Princess Anne visits Horsfall House as part of anniversary

Horsfall House celebrated its 30th anniversary on Monday with a visit from its patron. 

The occasion marked three decades of service to its elderly residents, Day Centre and Home Care clients and the wider community.

As part of the day’s festivities, HRH officially renamed the General Unit to the Gatcombe Unit, in honour of her longstanding connection to Horsfall House and the local area.

(Image: Gill Thomas (Mouse About Town)) Following the renaming ceremony, Princess Anne spent time visiting residents and clients, engaging in conversations and learning more about their experiences.

Her visit brought great joy to both staff and residents. 

Since its establishment in 1994, Horsfall House has provided personalised care for those living with physical infirmities, dementia, and severe memory issues in the Minchinhampton area and beyond. 

Over the years, the not-for-profit organisation has expanded its services to include its Day Centre and Home Care service, as well as offering palliative care, respite, and short breaks, to meet the evolving needs of the local community.

Nicola Priest, operations director at Horsfall House said: "We are incredibly proud to have reached this significant milestone.

"Our success over the past three decades would not have been possible without the dedication of our staff, the trust of our residents and their families, and the invaluable support of our volunteers.

"The royal visit by Princess Anne is a fitting tribute to everyone who has been part of this journey."

The anniversary celebration featured a reflection on key milestones, heartwarming stories from residents and staff, and a showcase of Horsfall House’s vision for the future of elderly care.