The Beeches
Residential care home in Attleborough, Norfolk
Operated by Black Swan International
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.
- Peaceful Neighbourhood — Among the lowest for recorded anti-social behaviour and public disorder of comparable areas (police-recorded crime).
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About
The Beeches is a 46-bed residential care home in Norwich, Norfolk, providing care for older people and those living with dementia. The home is part of AcrossEast Anglia's network of locally rooted care services across the region. It is rated Outstanding by the Care Quality Commission, with particular strength in its responsiveness to residents' needs and leadership of the service.
The home delivers personalised residential and dementia care in a safe, professionally managed environment, with a focus on supporting dignity, wellbeing and quality of life.
What inspectors found
CQC: OutstandingReport published 16 April 2020 · Last inspected 6 March 2020
Inspectors found that people at The Beeches received highly personalised care, with people in control of their own support and activities planned around their individual interests. Staff were described as knowing people well and as kind, considerate and respectful, and the home was said to approach end-of-life care with compassion. The report notes that people, relatives and staff were encouraged to share their views on how the service is run.
- Care and activities are tailored to each person's needs, preferences and interests, and people are central to decisions about their support.
- Staff are kind and respectful, and people report feeling safe and well treated.
- End-of-life care is described as compassionate, and the home is well managed at both provider and service level, with regular opportunities for feedback.
- Medicines are given as prescribed, meals are nutritious with choice, and staff seek health advice in good time when needed.
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
Specialist care
Facilities
What's nearby
- Set back from main road noise
- Fire station about 100 m away
Straight-line distances. Road and rail noise from government strategic noise mapping (modelled, not measured). Locations © OpenStreetMap contributors.
What’s in the area
Outdoor Spaces
- AllotmentsAdequate
- Play SpaceLimited
- Golf CourseLimited
- Public ParkSparse
- Tennis CourtLimited
- Bowling GreenSparse
- Playing FieldLimited
Local Amenities
- Pubs & BarsLimited
- Restaurants & CafesLimited
- Retail ShoppingLimited
- SupermarketsLimited
- TakeawaysLimited
Local crime statistics
56 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 | — |
| Dementia 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
The Beeches is backed by a local NHS health network. The nearest A&E is West Suffolk Hospital, 17.1 miles away. The local GP practice is E HARLING & KENNINGHALL MEDICAL PRACTICE, 0.2 miles away.
Nearest services from NHS ODS + postcodes.io + CQC, by straight-line distance.
Community & connection in Attleborough
Local clubs, charities and support groups that help older residents stay active and connected.
Wymondham Dementia Support Group
Social activities, provision of refreshments and light meals, reminiscence therapy, music therapy, support for carers and access to information relating to dementia, advice and advocacy.
Part of Black Swan International
The Beeches is one of 21 homes run by Black Swan International 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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