Read House
Residential care home · Frinton-on-sea
23 The Esplanade, Frinton-on-sea, CO13 9AU
Run by Memory Lane Care Homes Limited
- GoodCQC · Dec 2023
- 8.0Our score
- Beds46
- Type of careResidential
- Phone01255 673654
Latest inspection
- Inspected on 23 December 2023
What the inspectors rate
- SafeGood
- EffectiveGood
- CaringGood
- ResponsiveGood
- Well-ledGood
- Regulator
- Care Quality Commission
- Registered as
- Read House
- Status
- Registered in England
- Latest rating
- Good
- Register number
- 1-14470934149
From the public register of the Care Quality Commission, checked on 2 November 2026.
About Read House
For adults over 65, Read House provides a residential setting that ranges from support for fairly independent residents to help with physical restrictions, memory loss or dementia. The purpose-built home places care, wellbeing and comfort at the centre of daily life.
Its 36 en-suite rooms occupy three floors, with views towards the sea, greensward or private garden. Communal lounges, dining areas and a large day centre support shared life, while activities run morning and afternoon seven days a week. An assessment before moving in helps establish whether the home can meet the resident’s needs, and short respite stays can help families make an informed decision.
Care on offer
- Care homes
Compared with Frinton-on-sea
Nearest
| Name | Distance | Official rating | Our score | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arundel House - Frinton-on-SeaFrinton-on-sea | 0.1 miles | Good | 8.0 | |
| Frintondene Care HomeFrinton-on-Sea | 0.2 miles | Good | 7.4 | |
| Mid MeadowsFrinton-on-Sea | 0.8 miles | Good | 8.4 | |
| Ernest Luff HomesWalton-on-The Naze | 1.1 miles | Good | 8.0 | |
| Winchester HouseFrinton-on-Sea | 1.2 miles | Requires improvement | 6.8 |
Also run by Memory Lane Care Homes Limited
| Name | Official rating | Our score | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bryony Lodge Nursing HomeSunderland | Good | 8.0 | |
| Marigold Nursing HomeSunderland | Requires improvement | 5.0 | |
| Bryony Park Nursing HomeSunderland | Good | 8.4 |
What stands out
What stands out
- Activities seven days a week
- Sea and garden views
- 36 en-suite rooms
Suits: Adults over 65 needing residential care or dementia support
Types of care
Also works on: residential
Location
23 The Esplanade, Frinton-on-sea, CO13 9AU
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Questions families ask
Do they assess residents before admission?
Yes. They assess each prospective resident and discuss their needs with other professionals involved in their care, helping determine whether Read House can provide suitable support. A short respite stay may also help families decide.
Do residents have their own en-suite room?
Yes. Every resident has their own room with an en-suite toilet and washbasin. One or two larger rooms are also suitable for couples to share.
What activities are available for residents?
They provide activities every morning and afternoon, seven days a week. An in-house activities co-ordinator prepares the weekly schedule, with some sessions led by entertainers or specialists and wellbeing support offered individually or in small groups.
Can they cater for special diets?
Yes. They cater for all special diets and aim to keep meals enjoyable. Their chef meets new residents to discuss likes and dislikes and regularly attends residents’ meetings to discuss the menu.
How much does Read House cost?
The CQC register does not list fees, so ask Read House for its weekly fee. As a guide, Essex council paid on average £1,085 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.