by Louise Claffey | Jun 10, 2018 | Events
Following a generous donation made by Mark and Joanne in memory of Anne, Fernlea invited Animal Magic back along with a number of other... read more
by Louise Claffey | May 29, 2018 | Events
Fernlea welcomed Hartbeeps Baby Group for an inter-generational group activity. Hartbeeps joined Fernlea residents for a drink and playtime. The activities were thoroughly enjoyed by residents. All money made was donated to Ollies Army: a charity dedicated to raising awareness for Battens Disease... read more
by Louise Claffey | May 19, 2018 | Events
Everyone at Fernlea thoroughly enjoyed the royal wedding celebrations. The ceremony watching was followed by a lovely afternoon tea in the sunshine.... read more
by Louise Claffey | Apr 7, 2018 | Events
Thank you to everyone who supported and participated in our Stand Up To Cancer Bake Off, over £140 was raised for this wonderful charity. The residents and visitors decided the best bakers award should go to Elisa and Ellen for their rainbow unicorn. Thank you to Peter Herds Cakes for their donation. Residents and visitors thoroughly enjoyed the... read more
by Louise Claffey | Mar 26, 2018 | Events
On Saturday 7th April, 2pm-4pm, we will be holding a ‘Bake Off’ fundraiser for Stand Up To Cancer!!! We will be selling cakes and coffee galore!! If you’re in the baking spirit, on the day we will also be having a ‘Wackiest Cake Competition’ which will be judged bake off style If you would like to donate a cake, or join in with our wackiest cake competition, please bring in your cake before 2pm on Saturday... read more
by Louise Claffey | Feb 15, 2018 | Events
Fernlea decorated the building with hearts to celebrate Valentines Day. The day came to a wonderful end with an Italian themed... read more
by Louise Claffey | Feb 15, 2018 | News
Fernlea recently had their unannounced Environmental Health Inspection and we are pleased to say they retained their five star rating. Well done to all of the team at Fernlea. read more
by Louise Claffey | Feb 13, 2018 | Events
Alice was born on 13/02/1915 in Patricroft, Manchester to proud parents Elizabeth and Charles Wilson, she has an older sister, Muriel, and a younger brother, John. This year Alice is celebrating her 103rd Birthday! She remembers having a lovely childhood despite the experience of major historical events, including 2 world wars. She was only a baby during World War 1, but remembers vividly World War 2 when she lived in Barrow and was signed up for “War work”. In her early twenties she married John Ramsbottom, known as Jack at St Cuthberts Church. Two daughters Judith Helen and Kathryn Gill soon made the family complete. Growing up, Alice thoroughly enjoyed reading in her spare time, which was a rare occasion, as she also had a passion and talent for amateur dramatics alongside a love for ballroom dancing. Alice also had a secret passion for motorbikes and, unbeknown to her parents, often went pillion riding with her friends. She says if she could still get on a motorbike, she would love to have another go. Alice and her family enjoyed holidays as often as possible in different areas, including France, Switzerland, Scotland, Wales and in Alice’s words the posh part of Blackpool (St Annes). Alice and her siblings were all teachers. Alice did teacher training in Ripon, then went on to teach in Ripon, Yorkshire, followed by teaching in Barrow in Furness, then St Georges in Stockport as a primary teacher eventually progressing on to be Head Mistress. St Georges school have arranged to surprise Alice by visiting Fernlea and singing for her on her birthday. A party has been... read more
by Louise Claffey | Jan 1, 2018 | Events
Happy New Year to all our residents, visitors and staff. We hope that 2018 is a wonderful year for everyone! read more
by Louise Claffey | Aug 10, 2017 | Events
Fernlea is holding their annual summer fair on the 19th August! The fair will be held from 2pm-4pm. Everyone is invited to come and have a drink, enjoy some cakes and have some... read more
