Activities at Badgeworth Court Care Home

There was lots of excitement at Badgeworth Court as we welcomed two very special visitors — baby lambs Mary and Molly!

Our residents were thrilled to meet the adorable pair, who quickly made themselves at home. Everyone had the chance to stroke, cuddle, and even bottle feed the lambs, creating plenty of smiles and laughter throughout the afternoon. It was a fantastic experience, and it was wonderful to see the joy that Mary and Molly brought to everyone.

At Badgeworth Court, we believe strongly in the therapeutic benefits of animals. Spending time with animals can have a calming and uplifting effect, helping to reduce stress and promote a sense of wellbeing. It also sparks wonderful memories and conversations, as many of our residents shared stories of their own experiences growing up around animals.

The lambs were gentle, friendly, and seemed to enjoy all the attention just as much as our residents enjoyed meeting them. Events like these are a lovely way to create meaningful moments and connections, and it’s something we love to encourage whenever possible.

We are already looking forward to welcoming more furry (or woolly!) friends to Badgeworth Court again soon.

It’s been a busy and joyful few weeks at Badgeworth Court, filled with music, sunshine, and community spirit!

We were delighted to welcome the talented guitarist and singer Justin Daish, who treated us to an afternoon of timeless tunes. Our residents sang along to classics from The Shadows and Johnny Cash’s “Ring of Fire,” all while enjoying endless cups of tea, coffee, and even a glass of wine or two. A big thank you to Justin for such a fantastic performance – we hope to see him again soon!

Few days later we hosted a lovely Garden Party to raise funds for Barchester’s Charitable Foundation, which supports vulnerable people and those living with disabilities by providing vital grants. We were thrilled to be joined by Regional Directors Claire Brewer and Isabela Andriuca, who are bravely took part in the Barchester Charitable Foundation Cook Off 2025 to help raise even more funds. 

To round off a wonderful week, we soaked up the sunshine with a courtyard concert by the talented Anna Tharia. Her lively set included hits from Little Eva and the traditional folk favourite “My Bonnie.” We always encourage our residents to enjoy the fresh air during the warmer months, helping to boost mental health and wellbeing.

Thank you to everyone who helped make these events so special – we can’t wait for more sunny days ahead!

This Mother’s Day, we pulled out all the stops to make the day truly memorable for our wonderful residents and their families.

In the afternoon, we hosted a beautiful Mother’s Day tea party, complete with a delicious selection of cakes, pastries, and sandwiches. Our dining room was decorated with fresh flowers and pretty table settings, creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere for everyone to enjoy. Each of our lovely residents also received a special gift as a small token of our appreciation, bringing lots of big smiles and a few happy tears.

We were delighted to welcome so many family members who came along to share in the celebrations. It was heart-warming to see generations coming together to enjoy the afternoon, catching up over tea and cakes, sharing memories, and making new ones.

Adding an extra touch of magic to the day, we were treated to a beautiful performance by a talented violinist. The music filled the room and created a wonderful, relaxed setting that everyone enjoyed.

It was a truly special afternoon filled with laughter, love, and togetherness — everything Mother’s Day should be about. A huge thank you to our team for organising such a thoughtful event and to everyone who came and made it a day to remember.

What a fantastic day we had at Badgeworth Court, bringing all the excitement of Cheltenham Races right into our home!

We kicked off the morning with a fun sweepstake, where our residents picked their horses for the afternoon’s races. There was plenty of laughter and a bit of friendly rivalry as everyone made their choices – some went with lucky names, others had their own secret winning strategies!

In the afternoon, the atmosphere really came to life. Our residents dressed up for the occasion, wearing fabulous hats and fascinators that wouldn’t have looked out of place at the real racecourse. The lounge was buzzing as we watched the races live on the big screen, with lots of cheering, clapping, and a few tense moments as the horses approached the finish line.

It was wonderful to see everyone getting involved, whether they were racing fans or just there for the fun. There were lots of smiles, plenty of laughs, and even a few prizes for those lucky sweepstake winners!

Days like these are what make life at Badgeworth Court so special — full of fun, friendship, and a real sense of community. A big thank you to all the team who made it happen, from setting up the sweepstake to making sure everyone looked race-day ready.

Badgeworth Court had a very different pet therapy session recently. We welcomed our feathery friends in to the home with the wonderful Jenny from Wrens Birds of Prey.

With 3 different species of owls Jenny gave our residents a very informative session with many question and answers from our residents. They even had the opportunity to get up close and personal . 

This really was a different style of pet therapy and we are looking forward to the next visit!

At Badgeworth Court we are extremely lucky to be surround by beautiful grounds.

So when the sun is shining it is an absolute delight to be able to go for a walk in our beautiful gardens.

The home is surrounded by woodlands, fields filled with wildlife. We even have our very own family over deer! Keep an eye out for them on your next visit.

Of course the best way to finish off our walk is a nice hot cup of tea and delicious cake in our very own bistro.