Mic drop! Community joins Bury St Edmunds care homes for ultimate summer festivals

Care homes across Bury St Edmunds got into the swing of festival season this week – with two special events taking centre stage.

The teams at Care UK’s Davers Court and Glastonbury Court were joined by the people of Bury St Edmunds for a summer to remember.

Davers Court’s Summer of Love Festival saw guests put on their dancing shoes and let loose to classic hits throughout the decades, thanks to a special live performance from local singer, Darrin Sings. Visitors were also treated to a barbecue, specially prepared by the home’s talented Head Chef.

Those venturing to the aptly named ‘Glastonbury at Glastonbury Court’ festival were dancing to the beat of the drum as they enjoyed a unique banjo performance to start the day off in style. Guests were then able to soak up the classic tunes with a live performance from local singer, Brian Shaw, before being treated to an immersive Punch and Judy show.

The fun-filled festivals formed part of Davers and Glastonbury Court’s Care Home Open Week celebrations, a national initiative that encourages care homes to open their doors and showcase what life in a care home is really like. 

Chris Thompson, a resident at Davers Court, said: “I really enjoyed the day, and the music and food were so good – it was lovely to see the home full of people and I also enjoyed having a dance with the team!” 

Sophie Evans, Home Manager at Davers Court, commented: “We were delighted to welcome the Bury St Edmunds community to our summer festivals to party the afternoon away. 

“The special events at both homes offered a wonderful opportunity for us to connect with the community and show them what life at a Care UK care home is all about. We loved getting our dancing shoes on and giving everyone a chance to showcase their best moves.

“We’re already planning our next summer events so keep your eyes peeled – it’s set to be a summer to remember!”

To find out more about Care UK’s Festival Season celebrations, please visit: careuk.com/festival-season

Davers Court and Glastonbury Court are modern care homes providing full-time residential, nursing and dementia care, as well as short-term respite care, with Davers Court having also recently opened its new day centre. Designed to enable residents to live enjoyable and fulfilling lives, the homes have their very own cinema and hair salon, and there is plenty of space both in and outdoors for relaxation and recreation.