Residents at a Suffolk care home have been striking a pose for a photo shoot for their very own magazine.

Inspired by actress Miriam Margolyes who appeared on the front cover of Vogue magazine in July 2023 aged 82 years, the ‘Stowgue’ photo shoot was held at Stow Healthcare’s Manson House Care Home in Bury St Edmunds.

“We believe that every individual, regardless of age, deserves to feel celebrated and valued,” said Ruth French, operations director of Stow Healthcare.

“I saw Miriam’s Vogue cover last year and thought this is absolutely something our residents can replicate. We wanted to challenge preconceived notions about life in a care home and highlight the incredible stories and personalities that live with us.”

One of the residents at Manson House who took part in the project said: “It was a team effort for all of us, one of my friends here even let us borrow some of her accessories that matched our outfits. It was nice to see everyone dressed up. We are not just all sitting back and waiting to die, we are doing things!”

The hit event was covered by ITN News Anglia who shared a surprise message with staff and residents from Margolyes.

The project culminated with the ‘Stowgue’ Celebration event, where each resident was presented with a framed edition of their final front cover. Residents and staff gathered in a ‘catwalk style’ presentation, raising glasses of fizz to celebrate each other’s finished covers.