RESIDENTS at a care home in Wilton went on an afternoon outing to visit their local Italianate church.

The residents at Wilton Place Care Home headed down last Wednesday (August 6) to the Grade I listed St Mary and St Nicholas church in Wilton and were greeted by a volunteer, Sam, who gave a detailed tour of the church.

A care home spokesperson said there was a sense of calm in the air as residents lit candles and said prayers.

To cap the trip off, residents sat in the sunshine outside the local community centre and Fiona Long, the home’s activity coordinator, treated the residents to delicious freshly baked cheese straws from Reeves bakery.

Gill, a resident at Wilton Place, said: “This was my first minibus trip and I was feeling a little bit nervous, but I had a wonderful time. I want to thank Fiona and Shauna for a lovely afternoon and will look forward to going out on more trips.”

Antoinette Roberts, general manager at Wilton Place, said: “It is important that we support our residents’ religious beliefs; we are inclusive and supportive to all. It is also lovely to see our residents try new activities and grow in confidence.

“Our activities team take great pride in providing fulfilling and life-enriching activities and are always open to new suggestions.”