Barchester's 25th anniversary

Now one of the largest care providers in the UK, Barchester Healthcare is celebrating 25 years since it was founded and works began to transform a derelict, 17^th Century listed farmhouse into the first ever Barchester home.

When entrepreneur Mike Parsons purchased Moreton Hill in the Cotswolds in 1992, his aim was to start a care home provider capable of delivering high-quality care in luxurious surroundings.

25 years on, Barchester runs 201 care homes across the UK, 7 independent hospitals and currently has the leading quality ratings among all the large providers running services in England.

Celebrations for the anniversary will take place in Barchester homes and hospitals across the UK.  From tea parties to live music sessions, staff and residents are planning a range of events and hope to welcome others from the community to celebrate with them.

All staff who have worked at a Barchester-run home for 25 years will receive a gift and four individuals will receive further recognition in the ‘Lifetime Achievement’ category at this year’s Barchester Care Awards, an awards ceremony for staff and volunteers.

Barchester’s Chief Executive, Dr Pete Calveley says: “Barchester has grown rapidly over the last 25 years and is now one of the UK’s leading care home providers in terms of both size and quality ratings. The values set out in those earlier days, remain at the heart of this organisation and we continue to work hard to achieve high-standards in every aspect of the care we deliver and to promote independence, dignity and choice for the individuals living in our homes and hospitals.

Our 25^th anniversary is a great opportunity for everyone who is a part of Barchester today to celebrate their contribution to its continued development. It’s also a fine excuse for a party, which is something Barchester staff and residents know how to do very well!”