On Tuesday 20th October from 2pm–4pm, Care UK’s Oxbow Manor, on Oteley Road, will open its doors to families, friends and neighbours for a board game café to reignite the magic of games nights this autumn.

Throughout the afternoon, residents and guests can enjoy playing traditional games such as Monopoly, chess and draughts against each other while tucking into refreshments, including freshly baked goods.

The event is part of Care UK’s ‘Bored Games’ initiative – a nationwide campaign intended to revive the magic of family and community games nights. At a time when social media and online gaming have transformed how people spend their leisure time, the initiative is celebrating the simple joys of spending time together playing traditional board games and the memories they can create.

From community events to intergenerational activities, care homes across the UK are championing togetherness and reconnecting residents with activities that shaped their younger years.

Michelle Maidan, Home Manager at Oxbow Manor, said: “We are delighted to be inviting the local community to join us for our gaming event and share in an afternoon of fun, laughter and friendly competition.  

“Here at Oxbow Manor, we’re proud to be part of the Shrewsbury community, and events like this are a fantastic way of uniting people of all ages. Traditional board games have a wonderful way of sparking conversations and bringing back treasured memories, and we’re looking forward to seeing residents share stories from games nights they enjoyed when they were younger.

“Whether you’re a board game enthusiast or simply looking for a fun afternoon out, we’d love for as many people to join us as possible. We can’t wait to welcome everyone through our doors and see who will come out on top!”

To find out more about Bored Games, please visit careuk.com/company/care-uk-campaigns/bored-games.

Oxbow Manor is a state-of-the-art care home that provides full-time residential, nursing and dementia care, as well as short-term respite care. It has been designed to promote independence and there is plenty of space – both indoors and out – for relaxation and recreation.

To find out more about Oxbow Manor, please contact Customer Relations Manager Ann Rose on 01743 598 505, email ann.rose@careuk.com or visit careuk.com/oxbow-manor