The Mayfields Care Home
Residential care home · Norwich
Swan Lane, Tharston, Long Stratton, Norwich, NR15 2UY
Run by The Paddocks Care Home Ltd
- GoodCQC · May 2020
- 7.4Our score
- Beds60
- Type of careResidential
- Phone01508 535500
Inspectors asked it to improve: Well-led
Latest inspection
- Inspected on 14 May 2020
Inspected more than 4 years ago
What the inspectors rate
- SafeGood
- EffectiveGood
- CaringGood
- ResponsiveGood
- Well-ledRequires improvement
- Regulator
- Care Quality Commission
- Registered as
- The Mayfields Care Home
- Status
- Registered in England
- Latest rating
- Good
- Register number
- 1-532454507
From the public register of the Care Quality Commission, checked on 2 November 2026.
About The Mayfields Care Home
The Mayfields Care Home supports older people and people living with dementia, physical disabilities or sensory impairment. It offers residential, nursing, dementia and respite care through Castlemeadow Care, with rooms arranged across two floors and communal areas designed for shared daily life.
Every resident room is ensuite, while the home also has spacious light-filled communal areas and a landscaped courtyard garden with seating accessed directly from ground-floor rooms. Families can discuss couples moving in together, room choices and individual care needs with the home. Every resident room is ensuite is a practical feature for people comparing accommodation as well as care.
Care on offer
- Care homes
Compared with Norwich
Nearest
| Name | Distance | Official rating | Our score | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Harker HouseNorwich | 0.4 miles | Good | 8.0 | |
| The Hollies and Hollies LodgeNorwich | 1.2 miles | Good | 8.0 | |
| Olive HouseNorwich | 3.4 miles | Good | 7.4 | |
| Saxlingham Hall Nursing HomeNorwich | 4 miles | Good | 7.4 | |
| The OaksNorwich | 4.4 miles | Good | 8.0 |
Also run by The Paddocks Care Home Ltd
| Name | Official rating | Our score | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Paddocks Care HomeSwaffham | Inadequate | 3.8 |
What stands out
What stands out
- Ensuite rooms throughout
- Ground-floor rooms access the courtyard
- Couples can move in together
Suits: People needing dementia, nursing or respite care
Types of care
Also works on: residential
Location
Swan Lane, Tharston, Long Stratton, Norwich, NR15 2UY
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Questions families ask
Can couples move into the home together?
Yes. Couples are welcome to move in together, with larger rooms recommended. Separate rooms next to each other may be possible but cannot always be arranged.
Can residents bring their own furniture?
Yes. Residents can bring some of their own furniture, including cherished heirlooms.
Do they help residents settle in after moving?
Yes. The team supports residents throughout the move, then helps them orientate around the home, meet other residents and understand daily life.
Can the home accommodate special dietary requirements?
Yes. The chefs prepare balanced meals and accommodate requirements including vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, lactose-free and nut-allergy diets.
How much does The Mayfields Care Home cost?
The CQC register does not list fees, so ask The Mayfields Care Home for its weekly fee. As a guide, Norfolk council paid on average £1,129 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.