A Fantastic Day at Launceston Show!

Yesterday, Penny and Aaron had the pleasure of attending the Launceston Show in Cornwall, with our recruitment stand, and what a fantastic day it was!

The show had a wonderful atmosphere from start to finish, with plenty to see and do. Visitors enjoyed the impressive horse classes and equestrian displays, alongside local crafts, trade stands, delicious food, and family entertainment. It was fantastic to see so many people coming together to support and celebrate the local community.

Our recruitment stand was busy throughout the day, and we loved meeting so many friendly faces. It was a brilliant opportunity to chat with people about the exciting careers available at @ThePark, answer questions, and share what makes working with us so rewarding.

We were delighted to talk about the wonderful things we do every day—from creating memorable experiences for the people we support to working as part of a supportive, enthusiastic team. It was inspiring to meet people who were interested in joining us and to share what makes our park such a special place to work.

A huge thank you to everyone who stopped by our stand for a chat. Whether you were looking for your next career opportunity or simply wanted to find out more about what we do, it was a pleasure meeting you all.

We’d also like to thank the organisers of the Launceston Show for putting on such a fantastic event. We thoroughly enjoyed being part of it and are already looking forward to next year!

If you didn’t get the chance to speak to us at the show but would like to find out more about career opportunities at our park, we’d love to hear from you.

Join Us for Our Second Family Fun Day!

After the incredible success of last year’s event, we’re delighted to announce that our second Family Fun Day—and it promises to be even bigger and better!

Bank Holiday Monday, 31st August 2026
11:00am – 4:00pm
@ThePark, Bowden Derra Park, Polyphant, PL15 7PU
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Last year, we welcomed lots of families, friends, local businesses, and members of our community who helped make the day such a memorable occasion. The atmosphere was fantastic, with children enjoying the games and bouncy castle, live music filling the air, delicious food, and plenty of stalls to browse. It was wonderful to see so many people coming together to have a great day.

A Fun-Filled Day for Everyone

Whether you’re looking for a fantastic family day out, somewhere to meet friends, or simply want to enjoy the Bank Holiday in beautiful surroundings, our Family Fun Day has something for everyone.

Live Entertainment Throughout the Day

We’re excited to welcome a fantastic line-up of entertainment, including:

DJ Lee Marshall
Music from Zalick
@ThePark Sing and Sign Choir
Kerry & Her Line Dancers
Live singers
Cycling Without Age
Plus lots more entertainment throughout the day!
There’s Something for Everyone!

Enjoy a full day of fun with:

Over 20 stalls
Bouncy castle
Lots of games and activities
Face painting
Licensed bar
Delicious burgers and chips
Ice cream
And much more!

There will be plenty to keep children and adults entertained from 11am until 4pm.

Make Yourself Comfortable

As the entertainment will be taking place throughout the day, feel free to bring along your own picnic blanket or folding chairs so you can relax, enjoy the performances, and make the most of your day with family and friends.

We Can’t Wait to Welcome You!

Bring your family, invite your friends, and spread the word! We’d love to see even more people join us this year and help make our second Family Fun Day our best one yet.

Bowden Derra Park
Polyphant, PL15 7PU

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01566 880340

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We can’t wait to welcome you for a day full of music, laughter, great food, family fun, and community spirit. Mark the date in your diary and come along to support a wonderful cause—we’ll see you there!

World Cup 2026 House Competition

Over the past few weeks, we have been getting into the football spirit by supporting different teams in the World Cup 2026. A draw was held, and each house was allocated a different country to support. Everyone embraced the challenge, transforming their homes and areas with football-themed decorations inspired by their chosen nation.

On Friday 19th June, our judges, Richard and Penny, visited each house to see the incredible displays. Richard previously worked for Plymouth Argyle Football Club as their Disability Officer, and Penny is our Intensive Interaction Co-ordinator. They had the difficult task of choosing the winners from a fantastic range of entries.

Every house looked amazing, with colourful flags, balloons, artwork, and decorations created by the people we support. There were also some wonderful cultural touches, including beautiful Croatian flowers to support Croatia and a delicious Moroccan meal of Tagine.

The competition was extremely close, but after much deliberation, the winners were announced:

1st Place – Rosewood House (Brazil)

Rosewood House took first place with their outstanding Brazilian-themed display. The team spent a great deal of time creating and crafting flags, artwork, and decorations. Their hard work and creativity shone through, and the display looked absolutely fantastic.

2nd Place – Bowden House (Colombia)

Bowden House celebrated Colombia in style, hosting a party complete with Colombian coffee and plenty of football-themed artwork. Their enthusiasm and attention to detail impressed the judges and earned them second place.

3rd Place – Number 18 (Uruguay)

Number 18 showcased their support for Uruguay with delicious Uruguayan sandwiches, lots of flags, balloons, and creative artwork. Their display also included interesting facts about both the country and the football team, making it informative as well as visually impressive.

All of the winners received vouchers for the local shop, Three Cows on’t Green, in Polyphant.

A huge well done to everyone who took part. The effort, creativity, and teamwork shown across all the houses were incredible, and it was wonderful to see everyone getting involved. The displays looked amazing and created a fantastic World Cup atmosphere for everyone to enjoy.

Performing at Pendruccombe House Care Home

On Wednesday the 11th June, we had the pleasure of visiting Pendruccombe House Care Home in Launceston, Cornwall, to perform some singing and signing for the residents.

We really enjoyed spending time with everyone and sharing a few of our favourite songs. It was lovely to see residents and staff joining in and enjoying the music together.

A sincere thank you to Pendruccombe House for welcoming us so warmly. It was a pleasure to be there, and we’re already looking forward to our next visit.