The outing was part of the care home's commitment to enriching the lives of its residents through community engagement and historical reflection. Several residents, some of whom are veterans or grew up during wartime Britain, enjoyed guided tours of the museum’s wartime exhibits and shared personal stories.
The museum staff welcomed the group with a warm reception, providing wartime music, refreshments, and an opportunity to view authentic aircraft and artefacts from the era.
Jilu Stephens, Manager at Edingley Lodge Care Home, said:
"It was an emotional and uplifting day for our residents. Many of them have powerful memories of VE Day and the war years, and being able to mark the anniversary in such a historic setting brought those stories to life. We are grateful to the Newark Air Museum for helping to make this possible."
The trip forms part of the care home's wider programme of remembrance and intergenerational learning, designed to keep history alive and foster a strong sense of community connection.
Edingley Lodge Care Home is run by Barchester Healthcare, one of the UK’s largest care providers, which is committed to delivering high-quality care across its care homes and hospitals. Edingley provides residential care and respite care.
