Anchor - Calderbrook Place and Cog Lane

28/07/2025

Loads going on with u3a through the summer months...

17/07/2025

Anchor - The Manor House Barnard Castle will be hosting a Parent and Toddler group on Friday 18 July between 10am - 12pm. This offers a wonderful chance to connect at their beautiful home.

For more details, please visit: https://www.anchor.org.uk/news-events-blogs/events/manor-house-barnard-castle-welcomes-you-their-parent-and-toddler-group

17/07/2025

Join Anchor - Dawson Lodge for their summer BBQ event on 19 July.

They will be serving a variety of Greek style dishes, and Richard Colvin will be performing live music.

For more information, please visit 👇

https://www.anchor.org.uk/news-events-blogs/events/join-dawson-lodge-their-summer-bbq

17/07/2025

Happy birthday Jill 🎂 🎉

16/07/2025

Shaun West, Chef Manager from Kingfisher Court was our 2025 Chef of the Year winner. He won with a menu of:

Pan fried mushrooms, madeira garlic cream on homemade toasted bread for starters
Pan fried chicken breast, red wine bacon & mushroom sauce, garlic & thyme roasted baby potatoes, sauteed green beans, roasted carrots for the main meal
White chocolate & raspberry cheesecake with raspberry coulis and a white choc & raspberry shard with burnt white choc crumb.

Shaun was delighted to win, saying:

"Winning the Chef of the Year competition means a lot to me. Lots of hard work and thought went into my menu, and it’s been both a high pressure and enjoyable experience being involved in the competition. I’m very proud of challenging myself and pushing myself outside of my comfort zone."

A massive congratulations to Shaun and all the chefs who competed this year. Also a massive well done to Catering Apprentice Logan Shamim Ahmed of Anchor - Madeleine House who won our Catering Challenge 👏

https://www.anchor.org.uk/news-events-blogs/news/announcing-our-2025-chef-year

https://www.anchor.org.uk/news-events-blogs/news/announcing-our-2025-chef-year

16/07/2025

Congratulations to James and Eliza for winning colleague of the month! 🎉

15/07/2025

Residents at Anchor - The Manor House Knaresborough in Yorkshire have been experiencing the magic of having their bucket list dreams turned into reality. Thanks to the home’s dedicated team going above and beyond, the residents’ long-held wishes have come true.

Resident David had always wanted to ride a steam train, and with careful planning, the team at The Manor House Knaresborough were able to make that happen. David enjoyed a scenic train ride across the Yorkshire Dales, with others from the home.

Susan, another resident at The Manor House Knaresborough, was born in Ireland. She always dreamt of returning, so the team brought Ireland to her, transforming the home into a vibrant celebration of Irish culture.

https://www.anchor.org.uk/news-events-blogs/news/manor-house-knaresborough-care-home-makes-bucket-list-dreams-come-true

15/07/2025

Happy 100th birthday to the fabulous Audrey 🎉 Visit Anchor - Canterbury House's post below to see how they celebrated the big day and to wish her a happy birthday

15/07/2025

Take a look at the wonderful refurbishment taking place at Anchor - The Manor House Knaresborough. We love the ceiling!

14/07/2025

The gardens at Marham House Care Home are looking beautiful 🌷🌼🌻

13/07/2025

Looking at these photos is making us hungry 😍 🍫

13/07/2025

Thank you for sharing this precious moment 💜 Anchor - St Mary's. What a beautiful photo.

12/07/2025

Priors Hall Care Home in Corby recently opened its doors for the latest gathering of its Community Lunch Club - a vibrant afternoon of friendship, food, and shared stories designed to bring together people from across the local area.

The gathering offered a wonderful chance for local neighbours and familiar faces to reconnect. Three Priors Hall residents were especially thrilled to welcome a friend from nearby Priors Hall Park and before the afternoon ended, they exchanged phone numbers to keep in touch beyond the event.

https://www.anchor.org.uk/news-events-blogs/news/community-spirit-thrives-priors-hall-care-home

10/07/2025

Tips to stay hydrated in hot weather

STAY HYDRATED

1. Drink Regularly, Don't Wait for Thirst: Thirst is a sign of mild dehydration, so it's best to drink fluids throughout the day before you feel thirsty.

2. Water is Generally Best: While other beverages can contribute to your fluid intake, water is often the best choice for staying hydrated, according to the American Heart Association.

3. Consider Electrolytes: If you're sweating heavily during exercise, you might want to consider sports drinks with electrolytes to replace those lost through sweat.

4. Eat Water-Rich Foods: Fruits and vegetables like watermelon, strawberries, cucumbers, and lettuce are high in water content and can help contribute to your daily fluid intake.

5. Be Mindful of Your Environment: Hot weather or intense physical activity can increase your fluid needs, so drink more fluids in these situations.

6. Watch Your Urine Color: Clear or pale yellow urine is generally a sign of good hydration, while dark yellow urine indicates a need for more fluids.

7. Limit Sugary Drinks: Avoid excessive consumption of sugary drinks like soda, as they can contribute to dehydration in the long run.

01/07/2025

🌟 Jump Back Up July – Building Resilience Together 🌟

Life throws challenges at all of us — but how we respond makes all the difference.

This month, we’re embracing Jump Back Up July, a daily reminder that setbacks are part of life — and so is bouncing back stronger. Whether you’re a colleague, resident, or part of our wider community, small daily actions can help shift your mindset, lift your mood, and support others around you.

💬 From simple steps like pausing to breathe… to reaching out to someone you trust… to noticing the positives even on tough days — every small action builds resilience.

🗓 The Action for Happiness calendar gives us daily, achievable ways to boost wellbeing. Why not pick one each day? Share your experiences, encourage each other, and remember — none of us have to face challenges alone.

Together, we can be:
✅ Happier
✅ Kinder
✅ Stronger

Let’s keep supporting ourselves — and each other — every step of the way. 💚

19/06/2025

🧱✂️📄 Rock Paper Scissors – A Celebration of Burnley’s Civic Pride
📍 OneTwoThree, 123 St James’s Street, Burnley
📅 Thurs–Sun | 12pm–4pm | 20 June – 6 July
🎟️ Free Entry + Free Family Activities

Discover Burnley’s iconic stone-built architecture through art, play and community voices! ✨

🎨 Drop into this brand new exhibition and creative space to:
🧒 Build your own paper building
💬 Share your hopes for Burnley’s future
👣 Take part in free family workshops
🏛️ Learn about a bold new heritage project from Burnley Council

This playful exhibition celebrates Burnley’s unique townscape and looks ahead to the exciting High Five for Heritage project!

📸 Perfect for families, creatives, and anyone proud of Burnley 🧡

Mid Pennine Arts Creative Spaces Burnley

19/06/2025

🚌 Day Trip to Cleveleys! 🌊

Join us for a relaxing day out by the sea with friends from Gannow Community Centre!

📍 Destination: Cleveleys
🗓️ Date: Wednesday 25th June 2025
🕘 Departing Gannow: 9:30 AM
🕒 Leaving Cleveleys: 3:30 PM
💷 Suggested donation: £13.50 (Transport only – minibus)

Enjoy the coast, grab some chips, and soak up the sea air! ☀️🌊

📍 Book now to secure your spot – spaces are limited!
📞 Call 01282 412096
📧 Email susan.cole@bprcvs.co.uk
🏢 Or pop in to BPRCVS Gannow Community Centre or the CVS Centre (62-64 Yorkshire Street, Burnley BB11 3BT)

19/06/2025

17/06/2025

🚀 Got a great idea for a cultural or sports project in Lancashire?
You could be eligible for up to £15,000 in funding through Crowdfund Lancashire!

Join the Project Creator Workshop on
📅 Tuesday 17th June, 1pm (online)
💻 Can’t make it live? Don’t worry—it will be recorded!

✅ Get expert tips on building your project page
✅ Learn how to pitch for funding from the Lancashire Culture & Sport Fund
✅ Ask your questions in real time!

📍 Sign up now:
👉 https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/crowdfund-lancashire-project-creator-workshop-tickets-1392776795889?aff=oddtdtcreator

📄 Make sure to check the eligibility criteria and guidance notes before applying:
🔹 [Community groups and town/parish councils]
🔹 [Individuals]

https://bprcvs.co.uk/vcfse-news/project-creator-workshop

17/06/2025

🌈 Pride 2025: A Time to Listen, Learn, and Love 🌈

For some of us, the world looks very different than it did when we were growing up. Ideas about identity, love, and family have expanded—and that can feel unfamiliar. But at the heart of it all is something timeless: the human need to be accepted, respected, and loved for who we truly are.

Pride isn’t about pushing anyone away—it’s about welcoming everyone in. It’s about supporting our children, grandchildren, neighbours, and friends who are part of the LGBTQIA+ community. It’s about kindness, dignity, and the belief that everyone deserves to live without fear or shame.

Let’s keep listening. Let’s keep learning. And above all, let’s keep loving.

13/05/2025

Have you thought about how suitable your home will be for the future? Where we live has a significant impact on our quality of life and as we age, we might come to feel differently about our home. Find out more: https://www.anchor.org.uk/guides-and-support/suitability-of-your-current-home