Park View Gloucester

26/10/2025

🍝 Happy (belated) World Pasta Day 🍝

Did you know that 25th October is World Pasta Day? There really is a day for everything, so of course, we couldn’t resist celebrating with a fun and crafty twist 🎨✨

From colourful macaroni mosaics to pasta jewellry that would make any Italian proud, it was a day full of fun, imagination, and giggles 😄🎉

Swipe through to see our pasta masterpieces - proof that you’re never too old to play with your food!

26/10/2025

Our much-loved Sunday Gents Club is back this weekend - a great time for our gentlemen residents to relax, chat, and enjoy some friendly fun together. Expect good conversation, games, and maybe even a cheeky biscuit or two! 🍪☕

These afternoons are all about companionship, laughter, and keeping friendships thriving.

24/10/2025

💕 It’s Wear It Pink Day 💕

We love seeing so many people getting involved and showing their support for Breast Cancer Now today - the pink spirit is strong! 🎀

A huge WELL DONE to Rachel from our Catering Department, who’s taking things one step (or 100 miles!) further this month by walking 100 miles in October to raise money for breast cancer research.

👏👏👏👏 We’re so proud of you, Rachel! 🩷

If you’d like to sponsor Rachel and support this amazing cause, you can do so here:
👉 https://www.justgiving.com/fundraising/Rachel1758551095752

Help Rachel French raise money to support Breast Cancer Now

23/10/2025

🚧 Important Update – Southgate Street Road Closure 🚧

Severn Trent have closed the section of Southgate Street directly outside our car park gate today to carry out emergency works. They will be digging up the road, and unfortunately, they don’t yet know how long the closure will last.

We’ve managed to arrange emergency access to our car park, so you can still reach the car park if needed, but please take extra care and allow a little extra time when visiting. Please consider parking in the Quays if you are planning on visiting today.

We’ll keep you updated as soon as we anymore. Thank you for your patience and understanding 💙

20/10/2025

🪔✨ Happy Diwali! ✨🪔

This week we’ll be celebrating Diwali - the Festival of Lights.

The week will be full of colour, flavour, and learning as we:
🍬 Try delicious Indian sweets together
🎨 Get creative with Diwali-themed crafts
🎬 Watch a film about the meaning of Diwali
📚 Learn about the festival’s origins and traditions
💛 Celebrate with our staff who observe Diwali

Diwali is a time for light, love, and community, and we’re so proud to share in that spirit 🌟

Wishing everyone celebrating a joyful and peaceful Diwali!

16/10/2025

💜 We’re Celebrating Black History Month! 💜

This October, we’ve been marking Black History Month, taking time to learn, reflect, and celebrate the incredible impact of Black history and culture.

We have been enjoying:
🎶 Music sessions inspired by Black artists and genres, from Motown to gospel and reggae.
🎥 Films and stories about Black struggles and triumphs.
🍛 Tasting new dishes from around the world, including Hummingbird Cake!

For those who haven’t tried it, Hummingbird (or Doctor Bird) Cake is a traditional Jamaican dessert made with banana, pineapple, and warm spices, topped with cream cheese icing. It’s thought to be named after the island’s national bird - the Red-billed Streamertail hummingbird - because it’s so sweet it “makes you hum”! 🕊️
Following the original publication of the recipe for 'Doctor Bird Cake', the name was adapted to 'Hummingbird Cake' by North American magazines.

We’ve also been learning about inspiring figures such as Lilian Bader, Mary Seacole, and Nelson Mandela, sparking some lovely conversations and memories.

Celebrating Black History Month helps us all appreciate the richness of different cultures and how they’ve shaped the world we share. 🌍

13/10/2025

✨ Celebrating Black History Month: Remembering Lilian Bader ✨

Born in Liverpool in 1918, Lilian Bader became one of the first Black women to serve in the British Armed Forces during World War II, a remarkable achievement at a time of great prejudice.

After being dismissed from an early wartime job because of her father’s West Indian heritage, Lilian refused to give up. When the RAF began accepting Black recruits, she joined the Women’s Auxiliary Air Force and trained as an Instrument Repairer, one of the most technical roles available to women.

She went on to rise through the ranks, ensuring aircraft were safe before takeoff. After the war, Lilian became a teacher and author, inspiring generations through her example.

As we mark Black History Month, we celebrate her courage, resilience, and contribution to British history. 💜

10/10/2025

💚 World Mental Health Day – 10th October 💚

Today we’re taking a moment to recognise the importance of mental health and wellbeing for everyone in our community, residents, families, and our staff team.

We know that sometimes it’s the smallest acts of kindness, a smile, a chat over tea, or simply being there, that make the biggest difference. 🌿

If you’re struggling, remember: you are never alone 💚
📞 Samaritans: 116 123
💬 Mind: 0300 123 3393
🌱 Gloucestershire Wellbeing Line: 0800 073 2200

05/10/2025

👵👴 It’s Grandparents Day 💕
A perfect day to celebrate those who make our lives richer with stories, warmth, and wisdom.

❤️ Celebrate the bond that spans generations

01/10/2025

🇳🇬 Nigeria Independence Day celebrations Park View!
Today, staff and residents came together to mark this special day with joy, colour, and community.

We shared delicious party food (zobo drink, puff puffs, plantain chips, and chin chin), staff wore party outfits, and we created decorations to bring the spirit of the day alive. It was also a chance to learn more about the significance of Nigeria’s Independence Day, and most importantly, to celebrate together.

Thank you to our team for making it such a happy occasion 💚🤍💚

29/09/2025

💚 A massive THANK YOU to everyone who supported our Macmillan Coffee Morning!

With your generosity, we raised £150 in cash (and more via online donations) for
Macmillan Cancer Support 🎉☕🍰

It was a lovely morning full of cakes, laughter, and community spirit. We’re so grateful to everyone who baked, donated, or came along to join us.

Together, we’ve helped make a difference 💚