Barchester Healthcare

The Warren Care Home

Nursing home in Norwich, Norfolk

CQC Good44 bedsDementiaNursing
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).
Address157A Wroxham Rd, Norwich NR7 8AF, UK
Beds44
Weekly feefrom £1,198 · 2026
En-suite100%
All-inclusiveNo

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About

The Warren Care Home in Norwich provides residential, nursing, respite and dementia care for 44 residents. Run by Barchester Healthcare, the home is located in Sprowston, Norfolk.

The Care Quality Commission rated The Warren Good overall, with Good grades across all key questions: Safe, Effective, Caring, Responsive and Well-led.

Care provided

Dementia
Nursing
Residential
Respite

Facilities

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

Activities

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

Food hygiene rating

Very good

Food Standards Agency · inspected July 2026

What's nearby

GP surgery1.1 miles
A&E: Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital5.0 miles
Bus stop50 m
Train station2.9 miles
Shops500 m
Pub or bar0.9 miles
  • 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.

What’s in the area

Outdoor Spaces

  • AllotmentsPlentiful
  • Play SpaceAmple
  • Golf CourseAdequate
  • Public ParkAmple
  • Tennis CourtAdequate
  • Bowling GreenAmple
  • Playing FieldPlentiful

Local Amenities

  • Pubs & BarsSparse
  • Restaurants & CafesSparse
  • Retail ShoppingSparse
  • SupermarketsAdequate
  • TakeawaysAdequate

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

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Fees and funding

Care typeWeekly feeSource
Residential carefrom £1,198
Published by the home, captured 2026
Published by the home, captured 2026
Dementia careFees on request—
Nursing 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 £183 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£1,198—

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

The Warren Care Home is backed by a local NHS health network. The nearest A&E is Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital, 5 miles away. The local GP practice is OLD CATTON MEDICAL PRACTICE, 1.1 miles away, rated ‘Good’ by the CQC.

Nearest hospital · A&E
Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital · 5 mi
Nearest GP · CQC Good
OLD CATTON MEDICAL PRACTICE · 1.1 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 The Warren?
The Warren is based in Norwich and is conveniently near to many local facilities.
How does The Warren fare in the CQC evaluation?
The Care Quality Commission (CQC) is the body that oversees health and social care services in England. The Warren has received a good rating, reflecting the standard of care and safety provided at the home.
What kinds of senior care does The Warren provide?
This home offers various forms of senior care such as respite and residential.
What is the total bed capacity of The Warren?
At present, The Warren can accommodate up to 44 residents.
Who is the proprietor of The Warren?
Barchester Healthcare is the owner and manager of this care home.
What sort of events and activities can one participate in at this care home?
The Warren offers a diverse range of health and wellness activities such as: Music & Dance, Wine, Beer & Cocktails, and Hair & Beauty Services.
How much does care at The Warren cost?
The cost of care at The Warren begins at £1,198 per week, but the final amount can differ based on the specific elderly care needs.

For a precise estimate tailored to your individual requirements, please contact the home directly at 01603 931613.

Information last reviewed October 2026.

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