A BUCKLEY care home has celebrated a recent award which places them amongst the best in the country.

Willowdale Residential Home, in Buckley has been awarded a Top 20 Care Homes in Wales award by carehome.co.uk.

The awards highlight the most recommended Care Homes in each region of the UK and the Top 20 Care Home Groups in the UK.

These are decided by the reviews left on the site by residents and their friends and family members, and by the rating awarded due to these reviews.

Manager Sam Evans said: "This makes them all the more special; our fantastic rating of 9.9 out of 10 has been achieved due to those who know and love our level of care taking the time to review us. We are among the best thanks to those we care for, and those who know and love them most.

"I am so proud that Willowdale has achieved this award for the second year running. It’s a lovely acknowledgement of all the team does on a daily basis.

"This award wouldn't have been possible without the hard work and commitment of every single staff member, or the support and guidance from everyone at our head office.

"The amazing working relationships we have with other professionals also support us to achieve high standards of care throughout. I'd also like to say a huge thank you to our residents and their families.

"If it wasn't for them our home wouldn’t be a home from home."

Deputy manager Kara McPhie added: "It’s an absolute pleasure to work alongside the staff at Willowdale, and I’m really pleased we’ve achieved the award again. It’s an amazing place to work; we’re all one big family."