On Thursday 6th August from 2pm-4pm, Care UK’s Garth House will open its doors to families and neighbours for a food festival, inviting guests to tuck in and celebrate the nation’s shared love of great cuisine, community and connection.   Visitors to the Tower Hill Road home will be taken on a trip down memory lane at a vibrant 1960s-themed celebration, complete with live entertainment from local singer, Sarah Parker.   Embracing the spirit of the decade, residents have been busy creating colourful floral bunting and reminiscing about their favourite dishes and drinks from the era, many of which will be featured on the event menu – from leek and potato soup to a selection of sandwiches and finger food, as well as mini trifles, cakes and tarts. With ingredients sourced from local businesses, the celebration will not only honour residents' heritage but also celebrate the best of the Dorking community.   The event is part of the ‘A Taste of Home’ initiative, which will see all Care UK homes host foodie-themed celebrations and showcase what life in a care home is really like.   Each festival will showcase sustainable, community-focused initiatives while celebrating the diversity and creativity within the homes, from residents’ favourite recipes and traditional dishes to seasonal menus featuring locally sourced ingredients.   Sheena Agil, Home Manager at Garth House, said: “We’re delighted to be welcoming the local community to our very own food festival!   “We are part of a strong community here in Dorking, and days like this are a wonderful way of bringing people together to celebrate our shared love of food, while giving residents the opportunity to share their favourite recipes and traditions with younger generations.   “The day not only promises a lot of laughter, but it is also an excellent way for residents to meet and mingle with lots of new faces – and some familiar ones. We can’t wait to welcome everyone through the doors.”   To find out more about A Taste of Home, please visit: careuk.com/A-taste-of-home   Garth House, operated by Care UK, is a care home that provides full-time residential, nursing and dementia care, as well as short-term respite care. Garth House has been designed to enable residents to lead active and fulfilling lives while also promoting independence.   For more information on Garth House and to book your place at the event, please contact Home Manager Sheena Agil on 01306 880511, email manager.garth@ariacare.co.uk  or visit careuk.com/garth-house-dorking.