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The Charlotte Straker Project is a 32 bedded care home in Corbridge. We offer high quality residential and nursing care for those over 65.

We also offer a free of charge, respite care room for short term respite breaks funded by charitable donations. The Charlotte Straker Project is a 32 bed charitable care home and offers residential, nursing and respite care to the elderly and frail. As a not for profit care home any surplus profit is reinvested back into the organisation for the benefit of our residents. We concentrate on supporti

ng our residents and fundraising for necessary equipment, activities and resources. We also support some of our local authority residents by funding the fee shortfall - the difference between the amount the local authority pays for care and the actual cost of care. We also offer 8 supported living bungalows in our grounds. Our dedicated, well trained team ensure that individuals living in this well-equipped and comfortable accommodation receive attention all day, every day which enhances quality of life for the elderly frail in our care. Charlotte Straker House provides a “home for life” and we care for residents from the moment they arrive and for the rest of their lives, giving security to both residents and their families.

30/05/2026

Music, laughter, and plenty of singing filled our dining room recently as we welcomed Richard and Roly back to Charlotte Straker House for another wonderful afternoon of entertainment 🎶

Residents enjoyed an afternoon of familiar favourites, sing-alongs, and lots of toe-tapping moments, with smiles all around throughout the performance. It was especially lovely to see everyone joining in, including our respite resident Graeme, who treated us to a little Elvis performance of his own! The room was also full of voices during a spirited sing-along to The Blaydon Races 🎤

Music always has a wonderful way of bringing people together, creating special moments and encouraging connection across the home.

A huge thank you to Richard and Roly for another fantastic visit, we always look forward to welcoming you back!

28/05/2026

Crochet Raffle Update: Over £1,000 Raised So Far! 🧶💙

We are absolutely delighted to share that the beautiful handmade crochet blanket created by Bex Campin in memory of her Nanny, Mary, has now helped raise more than £1,000 for The Charlotte Straker Project with the raffle still running until the end of June!✨

This very special blanket was lovingly created in celebration of Mary’s life and the shared love of crochet she enjoyed with Bex over the years. Since launching the fundraiser, the response from our community has been truly incredible, and we are so grateful to everyone who has supported the raffle so far.

If you would like to see the blanket in person, it will be on display at our upcoming Charlotte Straker House Fete and also at the Textile & Art Exhibition at St Andrew’s Church. Every raffle entry helps support enriching activities, experiences, and opportunities for our residents, making a real difference within our home and community.

🎟️ Raffle entries are £2 each and can be made using the following link (please leave name and number as a payment note):
pay.sumup.com/b2c/QUFZ55MY

📅 The winner will be drawn on Monday 29th June.

A huge thank you once again to Bex for her kindness, creativity, and generosity and to everyone who continues to support this wonderful tribute to Mary 💙

26/05/2026

Special Guests Getting Ready for Our Summer Fete! 🐐

We’re getting very excited for our Annual Fete at Charlotte Straker House. Especially after a recent visit to Humbles Wood Farm Country Store ahead of the big day!

One of our team members recently spent time meeting some of the friendly animals who will be joining us at the fete, and we couldn’t resist sharing a few photos from the visit. From adorable goats to gentle ponies, there are sure to be plenty of smiles on the day! 🐴

Visitors to the fete will even have the chance to enjoy goat walks and pony grooming sessions as part of the afternoon’s activities, making it a wonderful experience for animal lovers of all ages.

We can’t wait to welcome everyone on Saturday 13th June, 2–4pm for an afternoon full of fun and entertainment.

25/05/2026

Remembering David Thompson 💙

It is with great sadness that we acknowledge the passing of David Thompson, a long-standing volunteer and dedicated supporter of The Charlotte Straker Project.

David gave 17 years of dedicated voluntary service through the Charlotte Straker Fundraising Committee, helping to shape and support the organisation in countless ways. From fundraising challenges and community events to helping establish initiatives such as the Development Fund and Friends programme, his contribution leaves a lasting legacy.

Known for his kindness, humour, wisdom and unwavering commitment, David was a valued friend to many connected with Charlotte Straker House and the wider community.

We are deeply grateful for the time, care and support he gave over so many years, and our thoughts are with his family and friends at this sad time.

You can read the full tribute to David on our website here: https://charlottestraker.org.uk/remembering-volunteer-david/

24/05/2026

One Week On… and What an Incredible Achievement! 🥾✨

It has now been a week since our Charlotte Straker House team completed their 20km Hadrian’s Wall challenge, and we are so proud of everyone who took part.

Thanks to the amazing generosity and support of our community, they have now raised more than £1,900 for our Development Fund and the total is still climbing! 💙

The challenge was a fantastic group effort and a wonderful example of our staff team coming together to support Charlotte Straker House.

Every donation will help us continue developing the facilities and experiences available for our residents, and we are incredibly grateful to everyone who has supported the challenge through donations, encouragement and sharing the fundraiser.

A huge well done to the whole team for completing such an amazing achievement, and thank you again to everyone who helped make it possible.🌟

23/05/2026

We are delighted to announce a new Charity of the Year partnership between The Charlotte Straker Project and Tyne Trust Healthcare 💙

Through the partnership, Tyne Trust Healthcare will support key fundraising events, staff wellbeing initiatives, and the continued development of our respite services for local residents and families.

Recently, Iki Youssaf from Tyne Trust Healthcare visited Charlotte Straker House to meet with CEO Steve Adams and Chair of Trustees Berenice Groves to learn more about the impact of our work and the growing need for accessible respite support within the community.

We are incredibly grateful for their support and look forward to working together over the year ahead to make a positive difference for older people, carers, and families across our community.

📖 Read the full story here: https://charlottestraker.org.uk/tyne-trust-charity-sponsor/

22/05/2026

Corbridge Open Gardens returns on Sunday 21st June 2026 🌿🌸

Join us from 1pm to 5pm for a wonderful afternoon exploring a variety of beautiful gardens throughout the village, with plenty of hidden gems to discover along the way.

Maps and tickets (£8) will be available on the day from the Corbridge Community Hub (former Methodist Church) on Princes Street, where visitors can also enjoy teas, coffees, and homemade cakes throughout the afternoon ☕🍰

All proceeds from the event will support The Charlotte Straker Project and The Corbridge Community Partnership 💙

We would also be incredibly grateful for any donations towards our bottle tombola and homemade cakes for refreshments. If donating cakes, please include a list of ingredients.

📍 Corbridge Community Hub, Princes Street
📅 Sunday 21st June 2026
⏰ 1:00pm – 5:00pm

We look forward to welcoming you for another fantastic community event!

20/05/2026

Did you know you can make your donation go even further with Gift Aid? 💙

If you are a UK taxpayer, Gift Aid allows us to claim an extra 25p for every £1 donated at no extra cost to you.

You can submit a Gift Aid declaration at any time, and it can apply to all future donations as well as be backdated to eligible donations made over the past few years.

Every extra penny helps us continue supporting residents, families, and our wider community through the work of Charlotte Straker House.

If you would like to find out more, please contact our team or ask for a Gift Aid form next time you visit.

Thank you for your continued support 💙

19/05/2026

Bullseyes, laughter, and a little friendly competition! 🎯

Our latest axe throwing session at Charlotte Straker House was another huge hit, with residents enjoying an afternoon full of fun, determination, and plenty of cheering from the sidelines.

There were some impressive throws on display as everyone tested their aim and technique, with lots of encouragement shared throughout the session. Activities like these are a wonderful way to build confidence, keep active, and bring everyone together for something a little different.

A huge thank you to our fantastic volunteers David, Louise and Avril for helping make the afternoon such a success and keeping the competition flowing smoothly 💙

We’re already looking forward to the next round!

17/05/2026

Today’s the Day! 🥾✨

Our Charlotte Straker House team are taking on their 20km Hadrian’s Wall challenge today, and we couldn’t be prouder of everyone involved!

After weeks of preparation and incredible community support, the team are ready to tackle the challenge and raise vital funds for our Development Fund 💙

So far, more than £1,000 has been raised, helping us continue to develop the environment and experiences for our residents. Every donation, message of support, and share has meant so much to the team along the way.

We’ll be cheering them on every step of the journey today, and we can’t wait to share updates from the challenge soon! 🌟

If you would still like to support the team, donations can be made here:
https://www.justgiving.com/campaign/charlottestrakerbighikechallenge

Thank you again to everyone supporting this fantastic effort, your encouragement makes all the difference.

16/05/2026

We are delighted to be part of the upcoming Textile & Art Exhibition at St Andrew's Church, celebrating the incredible talent of local makers and artists from across the community.

Visitors can explore a wonderful variety of handcrafted work, from traditional techniques to contemporary designs, including crochet, weaving, quilting, pottery, photography, and much more.

📅 Event Dates & Times:
Thursday 18th June: 9:30am – 8:30pm
Friday 19th June: 9:30am – 4:00pm
Saturday 20th June: 9:30am – 4:00pm

📍 Location: St Andrew’s Church, Corbridge
🎟️ Entry is free, with donations welcome

All proceeds from the event will be shared between The Charlotte Straker Project and St Andrew’s Church, helping to support their ongoing work within the community. 💙

We look forward to welcoming everyone for this celebration of creativity, community spirit, and local talent!

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Cookson Close
Corbridge
NE455HB

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 5pm
Tuesday	9am - 5pm
Wednesday	9am - 5pm
Thursday	9am - 5pm
Friday	9am - 5pm

Website

http://charlottestraker.org.uk/

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