Harleston House
Residential care home · Lowestoft
115 Park Road, Lowestoft, NR32 4HX
Run by Greensleeves Homes Trust
- OutstandingCQC · Jan 2019
- 9.2Our score
- Beds39
- Type of careResidential
- Phone01502 574889
Latest inspection
- Inspected on 17 January 2019
Inspected more than 4 years ago
What the inspectors rate
- SafeGood
- EffectiveGood
- CaringOutstanding
- ResponsiveOutstanding
- Well-ledOutstanding
- Regulator
- Care Quality Commission
- Registered as
- Harleston House
- Status
- Registered in England
- Latest rating
- Outstanding
- Register number
- 1-121567182
From the public register of the Care Quality Commission, checked on 2 November 2026.
About Harleston House
Harleston House provides residential, dementia, respite and end-of-life care for older people in Lowestoft. Daily life is centred on familiar routines, freshly prepared meals, safe indoor and outdoor spaces and activities shaped around each resident’s interests and abilities.
The home offers short-term respite and flexible trial stays of up to six weeks, giving families time to assess whether the setting suits their needs. As part of Greensleeves Care, it also offers a Home for Life funding assurance for private residents whose personal funds run out, subject to the organisation’s conditions. A financial assessment is required before moving in.
Care on offer
- Care homes
Compared with Lowestoft
Nearest
| Name | Distance | Official rating | Our score | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Royal AvenueLowestoft | 0.1 miles | Good | 7.4 | |
| Cherry LodgeLowestoft | 0.2 miles | Requires improvement | 6.2 | |
| Cypress HouseLowestoft | 0.6 miles | |||
| The LaurelsLowestoft | 0.6 miles | Requires improvement | 6.2 | |
| Britten CourtLowestoft | 0.6 miles | Good | 8.0 |
Also run by Greensleeves Homes Trust
| Name | Official rating | Our score | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| BroadlandsLowestoft | Outstanding | 9.2 | |
| Broadacres Care HomeNorwich | Good | 8.4 | |
| De Lucy HouseDiss | Good | 8.4 | |
| Henley HouseIpswich | Good | 8.0 | |
| The OrchardsEly | Requires improvement | 6.8 | |
| Rose CottageHuntingdon | Good | 8.0 | |
| Sharnbrook HouseBedford | Good | 8.0 | |
| Queen Elizabeth HouseBromley | Requires improvement | 6.2 | |
| Lavender FieldsSevenoaks | Requires improvement | 6.2 | |
| Tickford AbbeyNewport Pagnell | Good | 8.0 | |
| The Meadowcroft Care HomeLondon | Requires improvement | 6.8 | |
| Torkington HouseLondon | Good | 8.0 |
What stands out
What stands out
- Trial and respite stays up to six weeks
- Home for Life funding assurance
- Activities shaped around individual interests
Ask about
- A financial assessment is required before moving in.
Suits: Families needing dementia care or a trial stay
Types of care
Also works on: residential
Location
115 Park Road, Lowestoft, NR32 4HX
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Questions families ask
Can they arrange a trial stay?
Yes. They offer flexible trial stays of up to six weeks, giving families time to experience the home before deciding on permanent care.
What happens if personal funds run out?
They offer a Home for Life funding assurance that supports private residents to remain in the home if their personal funds run out, subject to the scheme’s conditions.
What activities are available for residents?
Activities are shaped around residents’ interests and may include music, reminiscence, gentle exercise, creative sessions, gardening, social events, outings and one-to-one time.
How much does Harleston House cost?
The CQC register does not list fees, so ask Harleston House for its weekly fee. As a guide, Suffolk council paid on average £1,080 a week for a residential care place for people aged 65 and over in 2024-2025, against £982 across England (GOV.UK adult social care finance report). People who pay for their own care are usually charged more than councils pay.