With festival season officially under way, a care home in Whitby is welcoming the community for a fun-filled day of food and celebration.

On Friday 31st July from 12pm, Care UK’s The Mayfield will open its doors to families and neighbours for a rodeo themed food festival, inviting guests to tuck in and celebrate the nation’s shared love of great cuisine, community and connection.

Visitors to the High Stakesby Road home can look forward to a delicious hog roast, specially prepared by the home’s head chef, while tapping their toes to a country music set from local singer Claire Louise.

There will also be plenty of classic fair favourites, including western-themed games, a tombola and a raffle, with fantastic prizes up for grabs. All proceeds from the day will be donated to Bradley Lowery Foundation, which supports families fundraising for treatment or equipment.

Resident Martin Mason said “I am really looking forward to the event, I think it’ll be interesting to see how good people are at the rodeo bull. Everyone has taken it to heart!”

The event is part of the ‘A Taste of Home’ initiative, which will see Care UK homes across the country 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.

Natalie Gill, Home Manager at The Mayfield, 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 Whitby, 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 and raise funds for a good cause.

“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

The Mayfield provides residential and dementia care, as well as short-term respite care. Designed to enable residents to lead active and fulfilled lives, while also promoting independence, the home incorporates plenty of space for leisure activities and hobbies. The building includes its own cinema, café and hair and beauty salon, and the team’s focus on ‘meaningful lifestyles’ ensures residents can enjoy engaging activities tailored to their hobbies and daily routines.

For more information about The Mayfield and to book your place at the event, please email reception@themayfield.co.uk call 01947 340 314 or visit careuk.com/the-mayfield