Over 150 guests, including Mayor Councillor Candy Vaughan, were invited to the official opening of Hallmark Luxury Care Homes’ Hallmark Willingdon Park Manor in Eastbourne yesterday.

The new generation luxury care home, which follows the launch of Hallmark’s Midford Manor in Bath in February, features a cinema, café, hair salon, cocktail bar and nine-suite retirement living offering called The Residences.

General manager Ian Cole said: “We had a fabulous time, introducing our new home to the Eastbourne community and 90 dedicated team members, who are passionate about supporting residents to thrive in later life.

“Much thought and consideration has gone into Willingdon Park Manor to help residents live active, independent and fulfilled lives, we have lots of spaces residents and their loved ones can enjoy quality time together and make new memories.

“We are excited to see what the future holds for Willingdon Park Manor and we would like to thank the local community for the incredible, warm welcome we have received to date.”

Managing director at Hallmark Luxury Care Homes, Aneurin Brown, added: “It’s been an exciting but busy few months for Hallmark with two new sites acquired, and the official launch of Midford Manor, our new home in Bath.

“I am incredibly proud of the team who have made Willingdon Park Manor, the beautiful home that it is today.

“My role now is to provide unwavering support to our teams as they manage the home and deliver exceptional care to residents. I have full confidence in their abilities and we are looking forward to build on our reputation of providing 26 years of industry-leading care.”