Activities at Badgeworth Court Care Home

We are delighted to introduce our beautiful sensory garden, designed to enhance wellbeing and provide a peaceful outdoor space for residents, families and visitors to enjoy. Featuring colourful flowers, fragrant plants, accessible pathways and comfortable seating, the garden encourages relaxation, reminiscence and meaningful engagement with nature. Residents can take part in gardening activities, social gatherings and quiet moments outdoors, promoting both physical and emotional wellbeing. Particularly beneficial for those living with dementia, the sensory garden offers calming sensory experiences and reflects our commitment to creating enriching environments where residents can truly thrive.

At Badgeworth Court, we believe that spending time outdoors can have a positive impact on happiness, independence and overall health. Our sensory garden reflects our commitment to creating enriching environments where every resident can continue to live life to the fullest.       

Our New Sensory Garden , A Space to Relax, Connect and Thrive

We are delighted to introduce our beautiful sensory garden, designed to enhance wellbeing and provide a peaceful outdoor space for residents, families and visitors to enjoy. Featuring colourful flowers, fragrant plants, accessible pathways and comfortable seating, the garden encourages relaxation, reminiscence and meaningful engagement with nature. Residents can take part in gardening activities, social gatherings and quiet moments outdoors, promoting both physical and emotional wellbeing. Particularly beneficial for those living with dementia, the sensory garden offers calming sensory experiences and reflects our commitment to creating enriching environments where residents can truly thrive.

At Badgeworth Court, we believe that spending time outdoors can have a positive impact on happiness, independence and overall health. Our sensory garden reflects our commitment to creating enriching environments where every resident can continue to live life to the fullest.

We were delighted to welcome a talented local art company who brought festive magic to our home with a wonderful Christmas panto performance for our residents. The show was filled with colour, laughter, music, and plenty of audience interaction, creating a truly joyful atmosphere throughout the afternoon.

Our residents thoroughly enjoyed the familiar songs, humour, and playful storytelling, with many joining in and sharing smiles and applause. Experiences like this are so special, helping to spark happy memories and bring everyone together.

It was a fantastic celebration of the festive season and we are very grateful for the smiles and cheer the performers shared with us.

One of our most recent adventures on a minibus took us to Highfield Garden Centre. Our residents explored the various departments for gift ideas for Christmas, visited the lovely aquarium and, of course, the last stop was at the wonderful coffee shop which has the most delicious cakes to enjoy.  

We look forward to more adventures out in the minibus soon!

Did you know our residents can take part in weekly craft sessions such as art, flower arranging, cookery and more? 

These sessions increase creativity and develop new skills. Recently, we hosted a lovely sewing club making cases to be used to store reading glasses using various fabrics. This session was enjoyed by all. 

At Badgeworth Court, we believe that meaningful experiences and staying connected with the local community are vital to wellbeing. Regular day trips provide residents with opportunities to socialise, reminisce and enjoy new experiences, promoting confidence, independence and happiness.

Our residents love visits to Dobies Garden Centre, where they can enjoy the seasonal displays and refreshments, and outings to Pinkesh Coffee Shop for coffee and conversation with friends. Most recently, residents enjoyed a delightful afternoon at Beauty and the Teacup, sharing delicious treats and creating special memories together.

These outings support emotional wellbeing, reduce isolation and help residents continue living life to the fullest. 

At Badgeworth Court, we believe that meaningful experiences and staying connected with the local community are vital to wellbeing. Regular day trips provide residents with opportunities to socialise, reminisce and enjoy new experiences, promoting confidence, independence and happiness.

Our residents love visits to Dobies Garden Centre, where they can enjoy the seasonal displays and refreshments, and outings to Pinkesh Coffee Shop for coffee and conversation with friends. Most recently, residents enjoyed a delightful afternoon at Beauty and the Teacup, sharing delicious treats and creating special memories together.

These outings support emotional wellbeing, reduce isolation and help residents continue living life to the fullest

We have had an amazing time on our adventures visiting the Cheltenham RDA (Riding for the Disabled Association) at Cheltenham Racecourse.
The ladies enjoyed a slice of cake and cup of tea and then had the opportunity to have a sensory experience with a pony.
The RDA was launched in 1965, Tea with a Pony is an RDA activity focusing on sensory experiences with RDA horses and ponies. It was launched as part of RDAs nationwide dementia project in response to the growing number of people living with Dementia and Similar conditions, for some of our residents this was a chance to revisit old memories 
Resident Maureen was very excited by the RDA visit she said: “I used to be work for RDA many years ago so today was very special. Today was very enjoyable and it was wonderful that the ponies were able to join us whilst we had tea and cake.” Maureen was also able to see some of her previous work colleagues still working there.

Staff, residents and families celebrated Bonfire Night with a bang when they wrapped up warm to watch a fantastic firework display and enjoyed lots of delicious food and hot drinks prepared by our talented chef.

Terry a resident said: “I have always loved Bonfire Night, it’s so lovely to celebrate these traditions all together. The fireworks bring back so many memories of Bonfire Nights through the years, these times are so special.”

Thank you to everyone who came to support this event and made it so successful.  

The residents here at Badgeworth Court enjoyed an afternoon of dancing, singing and sipping cocktails and mocktails.

The talented Zoe was here from Mini concerts performing a fabulous rendition of jazz songs and the room was transformed into a vibrant 1920s London Jazz club., lots of fun and laughter was had by all.

At Badgeworth Court, we recognise the powerful role music plays in enhancing wellbeing and creating meaningful connections. Our residents enjoy regular sessions with the Mindsong singing group and participate in our Music for Memories activities, which are specially designed to stimulate memories, encourage social interaction and promote emotional wellbeing. 

Singing familiar songs often brings joy, boosts confidence and supports those living with dementia by evoking treasured memories and reducing anxiety. These sessions create a wonderful sense of togetherness, helping residents express themselves, maintain cognitive function and continue enjoying the music they love.     

Residents’ families joined us for an enjoyable afternoon at our Badgeworth Court baking masterclass, led by our award-winning Head Chef. Our guests rolled up their sleeves to learn the art of choux pastry, perfected light scones and sponges, and finished their creations by decorating éclairs with diplomat cream and rich chocolate ganache.

There was plenty of tasting along the way, and everyone left with a box of their homemade treats. 

The event formed part of Barchester’s Charity Cook-off, in support of the Barchester Charitable Foundation. Alongside the masterclass, we hosted a sumptuous afternoon tea, sold boxes of chef’s beautifully decorated cupcakes, and ran a cake raffle, raising more than £250 in total to help vulnerable people and those living with disabilities connect with their local communities.    

Our Dementia Café brought people together for a warm and welcoming morning filled with conversation, cake, and shared understanding. Residents, families, and members of the local community gathered to support one another, exchange experiences, and learn more about living well with dementia.

We were delighted to welcome guest speaker Jackie Chelin, who shared valuable insights and practical information, helping to spark thoughtful discussion and reassurance. Moments like these remind us of the power of connection, compassion, and community spirit.

We look forward to continuing these meaningful gatherings and creating spaces where everyone feels supported, heard, and valued.

We marked the Festival of Lights with our very own staff this year. Our home was beautifully decorated with lights, fresh sweet smelling flowers, colourful scarves and fabrics. 

Our residents had the chance to taste a selection of homemade Nepalese dishes beautifully prepared by our chef and listened to traditional music and dancing. Our Nepalese colleagues dressed up for the occasion, and we all had a wonderful time.       

Thank you to everyone who attended our Macmillan Cancer Support coffee morning. It was a big success. The morning included an owl presentation with Jenny from Wrens birds of Prey, which included handling the beautiful birds and, of course, our lovely residents and families enjoyed beautiful cakes prepared by our fabulous chef.

Rosalynn Forson, General Manager of Badgeworth Care Home, said: “Our Macmillan coffee morning has been a huge amount of fun. Everyone at the home is always keen to support this fantastic charity in any way we can. We are very glad to be able to do our bit to raise further awareness for MacMillan and money for the charity.”