Help us make a difference
With thanks to our partners
We’re proud to work alongside a wide range of seafaring and community organisations whose generosity helps make our work possible – through grants, collaborative projects, in-kind support, and more.
We’re equally grateful to the many local groups who support daily life at Royal Alfred, bringing joy, companionship, and connection to our residents and tenants.
Thank you for being part of our story. Your support means the world.
Last friday we said a heartfelt goodbye to Catalin, who is moving on after nearly ten years of dedicated service to the Royal Alfred Seafarers’ Society.
Catalin first joined us as part of the Housekeeping Team, where his hard work, kindness, and reliability quickly made him a valued member of the Belvedere House family. Over the years, he took on new challenges and grew into his most recent role as our Driver, ensuring our residents were taken safely and comfortably on all of their outings and day trips.
Whether it was a seaside visit, a garden centre run, or a simple scenic drive, Catalin’s calm manner and genuine care made every journey special. Our residents will miss his friendly smile, steady presence, and the confidence of knowing he was behind the wheel.
We are incredibly grateful for everything he has contributed over the past decade.
Thank you, Catalin and you leave with our warmest wishes for the future.
#BelvedereHouse #RoyalAlfredSeafarersSociety #ThankYouCatalin #Dedication #CareCommunity #ResidentTrips #TeamAppreciation #Woodmansterne
Nov 3
🎃 Halloween at Belvedere House 👻
We’ve had a wonderfully spooky week at Belvedere House as residents and staff got into the spirit of Halloween. The home was filled with pumpkins, laughter and just the right amount of mischief!
Our fantastic team took part in a fancy-dress competition, and they did not disappoint; everything from classic witches to brilliantly creative costumes made an appearance. The residents absolutely loved seeing everyone dressed up, and choosing a winner was no easy task!
In the kitchen, Matt and the team treated everyone to delicious Halloween cupcakes, beautifully decorated and almost too good to eat. And for those with a serious sweet tooth, we served special triple-chocolate cheesecakes that went down a storm.
A huge thank you to everyone who helped make the celebrations so memorable. Events like these bring so much joy to our residents and showcase the wonderful community spirit here at Belvedere House.
🧡 Until next year… Happy Halloween! 🎃
#BelvedereHouse #RoyalAlfredSeafarersSociety #Halloween2025 #CareHomeLife #ResidentActivities #TeamSpirit #FancyDressFun #Cupcakes #TripleChocolateCheesecake #CommunityCare #Woodmansterne
Nov 2
📅 Here’s a look at our November activities at Belvedere House!
From quizzes, cinema nights, poetry, arts & crafts, pamper sessions and trips out, through to memory cafés, therapy animals, and coffee mornings — there’s always something happening.
We’re proud to offer such a full and varied programme for our residents, making sure there’s something for everyone to enjoy each week.
#BelvedereHouse #RoyalAlfredSeafarers #CareHomeLife #Veterans #ActivitiesProgramme #OlderPeoplesCare #CommunitySpirit #MakingMemories
Nov 1
🎃 A Huge Thank You! 🎃
A massive thank you to everyone who took part in our Halloween fundraiser! Your generosity made it a fantastic success, and we’re so grateful for your support.
We’ll be contacting the winners very soon so keep an eye on your messages!
Thanks again to all who got involved!
#Halloween #Fundraiser #ThankYou #Community #TeamSpirit #Grateful
Oct 31
We were thrilled to welcome Veronica (Vice Chair of the Grants Committee) and Michelle (Senior Grants Officer) from Women`s Royal Naval Service Benevolent Trust to Belvedere House recently!
They spent time meeting some of the amazing WRNS residents and tenants they help support through their generous grants and took a tour of our newly modernised home with our CEO, and Home Manager. It was wonderful to show them the improvements and the positive impact their support has on our residents’ lives.
A huge thank you to WRNS BT for their continued support, their grants make a real difference here at The Royal Alfred Seafarers’ Society.
#BelvedereHouse #WRNSBT #RoyalAlfredSeafarers #VeteranSupport #CommunityMatters #SupportingOurVeterans #MakingADifference #ResidentWellbeing #GrantsSupport
Oct 30
Autumn is here… which means one thing – Pumpkin Spice season!
Come and warm up with our Pumpkin Spiced Cappuccinos, perfectly topped with fluffy whipped cream.
Available now from the Bar for just £2.60. 🍁
The perfect cosy treat for these chilly days!
#PumpkinSpice #CappuccinoLovers #AutumnVibes #SeasonalTreat #CoffeeTime #CosySeason #WhippedCreamDream
Oct 29
💙 A Heartfelt Thank You 💙
We were deeply touched to receive this beautiful note from the family of one of our residents. They expressed their gratitude for the care, compassion, and support our team provided, especially in her final days.
Caring for our residents is at the heart of everything we do at The Royal Alfred Seafarers’ Society, and it means the world to us to know that our efforts bring comfort, dignity, and reassurance to both residents and their families.
To our incredible team: your kindness, patience, and dedication make moments like these possible. You truly make a difference every single day.
#CompassionateCare #RoyalAlfreds #ThankYou #MakingADifference
Oct 28
Volunteer Treasurer – Help Keep Our Bar Thriving! 🍻
The Royal Alfred Club is looking for a Volunteer Treasurer to help manage the finances of our lively bar. If you’re organised, reliable, and enjoy working with numbers, this is a great way to support a friendly local hub.
What you’ll do:
Track invoices, payments & receipts 🧾
Reconcile the bank account & maintain spreadsheets 💻
Work closely with the Bar Manager on stock & pricing 🍺
Prepare half-yearly & yearly financial summaries 📊
Attend club meetings to update on finances 🗣️
Who we’re looking for:
Detail-oriented & organised ✅
Comfortable with Excel & basic finance skills 💡
Reliable, committed, and happy to be part of a friendly team 🤝
Why volunteer?
Be at the heart of a historic bar and help it run smoothly 🏴☠️
Gain experience in financial management in a supportive environment 🌟
Flexible role with a clear structure and manageable workload ⏱️
📩 Interested? Contact k.goddard@royalalfred.org.uk to get involved and help keep our bar thriving!
#volunteer #volunteering #volunteersmakeadifference
Oct 27
