Veterans join Brampton Care Home for emotional Armistice Service

Courageous members of the armed forces took part in a special Remembrance Day event at a local care home which stands on the site of RAF Brampton.

Veteran Paula Yorkston Toy, Home Manager at Montague House Care Home on Keeling Lane, welcomed fellow servicewomen and men to the service on Wednesday 11th November.

Residents gathered with members of the Royal British Legion, members of the community and loved ones at the home, which was decorated with a distinctive Remembrance display at its entrance.

Paula, who served in Prince Mary’s Royal Air Force Nursing Service, said: “It’s a great privilege for us to lead this service and to welcome these incredible men and women to join us to remember the fallen.

“Montague House has a deep connection with the RAF given our location and the many veterans who live nearby.

“It was a very emotional day, and we give thanks to all the service people who gave their lives and those fighting today to protect our freedoms.”

The team has strong links with local service people and achieved the Veteran Friendly Framework accreditation in May 2025.

The programme is backed by the RBL and Royal Star & Garter, and is designed to support the practical, emotional and social needs of retired members of the armed forces.

During their Remembrance Day event, the group sang a hymn, read poems and invited guests in for refreshments.

Wellbeing Coach Rosemarie Parks said: “Remembrance Day is very special to the residents, and we were delighted to welcome so many friends and family to join us.

“It was a very emotional occasion, and we thank everyone who came along to mark this day with us.”