Bispham Gardens in Blackpool, Lancashire
Located in a quiet residential area in Blackpool, Glenholme Bispham Gardens is for mature and older people with care needs looking to achieve a relaxing lifestyle and retirement. Care Staff are skilled in meeting specialist needs, including nursing and dementia care.
All rooms are en-suite, and residents have the benefit of generous communal spaces such as numerous lounges and day rooms as well as a hair-dressing salon, library, public bar area, cinema and landscaped gardens. Residents are encouraged to personalise their rooms.
The in-house chef uses fresh ingredients to prepare nutritious and enjoyable meals and snacks throughout the day. Morning coffee and afternoon tea are available in the bistros. In addition, those who would like to do some of their own cooking can use the bistros to do so.
All care packages at Bispham Gardens are tailored to each resident’s personal needs, and the home maintains a programme of events and activities. The activities coordinator regularly arranges a wide range of opportunities to get involved with, on both a personal and a social level. These include music evenings, pantomimes, seasonal fairs, as well as a range of trips to local shops and attractions.
Glenholme Bispham Gardens, Ryscar Way, Blackpool FY2 0FN, UK Get directions
What Bispham Gardens offers
Onsite
Multiple Lounges and dining areas 
Reception & Bar 
Regular activities & classes 
Landscaped gardens 
Hair Salon Accessibility
Step-free access 
Disabled parking 
Disability-friendly bathrooms 
Lift access 
Disability confidence training Accommodation
Rooms with patio available 
Wi-fi available 
En-suite bathrooms 
Furnished rooms with TV 
Small pets allowed 
What people say about us
Life with Glenholme
Daily life at Glenholme feels much like everyday life at home, but with the added comfort of support when it is needed. Residents enjoy freshly prepared meals, engaging activities and time with friends, while we take care of the practicalities to make life easier and smoother.
Food & Nutrition
At Glenholme, we see mealtimes as an important and enjoyable part of daily life. Residents are warmly encouraged to dine together in our inviting dining rooms, though they are always welcome to enjoy their meals in the privacy of their own rooms if they prefer.
Our bistros provide a relaxed setting for morning coffee and afternoon tea, and for those who enjoy cooking, the bistros are also available as a space to prepare their own dishes.
We take great pride in offering food that is both nourishing and indulgent. Every menu is carefully planned to provide balanced, healthy meals, while never compromising on flavour or variety. From comforting favourites to more refined dishes, our residents can enjoy dining that feels both luxurious and satisfying.
Activities & Events
We believe it is crucial that all our residents are able to enjoy an active life. For this reason, our homes are designed with activity at their heart. A varied programme of events and activities keeps residents engaged, entertained, and socially connected, while regular outings to nearby places such as garden centres, parks, museums, or cafés help ensure they remain part of the wider community.
Families & Care
We know how important surroundings are to wellbeing of the people we support and we pride ourselves on the quality of our homes. Visitors are more than welcome, and families are warmly invited to our regular events.
Our People
At Glenholme, we employ a team of compassionate, dedicated, and hardworking professionals in order to work together to maintain high-quality care in our warm and welcoming homes. We are proud to have over 1000 professionals in the Glenholme family.
Fiona Nicholls
Registered Manager
Fiona brings extensive nursing experience across Accident and Emergency, surgical, medical, and palliative care, with a longstanding commitment to supporting older people. Her background gives her a strong clinical foundation, alongside a clear understanding of the importance of dignity, compassion, and consistency in day-to-day care.
As a manager, Fiona is passionate about leading and motivating her team, setting high standards, and creating a positive, supportive environment for both residents and staff. She takes pride in delivering safe, high-quality care and ensuring that everyone living at the home feels valued, respected, and well supported.
Fiona and her staff team have undergone extensive checks prior to employment to ensure that they have the skills and qualities we require when working with vulnerable people. They are trained in health & safety, basic first aid, abuse awareness (safeguarding), administering medicine, infection control and the care certificate as well as other bespoke training as required.
Natalie Abbott
Administrator
As Administrator at Bispham Gardens, Natalie Abbott ensures the smooth and efficient running of the home behind the scenes. She manages a wide range of responsibilities, from handling enquiries and maintaining records to supporting the management team with day-to-day operations. Dedicated and dependable, Natalie plays an essential role in creating the calm, well-structured environment that allows the home to focus on delivering outstanding care.
Liliana Trandafir
Clinical Lead
Clinical Lead Liliana Trandafir is at the heart of providing safe, high-quality care at Glenholme. In her role, she oversees the clinical standards within the home, supporting both residents and staff with her expertise and guidance. Liliana works closely with her team of nurses and carers to ensure that care plans are accurate, person-centred, and regularly reviewed, always putting residents’ health and wellbeing first.
Ilayne Jones
Chef
Chef Ilayne Jones plays a vital role at Glenholme, ensuring that every meal served is both nutritious and enjoyable for residents. Her day begins with planning and preparing a varied menu that caters to individual dietary needs, from balanced everyday dishes to texture-modified meals for those who require them. Ilayne works closely with care staff to understand residents’ preferences and enjoys engaging directly with them to gather feedback, often tailoring recipes to suit personal tastes. Beyond the kitchen, she brings creativity to special events and celebrations, preparing themed meals and treats that make occasions memorable. With a strong focus on fresh ingredients, presentation, and food safety, Ilayne combines professionalism with a personal touch, helping to make mealtimes an experience residents can look forward to.
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