Mayor of Hythe Marks Major Milestone as Martello Manor Reaches New Heights
Boutique Care Homes celebrated a key construction milestone on October 7th with the topping out of Martello Manor, its new purpose-built care home in Hythe. The ceremony marked the completion of the roof structure and brought together civic leaders, community partners, and project stakeholders to reflect on the journey so far and the future ahead.
The Right Worshipful Town Mayor of Hythe, Councillor Stephen Bailey, was among the honoured guests and laid the first of three ceremonial tiles on the roof. During the event, he expressed his support for the project and took time to engage with the Boutique Care Homes team, discussing the home’s vision and its plans to support the wider Hythe community once operational.
He was joined by Dudley Shipton, Chairman Emeritus of the Hythe Dementia Forum, and Tracy West, current Chair, both of whom also laid tiles during the ceremony, symbolising the home’s deep connection to the local community it will soon serve.
Dudley shared his appreciation for the opportunity to be involved; “It was a great privilege to take part in placing a tile on the roof at Martello Manor’s Topping Out Ceremony. The Hythe Dementia Awareness Forum are pleased to be involved in the development of Martello Manor and are inspired by the decision of Boutique Care Homes to be committed to being involved with the local living community.”
Tracy echoed this sentiment, highlighting the unique level of care and attention evident throughout the project; “What struck me was that everyone involved, from Project Development, Construction, Fixtures & Fittings to Sales & Marketing and Care Home Management, all have a very personal interest in ensuring that Martello Manor is more than just another residential care home. I was very impressed with what I saw today and am grateful to Boutique Care Homes for creating Martello Manor in Hythe.”
Martyn Murphy, Operations Director at Boutique Care Homes, reflected on the significance of the day;
“This milestone marks more than the progress of a building, it represents the beginning of meaningful connections. Martello Manor is being created as a place of comfort, dignity, and true community, and we’re incredibly grateful to those who joined us to celebrate its future.”
Tom Duck, Development Director, added;
“From the earliest stages, Martello Manor has been shaped by collaboration. Today’s ceremony shows just how deeply rooted this home already is in the Hythe community. We’re excited to see it grow into a place where people live well, feel valued, and belong.”
