An MP visited a Kendal care home to meet residents and join in with activities.

The MP for Westmorland and Lonsdale, Tim Farron, visited HC-One's Summerhill Care Home on October 1.

The MP took a tour of the 71-bed residential, nursing, and dementia care home, including the gardens and communal areas.

Rebecca Whitehead, home manager at Summerhill, said: "We were delighted to welcome MP Tim Farron to our home.

"Everyone had a great time, chatting and discussing key issues they care about and what actions can be taken to overcome them."

Mr Farron spent time with residents in the Thirlmere suite, taking part in a quiz and word games.

Mr Farron said: "It was great to see so many people I knew there being well cared for in a lively environment.

"I had fun joining in with the quiz and talking to the excellent staff at Summerhill about how best to support those living with dementia.”