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The meditative charms of origami
For those of us of a certain age, ‘origami’ means a gentle, easy-to-watch television programme of the late 1960s and early ’70s presented by its genial host – the magician/illusionist, Robert Harbin….
Summer’s last hurrah
As last of the season’s sunny weather hung around just long enough for an Indian summer, we were fortunate enough to hold our first barbecue for two years. After more than 18…
‘Relax and rejuvenate’ craft sessions
I’m sure we can all appreciate a relaxing hot bath; it’s a chance to soak away the troubles of the day and soothe aching muscles in a haze of bubbles. But get…
Nature’s Bounty
Despite being native throughout western Atlantic Europe, Hyacinthoides non-scripta or – more commonly – the bluebell is an annual spring favourite in British woodlands, where between 25-50% of all common bluebells can…
Red Nose Day Fun!
This year’s event aimed to harness the power of laughter to get us through tough times which is just of course, IS what everyone needs right now in hopefully, the final stages…
Stepping out into the light
It certainly feels like it has been a long winter – overshadowed, of course, by the restrictions placed on us all by the national coronavirus lockdown. But behind the scenes, here at…
Sharing some good news: Coronavirus update
Well, what a year it has been since that first lockdown of March 2020. The country has been gripped in fear, taken prisoner by an invisible enemy. But, at last − at…
The Old Rectory Virtual Tour
Please see below our virtual tour of The Old Rectory. Due to current COVID restrictions, this enables you to experience a tour of our nursing home in the comfort of your own…
Behind the scenes: An ongoing series of glimpses into everyday life at The Clavadel
Profile of Helen Collier, Physiotherapy Clinical Lead In the second in our series of ‘behind the scenes’ interviews, we spoke to Helen Collier – clinical lead of our physiotherapy department. Helen −…
Pride in professionalism: A message of thanks
Dear All, As I am sure we can all agree, these past months have been extraordinary times to be living through. People the world over have, by necessity, become accustomed to adopting…
The Spirit of the Age
At 11am on Friday 8th of May 2020 Britain fell silent in recognition of the 75th anniversary of VE Day 1945 – the day Germany made its unconditional surrender to the Allies…
Virtual Tour of The Clavadel
Please see below our virtual tour of The Clavadel. Due to current COVID restrictions, this enables you to experience a tour of our post operative rehabilitation facility in the comfort of your…
2020, THE YEAR OF THE RAT HAPPY (CHINESE NEW YEAR) Xīnnián kuàilè 新年快樂
New Year is the most important occasion in the Chinese calendar and one we decided was well worth celebrating. Each year is named after one of the twelve signs in the Chinese…
Feathered Friends
The majestic display made by birds of prey – swooping and diving in pursuit of their quarry – is a truly arresting sight to behold, yet it’s one rarely seen outside of…
Thirty years of happy memories
It seems had to believe, but on September 9, The Old Rectory celebrated its pearl anniversary; yes, 30 years of serving the good people of Surrey with exemplary healthcare in our own…