A CARE home resident in Wilton received a beautiful bouquet of flowers at her surprise birthday party.

Iris was the centre of attention as her family, friends and staff joined her in toasting the special day as she celebrated her 102nd birthday at Wilton Place Care Home.

The surprise party was planned by Iris’ daughter Liz.

The home’s head chef Hayley Dibden provided a delicious buffet for all to enjoy and local entertainer Nigel Revill provided a calming atmosphere while singing popular songs and playing his guitar.

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The care home pulled out all the stops for Iris’ special day Picture: Wilton Place Care Home

Antoinette Roberts, general manager of Barchester Wilton Place Care Home said: “We’re delighted to be celebrating a truly remarkable woman.

“Iris is such a popular resident who always has an interesting tale to tell whilst drinking tea in the bistro.

Wilton Place Care Home provides residential and dementia care for 66 residents from respite care to long term stays.