Fish, chips & friendship: Aylesbury care home serves up traditional Friday treat to locals

The event is designed to combat social isolation by bringing people together over a "Great British" classic.

placeholder image — The event is designed to combat social isolation by bringing people together over a "Great British" classic.

A newly built Aylesbury care home is calling on the community to beat the winter blues, inviting locals aged 55 and over to join them following the launch of a new ‘Fish & Chips Friday’ initiative.

Aston Manor Care Home, operated by Harrington Care Homes, opened its doors to establish itself as a true community hub, offering the locals a cosy space, a hot meal and the chance to forge new friendships.

Following a successful festive season where the home hosted a community Christmas event filled with music and merriment, the team is keen to keep the community spirit alive in 2026. The home aims to host the event monthly to provide a consistent warm space to chat.

The event is designed to combat social isolation by bringing people together over a "Great British" classic. With Age UK figures predicting that two million over-50s would be experiencing loneliness by this year, the home is keen to offer a consistent solution. Visitors are welcomed into the home’s social spaces, which include purpose-built lounge and café areas, to enjoy their lunch alongside current residents.

Aston Manor Care Home is calling on the community to beat the winter blues, inviting locals aged 55 and over to join them following the launch of a new ‘Fish & Chips Friday’ initiative.

Rex Pudol, Home Manager at Aston Manor, said: “It was just wonderful to see the home filled with so much spirit during our Christmas event, and we want to ensure that connection with the Aylesbury community continues year-round.

“We know that January and February can be quiet months for many, so we wanted to create a reason for our neighbours over 55 to get out of the house. Aston Manor is about more than just care; it’s about creating special moments and strengthening connections. There is no better way to break the ice than over a plate of fish and chips.”

Since opening its doors recently, Aston Manor has focused heavily on enrichment and wellbeing. Looking ahead to the rest of 2026, the home is launching several community-led experiences, including a ‘Memory Matinee’ for cinema lovers and a ‘Remembrance Cafe’ to support those living with dementia.

To reserve your place at the next Fish & Chips Friday on February 27th, call 01296 203040.

For more information on Aston Manor and its facilities, visit: harringtoncarehomes.com/care-homes/aylesbury.