The Old Vicarage Residential Home Bakewell

18/11/2025

Here is our appearance on Central News last night!
We still can’t believe the reaction — we’re absolutely blown away.

Thank you to everyone who has liked, shared, and commented. Your support means the world to us!

17/11/2025

What a beautiful day for a walk in the country. We are extremely lucky to have such wonderful views just a few minutes from our doorstep.

16/11/2025

Simply Sunday Lunch!

14/11/2025

Here is the lovely article that's on the BBC news website!

Bakewell care home 'rap group' create song and music video - BBC News

The care home residents aged between 83 and 97 tell their life stories in the rap

13/11/2025

If was fantastic to hear our rap and amazing residents on this morning’s Becky Measures radio show! 🎙️

Here are a few of our highlights from the broadcast — enjoy!

13/11/2025

🎤 The wait is finally over! 🎶

Meet The Six 4 Teen Crew — officially the oldest rap group in the world! Their debut track, “Rap-sody in Grey,” is out now! 💥

Seven of our incredible residents helped write and perform this landmark song, each adding their own unique flair and life experience.

We’re thrilled to share that the BBC is covering their story — and we’re hoping the whole world takes notice! 🌍🙌

Well done, Crew!

🎧 Listen to “Rap-sody in Grey” by Six 4 Teen Crew on SoundCloud:
https://on.soundcloud.com/UKOEGhRqvIK0XSYW8k

📺 Watch the music video on YouTube:
https://youtu.be/_V3B4cYfiao

10/11/2025

We had a fantastic visit from the lovely Becky Measures from BBC Derby today! Becky joined us for an exclusive first look at our brand-new rap video 🎤 — featuring some of our incredibly talented residents!

Becky was dressed for the occasion in a stunning gown, adding a touch of glamour to the day. She even stayed for a chat with the stars themselves, who shared stories about the making of the video and all the fun behind the scenes.

👀🎶 Keep your eyes and ears open — the world premiere drops later this week! You won’t want to miss it!

09/11/2025

We were honoured today to welcome the Bishop of Retford and members of the Royal British Legion, who joined us for a short private service of remembrance with our residents. It was a touching tribute and a moment of reflection for all who attended.

09/11/2025

🎶 Big news! Irene’s hymn “Sing Sing Sing” has just passed 1,000 listens on SoundCloud — with listeners tuning in from all over the world! 🌍💫

Thank you to everyone who’s listened, shared, and supported — the music is traveling far and wide! 💜✨

07/11/2025

Coming Soon!

31/10/2025

🎉 Happy Birthday, Tony! 🎂
This month’s three-course meal planner was Tony — and lucky for him, it landed right on his birthday! 🍽️🥳

31/10/2025

🎉 Congratulations to Irene! 🎉

We’re delighted to share that Irene is featured in The Church Times today! 🙌

She and James wrote a beautiful new hymn, “Sing Sing Sing,” as part of our project celebrating the lives of our residents. 🎵💖

A recording of the hymn is on SoundCloud. You can listen to the hymn here 👉 https://on.soundcloud.com/Sbsf9hDxYS66c8hztY

And read the full Church Times article here 👉 https://www.churchtimes.co.uk/articles/2025/31-october/news/uk/new-hymn-offers-an-alternative-to-all-things-bright-and-beautiful

👏 Well done, Irene — we’re so proud!