The ManorBarchester Healthcare

Activities at The Manor Care Home

Name: The Manor Care Home
Address: Haydon Close, Bishops Hull, Taunton, TA1 5HF, GB
Telephone: 01823 230 497

Our activities staff are here 7 days a week and are constantly striving to mentally and physically stimulate those we care for in a group or individual basis. From trips to garden centres, the theatre, and flower shows to personal shopping and attending family events. We also love organising Christmas fairs, our famous classic car show, musicians, entertainment, and pizza and pint evenings. The team encourage families to visit and work closely with our volunteers to ensure that our residents social care is a priority, so that they have a fun filled and enriched stay whilst here at The Manor.

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

Read our brochure

Marc Chidgey

Life Enrichment Lead

I have been part of The Manor Care Home since 2012, starting as a kitchen assistant, where I helped serve meals and ensure residents had drinks and snacks. While working in the kitchen, I discovered how much I enjoyed spending time with residents and seeing their engagement in activities. This passion led to an opportunity to join the activities team, where I could focus on what I love most - connecting with residents and supporting their wellbeing.

I take great joy in spending time with residents, hearing their stories, and discovering the activities they enjoy. My goal is to keep our residents active, engaged, and happy, with fun and laughter always at the heart of The Manor Care Home.

Celebrating life at The Manor Care Home

Pancakes Galore

Our residents recently enjoyed a delicious Shrove Tuesday treat. With everyone's favourite toppings, everyone smiled as they enjoyed their pancakes.

A sweet way to celebrate together.

Power of Physiotherapy

Physiotherapy plays a vital role in supporting health, independence and confidence of our residents. Regular sessions help to improve mobility, strength and balance, while also reducing pain and the risk of falls.

Meet our on-site Physiotherapist, Ramis who truly believes that small steps can make a huge difference every day.

Snow White & the Seven Carers

We were delighted to bring a little pantomime magic into our home this week.

Swapping uniforms for costumes, our team put on a special fun performance, complete with panto humour, for our residents to enjoy.

Festive Outing for Residents

Residents enjoyed a wonderful festive trip to Otter Garden Centre, taking in the beautiful Christmas displays and sharing smiles over a comforting hot chocolate. The decorations and twinkling lights sparked memories of Christmases past, leading to lovely conversations and familiar stories.

For people living with dementia, experiences like this are incredibly important. Seasonal sights, sounds, and scents can help unlock precious memories, reduce anxiety, and create a sense of comfort and connection.

A simple outing can bring so much joy - and this visit was a perfect reminder of the magic and meaning the festive season can bring.

Our Open Day Was a Huge Success!

We had a wonderful time welcoming visitors to our recent Open Day! On the day, guests had the chance to explore our beautiful home, meet our caring and friendly team, and experience the warm, lively atmosphere that makes life at The Manor so special. The lounge was buzzing with energy, with activities taking place throughout the day – from a lively game of bingo in the morning to other fun and engaging activities our residents enjoy every day.

If you missed the Open Day, don’t worry – you can still discover what makes The Manor so special. Call us on 01823 336633 to arrange a tour, or simply pop by our reception – we would be delighted to show you around!

A Lovely Planting Moment

Eric, who is with us on a respite stay, recently spent some peaceful time plantings bulbs. A former farmer, Eric wanted to leave something behind for the other residents at The Manor to enjoy in the months ahead.

Activities like this help residents stay connected to the hobbies they love while creating something meaningful for others. We can't wait to see what Eric has planted.

Resident Celebrates Landmark 100th Birthday

Celebrations have been in full swing, as one of our residents reaches her centenary in style.

Edna was joined by staff and guests as she celebrated her birthday with a special birthday cake, she also received a telegram from the King in recognition of her landmark birthday. We are honoured to care for all of our residents and celebrating their birthday is always a pleasure. Happy 100th Birthday, Edna!

Carol Singing with the Reverend

What a great time we had yesterday carol singing in the lounge with Reverend Phil Hughes and Debbie from St Peters Church at Bishops Hull.

The afternoon was made even more special with mulled wine and mince pies enjoyed by everyone.

Armistice Day & Remembrance Sunday

Residents and staff at The Manor came together to honour those who had given their lives in service.

Residents were creative and hands-on in making their own poppies, helping to bring a beautiful commemorative display to life with support from Collette at Creative Mojo Mid Devon & West Somerset.

On Remembrance Sunday, everyone gathered in the main lounge to watch the Cenotaph service, sharing a moment of reflection and gratitude.

Lest We Forget.

Christmas Magic at Local Garden Centre

It might be a little early, but we couldn’t resist a touch of Christmas magic! On our recent trip to our favourite local garden centre, our residents enjoyed exploring the beautiful festive displays, from sparkling lights to glittering trees. The sight of twinkling decorations and Christmas tunes playing in the background brought back so many warm memories.

Our two residents couldn’t resist posing for a photo with a cuddly Christmas tree. ! It was lovely to see how even a short trip can spark such joy and conversation about family traditions, favourite decorations, and the excitement of Christmas.

We ended our visit with a comforting hot drink and a few shared stories about Christmases gone by.

The Perfect Afternoon tea

There's nothing quite like an afternoon of high tea and live music to bring everyone together.

Our residents recently enjoyed a relaxed and sociable afternoon, complete with freshly brewed tea, delicate sandwiches, savoury and sweet treats, and of course, scones with cream, jam and fresh strawberries. A truly perfect afternoon shared together!

Joyful Intergenerational Moments

We were delighted to welcome Debutots into our care home, where the sounds of children's laughter instantly filled the home with joy. Their visit brought a wonderful energy that was felt by residents and team members.

These sessions are a regular activity, creating meaningful connections with our residents and the children who visit, boosting wellbeing, gentle cognitive stimulation and sharing beautiful moments where generations come together.

Concert Brings Christmas Cheer

Our wonderful resident choir filled the home with Christmas cheer as they sang much loved Christmas carols together in the lounge.

What a joy to have Marion, a local singer from Taunton, join us on the keyboard. Marion's energy, voice, and love for music had everyone smiling, clapping, and singing along, it was such a fun and uplifting session!

Regaining Confidence in Every Step

At The Manor Care Home, every resident’s journey is unique. For Judy, personalised physiotherapy with our in-house expert Ramis has transformed her life. From needing help to walk short distances, Judy now moves confidently around the home, joins activities, and enjoys renewed independence and purpose.

Judy says: “Thanks to Ramis, I feel free again. I’ve got my independence back – and it’s changed everything.”

Judy’s story highlights the incredible difference person-centred physiotherapy can make – improving mobility, boosting confidence, enhancing emotional wellbeing, and restoring quality of life.

Our dedicated team is committed to helping residents live active, fulfilling lives through compassionate, personalised care.

Interested in seeing the home for yourself? Call us on 01823 336 633 to arrange a showround.

Happy Festival of Lights

Today we celebrated Diwali at the Manor by cooking up a delicious traditional dessert - Bread Halwa! It went down an absolute treat, especially paired with a warm cup of tea.

Using authentic Indian ingredients and coming together at home to create this sweet dish was such a joy - the home was filled with laughter, wonderful aromas, and festive spirit.

Wishing everyone a Diwali filled with light, love, and sweetness!