The Moorings
Care home in Bungay, Norfolk
Operated by Cygnet Care
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 Moorings is a 53-bed residential care home in Earsham, a village near Bungay on the Norfolk and Suffolk border. It is registered to provide care for older people, including those living with dementia. The home comprises a Regency house alongside a modern purpose-built extension, set within grounds close to the River Waveney.
The home was rated Good by the Care Quality Commission in 2020, with Good grades across all five key questions: Safe, Effective, Caring, Responsive and Well-led. It is part of Swan & Cygnet Care, a small specialist operator with three homes in the region.
What inspectors found
CQC: GoodReport published 8 April 2020 · Last inspected 12 March 2020
Inspectors rated this residential home, which supports up to 53 older people, some living with dementia, as good overall. They found that staff knew people well and treated them with kindness and respect, and that people's independence, privacy, dignity and preferences were valued. The report also notes that people could take part in social activities.
- Risks to people were assessed and reduced, which helped protect them from avoidable harm.
- There were enough staff, safe recruitment practices, and medicines were given when people needed them, with regular checks in place.
- Staff received training and support, and people's health and dietary needs were assessed and met, with concerns referred to healthcare professionals.
- Care plans covered individual needs and preferences, including end-of-life decisions, and staff were given guidance on how to meet them.
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.
Food hygiene rating
Very good
Food Standards Agency · inspected March 2026
What's nearby
- Set back from main road noise
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
- AllotmentsAdequate
- Play SpaceSparse
- Golf CourseSparse
- Public ParkLimited
- Tennis CourtLimited
- Bowling GreenAdequate
- Playing FieldLimited
Local Amenities
- Pubs & BarsSparse
- Restaurants & CafesSparse
- Retail ShoppingAdequate
- SupermarketsLimited
- TakeawaysSparse
Local crime statistics
19 recorded crimes in the local area (July 2026)
Top categories:
Source: data.police.uk · within 1 mile
Fees and funding
| Care type | Weekly fee | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Residential 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 Moorings is backed by a local NHS health network. The nearest A&E is Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital, 14.4 miles away. The local GP practice is BUNGAY MEDICAL CENTRE, 1 miles away.
Nearest services from NHS ODS + postcodes.io + CQC, by straight-line distance.
Community & connection in Bungay
Local clubs, charities and support groups that help older residents stay active and connected.
Rotary Club of Bungay Charitable Trust
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Loddon and District Day Centre
The Day Centre's objectives are to provide a safe and welcoming club for elderly residents of Loddon and its surrounding villages
Part of Cygnet Care
The Moorings is one of 4 homes run by Cygnet Care on AskBart. See how the group's homes are rated and where it operates.
More care homes near Bungay
Information last reviewed October 2026.
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