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Newmarket care home hosts sports day for local community
On Wednesday 24th July, from 2pm-6pm, Care UK’s Kentford Manor, on Jeddah Way, will be bringing Paris to Newmarket as it opens its doors for local people to enjoy their own version of the Games.
The event comes as Kentford Manor joins The Big Care UK Sports Day, which sees over 130 Care UK homes across the UK host sports days for the local community and showcase what life in a care home is really like.
Guests can soak up the sporting atmosphere and, for those daring to compete, have the chance to win their own gold medals with an afternoon of fun and games, including egg-and-spoon races, tug of war and knockout tennis tournaments. This will be followed by a traditional summer barbecue cooked by the home’s talented Head Chef,
Katrina Rayment, General Manager at Kentford Manor, said: “We’re delighted to be welcoming the local community to join our own sporting celebrations.
“We are part of a strong community here in Newmarket, and days like this are a fantastic way of bringing us all together for a little healthy competition and to celebrate this year’s summer of sport, all while showcasing exactly what life is like here at Kentford Manor.
“The day not only promises a lot of laughter and enjoyment for all involved, but also is an excellent way for residents to meet and mingle with lots of new faces – and some familiar ones – while keeping active. We can’t wait until kick-off!”
The event comes as Kentford Manor joins The Big Care UK Sports Day, which sees over 130 Care UK homes across the UK host sports days for the local community and showcase what life in a care home is really like.
Guests can soak up the sporting atmosphere and, for those daring to compete, have the chance to win their own gold medals with an afternoon of fun and games, including egg-and-spoon races, tug of war and knockout tennis tournaments. This will be followed by a traditional summer barbecue cooked by the home’s talented Head Chef,
Katrina Rayment, General Manager at Kentford Manor, said: “We’re delighted to be welcoming the local community to join our own sporting celebrations.
“We are part of a strong community here in Newmarket, and days like this are a fantastic way of bringing us all together for a little healthy competition and to celebrate this year’s summer of sport, all while showcasing exactly what life is like here at Kentford Manor.
“The day not only promises a lot of laughter and enjoyment for all involved, but also is an excellent way for residents to meet and mingle with lots of new faces – and some familiar ones – while keeping active. We can’t wait until kick-off!”
Jeddah Way, Kennett, Kentford, Newmarket, Suffolk CB8 8JY
Wed 24 July