Celebrating life at Barchester

A lovely and productive afternoon meeting with Cllr Karen Walker and Alison, Easy Read Coordinator for Bath.

It was great to explore opportunities for joint ventures, networking, and understanding the evolving needs of the community.

With the library acting as a hub for the community in Peasedown St John, alongside the Hive Community Centre, there are wonderful opportunities to strengthen connections locally. We also discussed how Darcy Gardens Residential Care can play an active role in supporting and engaging with the community.

International Womens Day

We are proud to recognise some of the influential and inspirational women who make a difference at Darcy Gardens:

Angela Bradford, Isabela Andruica, Aga Musial, Kirsten Bishop, Monica Banaduc, Angela Grace, and Sharon Shenton.

Together they represent the dedication, passion, integrity, and teamwork that help make our community such a special place. We are proud to celebrate the women who inspire us today and every day.

We celebrated Mother's day in style by inviting families to attend a cream tea, held in our beautiful bistro! We had a fabulous afternoon, filled with cakes, tea and entertainment by the amazing Amanda Parsons - Songbird Entertainments, who had everyone up and grooving! 

Our Resident Ambassador Barbara helped to greet people, show them to their seats, and even helped serve the sweet treats too. A big thank you to all the staff who made the afternoon possible. It was so nice to see everyone so happy and dancing the afternoon away!




 

Wishing everyone the very best for the Bath Half Marathon tomorrow!

A huge well done to all those taking part — whether you’re chasing a PB, running for charity, or simply enjoying the incredible atmosphere.

From all of us at Darcy Gardens, we’re cheering you on and supporting every runner along the way.

Remember to keep hydrated, pace yourselves, and if you’re passing by, feel free to stop for a refreshing drink and a moment of encouragement

Mothering Sunday in the Oldfield Community 

A truly heart-warming Mothering Sunday shared together today.

Following Mass, the community gathered for coffee at St John Church Oldfield Road. Children presented Easter lilies (daffodils) to mums, mothers, and those who lovingly take on that special role.

A lovely floristry session with Liz created wonderful flower jars, shared across the community. A special moment when Liz’s son visited with flowers, chocolates, and a card for his mum at work today.

He also arranged a special delivery for his gran, sending flowers from Darcy Gardens to one of the sister homes, Bloomfield Care Home for his Gran.

These meaningful jars of flowers were also shared with neighbours at the Moorfield Inn opposite the care home, spreading kindness throughout the Oldfield community.

A day of flowers, kindness, and community spirit

Darcy Gardens was delighted to host two wonderful International Women’s Day community events, celebrating creativity, wellbeing and inspiring women. 

Residents, guests and members of the local community came together in a warm and welcoming atmosphere, with the opportunity to meet new friends, share inspiring conversation and enjoy time together.

The events included relaxing art sessions, exploring creativity as a therapeutic activity that supports self-expression, communication and wellbeing. 

We were also delighted to welcome guest speakers including Zoe Geldard, artist and teacher, and Lisa Edwards of Priddy Presence, who shared her expertise in Arts, Health and Wellbeing, aromatherapy and fine art. 🌿

Guests enjoyed light refreshments, creativity and conversation, discovering how art and natural therapies can support relaxation and wellbeing.

A wonderful celebration of women, creativity and community — and a lovely opportunity to welcome new faces and friendships to Darcy Gardens. 

A wonderful, beautiful and stylish afternoon with such thoughtful attention to detail by Elizabeth our Activties Co Ordinator

From the comfort of Darcy Gardens, we joined a virtual live event with the V&A, bringing their current Marie Antoinette fashion exhibition to life and making it wonderfully accessible.

We painted Marie Antoinette–inspired watercolours while learning fascinating facts about her favourite desserts and artistic painting techniques. 

The cinema made the perfect venue — comfortable, warm and cosy — with tables thoughtfully arranged so we could easily paint and rest our palettes and brushes.

Delicious French fancies and macarons added to the atmosphere… truly “Let them eat cake!” 

There was inspiring conversation throughout the afternoon, including special guests visiting from the Cotswolds, bringing fun and warmth to the gathering.

Guests can also enjoyed a tour of Darcy Gardens, meet the wonderful team, and discover the many adventures and inspirational activities planned.

The first of many beautifully curated activities at Darcy Gardens by Elizabeth .

Family and friends gathered together at the home to celebrate Mother’s Day.

It was a wonderful day and more so to celebrate the amazing ladies in our lives. A huge thank you to our chef Rob who catered for the event and the food was amazing!