Four Seasons Health Care

St Mary's Care Home

Residential care home in Norwich, Norfolk

Operated by Four Seasons Health Care

CQC Good44 bedsDementiaResidential
NeighbourhoodHigh Retirement CommunityCultural HubGreen SurroundingsWell Served
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.
  • Cultural Hub — An excellent range of libraries, museums, galleries, theatres and community venues within easy reach (OpenStreetMap).
  • 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).
AddressN Walsham Rd, Spixworth, Norwich NR12 7BZ, UK
Beds44
Weekly feefrom £1,313 · 2026
En-suite75%
Opened1992
All-inclusiveNo

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About

St Mary's Care Home in Norwich provides residential, respite and dementia care for up to 44 residents. The home is operated by Four Seasons Health Care and is rated Good by the Care Quality Commission, with Good grades across all five key questions: Safe, Effective, Caring, Responsive and Well-led.

The home supports older people requiring residential care, those needing short-term respite stays, and individuals living with dementia. Staff are trained to deliver personalised support tailored to each resident's needs, with a focus on maintaining independence and wellbeing within a secure environment.

Care provided

Dementia
Residential
Respite

Facilities

Dining Area
Gardens
Hair & Beauty Salon
Lift
Own Furniture Allowed
Pets Allowed
Wifi

Activities

Birthday & Holiday Celebrations
Book and Poetry
Dance & Music
Exercise & Fitness
Hair & Beauty Treatments
Visits from Children

Food hygiene rating

Generally satisfactory

Food Standards Agency · inspected November 2025

What's nearby

GP surgery1.8 miles
A&E: Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital6.6 miles
Bus stop3.4 miles
Train station3.5 miles
Shops2.9 miles
Pub or bar4.4 miles
  • 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.

What’s in the area

Outdoor Spaces

  • AllotmentsLimited
  • Play SpaceLimited
  • Golf CourseLimited
  • Public ParkLimited
  • Tennis CourtLimited
  • Bowling GreenSparse
  • Playing FieldAdequate

Local Amenities

  • Pubs & BarsLimited
  • Restaurants & CafesLimited
  • Retail ShoppingLimited
  • SupermarketsSparse
  • TakeawaysLimited

Local crime statistics

794 recorded crimes in the local area (April 2026)

Top categories:

Violent crime30%
Shoplifting20%
Anti-social behaviour17%
Criminal damage & arson8%

Source: data.police.uk · within 1 mile

Fees and funding

Care typeWeekly feeSource
Residential carefrom £1,313
Published by the home, captured 2026
Published by the home, captured 2026
Dementia careFees 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 £298 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

Indicative weekly fee by year, against what Norfolk pays care homes.
YearThis home (per week)Council rate (per week)
2024—£980
2025—£1,015
2026£1,313—

What Norfolk council pays care homes, and whether it will help with fees

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

St Mary's Care Home is backed by a local NHS health network. The nearest A&E is Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital, 6.6 miles away. The local GP practice is OLD CATTON MEDICAL PRACTICE, 1.8 miles away, rated ‘Good’ by the CQC.

Nearest hospital · A&E
Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital · 6.6 mi
Nearest GP · CQC Good
OLD CATTON MEDICAL PRACTICE · 1.8 mi

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

Community & connection in Norwich

Local clubs, charities and support groups that help older residents stay active and connected.

Charity

Norwich Men's Shed

Norwich Mens Shed supports the wellbeing of men in the local community. We provide a dedicated workshop space for men to socialise and take part in practical, creative and recreational activities,…

0.5 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1171796)
Charity

Vision Norfolk

At Vision Norfolk we recognise that the experience of losing sight or developing vision impairment is extremely distressing and can be isolating and costly for those affected. Through our team of…

0.6 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1206599)
Charity

Community Action Norwich

Children's weekly evening club, weekly youth clubs, day centre with lunch club and a weekly cafe and warm space for the community with free food and Wi-Fi along with a foodbank distribution centre…

1.4 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1079028)
Charity

Age Concern Norfolk

Our mission is to support older people in Norfolk to enjoy the opportunities and meet the challenges of later life.Our vision is to ensure that older people live well in Norfolk

1.8 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1077097)
Charity

Mangreen Trust

Mangreen Trust provides space, facilities for recreation, spiritual activities, swimming, training, wellness, meetings & educational activities. Monthly spiritual gatherings welcome any faith or…

3.6 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (297985)
Charity

Swardeston Day Centre

Provision of day care facilities for 25 elderly clients per week. This includes a hot lunch, recreational activities arranged. Approx 15 volunteers help 3 part time staff in running the centre.…

3.7 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1065872)

Frequently asked questions

What is the location of St Mary's?
St Mary's is based in Norwich and is conveniently near to many local facilities.
How does the CQC evaluate St Mary's?
The Care Quality Commission (CQC) is the official body that oversees health and social care services in England. St Mary's has received a good rating, reflecting the standard of care and safety provided by the home.
What kinds of senior care does St Mary's provide?
This home offers various forms of senior care such as respite, dementia, and residential.
What is the bed capacity at St Mary's?
At present, the home can accommodate 44 residents.
Who is the proprietor of St Mary's?
Four Seasons Health Care is the owner and manager of this care home.
What sort of events and activities can one participate in at this care home?
St Mary's offers a wide range of health and wellness activities, such as Hair & Beauty Treatments.
How much does care at St Mary's cost?
The cost of care at St Mary's can differ based on the specific elderly care needs. The starting price for care is £1,313 per week.

For a more accurate estimate tailored to your individual requirements, it is recommended to contact the home directly at 01603 361760.

Part of Four Seasons Health Care

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Information last reviewed October 2026.

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