Daily life at Horkesley Manor is a mixture of enjoyable social events and peaceful relaxation.
For those residents wishing to keep themselves occupied, our activities coordinators arrange a busy schedule of interesting and varied activities. Our regular events include singing, painting, cards and other board games, movie afternoons, reminiscence and poetry readings, as well as regular live music performances. Importantly, relatives and friends are always encouraged to join in. Residents who do not wish to take part in groups activities are given time on a one to one basis, allowing them enjoyable conversation and providing them with company.
Additionally, larger events are organised on a yearly basis, such as the annual “Stow In Bloom” gardening competition, coffee mornings, and trips to local attractions. Whatever your interest, there is something at Horkesley Manor for you.
At Horkesley Manor each resident can choose from a variety of suites; all offering generous living accommodation, quality furnishings, ability to connect to a private telephone line, a TV point, wifi throughout the Home and access to all communal facilities. Importantly, each suite can be personalised to allow you to turn Horkesley Manor into your home. In addition to premium residential care and well-appointed suites, Horkesley Manor provides beautifully maintained gardens, and private areas for residents to enjoy.
Horkesley Manor fees include 24-hour premium care, fine linens, In-house laundry, freshly prepared meals from our professional kitchen, and regular social functions.

At Horkesley Manor we recognise the importance of food, not just as a source of nutrition, but for the way in which it encourages our residents to socialise, reminisce and celebrate. Our meals are freshly cooked, nutritionally balanced and served in gorgeous surroundings to encourage residents to enjoy their mealtimes.
We look to the seasons to inspire change in our menus and take care to prepare dishes that reflect food our residents have been used to enjoying throughout their lives as well as encouraging residents to try something new!
We cater for a variety of dietary requirements and benefit from staff with training (up to degree level) in nutrition, who work closely with the care and catering staff to ensure good levels of nutrition are maintained. Food can be enjoyed in your own room should you so choose.
Colchester
Colchester is a historic town, home to the beautiful Castle Park and Colchester Castle, an 11th-century edifice and manicured grounds – https://colchester.cimuseums.org.uk/visit/colchester-castle/
Colchester Zoo
Opened in 1963 just outside of the town of Colchester, the zoo is home to many rare and endangered species –https://www.colchester-zoo.com/
High Woods Country Park
A local beauty spot which includes woodland, a lake and open spaces, ideal for picnics – https://www.colchester.gov.uk/country-park/
West Mersea Island
Located just a 20 minute drive from the heart of Colchester is the idyllic West Mersea Beach–https://visitmerseaisland.co.uk/