A Bickley care home opened by the Queen Mother celebrated its silver jubilee.

The Queen Elizabeth house, in Southborough road, was named after the monarch’s mother who officially opened the house in 1990.

Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth the Queen Mother visited the 28-bed care home, and Bickley residents flocked to welcome the royal visitor who died in 2002.

MORE TOP STORIES 25 years on the mayor and mayoress of Bromley, Cllr Julian Benington and Valerie Benington, returned to celebrate the anniversary on Friday (April 24).

Residents and their family members held a party at the home which is owned and operated by Greensleeves Homes Trust.

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Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth The Queen Mother accepting a bouquet of flowers from a resident’s great-grand daughter, from the care home's archive

Cllr Benington said: “I am delighted to be here to celebrate the 25th Anniversary of the opening of Queen Elizabeth House.

“I am very impressed with the building and gardens and the ambiance of the home. The number of awards won by the home reflects very well on the organisation and staff.

“Congratulations to all of the staff of their achievements.”