Celebrating life at Barchester

Alan Jackson was dressed in his finest, singing us our favourite Christmas Classics for the annual party this year. The Rowan Dining room was decorated for a feast of salmon fillet or roast lamb with roasted vegetables, with crackers, individual favours and warmed mulled wine.  We played a round of Christmas's "Guess Who" with a lot of frivolity and finished with a rendition of a favourite carol from last night – Away In A Manger. 

It is so much fun to see everybody, residents, staff, family and visitors coming together, dressed in their Christmas best!

We enjoyed a very special afternoon of music for Go Carolling Day with live music. Local group, Bourne Treble Makers, performed a selection of Christmas songs and traditional carols, which was followed by a special performance by 10-year-old Carter Moult, who performed a range of songs on the piano that he had just started learning. 

He was joined by his cousin, Isobel Atkinson, who sang some songs for the residents to complete the afternoon. Carter is the grandson of resident Alan, who watched with such pride as he performed!

Thank you so much to the amazing staff and children of Bourne Abbey C of E Primary Academy for visiting us and bringing some extra Christmas cheer. The children were marvellous at helping to make beautiful Christingles to keep, and we made some new friends too. 

Joy said 'it’s been lovely' whilst Romy commented that she 'loved every minute'. We are really looking forward to seeing them again in the New Year.   

We had a lovely Pyjama Day here at Hall Park! Our staff swapped their uniforms for cosy pyjamas and dressing gowns, staying comfortable, warm, and ready for the day.

Our residents absolutely loved seeing everyone dressed up, and it brought lots of smiles, laughter, and great conversation throughout the day. It was a fun, relaxed atmosphere and a reminder that sometimes it’s the simple things that make the biggest difference. 

Thank you to our amazing team for joining in and helping make today so special!  

The residents got creative with a festive Christmas wreath making session. 

The talented residents created wonderful wreaths that now adorn the home, making it smell wonderful.  

We had a truly magical day celebrating Elf Day with our wonderful residents and staff! The home was filled with festive cheer as everyone joined in wearing bright elf hats, fun elf suits, and plenty of Christmas smiles.
A huge thank you to our staff for joining in and making the day so special. 

The whole home was buzzing with joy from start to finish.     

The residents' family and friends welcomed the Ketton Hand Bell ringers. It was a wonderful morning of entertainment, people clapped their hands and sang along to the wonderful sound. We then listened to Zoe and Paul playing the Melodeons, which they had been playing for years.

A resident's family member said: “The bells have really got me into the Christmas spirit.   

The residents’ families and friends were delighted to welcome the local village cub group and their leaders for a special evening of entertainment. The Cubs performed brilliantly, and it was amazing to see that the age gap didn’t stop the cubs from interacting with the residents. 

One resident said ”Brings back memories of myself when I was younger."

An evening of intergenerational fun.  

A day celebrating our favourite icons. We had so much fun at the home as staff replaced their uniforms and dressed up as their favourite icons.

Residents recognised a glamorous flapper girl, a peaky blinder, Fred and Wilma Flintstone, Dastardly and Mutley, and Ali G was in the house, not to mention our Regional Director dressed up as Wednesday Adams.

Residents were also honoured to have a visit from the King himself, Elvis Presley. The day was full of fun and laughter.