Thorp House
Nursing home · Thetford
Church Road, Griston, Thetford, IP25 6QA
Run by Althea HealthCare Limited
- GoodCQC · Feb 2023
- 8.0Our score
- Beds41
- Type of careNursing
- Phone01953 881786
Latest inspection
- Inspected on 24 February 2023
What the inspectors rate
- SafeGood
- EffectiveGood
- CaringGood
- ResponsiveGood
- Well-ledGood
- Regulator
- Care Quality Commission
- Registered as
- Thorp House
- Status
- Registered in England
- Latest rating
- Good
- Register number
- 1-219770547
From the public register of the Care Quality Commission, checked on 2 November 2026.
About Thorp House
Thorp House provides nursing, residential and dementia care in the village of Griston near Watton. The home supports residents in a peaceful setting with decorated bedrooms, living areas and a country garden, while staff are on duty around the clock.
Care programmes are shaped around residents’ histories, interests and preferences, with activities, trips out and visiting entertainers forming part of daily life. External professionals visit regularly through established links. There are no set visiting hours, so families can visit whenever they wish.
Care on offer
- Care homes
Compared with Thetford
Nearest
| Name | Distance | Official rating | Our score | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Buckingham Lodge Care HomeThetford | 1 miles | Requires improvement | 6.2 | |
| Lancaster HouseThetford | 1.1 miles | Good | 8.0 | |
| Dorrington House (Watton)Watton | 1.6 miles | Requires improvement | 6.2 | |
| Kalmia & MallowThetford | 2.1 miles | Requires improvement | 6.2 | |
| Ashill Lodge Care HomeThetford | 4.4 miles | Good | 8.0 |
Also run by Althea HealthCare Limited
| Name | Official rating | Our score | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| The DepperhaughHoxne | Good | 8.0 | |
| Sycamore Heights Care HomeBedford |
What stands out
What stands out
- No set visiting hours
Ask about
- Nursing and specialist needs are assessed individually
Suits: People needing nursing, residential or dementia care
Types of care
Also works on: nursing
Location
Church Road, Griston, Thetford, IP25 6QA
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Questions families ask
Is Thorp House staffed overnight?
Yes. Staff are on duty 24/7, and each bedroom has a nurse call bell within reach so residents can summon assistance when needed.
Does Thorp House have set visiting hours?
No. There are no set visiting hours because the home is staffed 24 hours a day. Families can also join residents for lunch with a little notice.
Which health professionals visit Thorp House?
External professionals visit regularly, including district nurses, chiropodists, GPs and opticians. Qualified staff are available around the clock for most needs.
What types of care does Thorp House provide?
Thorp House provides nursing, residential and dementia care in a peaceful setting near Watton on the Norfolk and Suffolk border.
Can residents use the gardens at Thorp House?
Yes. Residents have access to secure, spacious and well-kept gardens at any time, with staff support for anyone who needs mobility assistance or an escort.
How much does Thorp House cost?
The CQC register does not list fees, so ask Thorp House for its weekly fee. As a guide, Norfolk council paid on average £1,199 a week for a nursing care place for people aged 65 and over in 2024-2025, against £1,102 across England (GOV.UK adult social care finance report). People who pay for their own care are usually charged more than councils pay.