Bere GroveBarchester Healthcare

Activities at Bere Grove Care Home

Name: Bere Grove Care Home
Address: Bere Grove, Gales Rise,, Horndean, Waterlooville, PO8 0WU, GB
Telephone: 01225568268

Activities are an integral part of life at our care home. We want to ensure that the people we support have as much fun as possible during their time with us, so it’s important that our activities programme is created with the interests of residents in mind. Our skilled Activities Coordinators bring a certain uniqueness to the home that can’t be found anywhere else, and which is reflected in the activities they organise.

Read our brochure ‘Life-enriching activities’ for more information about life in our care homes.

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Claire Sturgess

Activities Lead

I joined the Bere Grove Care Home team in September 2025 as Activities Lead. I have over 10 years of experience in the care sector. I started my journey as a support worker and have progressed to my current role. I am passionate about creating moments of joy and making residents smile, ensuring every day is engaging and meaningful. My favourite activities in the home include exercise sessions and organising special events. I like to bring energy and enthusiasm to everything I plan for the residents.

Celebrating life at Bere Grove Care Home

November Employee of the Month

Rachel our Home Services Advisor plays an essential role in delivering community events, encouraging residents to take part helping to create a vibrant and inclusive home for everyone to enjoy. Thanks to her enthusiasm and commitment, Bere Grove continues to be a wonderful place for everyone.

Bere Grove Christmas Sing-a-long!

Residents enjoyed a festive sing-a-long with Dan and the team at Biiah. Residents were in fine tuned and were smiling from ear to ear as they sang their favourite songs which included Rockin' Around the Christmas Tree, It's The Most Wonderful Time of the Year, It's Beginning to Look A Lot Like Christmas as well as many more.

Huge Congratulations to Jo!

We’re absolutely thrilled to share that Jo has been nominated as Employee of the Month at Bere Grove Care Home and it is so well deserved!

Jo throws her heart into everything she does, whether it’s hosting, supporting activities, or providing exceptional care. Her warmth, energy, and dedication make such a difference every single day.

We are incredibly lucky to have her as part of our team. Well done, Jo you truly shine!

Remember Remember the 5th of November!

Our Bere Grove residents had a fantastic evening celebrating Guy Fawkes Night! We enjoyed an engaging talk all about the history of the day, followed by delicious hot chocolate and plenty of sparklers in our beautiful gardens.

To top it all off, we even had a bonfire on our Magic Table, adding some extra sparkle and atmosphere to the celebration.

What a wonderful way to remember this historic night together!

Strike

Bere Grove residents hit the lanes at Tenpin this morning and had an amazing time! From first-time bowlers to seasoned pros, everone joined in the fun. Because at Bere Grove, it’s not just about where you live, it’s about how you live.

Bere Grove Christmas Fair Success

Thank you to everyone who joined us at the Bere Grove Christmas Fair, we had a fantastic day with wonderful entertainment from Chris Buck as well our talented local choir. The stalls were an excellent addition selling cards, sweets, wreaths soaps and crochet. There was also a raffle raising funds for Age Concern in Cowplain, a very important local charity. We would like to thank everyone for attending, whether you had a stall, bought raffle tickets, were a resident, relative or member of the community you made the day very special and wish you all a Merry Christmas. We can’t wait to do it all again next year!

Bere Grove Big Christmas Light Switch On!

The wonderful residents of Bere Grove have been hard at work decorating the huge number of trees throughout our lovely home, and tonight they all came together for the big Christmas light switch on.

A warm glow filled the home as residents counted down from 10, a little festive jingle was in the air, and the spirit of community could be felt by all. Residents enjoyed hot chocolate and a good old sing song and dance.

Now the countdown to the big day begins

Bere Grove Residents Visit ‘For Your Tomorrow’ at Fort Nelson

Today, Bere Grove residents had the privilege of visiting the powerful installation ‘For Your Tomorrow’ by Standing with Giants, currently displayed at the Royal Armouries, Fort Nelson.

This moving tribute honours the 1,475 servicemen under British Command who gave their lives on D-Day, each represented by a striking silhouette figure. The installation stands as a poignant reminder of their bravery, sacrifice, and the freedom we enjoy today.

‘For Your Tomorrow’ will be on display until 25th January 2026— a must-see for anyone wishing to reflect, remember, and pay their respects.

Poppy Painting for Armistice Day

The residents at Bere Grove Care Home had a wonderful time painting beautiful poppy canvases in preparation for Armistice Day. Using vibrant acrylic paints, they created some truly stunning artwork, don’t they look amazing?

We’re so proud of everyone’s creativity and the heartfelt effort that went into each piece.

Bere Grove Residents Get Baking!

Something sweet is in the air around Bere Grove this week — and it smells like shortbread! Our amazing residents have been rolling up their sleeves and sharing their favourite shortbread recipes, from traditional buttery bites to creative twists that would make grandma proud.

It’s heart-warming to see our community come together through the love of baking. Whether you're a seasoned pro or trying shortbread for the first time, there's joy in every crumb!

Gentlemen's Club at Bere Grove

Join the Bere Grove Gentlemen's Club every 1st and 3rd Friday of the month, It's were local men come together to enjoy good company, great conversation and to make new friends in a relaxed and friendly space. Several of our male residents also join in, making it a warm, welcoming mix of personalities and stories!

Each get-together brings something new from quizzes, games and chats to activities tailored to everyone’s interests. The club is proudly led by our very own Paul Bayley, Head of Maintenance at Bere Grove with support from Graham Allen, General Manager and Dimitrie Turcea, Deputy General Manager.

A Lovely Visit to Stansted

Residents woke up to flurries of snow this morning, but despite the chilly weather our wonderful ladies wrapped up warm and braved the elements for a trip to Stansted Park Garden Centre.

They all enjoyed a comforting cup of tea while taking in all the fun and festive Christmas decorations and with only 36 days to go, we’re definitely starting to feel the festive spirit creeping in!

A Stylish Day with Linnies Fashion!

Our residents and their families were treated to a wonderful visit from Linnies Fashion today!

Everyone had such a lovely time browsing the beautiful clothing and accessories, trying on their favourites, and enjoying a bit of retail therapy together. It was the perfect opportunity for many to pick out a special outfit ready for Christmas!

Pumpkin Decorating Fun at Bere Grove!

Our residents got into the fall spirit this week with a festive pumpkin decorating event! From spooky faces to creative masterpieces, everyone showed off their artistic side and had a wonderful time enjoying laughs, snacks, and good company.

Magic in Bere Grove!

Bere Grove residents had a magical time this afternoon with a special visit from Scot the Magician! From jaw-dropping magic tricks to colourful balloon animals, the smiles were non-stop.

It was a fantastic day of fun, laughter, and community spirit — thank you to everyone who came out to join us!