Celebrating life at Barchester

We've started a new upcycling project here at Parley Place, residents have an item they are currently working on, we can't wait to see the finished piece and hear about the fun they've had!

Residents and staff had a fabulous afternoon fuelled by traditional whippy ice creams from local ice cream man Norman. Thank you Norman for stopping by!

A wonderful evening was had in the Castle View Cafe at Whitewater Place as we celebrated National Prosecco Day with a bar service and cheese buffet! A few games of scrabble and lots of laughter made for a great time for both residents and staff.

Staff and residents at Weystone Manor Care Home threw a spectacular canine celebration last week, rolling out the red carpet to host a lavish 7th birthday party for a very special four-legged VIP. The guest of honour was Mr Darcy, a beloved dog belonging to the daughter of Viv, a resident at Weystone Manor. As a frequent and adored visitor to the home, the residents decided his milestone birthday deserved a grand celebration to thank him for the joy he brings to the community. To make the day truly special, Weystone Manor's Activities Coordinator, Megan, teamed up with some of the residents to decorate the home's bistro for the occasion. General Manager Abdul Rifai joined in the festive fun as the birthday boy was presented with a selection of tasty meat treats, followed by a lively, enthusiastic group sing-along of "Happy Birthday" by the residents, Viv’s daughter Debbie and staff. "Mr Darcy brings immense joy to everyone here during his visits with our resident's daughter," said Abdul Rifai, General Manager at Weystone Manor. "Animal companionship provides incredible comfort and mental stimulation for our residents. Helping his family celebrate his 7th birthday with Megan's wonderful activities was the perfect way to show him how much he means to our entire Weystone Manor family." The event highlights Weystone Manor's dedication to creating vibrant, unique, and family-inclusive experiences that keep residents actively involved in creating joyful community memories. Weystone Manor care home is run by Barchester Healthcare, one of the UK’s largest care providers, which is committed to delivering personalised care across its care homes and hospitals. Weystone Manor provides residential and dementia care and care for 62 residents from respite breaks to longer term stays.

Our residents hopped in the minibus for a wonderful afternoon out exploring the beautiful wetlands and walkways on Horsell Common followed by the obligatory delicious coffee and cake in the Heather Farm café. Enriching the lives of our residents is at the heart of everything we do!

We had a fantastic day here on Tuesday as we welcomed the wonderful Surrey Classic Vehicle Club to our home for our Classics In The Courtyard event. Our residents and guests loved chatting to the owners and going outside to outside to admire the beautiful classic cars and reliving some amazing memories. And of course in true Weystone Manor style, our head chef and hospitality team, did us proud with some delicious cakes to enjoy in our lovely, air-conditioned bistro! A huge thank you to the club for visiting us and putting on such a spectacular show!

Thanks also to the lovey Diane M Watson for putting on a superb display of birthday cards and delightful gifts in our bistro for guests to browse...we look forward to seeing you soon Diane!

We are thrilled to announce that Weystone Manor has received a 5-Star Hospitality Rating! ?This award celebrates our team's commitment to delivering luxury hospitality, exceptional dining, and a first-class service. A massive thank you to our incredible team and wonderful community. 

Our residents loved browsing the shelves for their favourite books, discovering new stories, and exploring the beautiful Woking Photographic Society annual exhibition. It was fantastic looking at all the impressive pictures on display and chatting about their favourite photos.

A huge thank you to the library team and the talented local photographers for making our visit so memorable!