Sparkling connections at Bartlett’s care home 

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October 12, 2025

A sparkling new chapter brings connection, wellbeing and community to later life… Let’s raise a glass to Bartlett’s Residential Care Home’s new vineyard!  

Set in the heart of the Bucks countryside, the Bartlett’s Residential Care Home team have embarked on an exciting new chapter – their own vineyard. 

More than 4,000 Pinot Noir and Chardonnay vines were recently planted on the edge of the Chiltern Hills, an area with soils remarkably similar to those of the Champagne region in France. In just a few years, the Bartlett’s team hope to produce their first bottles of English sparkling wine, grown and made on-site. 

What makes this project so special is the role residents play in the journey. From touring the vines by golf buggy to helping select new shoots, the vineyard is designed to be an active part of daily life. 

For many, the benefits of purposeful activity in nature are profound. Studies show that time outdoors, working with plants and sharing in seasonal tasks, can improve wellbeing and provide a strong sense of achievement. This is particularly valuable for those living with dementia, where moments of purpose, connection and familiarity can bring joy and reassurance. 

The vineyard also represents something wider: a commitment to enriching later life with unique experiences, rooted in community and nature. For residents, families and staff, it’s already a place to relax, socialise, and be part of something enduring. 

Bartlett’s Residential Care Home, Portway Road, Stone, HP17 8RP. 

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