Carers is heard and listened to, enabling…
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Information last reviewed October 2026.
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