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Former employee of Bedford College Graham Langton took centre stage as spring arrived at a Bedford care home, picking up his guitar and filling the home with music in a heartwarming celebration of the new season.

A colourful Caribbean cruise theme brought a touch of sunshine to Elstow Manor Care Home, where residents spent the afternoon sharing travel memories and enjoying tropical treats.

Rain didn’t stop gardening plans at Elstow Manor Care Home in Wixams, Bedford, where residents spent time refreshing the raised flower beds in preparation for spring.

Pupils from Wilstead Primary School recently joined residents at Elstow Manor Care Home in Wixams, Bedford for a shared birdwatching activity as part of the RSPB Great British Birdwatch.

A lively pantomime performance of Cinderella brought an afternoon of theatre and laughter to Elstow Manor Care Home in Wixams, as a travelling theatre group visited the hom

Elstow Manor Care Home in Wixams recently recognised two outstanding care professionals as part of its new Make a Difference Campaign, created to celebrate individuals making a positive impact within the local community.

Residents at Elstow Manor Care Home enjoyed a vibrant cultural celebration this autumn as colleagues shared the tastes and traditions of their home countries.

Elstow Manor in Wixams, Bedford celebrated the 80th anniversary of Victory in Europe Day on Thursday 8^th May. The event brought together residents, staff and community members to honour the historic occasion.

Residents at a Wixams care home have spoken of their Victory in Europe Day (VE Day) memories as the nation marks the 80th anniversary.

A group of nonagenarians at Elstow Manor Care Home have offered their words of advice to young couples embarking on their lives together.

As love remains in the air for Valentine’s month the four Elstow Manor Care Home residents decided to get together and talk about love.

The traditional sounds of the bagpipes delighted residents at Elstow Manor when they celebrated Burns Night.

Special guest and President of Bedford Pipers Richard Galley entertained residents, family friends and the team with his magnificent playing. Richard is hugely skilled and has also served as the band's Quartermaster and Pipe Sergeant.

Delighted residents at Elstow Manor Care Home were thrilled to invite community band, the Flitwick Flukes, to their home to play a whole host of classical songs.

The ‘Brew Monday’ event was extra special for Elstow Manor resident Graham Edginton, aged 96, who was reminded about the day he watched the famous George Formby live on stage.

Creative nonagenarian Indrani has captured the imagination of everyone at Elstow Manor Care Home with her wonderful tapestry designs.