Norse Care (Services) Limited
Cranmer House
Residential care home in Fakenham, Norfolk
Operated by Norse Care (Services)
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- 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.
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About
Cranmer House is a residential care home in Fakenham, West Norfolk, run by Norse Care. It provides residential care, dementia care and respite care, including short stays for recovery, a trial period or a break for family carers, and it also offers end-of-life care. The home has 36 registered beds. Every resident has their own room, many with en-suite facilities, and there are communal lounges, dining rooms and secluded gardens. Activities include crafts, music, quizzes, gardening and trips out, along with visits from local groups.
The home is not a secure dementia unit. Residents may come and go, doors are not locked, and each person is individually risk assessed. The Care Quality Commission rates the home Good overall, with all five key questions graded Good.
What inspectors found
CQC: GoodReport published 18 October 2019 · Last inspected 3 October 2019
Inspectors visited Cranmer House, a care home for up to 35 people, and found that people and relatives were happy with their care. Staff were described as well trained and kind, with care tailored to individual needs and choices. The report also says the home is laid out with private and shared spaces, and that people are encouraged to pursue hobbies and take part in activities.
- Staff were described as well trained and treating people with kindness and compassion.
- Care is personalised, and people's choices and decisions are respected.
- Risks are assessed and managed, and medicines are given when needed.
- Good leadership is in place, with an open, inclusive culture that people, relatives and staff reported feeling part of.
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.
Care provided
Specialist care
Facilities
What's nearby
- Set back from main road noise
- Fire station about 500 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 ParkSparse
- Tennis CourtLimited
- Bowling GreenAdequate
- Playing FieldSparse
Local Amenities
- Pubs & BarsSparse
- Restaurants & CafesSparse
- Retail ShoppingAdequate
- SupermarketsAdequate
- TakeawaysAdequate
Local crime statistics
76 recorded crimes in the local area (July 2026)
Top categories:
Source: data.police.uk · within 1 mile
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Fees and funding
| Care type | Weekly fee | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Residential care | Fees on request | — |
| Dementia care | Fees on request | — |
| Respite (short stay) | 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
Cranmer House is backed by a local NHS health network. The nearest A&E is The Queen Elizabeth Hospital, 18.1 miles away. The local GP practice is FAKENHAM MEDICAL PRACTICE, 0.6 miles away, rated ‘Good’ by the CQC.
Nearest services from NHS ODS + postcodes.io + CQC, by straight-line distance.
Community & connection in Fakenham
Local clubs, charities and support groups that help older residents stay active and connected.
Age Concern Fakenham Area Minibus Service
To provide transport for the elderly and disabled in Fakenham and surrounding villages.shopping, doctors, clinics, outings, this is a door to door service. With a helper on each bus to assist with…
Part of Norse Care (Services)
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Information last reviewed October 2026.
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