Royal Variety Charity, Nursing home for entertainment professionals in Twickenham, England
Brinsworth House is a residence for retired entertainment professionals in Twickenham, southwest London, spread across three floors with 32 rooms. The facility includes several communal areas such as a restaurant with conservatory, a library, and a stage for performances.
The building was constructed in 1850 and later purchased by the Royal Variety Charity in 1911 to house retired performers. Frank Matcham, a noted theatre architect, designed a new wing in 1912, completed within four months.
The name Brinsworth comes from a donation that helped purchase the property for retired stage performers. Residents, all with backgrounds in show business, gather regularly in the on-site theatre for performances and social evenings.
The house sits in a residential area of Twickenham, roughly half an hour southwest of central London. Visits typically require prior arrangement, as the facility operates as a private care home.
The kitchen staff earned the UK Care Home Caterers of the Year award between 2020 and 2023 following extensive renovations. The new kitchen meets elevated standards rarely found in senior care facilities.
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