Snowdrop PlaceBarchester Healthcare

Activities at Snowdrop Place Care Home

Our teams are trained to enrich the lives of residents through stimulating the mind, body and soul, and taking the time to learn about each person to ensure everyone receives support that adds enrichment to their life.

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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Gemma Moss

Activities Coordinator

Having started my journey as a carer, I am now thrilled to be supporting the activities for our wonderful residents here at Snowdrop Place. I love working with them to ensure we provide a full person-centred planner of amazing and engaging things for everyone to enjoy and be a part of

Celebrating life at Snowdrop Place Care Home

A day at the Seaside

What a fabulous day out with our wonderful residents at Hillhead! The sun may not have had his hat on, but that didn’t stop us from making the most of every moment.

We set up camp at The Wheelhouse, where the fresh sea air mixed perfectly with the smell of freshly baked cake, what a treat for the senses! After a delicious lunch, the competitive spirit kicked in with a summertime quiz, full of laughs and a bit of friendly rivalry.

We wrapped up the day with a bracing (and slightly windy!) walk along the shore, taking in the beautiful coastal views. Days like these are what memories are made of.

Enjoying the England football match!

Too short notice to get to the stadium… so we brought the stadium experience to Snowdrop Place instead!

Our residents weren’t about to miss out on the big match, so we transformed our lounge into a mini fan zone.

By popular request, we served up classic pint & pie while everyone settled in to watch the game. The atmosphere was electric with cheers of excitement and a few nail-biting moments.

We love seeing the passion and spirit our residents bring to events like this. It’s about more than just football – it’s about togetherness, and creating special memories right here at home.

Surprise Summer BBQ Fun

Surprise BBQ Fun

What’s better than a sunny day? An impromptu BBQ to go with it! Our amazing chef fired up the grill and treated everyone to a delicious feast – think chicken kebabs, halloumi & veggie skewers, juicy burgers, and sizzling sausages, all served with classic BBQ sides like creamy coleslaw and potato salad. All the team were on hand to enjoy.

Of course, it was all washed down with a refreshing summer Pimm's – the perfect way to enjoy the sunshine!

Big smiles all round at Snowdrop Place Care Home – where every day can turn into a celebration.

A day out on the Solent with Wet Wheels

Ahoy there! John W, John H, Len, Sylvia, and Ann swapped dry land for sea legs on a fabulous boat trip with Wet Wheels Hamble!

With the wind in their hair and the sun on their faces, they had a brilliant time cruising the waves.

Huge thanks to the incredible crew for keeping us afloat, steering us straight, and giving us an afternoon full of laughs, fresh air, and unforgettable moments.

Enjoying a wonderful picnic lunch whilst we continued to make the best of the weather and fresh air when returning to hamble, a fantastic day was had all round!

Sunny days shared at Snowdrop Place

Our lovely residents at Snowdrop Place are beating the heat in the best way possible — with refreshing ice lollies and delicious iced coffees!

Along with offering home made fruit smoothies too

Whether it’s a fruity frozen treat or a chilled pick-me-up, we’re making sure everyone stays cool and hydrated.

Here’s to sunny days, great company, and plenty of cool refreshments! This year's summer hs definitely offered lots of lovely sunny memories to be made together

Snowdrop residents enjoy Get Moving Week at Tenpin Bowling

What a brilliant time we had at Tenpin as part of Barchester’s Get Moving week! Our residents took to the lanes with plenty of enthusiasm and... some very creative bowling techniques!

No strikes were scored, but that didn’t stop the fun! Huge congratulations to John W, who was crowned our winner with a whopping 90 points — not bad for someone who claimed they were “just aiming for the gutter”!

Thanks to Tenpin for the warm welcome and helping us make memories. We may not be ready for the bowling league just yet, but we had an absolute ball!

World Culture and Diversity Day at Snowdrop Place

Snowdrop Place came alive with colour, rhythm, and flavour as we celebrated Culture Day—a wonderful opportunity to learn more about the diverse cultures that make our home so special.

Residents and team members joined together to enjoy traditional dancing, sample sweet and savoury delights from around the world, and learn fascinating facts about each other's backgrounds. A special shout out to our talented Romanian chef, who treated us to some truly delicious dishes!

Days like these remind us how rich and vibrant life is when we celebrate our differences and share our stories. Thank you to everyone who helped bring this joyful event to life!

Snowdrop Place Antiques Afternoon

We were absolutely delighted to welcome the wonderful Karen Dalmeny , renowned antiques expert and familiar face from TV, to Snowdrop Place Care Home for a fascinating Antiques Valuation Day!

Residents, families, and staff brought along their treasured heirlooms and hidden gems for Karen to examine — and she didn’t disappoint! From vintage jewellery to wartime memorabilia, every item had a story, and Karen brought each one to life with her expertise, warmth, and charm.

The day was filled with memories, laughter, and discovery, sparking beautiful conversations and a lovely trip down memory lane. Thank you, Karen, for making it such a memorable and enriching experience for our community!

Local company Volunteering day with Snowdrop Place

We were delighted when in the spring the local team from Ageas Insurance reached out to offer a day of volunteering at our home. Chosen by their team we were lucky enough to have 12 extra pairs of hands to share the day with our residents, along with getting some great things done around the home.

Organised by Rachael Harley, the group commented "In terms of the day itself, we enjoyed being able to mix with the residents, the highlight being joining in with the game of skittles, well done to the winner John! For our green fingered team members, it was lovely weather for us to get out in the sunshine and build some new planters and make a visual difference to the common areas. Thank you for having us".

We look forward to seeing you all again soon! And a huge thank you from all our team and residents.

Snowdrop hosts Brownies talent show

A special evening at Snowdrop Place! We were thrilled to welcome the local Brownies, who visited us to perform a wonderful Talent Show as part of earning their performance badges!

From singing and dancing to jokes and magic tricks, their energy and creativity lit up the room — and our residents absolutely loved every minute.

A big thank you to these talented young stars for sharing their gifts with us and making everyone smile.

Snowdrop resident Iris becomes a local Television celebrity!

With the 80th celebration of VE Day recently we were privileged that our wonderful resident Iris Café, who also recently celebrated turning 100 years young was invited to meet with Meridien Television recently along with two other local residents from our sister homes!

They all spent time sharing their recollection of events at that time with reporter Dereck Johnson from ITV and Ann Churcher camera operator. Iris, a part of the land crew was an important member of one of the teams making parachutes through the war, reminiscing of her commitment and experiences shared of that time in our history.

Residents visit to local School to share VE Day

Our residents were warmly welcomed to Deer Park School for a very special afternoon tea, and what a memorable visit it was!

The students were absolutely captivated by our residents’ stories — listening intently as they shared what life was like during the war and how communities celebrated VE Day.

There was an extra buzz of excitement as the students realised they were meeting someone famous — our lovely resident Iris, who had appeared on ITV Meridian News just the evening before!

Intergenerational sessions like this are incredibly valuable. They build empathy, understanding, and respect between generations while giving young people a chance to connect with living history. Our residents also benefit greatly — feeling valued, heard, and inspired by the curiosity and kindness of the younger generation. A heartfelt thank you to the staff and students at Deer Park for their hospitality, warmth, and genuine interest. It was a truly uplifting experience for everyone involved.

Alice in Wonderland Mad Hatter's Tea

What a magical and mischievous day we had at our Mad Hatter’s Tea Party! Planned by our residents, many guests dressed to impress in the most wonderfully wacky costumes – with our fabulous resident Margaret starring as Alice herself!

We were absolutely delighted by the amazing Robyn from Cosmic Sparkle, who had everyone smiling, singing, and tapping their toes with her fantastic entertainment.

"It's always tea time." – The Mad Hatter

And it truly was! Our tea party was filled with delicious treats, laughter, and joyful moments shared with residents, family, and friends. A huge thank you to everyone who joined us – residents, family, and friends – you all helped make it a truly unforgettable day!

VE Day celebrations

We had a truly memorable afternoon celebrating the 80th Anniversary of VE Day on Thursday 8th May, filled with music, nostalgia, and plenty of wartime charm.

The fabulous Nathalie entertained us with classic wartime songs, creating a heart-warming atmosphere that had everyone singing along and reminiscing.

We then gathered for a street party-style buffet supper, complete with Spam sandwiches and that old-time favourite — blancmange! It was a delicious nod to the tastes of the 1940s and sparked lots of fond memories and conversation. To round off the evening, we were treated to an energetic and joyful swing jive performance from resident Mary’s daughter, Alison, and her friends — a perfect ending to a day full of celebration and togetherness.

Easter weekend celebrations

What a wonderful Easter Sunday it was here at Snowdrop Place!

Residents and staff were all smiles as they received their surprise Easter eggs, spreading a little extra joy on this special day. It was heart warming to see everyone come together, sharing laughter and creating beautiful memories. A big thank you to our amazing staff for making this holiday extra special for everyone.

Wishing you all a blessed Easter, filled with love, laughter, and the joy of giving from all the team.