Country Court

The Grange Care Home

Nursing home in Uttlesford, Essex

Operated by Country Court

CQC Good40 bedsDementiaNursing
Addressoff Fallow Dr, Bury Water Ln, Newport, Saffron Walden CB11 3RP
Beds40
Weekly feefrom £1,500 · 2026
En-suite100%
Opened2020
All-inclusiveYes

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About

The Grange Care Home is a 40-bed nursing home operated by Country Court, located in Uttlesford, Essex. It provides nursing care, respite care, and specialist dementia support. The home was rated Good by the Care Quality Commission in 2022, with Good grades across all key questions: Safe, Effective, Caring, Responsive and Well-led.

Care provided

Dementia
Nursing
Respite

Facilities

Activity Room
Bar
Cafe or Restaurant
Cinema
Dining Area
Family Room
Gardens
Gym
Hair & Beauty Salon
Library & Reading Room

Activities

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

Food hygiene rating

Very good

Food Standards Agency · inspected November 2025

What's nearby

GP surgery500 m
A&E: Addenbrooke's Hospital13.3 miles
Bus stop300 m
Train station1.1 miles
Shops0.7 miles
Pub or bar950 m
  • Near a main road
  • Fire station about 700 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 SpaceLimited
  • Golf CourseLimited
  • Public ParkSparse
  • Tennis CourtAdequate
  • Bowling GreenSparse
  • Playing FieldAdequate

Local Amenities

  • Pubs & BarsLimited
  • Restaurants & CafesLimited
  • Retail ShoppingSparse
  • SupermarketsLimited
  • TakeawaysLimited

Local crime statistics

67 recorded crimes in the local area (April 2026)

Top categories:

Other theft16%
Violent crime16%
Vehicle crime15%
Anti-social behaviour15%

Source: data.police.uk · within 1 mile

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Fees and funding

Care typeWeekly feeSource
Dementia careFees on request—
Nursing careFees on request—
Respite (short stay)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 Essex council pays.

Care fee trajectory

Indicative weekly fee by year, against what Essex pays care homes.
YearThis home (per week)Council rate (per week)
2024—£807
2025—£849
2026£1,500—

What Essex 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

The Grange Care Home is backed by a local NHS health network. The nearest A&E is Addenbrooke's Hospital, 13.3 miles away. The local GP practice is NEWPORT SURGERY, 0.3 miles away, rated ‘Good’ by the CQC.

Nearest hospital · A&E
Addenbrooke's Hospital · 13.3 mi
Nearest GP · CQC Good
NEWPORT SURGERY · 0.3 mi

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

Community & connection in Uttlesford

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

Charity

U3a Saffron Walden

Provides Human Resources and Volunteers in education and training involving both the Arts and Culture. Also provides the resources to enable Elderly and Older People to become involved with Sport…

0.7 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (290670)
Charity

Thaxted Day Centre

Community centre for the benefit the residents of Thaxted and surrounding areas, providing facilities and activities which aim to reduce social isolation and improve the health and well-being of…

6.2 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1197612)

Frequently asked questions

What is the location of The Grange?
The Grange is based in Saffron Walden and is conveniently near to many local facilities.
How does The Grange fare in the CQC evaluation?
The Care Quality Commission (CQC) inspects and rates care homes in England. Its latest overall rating for The Grange Care Home is Good.
What kinds of senior care does The Grange offer?
This home provides several types of senior care, including respite, dementia, and residential.
What is the bed capacity of The Grange?
At present, The Grange can accommodate 40 residents.
Who is the proprietor of The Grange?
The Grange is under the ownership and management of Country Court.
What sort of events and activities can one participate in at this care home?
The Grange offers a diverse range of health and wellness activities such as: Wellness Sessions, Literature and Poetry Discussions, and Horticulture & Floral Design.
How much does care at The Grange cost?
The cost of care at The Grange begins at £1,500 per week, but the final amount can differ based on the specific elderly care needs.

For a more accurate estimate, please contact the home directly at 01799 619452 to discuss your individual requirements.

Part of Country Court

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Information last reviewed October 2026.

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