Jean Forrester
The ladies and gents enjoyed a wonderful performance by Jean Forrester on Wednesday 13th March singing lovely songs for all to join in.
Mother’s Day
The ladies at Hewlett Court had a wonderful day on Mothers Day! All the ladies were gifted chocolate lollies, they then had a pamper session this morning from General Assistant Robyn. Robyn painted the ladies nails whilst they sipped Prosecco. After lunch they all...
Katie Fiddlesticks
The ladies and gents had the pleasure of listening to the harmonious music played by Katie Fiddlesticks on Friday 8th March. A lovely afternoon was had by all.
Blinda’s Bits & Bobs Sale
The ladies and gents enjoyed an in-house shop on Tuesday 5th March. There were lots of goodies for everyone to browse and purchase.
MMB Falconry
What a fabulous morning the ladies, gents and staff had on Monday 4th March. It’s not every day you get to be up close and personal and hold beautiful animals. Beth from MMB Falconry came with 3 of her beautiful owls including Sal the barn owl and Pepper the little...
Last year it was so good we did it again!
After the success of last year’s Christmas trip to the pantomime at the Opera House and celebration meal at Manchester Hall, the YPC decided to repeat the experience. The same cast of Jason Mansford, Jack, and Ben Nickless, Simple Simon, in this year’s production of...
Poppy Holiday
On Tuesday 27th February, the ladies and gents enjoyed a visit from the Poppy Holiday. Everyone loved singing along with Poppy and even the staff got involved. A fabulous afternoon was had by all.
Whist Club
At Hewlett Court we are always looking for new activities to keep everyone active whether that’s physically or mentally. In a recent residents meeting the ladies and gents put forward their ideas of what they wanted to do. Amongst the suggestions were a game of whist....
Valentine’s Day
The ladies and gents had a lovely day celebrating Valentine’s Day. Gifts of chocolates and love heart sweets were left on their tables for all to enjoy. We started the morning with a ‘Love’ themed quiz then after lunch we had a visit from singer Stevie G who serenaded...
Pancake Day!
The ladies and gents tucked in to pancakes for tea topped with a squeeze of lemon and a sprinkle of sugar, freshly made by cook Mary on Tuesday 13th February to celebrate Pancake Day. What a ‘flipping’ good tea it was!
Elizabeth’s New Wheelchair
It was my great pleasure to meet Elizabeth Johnson-McDonald aged 4 years, at the PGLEL Arcade evening in Bury on 21 January 2024. Elizabeth has a rare chromosome disorder which has resulted in her having a growth disorder, a hole in her heart, learning difficulties,...
Brass Band Concert
On Sunday 11th February, the members of Darley Lodge No 6531 invited the ladies and gents of Hewlett Court to their brass band concert. A fabulous time was had by all that attended listening to Besses o’th Barn brass band.

