Celebrating life at Barchester

We celebrate life through everything we do, from our thoughtful experiences and activities to our delicious food. We offer the latest technology as well as sensory engagement to nurture the wellbeing of our residents. With a wide variety of tailored activities and events we make sure our residents have the best physical, mental, spiritual and social stimulation, all bespoke to them. Take a look at what we’ve been up to…

Woodhorn Park Care Home

Miners picnic

Today some of our ladies were welcomed to Woodhorn Museum to their annual miners picnic. We enjoyed some lovely teas and coffees , a delicious picnic put together by our amazing chef and of course the amazing music from all the amazing Colliery Brass Brands.

However it is important to remember what the true meaning of the miners picnic. As well as the music we also attended the memorial to remember those minors who lost their lives and remembering the legacy they left for us al

Woodhorn Park Care Home

Community donation

A big thank you to Cooplands Bakers for kindly donating a variety of biscuits and treats for our residents to enjoy as part of our National Biscuits Day celebrations.

Who doesn't love a biscuit with a cuppa!

Woodhorn Park Care Home

Fun in the sun at garden party

Residents and staff enjoyed a splash in the paddling pool, mocktails and catching the UV rays whilst listening to music and taking in the gorgeous weather, whilst reminiscing about fun times of childhoods spent on the beach and summer holidays.

We are all definitely summer ready!

Woodhorn Park Care Home

Dementia Action Week

Today we were joined by the lovely Dianne from Alzheimer's Society who taught staff, residents and families all about dementia and the stigma around it

Dianne showed everyone a different perspective of dementia and changed the terms and means of dementia and made it more understandable for everyone! It was a great take away for everyone to use on a day to day basis

Woodhorn Park Care Home

World Bee Day

Today at Woodhorn Park we were joined by a bee keeper who taught us all about bee. From the management to the equipment's and the produce our residents and staff learnt it all! With staff even being volunteered to model the suit!

Residents enjoyed using the bees wax made to make their own candles as well as trying the honey made by the bees

Glebefields Care Home

A Wonderful Week at Glebefields Care Home

It’s been another busy and enjoyable week at Glebefields.

Our residents have taken part in a variety of activities including chair exercises, non-bake baking, and creating beautiful flower arrangements.

We were delighted to welcome entertainer Bill Tustain, who brought plenty of smiles and laughter, and residents also enjoyed walks around the beautiful village of Drayton.

The week was rounded off with residents following the excitement of Royal Ascot, celebrating Ladies Day, and watching the Trooping the Colour for the King’s Birthday Parade.

As always, there was plenty of fun, friendship and enjoyment throughout the week, and our residents thoroughly enjoyed taking part.

Live musical entertainment

Here at Woodhorn Park Sundays are definitely for dancing! This week, we were joined by the outstanding The Peabodys who gave us a true variety of songs from Jolene to The Lion Sleeps Tonight!

Both staff and residents had an amazing afternoon and we can’t wait to have you back again soon

Glebefields Care Home

A Wonderful Surprise Reunion for Beryl

What a truly special afternoon we had at Glebefields! We organised a surprise tea party for our lovely resident Beryl, welcoming her dear friends from the Crafts and Laughs Ladies Group in Tysoe Village. Beryl was a much-loved member of the group, and since moving to Glebefields, her friends have missed her greatly.

The reunion was full of smiles, laughter, and happy memories as the group surprised Beryl with beautiful flowers from her very own garden many of which she planted and lovingly cared for herself.

The joy on Beryl’s face was priceless as she spent time catching up with friends and sharing stories over beautiful scones and snacks prepared by Glebefields own hospitality team.

We’re also delighted to say that arrangements have been made for Beryl to re-join the group every month, helping her stay connected with the friendships and activities she loves so much.

A huge thank you to everyone who helped make this heart-warming reunion possible. It was a wonderful reminder that friendships can continue to flourish, no matter where life takes us.

Cheers to Beer Day Britain!

We had a great time celebrating Beer Day Britain today with a little toast, lots of laughs, and some good company! Our beer lovers were happy to raise a glass together and share a few stories.

It was also a chance for everyone to meet our new Activities Assistant, Ellie, who joined in the fun and got to know some of our residents.

Don’t worry – Ellie was sticking to the soft drinks while on shift!

What a lovely afternoon full of smiles, laughter, and cheers all around!