RESIDENTS at a Winchester care home recently celebrated Roald Dahl Day.

On Wednesday September 13 Flowerdown Care Home, in Harestock Road, marked the well-known author's birthday.

He wrote many books for children, but also loved by many adults, including: Matilda, Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, The BFG, Fantastic Mr Fox and James and the Giant Peach.

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He also wrote many books and short stories for adults, often with a twist in the tale. His books have been translated into 58 languages and have sold more than 200 million copies worldwide.

Kate Harfield, care home activities coordinator, celebrated some of the most well-known Roald Dahl stories. 

Residents joined in by reading some of his books including Going Solo which talks about his RAF days. 
Claudia Nunes, general manager, said: “We have many book lovers living here and they have agreed that Roald Dahl was an exceptional story teller. Everyone really enjoyed talking about their favourite characters from his books.”