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Abingdon Mayor chooses Bridge House for his last official engagement

Resident Jean was thrilled to accept a request from outgoing Mayor, Cllr. Charlie Birks, to take tea with her to mark the end of his term in office.

Residents ‘Troop’ Out for Queen’s Official Birthday

A giant birthday card featuring 68 residents from Bridge House is designed to celebrate the Queen’s official birthday.

Bridge House Delighted to Receive Second Covid Vaccine

With an air of celebration and anticipation for the year ahead, the second and final dose of the vaccine was administered to excited residents and team members in March.

Bridge House Proud To Support Rollout of Covid Vaccine

We are proud to support the rollout of the COVID-19 vaccination in our home, boosting our existing safety measures and bringing a much-welcomed light at the end of the tunnel.

Bridge - 100 Christmas Rainbows light up Abingdon

Giving Thanks At Christmas

Residents sent out 100 ‘Rainbows of Thanks’ in a special Christmas project.

Rainbow Halloween Fun

Our extraordinary Halloween display created by residents forms part of Abingdon’s Pumpkin Hunt 2020.

Acts Of Kindness Strengthen Community Links

In this unsettling time of social distancing and lockdown, we have been overwhelmed by the way the local community has reached out with unwavering kindness and generosity.

Come Meet Your Loved Ones in New Social Distanced Visits

We are delighted to be able to welcome friends and relatives back to Bridge House once again.

Creativity and Connection at Bridge House

Discover how our Lifestyle Team has been busy adapting our packed schedule of meaningful activities and events with heartwarming results.

Ainsley Harriott inspires Bridge House chefs

Catering Manager Colm Penfold joined celebrity chef Ainsley Harriott at the launch of a remarkable new cookery book, specially developed for Bridge House Care Home.

A Mile of Memories

Bridge House leads charity ‘Sewathon’ for Sobell House Hospice

Christopher Biggins Visits Bridge House Care Home

The team at Bridge House celebrate winning this year’s Making a Difference Challenge with the special celebrity guest

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Abingdon Mayor chooses Bridge House for his last official engagement

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