Tickford Abbey

17/01/2026

Over the last few days, residents have enjoyed a variety of activities including ball games, bingo, and word-based activities such as story writing, word searches, and puzzles. Residents also took part in a creative session making salt dough items, which will be painted. Throughout all activities, the warmth of care and engagement was evident.

15/01/2026

Small steps for a safer winter

Cold weather can bring extra challenges for older people – but a few simple, practical steps can make a real difference to comfort, confidence, and wellbeing.

Some of our key winter tips include:
• Keeping homes warm and well-ventilated
• Staying active indoors to support strength and balance
• Eating regular, nourishing meals and drinking plenty of fluids
• Making sure medications and prescriptions are topped up

For more on the everyday actions that help people stay well through winter and give families extra peace of mind, visit:
www.greensleeves.org.uk/how-to-stay-safer-in-winter-tips-for-older-people/

Up-to-date and tailored advice to keep well and safe during the colder months from a leading care charity in England.

12/01/2026

Over the past few days, residents have enjoyed a variety of engaging and meaningful activities. Flower arranging sessions encouraged creativity and conversation, while Beryl kindly led a church service that was warmly attended and appreciated. Arts and crafts focused on creating winter-warmth items.
An exercise class brought plenty of fun and laughter, helping everyone to keep fit, active, and in good spirits.

09/01/2026

Residents have been enjoying a busy and varied time, making fruit flapjacks, taking part in Space Talks, and having fun with Lucia Animal Farm. A favourite tipple at Tickford Abbey Arms, making it a lively and engaging period for everyone.🪐🐕🐓🐀😁

06/01/2026

Over the last few days, residents at Tickford Abbey have been busy enjoying a range of activities, including bingo, dominoes, arts and crafts with Judith our volunteer. bat-the-balloon fun,a lovely holy Communion with the ladies from the church,as well as taking down the Christmas decorations.🎈🎄🎾🎨

02/01/2026

𝐇𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐲 𝐍𝐞𝐰 𝐘𝐞𝐚𝐫 𝐟𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐆𝐫𝐞𝐞𝐧𝐬𝐥𝐞𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐬 𝐂𝐚𝐫𝐞 – a new year, and a gentle resolution

The new year often brings small resolutions – to learn something new, to feel more prepared, or to take better care of the people we love.

If thoughts about an older loved one have been quietly sitting with you, making 2026 the year you become care-wise doesn’t have to mean big decisions. It can start with understanding your options, having open conversations, and knowing where to turn for trusted advice.

Our free Warmth of Care resources are here to help you explore care at your own pace, whenever you’re ready.

👉 Start here: www.greensleeves.org.uk/WarmthOfCare

01/01/2026

Tickford Abbey would like to wish everyone a Happy New Year. We enjoyed a lovely lunch today, followed by activities that included looking back with love and bookmark making.🎊🎄🎉🧨






new year 2026

31/12/2025

Yesterday the residents enjoyed a lovely "Twix-mas" party. There was a quiz, a lovely buffet and some singing from the wonderful Avelia. The residents had a good sing along and even had a bit of a boogey.

So much fun, the room was filled with laughter.

30/12/2025

Residents enjoyed a lovely day creating scrapbooks filled with fun pictures, followed by a cosy minibus trip around Newport Pagnell to admire the Christmas lights.” ✨🎄






2025

25/12/2025

We had a wonderful Christmas Day at Tickford Abbey. The Mayor and Mayoress visited us and joined in the celebrations. Everyone enjoyed a delicious Christmas dinner, followed by carols, fun, and opening presents. The atmosphere was warm and joyful, and Santa even made an appearance It was a truly lovely day enjoyed by all.

24/12/2025

Tickford Abbey wishes a very Merry Christmas to one and all, filled with fun and laughter 🎄✨🧑‍🎄❄️🌟🧑‍🎄⛄️🌲

23/12/2025

The 5th Newport Pagnell Cubs made homemade Christmas cards for our residents. Thank you so much to everyone who took part — the residents truly appreciated them. A wonderful example of bringing the community together.






Newport Pagnell Cubs