Hallmark Luxury Care Homes has opened a £23 million 80-bed, residential, dementia and nursing home in Bath.

Midford Manor features a cinema, café, hair salon and gym supported by an in-house physiotherapist.

Other features at the home include a sensory room to support residents living with dementia, a craft room, and celebrations area which will be used for family gatherings and special events.

Outside there is a summer house, gardening club area with raised planters, and a play area to be used by visiting grandchildren and St Martin’s Garden Primary School next door.

The home also features with 14 luxurious suites, an offering Hallmark calls The Residences, where residents have access to a premium suite with a kitchenette, and exclusive amenities, such as a cocktail bar, fine dining restaurant with a grand piano and nearby finishing kitchen and concierge services.

More than 100 guests, including the Mayor of Bath councillor Dine Romero, were invited to the official opening. The afternoon event was concluded by speeches and a performance from a string quartet.

Hallmark Midford Manor’s commissioning manager Jenny Mann said: “We had a fabulous time, introducing our new home to the Bath community and 80 dedicated team members, who are passionate about supporting residents to thrive in later life.

“Much thought and consideration has gone into Midford 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.”

Hallmark Luxury Care Homes managing director at Aneurin Brown added: “I am so proud to be part of the team who have grouped together and have made Midford Manor, the beautiful home that it is today. We are looking forward to making Midford Manor a part of the community whilst continuing to build on our reputation of providing 26 years of industry-leading care.”