Aria Care’s Belmont House Nursing Home in Sutton, South London won a group competition to create and host an outstanding tea party on the weekend of King Charles’s Coronation. On the menu were delights including the King’s Coronation quiche and a showstopper celebration cake.

To celebrate the win, staff and residents at Belmont House were treated to an exclusive afternoon tea, hosted by Aria Care’s executive team.

The executive team dressed in smart black and white attire to serve their guests, while the home was decorated to set the perfect ambiance. The food and beverages were prepared by the Aria Care catering team, which included homemade sausage rolls, canapes, pastries and cakes, as well as a range of modified foods for those with specific dietary requirements.

Arthur Tanare, home manager at Belmont House, said: “We are thrilled to have been named the winners of the coronation tea party competition. Our residents are at the heart of everything we do and we strive to provide them with the utmost care and comfort. This win is a testament to our commitment to top-tier hospitality and person-centred care and support for our residents.”

Caroline Roberts, chief executive of Aria Care Group, praised Belmont House’s commitment to fostering a culture of hospitality within the care home industry, adding: “Belmont House has set a remarkable example for other care homes. Their dedication to ensuring the happiness and well-being of their residents through excellent hospitality is truly inspiring.”