Stratford-upon-Avon's care home gives glastonbury a run for its money

As festival season gets into full swing across the UK, Alveston Leys Bupa Care Home has become an unlikely edition to this year’s summer lineup.

The Stratford-upon-Avon based care home opened its doors to the community who were entertained by an impressive bill of local artists including local singer, Denise Pitter.

The event, dubbed Bupa Fest, saw residents and staff alike don flamboyant outfits – synonymous with music festivals. Attendees were also treated to a delicious buffet and enjoyed playing a variety of games.

Care home resident, Viv Russell, commented: “It was a fantastic day. I loved the music, and it was great fun to have a dance and a singalong.”

Home Manager at Alveston Leys, Sian Howse, added: “We were delighted to welcome the local community, friends and families to join in our Bupa Fest event. It was a joyful day for all involved.

“Music carries a number of benefits including boosting mood, helping to relax and stimulating memory. We’ve made lots of new memories and hopefully brought up some old, fond ones for our residents, reminiscing on their festival-going days.”

“It’s our ambition to create events which foster a fun and engaging environment for our residents and after the success of Bupa Fest, we’re looking forward to hosting further activities in the coming months.”

Alveston Leys Bupa Care Home is situated in Stratford-upon-Avon and welcome/s residents in need of nursing, residential and palliative care including those living with Parkinson’s and Huntington’s. For. For further information, please visit https://www.bupa.co.uk/care-services