IN A vibrant celebration of Scottish culture and tradition, a care home in Basingstoke celebrated Burns night with a variety of activities to suit all.
Located on Worting Road, Ashcombe House became a hub of Scottish spirit as residents donned kilts, sporrans, and Tam o' shanters, immersing themselves in the essence of the occasion.
Burns Night, a cherished annual event, pays homage to the legendary Scottish poet Robert Burns, celebrated on or around his birthday, January 25.
The highlight of the evening was the ceremonial address to the haggis, the revered dish known as the 'Great chieftain O' the pudding race'.
Residents gathered to witness this time-honoured tradition with reverence and enthusiasm, showcasing their appreciation for Scottish heritage.
Ashcombe House general manager thought it was a perfect occasion to celebrate an evening steeped in age-old tradition.
Louise said: “Burns Night is always a fantastic event at Ashcombe it’s so important to continue these traditions. Our residents enjoyed discovering how much, or in some cases how little we knew about Scotland before live singing performance by Dave Hudson in the lounge.”
Comments: Our rules
We want our comments to be a lively and valuable part of our community - a place where readers can debate and engage with the most important local issues. The ability to comment on our stories is a privilege, not a right, however, and that privilege may be withdrawn if it is abused or misused.
Please report any comments that break our rules.
Read the rules here