Her Majesty

The residents here at The Mountains have been paying tribute to The Queen on this sad day. They have all shared their thoughts and memories of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth ll.

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Garden Activities

Residents enjoyed turning boring brown flower pots into colourful and eye catching masterpieces. Some of the residents set about making sure our feathered friends will have food. So here they are, making bird feeders to be hung around the gardens. The residents will be looking out for fat little birds in the winter months, as…

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Canal Cruise

Residents and staff enjoyed a lovely time on the Monmouth and Brecon Canal at Goytre Wharf.It was a beautiful September morning when staff and residents took to the water on the narrowboats to be navigated through the beautiful, tranquil Monmouthshire countryside. During the trip on the canal, they were lucky enough to see plenty of…

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Wye Valley Falconry

Residents and staff were treated to a spectacular hour meeting some magnificent birds of prey. They came face to beak with owls and falcons, all of which were truly beautiful. Luke, their keeper, was informative and handled the birds very professionally. Residents were able to get up close to view the birds’ wonderful plumage and…

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Ross Rowing Club visit

John was delighted to visit Ross Rowing Club in the summer. Here, he met his family and watched his grandchildren row and train on the River Wye.What a lovely time he had. It was a beautiful sunny morning, and John had the perfect spot at the brand new club house, where he could enjoy a…

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Garden Party

Applewood hosted a garden party to raise funds for a dementia charity, and we raised approximately £150. Everyone enjoyed the cream tea and, of course, sitting in the sunshine.

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Lunch on the River Wye

Residents enjoyed a beautiful day out at Symonds Yat in August. We took advantage of the good weather and headed to the waterfront where Iris, Liz and David enjoyed a cold drink in the shade, followed by a tour of the maze. We did well to find the centre and make our way out in…

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Milkwood Mulcher’s Gardening Club🌱

Today our Residents wasted no time to get outside to their vegetables, together they harvested their potatoes and courgettes which they planted earlier in the year! The rest of the other vegetables are coming along nicely. 🥒🥕🍅🥔

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