Over 150 guests, including the Mayor Councillor Candy Vaughan, were invited to the opening of Hallmark Willingdon Park Manor, a 85-bedroom residential, dementia and nursing home.

Local businesses and care professionals were invited to view their facilities, which include nine luxurious suites, which form part of a unique retirement living offering called The Residences. Those living at The Residences have access to a premium suite with a kitchenette, and exclusive amenities, such as a celebrations area and terrace, fine dining and concierge services.

Other features at the home include a sensory room to support residents living with dementia, an activities room with a baby grand piano, and a winter and summer terrace which will be used for gardening, bird watching and socialising.

Outside, there's a summer house, a gardening club area with raised planters, and a courtyard which supports alfresco dining.

General manager of the home Ian Cole said: 'Much thought and consideration has gone into Willingdon Park Manor to help residents live active, independent and fulfilled lives.'

Managing director at Hallmark Luxury Care Homes, Aneurin Brown, added: 'It’s been a exciting but busy few months for Hallmark with two new sites acquired, and the official launch of Midford Manor, our new home in Bath.'

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