Docking House
Care home in Kings Lynn, Norfolk
Operated by Armscare
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.
- 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).
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About
Docking House is a 39-bed care home in King's Lynn, Norfolk. It is rated Good by the Care Quality Commission, with Good grades across all five key questions: Safe, Effective, Caring, Responsive and Well-led. The rating was published in 2019.
The home operates a scheme designed to offer young people in Norfolk entry-level opportunities in social care, combining practical workplace experience with professional development support and guidance on job applications and interview skills.
What inspectors found
CQC: GoodReport published 13 September 2019 · Last inspected 6 August 2019
Inspectors found that Docking House, which cares for 36 people, most of them living with dementia, has enough staff to keep people safe and provide timely care. Staff were described as kind, respectful and caring, and they sought consent in line with the Mental Capacity Act. Care plans were person-centred, and people took part in a range of activities.
- Staffing levels allowed people to be kept safe and cared for in a timely way
- Staff were kind and caring, and treated people with dignity and respect
- Person-centred care plans clearly recorded people's support needs and preferences
- Leadership was seen as visible and approachable, and staff reported good teamwork and support
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
Facilities
Food hygiene rating
Very good
Food Standards Agency · inspected June 2026
What's nearby
- 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 SpaceLimited
- Golf CourseLimited
- Public ParkLimited
- Tennis CourtSparse
- Bowling GreenSparse
- Playing FieldLimited
Local Amenities
- Pubs & BarsLimited
- Restaurants & CafesLimited
- Retail ShoppingLimited
- SupermarketsLimited
- TakeawaysLimited
Local crime statistics
336 recorded crimes in the local area (April 2026)
Top categories:
Source: data.police.uk · within 1 mile
Fees and funding
| Care type | Weekly fee | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Residential 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 |
What Norfolk council pays care homes, and whether it will help with fees
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Local health safety net
Docking House is backed by a local NHS health network. The nearest A&E is The Queen Elizabeth Hospital, 12.6 miles away. The local GP practice is BURNHAM SURGERY, 5.3 miles away, rated ‘Good’ by the CQC.
Nearest services from NHS ODS + postcodes.io + CQC, by straight-line distance.
Community & connection in Kings Lynn
Local clubs, charities and support groups that help older residents stay active and connected.
West Norfolk Befriending
West Norfolk Befriending works with socially isolated older people in West Norfolk. Our clients are isolated due to a long term physical or sensory disability or due to their role as a carer…
West Norfolk Community Transport Project
Demand responsive accessible transport for members of charity
Age Concern Upwell and Outwell Luncheon Club
Luncheon club meet on alternate Tuesdays for lunch and fortnightly for afternoon tea and socialising. Meetings are held in the Upwell Methodist Church Hall
Part of Armscare
Docking House is one of 6 homes run by Armscare on AskBart. See how the group's homes are rated and where it operates.
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Information last reviewed October 2026.
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