A biker convoy visited a care home as part of a resident’s wish to relive her motorcycling days.
The visit took place at Care UK’s Barton Manor, on Barton Road, Wisbech, in honour of 85-year-old Judith Stannard, whose wish to reconnect with her motorbiking days formed part of the home’s Wishing Tree initiative.
The scheme is designed to help residents revisit old hobbies or try something new.
Andrea Layton, home manager at Barton Manor, said: "We had a wonderful afternoon sharing Judith’s passion and learning more about her love of motorbikes.
"Our Wishing Tree initiative is a wonderful way for residents to share their ambitions and it’s hugely rewarding to be able to make these a reality.
"Judith speaks of her motorbike riding days often, so it was an incredibly special moment to see her face light up when she saw the club arrive.
"Reminiscence and helping to keep memories alive are so important in later life.
"Recreating this experience meant the world to Judith.
"It wasn’t just about the motorbikes but also rekindling cherished memories, feeling the excitement and reliving a little piece of her youth."
In her younger years, Ms Stannard was the only woman in her motorbike club and rode a BSA motorbike.
She recalled: "I was a bugger, I didn’t care."
On the day of the visit, five motorbikes—including choppers and a Harley Davidson—arrived at the care home, ridden by members of The National Chopper Club from Norfolk.
The convoy brought back fond memories for Ms Stannard, who said: "I loved it – my favourite part was the smell of the bikes as they drove in.
"They were all such wonderful people."
Barton Manor is a care home offering residential and dementia care, with amenities including a café, cinema, and hair salon.
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