Bicester care home welcomes guests for annual summer fete


Bicester care home welcomes guests for annual summer fete

It was the fifth year Launton Grange has hosted the event, which it says has become the biggest in its calendar.

Visitors enjoyed browsing stalls, a barbecue cooked by care home staff, and ice cream from a visiting van.

Children were treated to face painting, a bouncy castle, and a tombola, while adults had their own tombola and the opportunity to explore a 1960s country bus loaned to the home by the Oxford Bus Museum.

A 1960s country bus loaned to the care home by the Oxford Bus Museum(Image: HC-One)

There was a variety of entertainment(Image: HC-One)

Entertainment was led by Stages Theatrical, who have performed at every summer fete since the event began five years ago.

A spokesperson for the care home said: "Their performance once again captivated the audience and created lasting memories for residents and visitors alike."

The sunny weather meant everyone could enjoy the festivities outdoors, which the care home said created a "warm and vibrant atmosphere that truly reflected the strong bond between the care home and its community".

Annie Merry, front of house manager at Launton Grange, said: "Every year we try to make the fete bigger and better than the previous year, and this year I think we did just that.

Guests at Launton Grange's summer fete(Image: HC-One)

"Watching the local community come together with our residents, from newborn babies to 99-year-olds, all having wonderful fun together is just magical.

"It's always my favourite day of the year. Thank you to all our amazing colleagues who work their socks off to ensure that our residents are safe and happy while still joining in with the fun."

The care home's spokesperson added: "The summer fete at Launton Grange has become a much-loved tradition, bringing people of all ages together to celebrate community, joy, and togetherness."

Children enjoy face painting(Image: HC-One)

The care home is run by HC-One, the largest provider of adult social care in Great Britain, operating more than 280 homes across England, Wales, and Scotland, and employing the largest health and care workforces outside of the NHS.

Working closely with health and social care professionals, as part of its mission to lead the way in dementia care, HC-One has developed a range of innovative and specialist care services to support people to make the most of each day.

Launton Grange offers 24 hour residential and dementia care, with ensuite rooms featuring fitted furniture, a flat screen TV, mini fridge, Wi-Fi access, and a telephone point.

Located a short distance from Bicester town centre, the care home serves surrounding areas including Oxford, Buckingham, Aylesbury, Brackley, and Banbury.

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