What is Mills Meadow’s CQC rating?

The CQC overall rating for Mills Meadow is "Outstanding".

Mills Meadow

Q: What is Mills Meadow’s CQC rating?

The CQC overall rating for Mills Meadow is &quot;Outstanding&quot;.

Trusted to care in Framlingham, Suffolk
Rated 'Outstanding' by the CQC

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Welcome to Mills Meadow

Mills Meadow care home in Framlingham, Suffolk provides ‘outstanding’-rated permanent and short term residential and dementia care for older people. We also provide day support for older people from the Framlingham area in the Mills Meadow Club, next door to the home.

Whether your loved one joins us on a daily, short term or permanent basis, we get to know them as an individual and ensure that they enjoy tailored and meaningful experiences every day.

Our purpose-built care home is designed to give residents maximum space, choice and luxury. Each of the 60 bedrooms is spacious and has its own en-suite facilities plus quality furnishings and fittings.

We pride ourselves on the transparency of our care quality and fee information - ensuring you can trust us to care from that very first step.

Mills Meadow At a glance

Location

Fore Street
Framlingham
Suffolk
IP13 9DF

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CQC Rating

Outstanding

Availability

Open to new residents

Pricing

Key facts summary

Contract

Contract summary

Free event

Fish and chip Friday

Join us for traditional fish and chips prepared by our talented chefs in a relaxed setting on the last Friday of each month, 12.30pm - 2pm.

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Free event

Mills Companions carers support group - free event at Mills Meadow

Join our Mills Companions support group for carers supporting someone with dementia or cognitive impairment – a relaxed space to connect, share experiences and gain peer support, with refreshments provided and activities available for loved ones.

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Mills Companions carers support group - free event at Mills Meadow

Have a look around our home

Mills Meadow has its own hair salon, café, cinema room and secure gardens for residents to enjoy as they please.

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Life at our home

At Mills Meadow we believe in supporting residents to enjoy a meaningful lifestyle, whatever their abilities. We get to know your loved ones interests and plan activities to suit them, from music sessions and quizzes, to pamper afternoons and live entertainment.

Cafe
Cinema room
Garden
Garden view rooms
Hair and beauty salon
Library
Local shops nearby
Lounge area
Minibus for outings
Namaste room

Care at our home

Our Framlingham care home team provides a wealth of different care types. We always do a care needs assessment for every prospective new resident who joins us, so we know we can give them the care they need.

Types of care offered

Healthcare services

Chiropody
Community support services
Dentist
District nursing team
Movement therapy
Namaste care
Occupational therapy
Optician
Pharmacy service
Speech and language therapy

Meet the team

Every day our colleagues live our values of passionate, caring and teamwork to empower residents to enjoy fulfilling lives.

The dedicated and experienced team at Mills Meadow will provide your loved one with care that is completely tailored to their individual needs and wishes.

I believe a Home Manager should be compassionate, approachable and an effective leader. Building trusting relationships, leading by example and always putting residents at the heart of everything we do are values that are incredibly important to me. My favourite part of the day is spending time with our residents and colleagues first thing in the morning.

Julie Wallace
Home Manager

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Introducing Mills Meadow

How we are doing

When you’re choosing care for a loved one, trust is fundamental to your decision. Take a look at some of our reviews from family members and residents.

Carehome.co.uk reviews

CQC Rating: Outstanding

What's going on

There's never a dull moment at Care UK! Why not find out what's going on at Mills Meadow care home.

Oct 14, 2026

Care UK celebrates double success at the Leaders in Care Awards

Care UK colleagues are celebrating after winning two awards at this year’s Leaders in Care Awards.

Sep 25, 2026

Framlingham care home resident takes centre stage to fulfil lifelong singing dream

A Framlingham care home resident was given the chance to fulfil her childhood music dream of performing in front of a live audience.

Sep 16, 2026

Care UK wins two awards at the 2026 Hotel Housekeeping Honours ceremony

Care UK colleagues are celebrating after winning two awards at this year’s Hotel Housekeeping Honours Awards ceremony.

What others have to say

Here are just some of the comments we’ve received from family, friends and residents at Mills Meadow care home.

I must thank Mills Meadow Care Home in Framlingham. When I unexpectedly had to stay for two weeks following an operation, everyone was so kind and helpful. The carers all worked together looking after me. Each day there were events you could join in or enjoy time in the lovely garden. Thank you, all of you.

Relative of a resident, July 2026

We knew Mills Meadow was the right place for Dad, but little did we know how wonderful his new home would be. We are so grateful for the kindness, attention to detail, care and support shown to both Dad and our family.

Relative of a resident, August 2026

During a difficult and emotional time, you provided not only excellent care but also comfort, reassurance and understanding. Knowing that Dad was treated with dignity and genuine warmth gave us great peace of mind. We will never forget the difference you made to Dad's life and to our family. Thank you doesn't begin to cover our gratitude.

Relative of a resident, September 2026

There was genuine care and affection for Granny from those who looked after her. You did everything to ensure she was comfortable, and we are so grateful for the kindness shown to our family.

Relative of a resident, September 2026

It is a very welcoming place and the atmosphere is surprisingly upbeat, there's always something going on and the team are a really friendly lot. Everyone is lovely, they seem to really enjoy their work and they genuinely care about the residents, it's not just an act they put on with the uniform.

Relative of a resident, April 2026

Care Home Awards 2026 gold winner - Outstanding Larger Group Care Provider

Carehome.co.uk Top 20 Large Care Home Groups 2026

Caring UK Awards 2026 finalist - Commitment to Training and Development

Caring UK Awards 2026 finalist - Care Employer of the Year

Caring UK Awards 2026 finalist - Care Group of the Year

Lottie Awards 2026 winner - Top 10 Large Care Provider

National Care Awards 2026 finalist - Training and Development of the Year

National Care Awards 2026 finalist - Care Home Group (Large)

LaingBuisson Awards 2026 finalist - Care Home Group of the Year

Leaders in Care Awards 2026 finalist - Care Provider of the Year category

National Association of Care Catering Awards 2026 finalist - Care Establishment of the year

Foodservice Cateys Awards 2026 winner - Healthcare Caterer of the Year category

Nursing Times Awards 2026 finalist - Nurse Lead of the Year Award category

Dementia Care Awards 2026 finalist - Intergenerational Activity Award category

Silver Marketing Association Awards 2026 highly commemded - Best PR Campaign

Stars of Social Care Awards 2026 finalist - Recruitment and Retention Award category

Stars of Social Care Awards 2026 finalist - Great Marketeer Award category

Stars of Social Care Awards 2026 finalist - Learning & Development Award category

HealthInvestor Awards 2026 finalist - Residential Elderly Care Provider of the year - Large Group category

Public Sector Catering Awards 2026 winner - Training and Apprenticeship Award

Your next steps

Not sure where to start, or how to choose?
Our customer care team can guide you through the process step-by-step, whether it’s understanding care types, finding the right care home or understanding more about funding care.

Want to learn more about this home or arrange a visit?
Speak to our friendly care support team who can answer any questions you may have about the care available at our home and can help book a showround of the home at a time convenient to you.

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Help and advice

Our help and advice guides have been produced by our experts and include real life experiences of older people and their families.

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Trips and outings

Residents living in Care UK homes are offered a range of day trips and organised activities in their surrounding areas. These outings are a great chance for residents to get out and about and enjoy activities, exercise and a change of scenery.

Trips to the coast and ice creams
Lunch at the Royal George - Ipswich
Garnetts Garden Centre - Woodbridge
Easton Farm Park - Woodbridge
Trip to Orford
Bressingham Steam Museum
The Hut and sea front at Felixstowe
Dobbies Garden Centre
Thorpness for the views and ice creams

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FAQs

Mills Meadow offers expert care and daily activities in bright, safe and clean surroundings, and our onsite facilities include: cafe, garden, hair and beauty salon, cinema room, pub/ bar, library, shop, minibus for outings, reminiscence room and lounge area.

The CQC overall rating for Mills Meadow is "Outstanding".

Mills Meadow offers residential care, dementia care, respite care, end of life care and day club for older people in Framlingham, Suffolk.

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