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Cavell Court Care Home

Nursing home in Norwich, Norfolk

CQC Good80 bedsDementiaNursing
NeighbourhoodHigh Retirement CommunityCultural HubGreen SurroundingsWell Served
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.
  • Cultural Hub — An excellent range of libraries, museums, galleries, theatres and community venues within easy reach (OpenStreetMap).
  • Green Surroundings — Excellent access to parks, playing fields and other green space nearby (OpenStreetMap).
  • Well Served — Excellent everyday amenities nearby — shops, supermarkets, pharmacies, banks, post offices, cafés and places to eat (OpenStreetMap).
Address140 Dragonfly Ln, Cringleford, Norwich NR4 7SW
Beds80
Weekly feefrom £1,400 · 2026
En-suite100%
Opened2015
All-inclusiveYes

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About

Cavell Court Care Home is an 80-bed care home in Norwich, Norfolk, operated by Care UK. It provides residential, nursing, respite and dementia care to older adults with varying needs and levels of dependency.

The home is rated Good by the Care Quality Commission across all key areas: Safe, Effective, Caring, Responsive and Well-led.

Care provided

Dementia
Nursing
Residential
Respite

Facilities

Cafe or Restaurant
Cinema
Dining Area
Gardens
Hair & Beauty Salon
Library & Reading Room
Lift
Own Furniture Allowed
Private Dining Area
Quiet Area

Activities

Arts & Crafts
Baking & Cooking
Beer, Cocktails & Wine
Birthday & Holiday Celebrations
Book and Poetry
Dance & Music
Exercise & Fitness
Gardening & Flower Arranging
Meditation & Yoga
Visits from Children

What's nearby

GP surgery950 m
A&E: Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital0.6 miles
Bus stop150 m
Train station1.3 miles
Shops50 m
Pub or bar1.1 miles
  • Set back from main road noise

Straight-line distances. Road and rail noise from government strategic noise mapping (modelled, not measured). A&E departments from the NHS website.

What’s in the area

Outdoor Spaces

  • AllotmentsSparse
  • Play SpaceAmple
  • Golf CourseSparse
  • Public ParkAdequate
  • Tennis CourtAdequate
  • Bowling GreenAdequate
  • Playing FieldPlentiful

Local Amenities

  • Pubs & BarsSparse
  • Restaurants & CafesAdequate
  • Retail ShoppingLimited
  • SupermarketsSparse
  • TakeawaysSparse

Local crime statistics

794 recorded crimes in the local area (April 2026)

Top categories:

Violent crime30%
Shoplifting20%
Anti-social behaviour17%
Criminal damage & arson8%

Source: data.police.uk · within 1 mile

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Fees and funding

Care typeWeekly feeSource
Residential carefrom £1,400
Published by the home, captured 2026
Published by the home, captured 2026
Dementia careFees on request—
Nursing careFees on request—
Respite (short stay)Fees on request—
Funding accepted
Not stated

Norfolk usually pays £1,015 a week for residential care; families typically top up about £385 a week.

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

Indicative weekly fee by year, against what Norfolk pays care homes.
YearThis home (per week)Council rate (per week)
2024—£980
2025—£1,015
2026£1,400—

What Norfolk council pays care homes, and whether it will help with fees

Weighing up the options? Compare a care home with care at home, or check who pays with the means-test calculator.

Local health safety net

Cavell Court Care Home is backed by a local NHS health network. The nearest A&E is Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital, 0.6 miles away. The local GP practice is HUMBLEYARD PRACTICE, 0.6 miles away.

Nearest hospital · A&E
Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital · 0.6 mi
Nearest GP
HUMBLEYARD PRACTICE · 0.6 mi

Nearest services from NHS ODS + postcodes.io + CQC, by straight-line distance.

Community & connection in Norwich

Local clubs, charities and support groups that help older residents stay active and connected.

Charity

Norwich Men's Shed

Norwich Mens Shed supports the wellbeing of men in the local community. We provide a dedicated workshop space for men to socialise and take part in practical, creative and recreational activities,…

0.5 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1171796)
Charity

Vision Norfolk

At Vision Norfolk we recognise that the experience of losing sight or developing vision impairment is extremely distressing and can be isolating and costly for those affected. Through our team of…

0.6 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1206599)
Charity

Community Action Norwich

Children's weekly evening club, weekly youth clubs, day centre with lunch club and a weekly cafe and warm space for the community with free food and Wi-Fi along with a foodbank distribution centre…

1.4 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1079028)
Charity

Age Concern Norfolk

Our mission is to support older people in Norfolk to enjoy the opportunities and meet the challenges of later life.Our vision is to ensure that older people live well in Norfolk

1.8 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1077097)
Charity

Mangreen Trust

Mangreen Trust provides space, facilities for recreation, spiritual activities, swimming, training, wellness, meetings & educational activities. Monthly spiritual gatherings welcome any faith or…

3.6 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (297985)
Charity

Swardeston Day Centre

Provision of day care facilities for 25 elderly clients per week. This includes a hot lunch, recreational activities arranged. Approx 15 volunteers help 3 part time staff in running the centre.…

3.7 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1065872)

Frequently asked questions

Where is Cavell Court located?
It is situated in Norwich and is close to popular amenities.
What is the CQC rating of Cavell Court?
The Care Quality Commission (CQC) is England's health and social care services regulator. Cavell Court is rated as good, based on the level of care and safety at the home.
What types of elderly care are available at Cavell Court?
The following types of elderly care are available at this home: respite, dementia, residential.
How many beds does Cavell Court have?
Currently, there are 80 beds at the home.
Who owns Cavell Court?
This care home is owned and operated by Care UK.
What types of activities and events are available at this care home?
There are a variety of health and wellness activities available at Cavell Court, including: Book and Poetry, Dance & Music, Beer, Cocktails & Wine.
What is the cost of care at Cavell Court?
Prices will vary from home to home, depending on the level of elderly care required. At Cavell Court the cost of care starts from £1,400 per week.

It's best to call the home directly on 01603 361463 to find out about the total cost of care for your unique needs.

Information last reviewed October 2026.

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