Minibus Trips

Our home has regular access to one of our four modern and well-equipped minibuses.  The professional drivers liaise with the Companionship Team and residents to understand their preferences and provide access through half-day or full-day trips, getting out and about to enjoy the local sights, often taking packed-lunches, snacks, hot coffee and tea.

A Great Way to Maintain Dignity & Independence

Getting out and about is a necessity for us all, both in terms of mental and physical health.

Popular with many residents, our home offers regular minibus outings into the surrounding area where a variety of trips are organised by our Companionship Team, providing the opportunity to visit and explore new places.

These trips are a great chance to get out and enjoy some of the wonderful places that the local area has to offer.

Building Friendships & Sharing Experiences

Minibus trips are a great way to connect with fellow residents, building friendships over shared experiences and adventures.

Whether it’s a trip to the local pub, a visit to the seaside for fish and chips, or a day out taking in a majestic cathedral, connection to life outside the home is a vital part of day-to-day life for our residents.

“They have taken the pressure off the family and given dad the best care he could have.” – A N, Son of resident at The Aldbury

Wish you were here!

Enjoy a selection of snaps from minibus outings across the Colten Care family of care homes.
See if you can spot the residents and Companions of The Aldbury!

A local knit and natter group knitted gifts for our residents at The Aldbury

A local knit and natter group knitted gifts for our residents at The Aldbury

Enid and Jeans first minibus trip of 2024

Enid and Jeans first minibus trip of 2024

Residents enjoying an afternoon at the pub

Residents enjoying an afternoon at the pub

Ronald and Enid enjoying the views at Lake Pier

Ronald and Enid enjoying the views at Lake Pier

Frank having a stroll along the beach

Frank having a stroll along the beach

Residents took a trip to see Cinderella

Residents took a trip to see Cinderella

Brian and Howard admiring the views at Wareham Quay

Brian and Howard admiring the views at Wareham Quay

Joyce keeping warm on the bus at Knolton Church

Joyce keeping warm on the bus at Knolton Church

Ice creams at Wareham Quay

Ice creams at Wareham Quay

Keep exploring

Nutritious Mealtimes

Food and drink are critical to our well-being in so many ways. Our chef will provide a diet that is not only full of choice, but is also wholesome, nutritious, well-balanced and right for our residents.

Female resident being served a meal

Hobbies & Interests

We understand that staying physically and mentally active can have a profound effect on our wellbeing. Our home has a dedicated Companionship Team whose role within the home is to plan, organise and deliver an exciting and engaging programme of activities specifically tailored to the wishes of residents be that in large groups, small groups or simply one on one time.

Music & Arts

Music and the arts play an important and powerful part in all our lives. Whether it be through music, movement, storytelling, singing, drama, reading or writing poetry,  our home offers each resident the opportunity to explore the many ways in which music and creative arts can enrich their wellbeing.

Your Garden

Many of our residents have enjoyed a love of gardens and gardening throughout their lives. To ensure this passion continues, we strive to make our outdoor living spaces accessible, interactive and stimulating and encourage residents to take a keen interest in the gardens.

Housekeeping & Maintenance

We take care of the daily housekeeping and maintenance responsibilities so our residents don’t have to. Feeling warm and safe in our homes and having peace of mind are just two of the benefits our residents enjoy from the personally tailored care we provide.

We’re Here For You

Whether you’d like an initial chat about the care we provide, you have a question about our all-inclusive fees, or you’d like more information about our beautiful home, we’re here to help.