With autumn in full swing, a care home in Edinburgh is inviting the local community to come together for an afternoon of fun, games, and friendly competition to celebrate the simple joys of traditional games.
On Friday 16 October from 2pm-4pm, Care UK’s Lauder Lodge on Wakefield Avenue will open its doors to families, friends and neighbours for a vintage games night to reignite the magic of games nights this autumn.
Throughout the afternoon, residents and guests are invited to rediscover the timeless fun of traditional gameshows inspired by much-loved 1970s shows such as The Generation Game and The Price Is Right.
Teams will test their skills, memory and creativity through a series of light-hearted tasks designed to encourage laughter, teamwork and friendly competition.
To end the day, guests can take part in a conveyor belt challenge, where participants will try to remember and identify a selection of items as they pass by.
There will also be time for residents and guests to enjoy refreshments including freshly baked goods prepared by the home’s head chef while reminiscing about games played with friends and family years ago.
The event is part of Care UK’s Bored Games initiative – a nationwide campaign intended to revive the magic of family and community games nights.
At a time when social media and online gaming have transformed how people spend their leisure time, the initiative is celebrating the simple joys of spending time together playing traditional board games and the memories they can create.
From community events to intergenerational activities, care homes across the UK will celebrate togetherness and reconnect residents with traditional games that shaped their younger years.
Anees Riaz, Home Manager at Lauder Lodge, said: “We are delighted to be inviting the local community to join us for our gaming event and share in an afternoon of fun, laughter and friendly competition.
“Here at Lauder Lodge, we’re proud to be part of the Edinburgh community, and events like this are a fantastic way of bringing people together of all ages.
“Traditional board games and shows have a wonderful way of sparking conversations and bringing back treasured memories, and we’re looking forward to seeing residents share stories from games nights they enjoyed when they were younger.
“Residents are thrilled to be bringing classic 1970s game shows back for this special event!
“Whether you’re a board game enthusiast or simply looking for a fun afternoon out, we’d love for as many people to join us as possible. We can’t wait to welcome everyone through our doors and see who will come out on top!”
