Activities at Glenroyd Care Home

The residents had a wonderful time celebrating Burns Afternoon with a special Day in Scotland.

We began with a much-anticipated Scottish lunch, enjoying neeps and tatties prepared by our fantastic catering team, with plenty of Scottish music playing in the background to set the mood.

After lunch, we spent time learning more about Burns Night and Scottish culture through activity booklets and a talk from our lovely care assistant, Liz. As Liz was born in Scotland, she also shared her own personal story, which made the afternoon even more meaningful.

We were then delighted to welcome the wonderful Steve Sutton, who treated us to a live performance full of Scottish tunes and positive energy, bringing everyone together around the table.

It was a truly enjoyable day, especially for residents with Scottish roots and heritage, and a brilliant opportunity for others to discover traditions that are so cherished by many.

What a wonderful Christmas Day we’ve shared at Glenroyd, spending time together and cherishing every moment.

In the morning, Santa and his elf visited each of our residents, delivering Christmas presents and creating truly special memories. The smiles and joy they brought throughout the home were priceless. Our team also sang festive songs and wished everyone a very Merry Christmas, including the relatives and friends who joined us to spend precious time with their loved ones.

Later, it was time for our Christmas lunch feast. Our fantastic catering team truly outdid themselves, treating residents to a delicious meal that delighted everyone’s taste buds. We were also pleased to welcome some families who joined us for the celebrations, sharing good food, a glass of wine and wonderful company.

In the afternoon, we welcomed back the much-anticipated singer, Wes, who our residents had requested again this Christmas. He kept the festive spirit alive with a brilliant performance and a wonderful selection of seasonal tunes. Everyone enjoyed refreshments and festive cocktails, raising a glass together as we celebrated the day.

Christmas at Glenroyd would’ve not be possible without our amazing team, who go above and beyond all year round. Thank you to the wonderful Glenroyd Christmas Crew for making every festive season so special.

From all of us, we’d like to wish you a Merry Christmas filled with love and laughter. Stay warm, stay close, and cherish every second of this magical time of year.

We had a truly wonderful time at Glenroyd when the children from the Woodhouse Academy of Theatre Arts came to visit our residents for a festive Christmas Carol service.

They treated us to a fantastic selection of Christmas favourites and classic Carols, and it was lovely to hear our residents joining in with the well-known tunes. Music brings so much joy, and it also stirs up precious memories of carolling with family and friends at this special time of year.

Neil, one of our residents, said, “It was such a special day. The children made so many of us happy, including me. It brought back wonderful memories of my work with schools.”

A massive thank you to Daniele and all the children from the Woodhouse Academy of Theatre Arts for such a wonderful performance.

We’re looking forward to creating even more special moments like this throughout the festive season.

Our residents popped on their elf hats and, together with the General Manager Yvonne, set off in the minibus to give back to the community and support children this festive season.

Over the festive season, we have been collecting sweets and essential toiletries to support Streetlife with their Christmas Wishlist for young people in need. On arrival, we were warmly welcomed by the wonderful team, Paris and Emily, who joined Yvonne and our residents in reminiscing about Christmas traditions and sharing more about the vital work they do for young people in the local area.

Our residents marked Remembrance Sunday with a meaningful trip to the wreath-laying service at the Blackpool Cenotaph. The weather wasn’t on our side, but spirits were high as we paid our respects to those who served.

It was an especially important day for James, one of our residents, who completed his National Service with the Black Watch in the 1950s. In Kenya, he was once chased by a rhinoceros and escaped up a tree- though he got into trouble for leaving his rifle behind.

James later served in Berlin, took part in the guard of honour at Balmoral, and even danced with Princess Margaret at a Ceilidh. He loved the camaraderie and the chance to see the world. He signed on beyond National Service and became a corporal, and might have made a career of it, but his mum wasn’t keen- something his family is grateful for, as James’s return led to a long and happy marriage to his wife.

After the ceremony, we headed back to warm up and enjoy a delicious lunch together in our cosy Conservatory while watching the national service on television. Our residents shared memories of Remembrance Sundays past, reflecting on the meaning behind their experiences and those they will never forget.

We had a fantastic time joining Rob Magee from Gwent Wildlife Trust for an engaging virtual talk all about birds, held in the lead-up to the RSPB’s Big Garden Birdwatch.

Residents explored a range of species found in our gardens and across the UK, learning more about their behaviour and habitats. We then put our knowledge to the test with a bird-themed quiz and Oomph activity books, before settling down to watch David Attenborough’s The Life of Birds, all while enjoying some delicious sweet refreshments.

It was a fascinating session, and best of all, we now feel more confident about spotting and identifying birds in our local area.

The wonderful Santa and his elf delivered presents to our residents, kindly donated by the amazing team at The Perch Group in Blackpool.

The Perch Group provided thoughtful, person-centred gifts for each resident, based on the wish lists put together by our staff. They truly went above and beyond for the second year running, and we are incredibly grateful for the support and kindness they have shown us this festive season.

Santa and his elf visited residents in their bedrooms, and our whole team joined in to spread joy, laughter and plenty of Christmas cheer throughout the home.

A massive thank you to the staff at the Perch Group and our brilliant team for bringing the festivities right to our residents’ doors, making sure everyone felt included and celebrated. 

The residents hopped on the minibus for a festive trip to the beautiful Barton Grange Garden Centre.

With Christmas classics playing along the way, we set off to visit one of Lancashire’s most popular destinations at this time of year. Barton Grange has been named Garden Centre of the Year, and it’s become a much-loved Glenroyd tradition to visit during the festive season.

Our residents enjoyed a leisurely stroll through the centre, admiring the stunning displays and soaking up the Christmas atmosphere. Afterwards, it was time for some well-deserved refreshments. Everyone indulged in tea or coffee, accompanied by freshly baked scones or delicious cheesecake. Every sip and bite were thoroughly enjoyed.

We then headed outside to take in the outdoor displays, sharing songs, smiles and stories as we made even more special memories together.

We celebrated the start of the festive season with our wonderful Christmas Fair. It was a truly special day where our residents, families, friends and the wider community all came together to share in the festivities.

We began the day with delicious hot chocolates while everyone browsed the fantastic selection of items on offer from the local stalls. Our residents thoroughly enjoyed taking part in the tombola and raffle, eagerly buying tickets and hoping to take home a prize. Everyone then tucked into a festive lunch, lovingly prepared by our amazing catering team, who always go above and beyond to delight our taste buds.

In the afternoon, we were treated to live music entertainment from Marianne, who did a brilliant job of keeping spirits high. The excitement grew as it came time for the raffle draw, with a queue forming at reception as everyone waited with their tickets in hand to find out if they were a winner. Congratulations to all those who won a prize.

We were delighted to welcome so many families and friends who support our community so kindly. It was a pleasure to see familiar faces returning to Glenroyd especially for this occasion, and their presence helped make the day such a success. Together, we raised an incredible total of £526, which will go directly into our residents’ fund to support future life enrichment activities and events in our home.

The festive season has well and truly begun at Glenroyd. 

The residents travelled through Platform 9¾ straight into Hogwarts to celebrate Halloween in true Harry Potter style.

We began the morning by visiting our residents in their rooms, proudly showcasing our costumes and delivering sweets to start the day with a smile. The excitement carried through to lunchtime, where Harry and Ron hosted a themed feast and everyone indulged in our hospitality team’s specials.

As the afternoon unfolded, several members of our team even popped in on their day off to join the fun. We captured plenty of happy moments in our photobooth and spent time reminiscing about Halloweens gone by and the treasured memories they hold.

Later on, the talented Marianne provided live music entertainment that had us all putting on our dancing shoes. With tasty refreshments flowing- and a glass of wine or two- there were jive moves and laughter all around. Harry and Ron kept the energy high, and our staff were right there on the dance floor with our residents.

A huge thank you to everyone who took part and donned such fantastic outfits for the occasion. Our residents loved every second of the Hogwarts celebration.

Happy Halloween form everyone at Glenroyd!

What a wonderful New Year’s Eve we had at Glenroyd, as residents and staff dressed in their finest outfits for our Peaky Blinders-themed celebration.

With live music filling the room, glasses clinking and cheerful toasts from everyone, we said goodbye to 2025 in true Glenroyd style. Our residents also enjoyed a whisky tasting, prepared by none other than Mr Shelby himself.

We then welcomed the New Year with our New Year lunch, where residents enjoyed reminiscing about the past year, sharing their resolutions and chatting about what they would like to do in 2026.

As always, it was a lovely time for everyone, and we send our very best wishes from the whole Glenroyd family.

The residents and staff enjoyed some festive fun by dressing in their Christmas pyjamas for our annual Pyjama Day.

We started the day with a wonderful visit from the children of St John Vianney’s Choir, who brought real Christmas cheer through their music. We sang along together and then spent time reminiscing about favourite Christmas traditions while enjoying refreshments prepared by our talented catering team.

In the afternoon, residents settled in for cosy Christmas films, followed by mince pies and hot chocolates to keep everyone warm and smiling.

It was also a special day for one of our residents, Neil, who celebrated his birthday with his favourite Victoria sponge cake, surrounded by the wonderful team. Happy birthday, Neil, from everyone at Glenroyd!

The residents embarked on a wonderful adventure as we brought Lapland, the home of Santa Claus, to Glenroyd as the grand finale of our ‘Around the World’ project.

We began the day with a Finland-inspired winter lunch, which everyone thoroughly enjoyed, followed by mince pies and a glass of wine while listening to traditional Finnish music. The cosy, festive atmosphere really set the scene for our journey to the snowy north.

Then it was time for a very special guest. Santa Claus himself arrived to welcome our residents and personally check their Lapland tickets, giving everyone a true VIP experience. Santa hosted an engaging and informative talk about the history of Lapland and its most popular landmarks, while residents enjoyed watching the magical Northern Lights projected onto the ceiling.

Our team, together with Santa, then led a cheerful singalong of Christmas songs, filling the room with festive spirit and plenty of smiles.

To complete the experience, we watched virtual videos of sleigh rides, the Northern Lights and the most iconic sights in Santa’s village, allowing everyone to feel as though they had travelled to Lapland for the day.

It was a day enjoyed by all involved and a perfect way to end this year’s ‘Around the World’ adventure.

Our residents and staff joined in with the Children in Need initiative and spent a wonderful day in the company of Pudsey.

They enjoyed an engaging and informative talk from Pudsey himself, learning more about the incredible work the charity does to support children across the UK. Throughout the day, our residents created their own colourful masterpieces and tucked into delicious homemade refreshments, all while singing along to some of the greatest Children in Need tunes.

We also organised a bake sale to help raise funds in support of children in need within our local community. Thanks to the generosity of everyone involved, we raised £41.20, which will go towards festive gifts that our team will be delivering soon to children in our area. 

What a fantastic day we had celebrating a Day in the Philippines as part of our Around the World project. The team spirit was incredible, and our wonderful Philippines’ community came together to give our residents a truly memorable experience.

We began with a themed lunch prepared by the brilliant brothers, John and Jerome, and overseen by our chef to ensure all dietary requirements and food policies were met in line with Barchester standards. Our residents enjoyed a delicious menu featuring a starter of Tinola soup and Lumpia (spring rolls), followed by mains of Chicken Adobo and Beef Caldereta, served with either boiled or fried rice. To finish, we indulged in Champorado, a comforting chocolate rice pudding. The food was a big hit, with many compliments from residents, including one of our Singaporean ladies who told us Asian cuisine is her absolute favourite.

We then explored Philippines’ culture through an engaging and informative talk by our much-loved nurse, Angie- well known for her fabulous sense of style- who went above and beyond by bringing in traditional outfits for staff to wear and present to residents. In the spirit of inclusivity, our team also visited residents in their rooms, bringing the colour and beauty of Philippines’ fashion right to their doors. Angie later led a captivating session that took us on a personal journey through the culture and sharing stories through music that truly brought the Philippines to life.

In the afternoon, our residents enjoyed armchair travel videos, discovering the breath-taking landscapes and most famous places across the Philippines, from stunning beaches to vibrant cityscapes.

It was a day filled with joy, smiles, and a wonderful sense of Philippines’ warmth that our residents felt throughout.