Residents from Windmill House Care Home, part of the Runwood Homes Group, enjoyed a spring outing to Oxburgh Hall, part of the National Trust, on Wednesday 4 March.
The trip saw residents travel by minibus to the historic site where they spent the day exploring the beautiful grounds, admiring the spring flowers and learning about the building’s rich history.
Residents were joined by Beth, the minibus driver, along with volunteers Richard and Liz, who helped make the day possible. The group enjoyed a leisurely walk around the grounds, chatted with members of the public and finished the outing with a relaxing picnic in the sunshine.
Residents shared their appreciation for the day out. One resident, DW, said:
“Absolutely beautiful day walking around the grounds, the sun shining while we enjoyed a picnic.”
Another resident, BC, added:
“Spring has sprung – a beautiful place to visit. Thank you to all the staff and volunteers who made this trip possible.”
The outing was arranged after the team discovered National Trust tickets available in a local newspaper and decided it would be a perfect opportunity to visit somewhere new with residents. With the improving weather and sunshine, the trip provided the ideal chance to enjoy fresh air and the surrounding local area.
The atmosphere throughout the day was filled with smiles and laughter, creating what staff described as “a magical day”. A standout moment was residents gathering for their picnic, chatting happily with each other and members of the local community.
Trips like this are an important part of the Windmill House’s activities programme, helping residents stay socially connected, enjoy nature and make the most of the beautiful places in their local area.
