We’re thrilled to announce the grand opening of our latest addition to the Hallmark family: Willingdon Park Manor, nestled in the heart of Eastbourne, East Sussex. This luxurious care home marks our 22nd home and features a cinema, café, hair salon and it’s very own cocktail bar.

Over 150 guests, including the Mayor Councillor Candy Vaughan, were invited to experience Hallmark Willingdon Park Manor, a new, 85 bed, residential, dementia and nursing home on Kings Drive.

Local businesses and care professionals alike were encouraged to tickle their tastebuds, enjoy demonstrations from some of the home’s 90 new team members and view their facilities which include nine luxurious suites, which form part of a unique retirement living offering called The Residences.

Residents who live at The Residences have access to a premium suite with a kitchenette, and exclusive amenities, such as a celebrations area and terrace, fine dining and concierge services.

Other features at the home include; a sensory room to support residents living with dementia, an activities room with a baby grand piano, and a winter and summer terrace which will be used for gardening, bird watching and socialising.

Meanwhile outside there is a summer house, gardening club area with raised planters, and a courtyard which supports alfresco dining in the warmer months.

The afternoon event was concluded by speeches and musical entertainment from a harpist, and the Download choir.

General Manager at Hallmark Willingdon Park Manor, Ian Cole said:

“We had a fabulous time, introducing our new home to the Eastbourne community and 90 dedicated team members, who are passionate about supporting residents to thrive in later life.

“Much thought and consideration has gone into Willingdon Park Manor to help residents live active, independent and fulfilled lives, we have lots of spaces residents and their loved ones can enjoy quality time together and make new memories.

“We are excited to see what the future holds for Willingdon Park Manor and we would like to thank the local community for the incredible, warm welcome we have received to date.”

The Mayor of Eastbourne, Councillor Candy Vaughan added: “This was the first time I’ve been in a Hallmark home, and I thoroughly enjoyed the hospitality and the tour. The home is going to be a wonderful community care home, the quality and space is fantastic.”