A friendly host’s guide
A clear running order, opening words and simple ways to shorten the session or change the pace.
GOOD COMPANY. A LITTLE LESS PLANNING.
A lovely afternoon.
Already planned.
Ready-to-run British activity sessions for care homes and retirement clubs. Quizzes, conversation and group games, all in one easy PDF.
No card. No sign-up. Just open, print and enjoy.
35–45 minutes, or dip in Large-print handouts
Written for adultsFamiliar UK themesFlexible, welcoming activitiesEverything in one place
OPEN THE PACK. START THE CONVERSATION.
A session you can actually use.
Spend your time with the group. Each pack gives you the words, the questions and the handouts to get going.
Questions that spark stories
A ten-question quiz with answers, optional clues and conversation prompts. Joining in is always a choice.
A game for the whole group
Cooperative activities and generous large-print pages, ready to read aloud, print or share on a screen.
A COMPLETE FREE SESSION
Fish and chips.
Deckchairs. Tall stories.
Take a trip to the seaside without leaving the room. Try the full session with your group and see whether it feels right for you.
Open the seaside sessionAFTERNOON MADE · SEASIDE SESSION
Let’s get talking.
“If we could spend an afternoon by the sea, what would you choose to do?”
There’s no right answer. Everyone can pass.FOUR FRESH AFTERNOONS, EVERY MONTH
A little inspiration.
A very simple membership.
One venue, one subscription. Share the packs with your own team and use them as often as you like at that venue.
- Four complete themed sessions each month
- Printable PDFs and clear host instructions
- British places, everyday life and shared interests
- Cancel before the next monthly renewal
The old high streetGardens & countrysideOn the airAutumn afternoons
A FEW USEFUL DETAILS
Made to fit your afternoon.
Do we need special equipment?
Just a way to open a PDF. Read from a laptop or tablet, print the handouts, or show pages on a larger screen. A printer is optional.
Is this a live session or an entertainer booking?
These are digital activity packs for your own staff or volunteers to host. No live presenter or visiting entertainer is included.
Can people join in without writing or keeping score?
Yes. Read the questions aloud and work together. Scoring is optional, and every activity can be shortened or skipped. Your team can choose what suits the people in the room.
Are the packs suitable for every resident?
They are general adult leisure resources. Hosts should choose and adapt activities for their group’s interests and needs. They are not clinical programmes or a substitute for individual care planning.
Can our whole care group use one membership?
The £12 membership is for one venue and its staff. For several homes, email Alex at alex@bidcairn.co.uk and tell us how many venues you would like to include.