Restaurant-style dining at our Virginia Water care home

Good food is an important part of life at Merlewood. We want every meal to be something residents can look forward to, combining freshly prepared food, plenty of choice and an enjoyable dining experience.

Our chefs prepare varied menus using fresh, seasonal ingredients wherever possible, with dishes designed to be both nutritious and enjoyable. Individual tastes, preferences and dietary requirements are taken into account, helping residents continue to enjoy the foods they know and love.

Residents can enjoy restaurant-style dining in our spacious dining room, eat in the comfort of their own room or, when the weather allows, dine outside within Merlewood’s beautiful grounds.

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Dining in welcoming surroundings at Merlewood

Our modern, open-plan dining room is at the heart of Merlewood and provides a relaxed and sociable setting for residents to enjoy meals together.

Floor-to-ceiling windows provide lovely views across the gardens, while our well-stocked bar creates an inviting space for residents to enjoy a drink and spend time with friends and family.

Meals are ordered at the table from a varied menu, giving residents choice over what they would like to eat. Our team is always available to provide assistance where required and to help make mealtimes comfortable and enjoyable.

Mealtimes at Merlewood

Mealtimes are an important part of the day at Merlewood, providing an opportunity to enjoy good food, conversation and the company of fellow residents.

Our restaurant-style dining experience is relaxed and unhurried, with residents choosing from a varied menu and meals ordered at the table. Our team is always on hand to provide support where needed, helping everyone enjoy mealtimes in comfort.

We understand that everyone has their own routines and preferences, so residents can choose where they would like to eat. While many enjoy dining together in our welcoming dining room, meals can also be enjoyed in the privacy of a resident’s own room or outside in our beautiful grounds when the weather allows.

Family and friends are welcome to share in special occasions, helping ensure that birthdays, anniversaries and other celebrations can continue to be enjoyed together.