Norse Care (Services) Limited
Woodlands
Residential care home in Kings Lynn, Norfolk
Operated by Norse Care (Services)
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.
- 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).
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About
Woodlands is a residential care home in South Wootton, a village close to King's Lynn in Norfolk, operated by Norse Care (Services) Limited. It provides residential, dementia and respite care for 41 registered beds, and it supports people who are staying for a short period as well as those who plan to live there long term. Each resident has a private bedroom, and one room includes an en-suite bathroom. The home has a main lounge, two further lounge areas with kitchenettes, and two enclosed gardens.
Meals are prepared on site, and the home can cater for different dietary needs as well as softer and modified meals and drinks. Residents may take part in activities such as bingo, crafts, gardening, live entertainment and day trips, though joining in is optional. The Care Quality Commission rated Woodlands Good overall in its 2020 report, with Good grades for the Safe, Effective, Caring, Responsive and Well-led key questions.
What inspectors found
CQC: GoodReport published 14 January 2020 · Last inspected 22 October 2019
Inspectors found that people and their relatives spoke very positively about daily life at the home, and that staff were consistently described as kind. Observed care was warm and attentive, with staff showing good knowledge of each person's needs and preferences. Support for health, nutrition and medicines was described as well managed.
- Staff were described as kind, and inspectors saw warm, compassionate care and strong relationships with the people living there
- Care plans were individualised and helped staff understand each person's life and preferences
- The building was described as dementia friendly, with accessible communal spaces and grounds
- The registered manager was praised by staff and people using the service as approachable, hard-working and committed to quality care
- Some parts of the home's building were noted as needing updating, although a development plan is in place to address this
- Meaningful group activities were not consistently provided to support people's health and wellbeing
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
Food hygiene rating
Very good
Food Standards Agency · inspected January 2026
What's nearby
- 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. Locations © OpenStreetMap contributors.
What’s in the area
Outdoor Spaces
- AllotmentsSparse
- Play SpaceAmple
- Golf CourseSparse
- Public ParkAdequate
- Tennis CourtSparse
- Bowling GreenAdequate
- Playing FieldAmple
Local Amenities
- Pubs & BarsSparse
- Restaurants & CafesLimited
- Retail ShoppingLimited
- SupermarketsSparse
- TakeawaysSparse
Local crime statistics
336 recorded crimes in the local area (April 2026)
Top categories:
Source: data.police.uk · within 1 mile
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Fees and funding
| Care type | Weekly fee | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Residential care | Fees on request | — |
| Dementia care | Fees 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 Norfolk council pays.
Care fee trajectory
| Year | Council rate (per week) |
|---|---|
| 2024 | £980 |
| 2025 | £1,015 |
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Local health safety net
Woodlands is backed by a local NHS health network. The nearest A&E is The Queen Elizabeth Hospital, 1.2 miles away. The local GP practice is ST JAMES MEDICAL PRACTICE, 0.6 miles away, rated ‘Good’ by the CQC.
Nearest services from NHS ODS + postcodes.io + CQC, by straight-line distance.
Community & connection in Kings Lynn
Local clubs, charities and support groups that help older residents stay active and connected.
West Norfolk Befriending
West Norfolk Befriending works with socially isolated older people in West Norfolk. Our clients are isolated due to a long term physical or sensory disability or due to their role as a carer…
West Norfolk Community Transport Project
Demand responsive accessible transport for members of charity
Age Concern Upwell and Outwell Luncheon Club
Luncheon club meet on alternate Tuesdays for lunch and fortnightly for afternoon tea and socialising. Meetings are held in the Upwell Methodist Church Hall
Part of Norse Care (Services)
Woodlands is one of 33 homes run by Norse Care (Services) 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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