The Willows
Residential care home · Bury St Edmunds
Corders Farm, Bury Road, Lawshall, Bury St Edmunds, IP29 4PJ
Run by Extrafriend Limited
- GoodCQC · Feb 2020
- 8.0Our score
- Beds25
- Type of careResidential
- Phone01284 830665
Latest inspection
- Inspected on 14 February 2020
Inspected more than 4 years ago
What the inspectors rate
- SafeGood
- EffectiveGood
- CaringGood
- ResponsiveGood
- Well-ledGood
- Regulator
- Care Quality Commission
- Registered as
- The Willows
- Status
- Registered in England
- Latest rating
- Good
- Register number
- 1-107340693
From the public register of the Care Quality Commission, checked on 2 November 2026.
About The Willows
The Willows provides long-term residential care, dementia care and respite stays for older people and adults under 65 in a village setting between Sudbury and Bury St Edmunds. The home accommodates 24 residents and offers support for families making a planned move or arranging short-term care.
Daily life includes a varied weekly activity programme designed around creativity, movement, enjoyment and individual interests. Before admission, the team focuses on getting to know each resident’s needs and preferences, then uses personalised care planning to shape support. Long-term residential support, specialised dementia care and respite stays are available within the same home.
Care on offer
- Care homes
Compared with Bury St Edmunds
Nearest
| Name | Distance | Official rating | Our score | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lark ViewBury St. Edmunds | 2.7 miles | |||
| The Grange Residential HomeBury St Edmunds | 5 miles | Requires improvement | 6.2 | |
| Glastonbury CourtBury St. Edmunds | 5 miles | |||
| Glastonbury CourtBury St Edmunds | 5 miles | Outstanding | 8.8 | |
| The Briars Residential Care HomeSudbury | 5 miles |
Also run by Extrafriend Limited
| Name | Official rating | Our score | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Glendale LodgeDeal | Good | 7.4 |
What stands out
What stands out
- Care for adults under 65
- 24-resident village home
- Activity programme built around individuality
Suits: Families seeking dementia care or respite in a small residential home
Types of care
Also works on: residential
Location
Corders Farm, Bury Road, Lawshall, Bury St Edmunds, IP29 4PJ
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Questions families ask
Are staff trained in dementia care?
Yes. The entire staff team undergoes comprehensive dementia care training developed by the home's Dementia Care Specialists.
Do they offer respite care or short stays?
Yes. They offer respite and short-stay care alongside residential and dementia care.
What happens before admission?
They meet the prospective resident and family to profile care and wellbeing needs and understand how to support a fulfilled life.
Are activities tailored to each resident?
Yes. Activities are adapted to residents' interests, cultural backgrounds, individual needs and abilities, combining group and personal activities.
How much does The Willows cost?
The CQC register does not list fees, so ask The Willows 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.