Going for gold: Orpington care home hosts sports day for local community

On Thursday, July 4 from 11am, Care UK’s Foxbridge House, on Sevenoaks Road, will be bringing Paris to Orpington as it opens its doors for local people to enjoy their own version of the Games.

The event comes as Foxbridge House joins The Big Care UK Sports Day, which sees more than130 Care UK homes across the UK host sports days for the local community and showcase what life in a care home is really like.

Guests can soak up the sporting atmosphere and, for those daring to compete, have the chance to win their own gold medals with an afternoon of fun and games, including egg-and-spoon races, three-legged races and wheelbarrow races.

Light refreshments will be available alongside goody bags for children, including pupils from, Farnborough Primary School, who will be taking part in the games.

Stella Barnes, Home Manager at Foxbridge House, said: “We’re delighted to be welcoming the local community to join our own sporting celebrations.

“We are part of a strong community here in Orpington, and days like this are a fantastic way of bringing us all together for a little healthy competition and to celebrate this year’s summer of sport, all while showcasing exactly what life is like here at Foxbridge House.

“The day not only promises a lot of laughter and enjoyment for all involved, but also is an excellent way for residents to meet and mingle with lots of new faces – and some familiar ones – while keeping active. We can’t wait until kick-off!”

To find out more about The Big Care UK Sports Day, please visit: careuk.com/care-uk-sports-day