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The Laurels
116 Yarmouth Road, Lowestoft, NR32 4AQ — Care Home
Care Quality Commission (CQC) assessment
How The Laurels was rated
Rating published 26/01/2026. Read the full inspection report.
- 7 bedsRegistered capacity
- SuffolkCouncil for care funding
- 01502 585459Care home's own number
- Kingsley HealthcareOperator
- 30th December 2010Registered since
- Country Retirement & Nursing Homes LtdRegistered provider
Care offered
Care types at The Laurels
The Laurels is a Care Home in Lowestoft, Suffolk, offering Residential and Learning Disability care.
The Laurels was registered with the Care Quality Commission in December 2010. It is run by Country Retirement & Nursing Homes Ltd, a company registered at Companies House (number 03790953). Country Retirement & Nursing Homes Ltd runs 6 care homes in England registered with CQC, and is part of the Kingsley Healthcare group.
CQC registers the home to care for older people, younger adults and people with learning disabilities or autism.
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Support and specialisms
Support for
Disability support
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0800 368 8558Lines open 8am–10pm, seven days a week See all questionsWhat rating has The Laurels been given by the regulator?
The Care Quality Commission rated The Laurels "Requires improvement" overall, in its most recent report, published January 2026.
What types of care does The Laurels provide?
The Laurels provides Residential and Learning Disability care.
How many beds does The Laurels have?
The Laurels is registered for 7 beds with the Care Quality Commission.
Who runs The Laurels?
The Laurels is run by Country Retirement & Nursing Homes Ltd, a company registered at Companies House (number 03790953). The provider runs 6 care homes in England registered with the Care Quality Commission and is part of the Kingsley Healthcare group.
When was The Laurels registered with CQC?
The Laurels has been registered with the Care Quality Commission since December 2010. Its provider, Country Retirement & Nursing Homes Ltd, has held CQC registration since October 2010.
Who does The Laurels care for?
CQC registers The Laurels to care for older people, younger adults and people with learning disabilities or autism.
Does The Laurels provide nursing care?
No. The Laurels is registered as a care home without nursing. Its staff give personal care, and residents who need nursing are usually visited by NHS community or district nurses.
Which council covers The Laurels?
The Laurels is in the Suffolk council area. The council carries out care needs assessments and decides council funding for residents who qualify.
Is live-in care an alternative to The Laurels?
For many families, yes. A live-in carer supports one person at home one-to-one in Lowestoft, so nobody has to move. It is often the clearer choice for a couple, since one carer can support both under a single weekly fee.