Barchester Healthcare
Ritson Lodge Care Home
Residential care home in Great Yarmouth, Norfolk
Operated by Barchester Healthcare
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.
- Well Served — Excellent everyday amenities nearby — shops, supermarkets, pharmacies, banks, post offices, cafés and places to eat (OpenStreetMap).
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About
Ritson Lodge Care Home is a 60-bed residential care home in Great Yarmouth, Norfolk, operated by Barchester Healthcare. It provides residential care, dementia care and respite stays for older people.
The home is rated Good overall by the Care Quality Commission. It was found to be Good in Effective, Caring, Responsive and Well-led care, though the Safe domain was rated Requires Improvement.
Care provided
Facilities
Activities
What's nearby
- Near a main road
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 SpaceSparse
- Golf CourseAmple
- Public ParkLimited
- Tennis CourtSparse
- Bowling GreenAmple
- Playing FieldLimited
Local Amenities
- Pubs & BarsSparse
- Restaurants & CafesLimited
- Retail ShoppingLimited
- SupermarketsLimited
- TakeawaysLimited
Local crime statistics
403 recorded crimes in the local area (April 2026)
Top categories:
Source: data.police.uk · within 1 mile
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Fees and funding
| Care type | Weekly fee | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Residential care | from £1,185 Published by the home, captured 2026 | Published by the home, captured 2026 |
| Dementia care | Fees 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 £170 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
| Year | This home (per week) | Council rate (per week) |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | — | £980 |
| 2025 | — | £1,015 |
| 2026 | £1,185 | — |
What Norfolk council pays care homes, and whether it will help with fees
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Local health safety net
Ritson Lodge Care Home is backed by a local NHS health network. The nearest A&E is James Paget University Hospital, 1.6 miles away. The local GP practice is BEACHES MEDICAL CENTRE, 2.7 miles away, rated ‘Good’ by the CQC.
Nearest services from NHS ODS + postcodes.io + CQC, by straight-line distance.
Community & connection in Great Yarmouth
Local clubs, charities and support groups that help older residents stay active and connected.
Age Connected
we find help with Information Visiting and Telephone Befriending/ Support to Clubs and Groups/support Luncheon Clubs.
Re-engage Crosby
We run 3 luncheon clubs a week including one for the housebound at the local Church Hall, providing social interaction and after lunch activities at regular intervals.We screen a monthly film at…
Frequently asked questions
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How much does care at Ritson Lodge cost?
For a more accurate estimate tailored to your individual requirements, it is recommended to contact the home directly at 01502 440962.
Part of Barchester Healthcare
Ritson Lodge Care Home is one of 242 homes run by Barchester Healthcare 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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