Ray Kenny:  Born in Dublin, Ray trained as a chef at the Dorchester Hotel, London and at various hotels in Switzerland.  Whilst teaching catering at Ealing College, he studied for a degree and furthered his experience by lecturing at University College, Cardiff.  His wide knowledge of hotels and haute cuisine is reflected in the level of service and care at Castle Grove, which recently won an award on the BBC’s Food Programme.  Ray is involved with the local church as a Sidesman.

Isabelle Kenny:  Born and educated in Devon, Isabelle took a B.A. at London University before teaching in a secondary school.  Whilst living in Wales, she researched and completed a Masters Degree at Cardiff.  In 1984, Ray and Isabelle found Castle Grove and recognised its potential for Residential Care. Isabelle also holds an NVQ Level IV in Care Management.

Sue Thomas: Our Registered Nurse-Manager, Sue Thomas, R.G.N, trained at University College Hospital, London and has worked in elderly care since qualifying in 1983.  She has been at Castle Grove since 1995 and is a qualified NVQ Assessor and a Manual Handling Key Trainer.  Sue also holds an NVQ Level IV Registered Manager’s Award.

Christopher Seaton:  Christopher trained in the kitchen of Balliol College, Oxford, and later moved on to Holywell Manor and St. Catherine’s College, renowned for the quality of its food. He also has experience of hotel and corporate catering, with particular skills in pastry, desserts and ice-cream.