RESIDENTS and staff at Thistle Hill care home in Knaresborough will hold an Armed forces day on Saturday June 30 to commemorate the country's service men and women.

The home will be holding a poppy picnic in its gardens and head chef will serve barbecue favourites for residents and guests.

The team at the home will also sell a selection of home-made sweet treats, with all proceeds donated to the Army benevolent fund.