Barchester Healthcare staff cycle across 14 care homes for charity

Barchester Healthcare staff have completed a charity cycling challenge for the third consecutive year.

This time, participants travelled from Johnstown in Carmarthen to Wallingford in Oxfordshire, with the aim of raising funds for Barchester’s Charitable Foundation.

The foundation supports older adults and those living with disabilities or mental health issues, helping them build connections within their communities.

The cycling challenge took place over four days, from June 18 to 21.

The Barchester team cycled more than 200 miles, stopping at 14 care homes in Barchester’s Central division for rest and refuelling.

On June 21, the cycle tour stopped at White Lodge in Swindon at 10am, where the participants were greeted by staff and residents.

They were treated to a fruit platter and a buffet before continuing their ride.

Ramona, general manager at the White Lodge, said: "It was a wonderful sight to see the cyclists arriving at our home, they are absolutely amazing – what a fantastic effort.

"It was lovely to be able to give them some refreshments and a bit of a pit stop before they carried on their way.

"Our staff and residents loved helping them fundraise for Barchester’s Charitable Foundation which does such brilliant work helping to connect vulnerable people with their local communities."

Barchester Healthcare is one of the UK’s largest care providers, reputed for providing high-quality care across its care homes and hospitals.