Queen Elizabeth Court residents discover the history of Welsh whisky

Residents at Queen Elizabeth Court, in Llandudno, enjoyed a day trip to a local distillery, Penderyn Distillery.

Accompanied by the Home’s Activities Coordinator, the residents went on a tour around the distillery, which has been around for over 100 years. Residents learned about the unique heritage and craftsmanship of Welsh whisky and how the village of Penderyn was chosen because of the site’s own supply of fresh natural spring water. The residents were treated to few whiskey samples, much to their delight.

One of the residents, Phyllis Ann commented:

It was my first time visiting a distillery and I enjoyed it very much. We were spoiled with a few whiskeys, gin and tonics. I wouldn’t mind doing a second visit soon!

Taking a day trip can provide numerous social and communication benefits for older people. It can be a perfect opportunity to combat isolation, improve social skills, and gain new experiences.

Activities Coordinator Rachael, said:

I wanted to give our residents a unique experience and this is an old tradition going back centuries from when the distillery first opened.

It provided residents with an insight into how it all began, like taking a step back in time. It was heart-warming to see the residents enjoying themselves.

[Summary: Residents at Queen Elizabeth Court, in Llandudno, enjoyed a day trip to a local distillery, Penderyn Distillery.]