Family run care group Stow Healthcare has completed the acquisition of Great Horkesley Manor from Larchwood Care.

The home near Colchester in Essex is registered to provide residential and dementia care for 73 residents.

Roger Catchpole, managing director of Stow Healthcare, said: “We are delighted to announce the acquisition of Great Horkesley Manor Care Home from Larchwood Care. Stow Healthcare strives to be the premier residential, nursing, and memory care provider in the East of England. Stow Healthcare is excited to welcome Great Horkesley Manor to our group.

“As we move through the next phase, we look forward to getting to know residents, staff and families. With the support of Essex County Council, the Care Quality Commission, and the local community, I am confident that we can turn Great Horkesley Manor into one of the best care homes in the area.”

Stow Healthcare prides itself on offering high-quality care in homes rated Outstanding and Good by the Care Quality Commission. Owned and managed by brother and sister Roger Catchpole and Ruth French, Great Horkesley Manor, which is currently rated Requires Improvement, is the eighth home to join the national award-winning care provider.