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Here you will find more on life at Birtley including daily activities at Birtley House and special events that we host. Including news from Birtley Woodland adventures and the seasonal courses that operate onsite. You can also follow our social media channels for more information and live updates.
Our Strawberry Tea in the Rose Garden
Taking place on a glorious afternoon, the residents were treated with a fancy strawberry tea spread of homemade cakes,…
Longacre School Chamber Choir
This afternoon we were delighted to welcome the Longacre School Chamber Choir to Birtley and the young pupils entertained…
Stone Carving with Simon Keeley
It doesn’t seem a year since Simon Keeley demonstrated his stone carving skills to our Residents, and this week…
Let’s care for volunteer carers in Surrey
This week (11 – 17 June) is Carers Week – an annual campaign that seeks to raise awareness of…
House & Home – Summer 2018
In this edition: Nominated Individual * Caring Insights * Garden Review * Around the world with Harrisons * Activities…
Our Living Wall
The living wall is made up of 64 felt pockets in which plants can be grown in their own…
The Carousel Theatre Company
The Carousel Theatre Company put on a show to remember Emily & Griff from Carousel Theatre Company performed their…
A gem of an afternoon
Many of our Residents enjoyed a happy hour and more doing some retail therapy when Belinda Cramp, a local…
A true cause for celebration
No, it’s not Christmas, Easter or a Royal Wedding, but something arguably a little closer to our hearts. On…
Crafty Bugs
Crafty Bugs were created using various different materials and resulted in some fantastic insects which are now dotted around…
House & Home – Spring 2018
In this edition: Birtley hosts its 10th Sculpture Garden ExhibitionThe Virtual Care HomeBusy BeesHighlights of the year so farOld…
A flower-filled Grafham church
Despite a very wet Easter Monday, Simon & Caroline were able to take 4 Residents to see the flower-filled…
Wintershall Singers
The Wintershall Singers, a local group led by Stuart White, visited Birtley House on Wednesday 21st March for an…
A Vase of Flowers
Artist, Carol Smith, who runs classes in our woodland, spent an afternoon with our Residents encouraging them to create…
An Irish themed supper
Celebrating St Patrick’s Day, we had a delicious Irish supper, prepared by our chef, Simon & the kitchen team,…
Spring flower arranging
An afternoon of flower arranging which everyone agreed was extremely therapeutic and relaxing! The end results were beautiful and…
2018: Year of the Dog
Chinese New Year, the year of the Dog, was celebrated with the Residents at the end of February. Several…
Caring Coffee ‘Chit-Chat’
What could be better than enjoying good company over home made cakes with nicely brewed coffee filling the air,…
House & Home – Winter 2017
Read our Christmas edition of House & Home Winter 2017.
House & Home – Summer 2017
In this edition: Another award for BirtleyBirtley in the CommunityFrom Matron’s deskLicensing our new ChaplainA Bowl of CherriesOur new Deputy…
House & Home Winter 2016
In this edition: Critical Time for the Care IndustrySwedish MemoriesFrom Matron’s DeskThe RIPE ProjectA packed year of ActivitiesAutumn ColoursDavid…
House & Home Summer 2016
In this edition: Freedom of ChoiceFrom Matron’s deskThink Pink!From the KitchenMews NewsPoem by Mrs Pat ScraseA day in the…
House & Home Spring 2016
In this edition: Going the extra mileA-Z of ActivitiesFrom the KitchenGardening NewsCommunity LinksFrom Matron’s DeskBirtley is offically ‘Outstanding’Waverley CaresMews…
House & Home Autumn 2015
In this edition: Planning for the FutureFrom Matron’s deskFrom a Student’s Perspective70 Years fly byBirtley BefriendersA new kitchen at…
House & Home – Spring 2015
In this edition: A warm welcomeFrom Matron’s DeskElizabeth Care Certificate PresentationFoot HealthOn this day in history – 13th February The…
House & Home – Winter 2014
In this edition: Reassurance in a changing landscapeFrom Matron’s DeskIntroducing our Counsellor – Amber TurnellLife in ActivitiesMessages from our PAT…
House & Home – Autumn 2014
In this edition: Independence in CareFrom Matron’s DeskBirtley enters art competitionLife in ActivitiesGarden ViewsWoodlands update The Sculpture Garden 2014Date for…
House & Home – Spring 2014
In this edition: Hope Springs EternalFrom Matron’s DeskIntroducing Matron’s PABirtley joins the Gold ClubActivities at BirtleyGarden ViewsThe Bees have…
House & Home – Winter 2013
In this edition: More than just careActivities for allFrom matron’s deskThe recent CQC ReportGarden Views Winter 2013Producing Birtley CiderEstate…
House & Home – Autumn 2013
In this edition: Autumn is a second spring …ActivitiesChair-YogaFrom Matron’s deskQweeniePride in PlaceBirtley EstateGarden ViewsBirtley Cider OrchardBirtley PigsWildlife UpdateRideLondon…
House & Home – Spring 2013
In this edition: Social ActivitiesPets as TherapyBirtley House Book ClubThe Elizabeth Nurse InitiativeNational Care Home Open DayFrom Matron’s DeskIntroducing…
House & Home – 80th Celebrations Pictorial
A memorable weekend celebrating the 80th Anniversary of the Nursing Home – a traditional tea party for residents and guests also…
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