Celebrating life at Barchester

Today, we want to give a massive, heartfelt shout-out to our incredible Gardener, Brendan! For over nine years, Brendan has been an invaluable part of the Ashchurch View family, dedicating his time, heart, and soul to making our gardens absolutely beautiful.

With an award-winning passion Brendan’s love for plants goes back to his college days, where he completed three years of intensive horticulture studies. During that time, he was part of a select team that participated in the prestigious Chelsea Flower Show and they won Silver! Brendan is incredibly proud of this achievement, and that same award-winning dedication shines through at our home every single day.

Brendan designs our gardens to be a feast for the senses. From the vibrant colours to the rich textures and beautiful scents of English lavender and scented roses, there is always something to experience. 
Right now, during this heatwave, his hard work is a lifesaver our garden's natural shade brings the temperature down by a good few degrees, offering a cool, refreshing retreat for everyone.

Many of our residents have rooms with doors leading straight out into the gardens, complete with their own collections of plants and pots. With a little helping hand from Brendan, residents maintain their own patches, keeping their lifelong passions and independence alive right here at the home.

Thank you, Brendan, for your unwavering dedication and for making Ashchurch View bloom. We are super proud to have you on our team! 

We are thrilled to celebrate John for his hard work. He always goes the extra mile for our residents. John makes sure every meal is nutritious, high quality, and delicious. Thank you, John, for your amazing dedication to our team and residents!