Activities at Cookridge Court Care Home

Staff and residents from Barchester’s Cookridge Court Care Home, in Leeds had a fantastic time visiting one of many local attractions – Golden Acre Park in Cookridge where they all enjoyed taking part in a lovely walk around, taking in the beautiful scenery.

Residents and staff had a brilliant time meeting new people, feeding the ducks, finishing off with a delicious Yorkshire Ice Cream

You better beer-lieve that residents at Cookridge Court care home in Leeds, were more than hoppy to raise a glass, and sample some top craft ales, bitters and lagers, in celebration of International Beer Day.

The Activity team at Cookridge Court set up shop in our newly refurbished bar for a real pub experience and brought in a range of brew-tiful British and International ales for residents to sample.  Residents then had a beer-based quiz whilst they sampled the different craft ales, bitters and lagers.

Residents across our services had a fantastic time joining Mandy Morrow for a virtual walking tour to learn about the ‘Herstory’ of Mayfair. The Mayfair of Nightingales may be long gone but it still holds a 20th century charm. Birthplace to the late Queen Elizabeth II, home to one of WWII's most decorated female war heroes and a tale of a wealthy Aristocrat and one of France's favourite designers.

We were delighted to take a walk down memory lane and discover stories from one of London's most iconic areas.  The experience was truly enjoyed by all.

Cookridge Primary School returned this week, which is now a known routine to our residents.

The children absolutely love interacting with our residents and vice versa. It is amazing to observe the bonds built between everyone, creating some wonderful memories.

The stories were flowing and Everyone had a wonderful time.

As the school holidays are approaching very shortly, we know we are going to miss these faces along with the excellent reading that takes place every week

This month we have the wonderful return of the Amazing Duo – The Bluebirds , who have previously been backing singers for Jane McDonald.

On this return, the duo performed their summertime show, performing song such as “I do like to be beside the seaside, Lollipop lollipop, we’re all going on a summer holiday and many more.

Everyone sang, danced and clapped the morning away. We cannot wait to welcome The Bluebird's back in August for their wonderful rock and roll 50's show.

Residents across our homes had a fantastic time during a special live virtual event in celebration on National Ice Cream Day. Wall’s team took us on a great journey through history, sharing fascinating details about the brand since its launch in 1922. We learned about major innovations such as the introduction of Mr Whippy, Cornetto, Viennetta, Twister, and Carte d'Or.

Residents were treated to a singalong to Cornetto classic ads, an interactive quiz about fun Wall’s facts and best-of-all, an ice-cream tasting session. It was a delightful experience for everyone, especially our ice-cream lovers.