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Dorrington House (Wells)

Westfield Avenue, Wells-next-the-Sea, NR23 1BY

Residential care home · 38 beds · Dorrington House

Weekly fee
Not published
area typical £1,000
CQC rating
Good
July 2026
Beds
38
residential
Family reviews
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About Dorrington House (Wells)

Dorrington House (Wells) is a residential care home in Wells-next-the-Sea, in the Norfolk council area, registered with the Care Quality Commission for up to 38 residents. It provides care for people living with dementia and older people. It is run by Dorrington House, which operates 3 care homes in England. The home has been registered since January 2011.

At its latest inspection, published July 2026, the CQC rated Dorrington House (Wells) Good, which means the CQC found the service performing well and meeting its expectations. Ratings can change after a new inspection, so check the CQC report before you visit.

Dorrington House (Wells) has not published its fees and has not yet confirmed them to us. Care homes in Norfolk with a fee on record typically charge about £1,000 a week for residential care and £1,554 for nursing care, so expect a figure in that range and ask the home for a written quote.

There are 319 registered care homes in Norfolk. The nearest to Dorrington House (Wells) include Scarborough House. A live-in carer at home, an alternative many families compare, costs from about £1,120 a week.

Care provided

  • Residential care
  • Dementia care
  • Older people

Registration

Registered with CQC
January 2011
Latest CQC rating
Good (July 2026)
Council area
Norfolk
Read the full CQC inspection report

Fees

Dorrington House (Wells) has not published its fees and has not yet confirmed them to us. Care homes in Norfolk typically charge about £1,000 a week for residential care and £1,554 for nursing care.

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Common questions about Dorrington House (Wells)

How much does Dorrington House (Wells) cost?

Dorrington House (Wells) has not published its fees. Care homes in Norfolk typically charge about £1,000 a week for residential care and £1,554 for nursing care. Ask the home for a written quote.

What is the CQC rating for Dorrington House (Wells)?

The Care Quality Commission rated Dorrington House (Wells) Good in July 2026. The full inspection report is on the CQC website.

Does Dorrington House (Wells) provide nursing care?

No. Dorrington House (Wells) is registered as a care home without nursing. Staff provide personal care; visiting district nurses cover nursing needs.

Does Dorrington House (Wells) offer dementia care?

Yes. Dorrington House (Wells) is registered to care for people living with dementia.

How many residents does Dorrington House (Wells) have?

Dorrington House (Wells) is registered for up to 38 residents.

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