A CARE home hosted an 'Arts Week', showcasing the talents of its residents.

Following the success of a residents' 'Art Gallery' last year, Newstone House in Sturminster Newton decided to go bigger and better for 2022, with seven days of artistic activities.

The home reopened the gallery and hosted a music day, a ballet and poetry day and exhibitions of a large section of residents work.

Companion team leader Karlene Horswill said: "Our gallery was open all week so residents and their family and friends could pop in and visit, relax, enjoy the art and spend time with their loved ones.

"Art of all kinds is encouraged and celebrated here at Newstone House and we have many talented residents who have enjoyed dancing, music and painting throughout their lives, as well as residents who have discovered new talents during their time with us.

"Enabling them to continue to pursue and discover a love for the arts and seeing the wonderful things they produce brings us all much enjoyment."

Resident Pat Steer visited the Newstone House Gallery and said: "I could sit in here all day, it's beautiful and I was so surprised to see some of my creations in here."