Lorna House Care Home

Crocus Care

Lorna House Care Home

Operated by Crocus Care

CQC requires_improvement24 bedsDementiaResidential
NeighbourhoodHigh Retirement CommunityGreen SurroundingsWell Served
What do these badges mean?
  • High Retirement CommunityAn above-average share of residents are aged 65 and over (ONS Census) — often a sign of established later-life communities and services.
  • Green SurroundingsExcellent access to parks, playing fields and other green space nearby (OpenStreetMap).
  • Well ServedExcellent everyday amenities nearby — shops, supermarkets, cafés and places to eat (OpenStreetMap).
AddressLorna House, Devons' Rd, Torquay TQ1 3PR, UK
Beds24
Weekly feefrom £878 · 2026
En-suite58%
Opened1962
All-inclusiveNo

About

Lorna House is a care home set in an elegant Victorian residence on Devons Road in Torquay, Devon, operated by the family-run Crocus Care. Across its 24 rooms it provides residential, respite and dementia care for elderly and disabled people, including those living with mild dementia, in a comfortable and homely setting.

Crocus Care is a family-run provider offering flexible, personalised residential and day care for older people across South Devon, with three homes in the region. At Lorna House this translates into individual attention and a friendly, personal approach that helps residents feel settled and at home.

Care provided

Dementia
Residential
Respite

Facilities

Dining Area
Family Room
Gardens
Hair & Beauty Salon
Lift
Own Furniture Allowed
Terrace Area
Wifi

Activities

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

Nearby amenities

Bus stop0.2 mi
Train station1.9 mi
GP surgery0.3 mi
Hospital16.5 mi
Local pub0.3 mi
Shops0.4 mi

What's in the area

Outdoor Spaces

  • AllotmentsAmple
  • Play SpaceAmple
  • Golf CourseAdequate
  • Public ParkAmple
  • Tennis CourtPlentiful
  • Bowling GreenAmple
  • Playing FieldPlentiful

Local Amenities

  • Pubs & BarsPlentiful
  • Restaurants & CafesPlentiful
  • Retail ShoppingPlentiful
  • SupermarketsAdequate
  • TakeawaysAdequate

Local crime statistics

432 recorded crimes in the local area (April 2026)

Top categories:

violent crime39%
Anti-social behaviour19%
Shoplifting9%
Other theft8%

Source: data.police.uk · within 1 mile

Care fee trajectory

Indicative weekly fee over time, against the local authority cost-of-care rate, for pricing transparency.

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

Lorna House Care Home is backed by a local NHS health network. The nearest A&E is Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital, 16.5 miles away. The local GP practice is BRUNEL MEDICAL PRACTICE, 0.3 miles away, rated ‘Good’ by the CQC.

Nearest hospital · A&E
Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital · 16.5 mi
Nearest GP · CQC Good
BRUNEL MEDICAL PRACTICE · 0.3 mi

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

Frequently asked questions

Where is Lorna House located?
It is situated in Torquay and is close to popular amenities.
What is the CQC rating of Lorna House?
The Care Quality Commission (CQC) is England's health and social care services regulator. Lorna House is rated as **requires improvement**, based on the level of care and safety at the home.
What types of elderly care are available at Lorna House?
The following types of elderly care are available at this home: respite, dementia, residential.
How many beds does Lorna House have?
Currently, there are 24 beds at the home.
Who owns Lorna House?
This care home is owned and operated by Crocus Care.
What types of activities and events are available at this care home?
There are a variety of health and wellness activities available at Lorna House, including: Birthday & Holiday Celebrations, Book and Poetry, Dance & Music.
What is the cost of care at Lorna House?
Prices will vary from home to home, depending on the level of elderly care required. At Lorna House the cost of care starts from £878 per week.

It's best to call the home directly on 01803 308949 to find out about the total cost of care for your unique needs.

Information last reviewed September 2026.

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