St Barnabas Southwold
Residential care home · Southwold
Godyll Road, Southwold, IP18 6AJ
Run by St Barnabas Southwold
- GoodCQC · Feb 2020
- 8.0Our score
- Beds15
- Type of careResidential
- Phone01502 722264
Latest inspection
- Inspected on 11 February 2020
Inspected more than 4 years ago
What the inspectors rate
- SafeGood
- EffectiveGood
- CaringGood
- ResponsiveGood
- Well-ledGood
- Regulator
- Care Quality Commission
- Registered as
- St Barnabas Southwold
- Status
- Registered in England
- Latest rating
- Good
- Register number
- 1-2181336333
From the public register of the Care Quality Commission, checked on 2 November 2026.
About St Barnabas Southwold
Full-time residential care for older men and women is offered at St Barnabas Southwold, where residents can remain active within a small communal setting. The Victorian house has 15 private bedrooms, shared lounges, a dining room, conservatories and spaces for family visits.
Residents can personalise their rooms with familiar furniture and belongings, while common areas support privacy, conversation and shared activities. Carers provide round-the-clock support, with a senior team leader on duty during the day and at least two carers overnight. The home does not accept people with Alzheimer’s disease or advanced dementia.
Care on offer
- Care homes
Compared with Southwold
Nearest
| Name | Distance | Official rating | Our score | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oaklands House Residential HomeSouthwold | 0.8 miles | Good | 8.0 | |
| Manor Farm Care HomeLowestoft | 6.4 miles | Good | 8.0 | |
| Woody PointBeccles | 7.3 miles | Requires improvement | 6.2 | |
| Highfield House Care HomeHalesworth | 7.4 miles | Good | 7.4 | |
| Beech House - HalesworthHalesworth | 7.5 miles | Good | 8.0 |
What stands out
What stands out
- Just 15 private bedrooms
- Rooms can be personalised
- Victorian house setting
Ask about
- The home does not accept people with Alzheimer’s or advanced dementia
Suits: Older people wanting a small, home-like residential setting
Types of care
Also works on: residential
Location
Godyll Road, Southwold, IP18 6AJ
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Questions families ask
Does St Barnabas have nurses on its staff?
No. St Barnabas does not employ nurses, but it can access GP care and community nurse support when required.
Does St Barnabas care for people with dementia?
Not initially. St Barnabas is not set up for people with dementia or Alzheimer's disease, although it can continue caring for residents who develop milder dementia during their stay.
Does St Barnabas have a waiting list?
Yes. Its 15 residential rooms are offered on a first come basis when they become available, and the home can keep names on a waiting list.
How much does a room at St Barnabas cost?
The average weekly room rate is between £900-£1,200/week, depending on the room, facilities and care package.
Do residents need to bring walking equipment?
Yes. Residents are asked to bring their own walking equipment, which is generally supplied by NHS care teams.