Norse Care (Services) Limited
High Haven
Care home in Downham Market, 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
High Haven is a care home in Downham Market, Norfolk, run by Norse Care (Services) Limited, with 40 registered beds. It is regulated in England by the Care Quality Commission, which rated the home Good overall in its 2019 report, with Good ratings across the Safe, Effective, Caring, Responsive and Well-led questions. The home has a garden, where a buddy bench was recently installed. The bench was designed, built and fitted by members of Downham Market Men's Shed, who chose High Haven as their community partner in a 2024 initiative with DRINKiQ and the UK Men's Sheds Association. The bench gives residents a place to sit, talk and spend time together outdoors.
Facilities
What's nearby
- Near a main road
- Fire station about 450 m away
Straight-line distances. Road and rail noise from government strategic noise mapping (modelled, not measured). A&E departments from the NHS website. Locations © OpenStreetMap contributors.
What’s in the area
Outdoor Spaces
- AllotmentsSparse
- Play SpaceAmple
- Golf CourseAdequate
- Public ParkAdequate
- Tennis CourtAmple
- Bowling GreenAdequate
- Playing FieldAmple
Local Amenities
- Pubs & BarsSparse
- Restaurants & CafesAdequate
- Retail ShoppingAdequate
- SupermarketsAdequate
- TakeawaysAdequate
Local crime statistics
59 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 |
What Norfolk council pays care homes, and whether it will help with fees
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Local health safety net
High Haven is backed by a local NHS health network. The nearest A&E is The Queen Elizabeth Hospital, 11.1 miles away. The local GP practice is HOWDALE SURGERY, 0 miles away, rated ‘Good’ by the CQC.
Nearest services from NHS ODS + postcodes.io + CQC, by straight-line distance.
Community & connection in Downham Market
Local clubs, charities and support groups that help older residents stay active and connected.
Emneth Over 60s Friendship Club
We provide a fortnightly meeting in a safe and friendly environment for persons over 60 years of age. They enjoy interesting, stimulating activities as part of a group, currently aged 60 to 93…
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 Norse Care (Services)
High Haven is one of 33 homes run by Norse Care (Services) 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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