Care home residents in Frome recently took a trip to a farm to enjoy lambing season.
The group from Catherine House Care Home travelled by minibus to Shepherd’s Retreat Farm, where they spent the morning feeding lambs, walking around the pens and taking in the sounds and movement of the yard.
One resident described the lambs as "gorgeous," recalling how they moved around together and gathered close.
Although the resident's vision is limited, she said she could still make out their shapes and movement - an impression that stayed with her after the visit.
The experience sparked laughter among the group, especially when someone joked about sneaking a lamb back home hidden under a blanket on the minibus.
Chickens also caught the residents’ attention as they wandered nearby, with one remarking that the birds "looked as though they were trying to follow everyone back."
Following the farm visit, the group stopped for a meal of burgers, chips and coffee.
One resident, Barbara, said: "I'm not normally good with things, especially with chips, but by crumbs, that was good."
The day continued to spark conversation and laughter after their return to the care home.
Barbara said she saw four lambs and spoke about them as if they had been sitting on her lap.
The morning was simple but sparked conversation and humour among residents, as well as small moments that were enjoyed by all.
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