Brundall
Braydeston Court joined the Hollyman family-run group in 2021. Set in a peaceful Brundall location, it combines Edwardian character with comfortable communal spaces, gardens and a newly created cafe area.
About this home
A characterful Edwardian house in Brundall offering residential, dementia and respite care.
Peaceful Brundall location close to Norwich
Edwardian character with comfortable shared spaces
Residential, dementia and respite support
Light-filled bedrooms
En-suite rooms available
Rooms with individual character
Personal belongings encouraged
Cosy, restful spaces
Photo tour
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Feel and fit
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Characterful and welcoming, with Edwardian details, cosy corners and a cafe-style shared space.
Sociable without losing quiet places to sit, talk or spend time with family.
Close to Brundall and Norwich routes, while still feeling residential and settled.
Speak to the team about availability, suitability, viewing times or a printed brochure. You can start with a few questions.
Meet the team
Led by Maria Barber, the Braydeston Court team supports residents with familiar routines, practical reassurance and a calm daily rhythm.
Maria Barber
Home Manager
Home Manager
"Good care starts with treating people as you would want your own loved ones to be treated."
Maria brings more than 30 years of health and social care experience to Braydeston Court, with a background spanning care homes, domiciliary care, day services and hospital settings.
She has built and improved care services, supported teams through change, worked as a care consultant and is qualified to teach Health and Social Care. Maria is hands-on and visible around the home, with a leadership style that is fair, approachable, energetic and supportive.
Her focus is simple: residents should feel valued, families should feel reassured and staff should feel proud of the care they give.
What I care about
Making sure residents feel valued, families feel reassured and staff feel proud of the care they give.
Families can ask me about
Residential care, dementia support, respite enquiries, daily life, moving in and how the team supports changing needs.
What Maria focuses on
A little more about Maria
Away from work, Maria is a proud mum of five and grandmother to one. She enjoys family time, swimming when she gets the chance, and writing rhyming poetry.
What this means for families
A welcoming home culture shaped by warmth, humour and high standards.
A team supported to grow in confidence and deliver consistent care.
A balance of Edwardian character, practical leadership and everyday companionship.
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Book a viewingLife at Braydeston Court
Braydeston Court has photos from 3 recent events, including Pony visit. These moments help show the atmosphere families can expect when they visit.
Visiting and local area
A viewing can include the Edwardian frontage, cafe-style area, bedrooms, quiet corners and a conversation about current care needs.
Braydeston Court is in Brundall, close to Norwich and surrounding Broadland villages, making it practical for families who want a home near Brundall with accessible visiting routes.
Ample on-site parking is available for visitors, and the home is served by local bus routes. Ask about the easiest arrival point when booking, particularly if you are visiting with a relative or need step-free guidance.
Families often ask about care types, respite options, dementia support, activities, visiting routines and what availability looks like.
Family questions
Yes. A viewing is often the best way to understand the atmosphere, meet the team and ask questions about daily routines, rooms, safety and availability.
You can start with what has changed. The team can talk through residential care, dementia care, respite or other options without making the conversation feel clinical or rushed.
Braydeston Court encourages familiar items where practical, because photographs, favourite blankets, ornaments and everyday objects can help a room feel more like their own.
Yes. Family knowledge is important, especially around routines, food preferences, communication, interests, worries and what helps someone feel settled.
This depends on availability, assessment and the person's current needs. If the situation is urgent, call so the team can explain the practical next step.
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Quality and regulation
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Ample on-site parking
Served by local bus routes
En-suite rooms available
