The origins of the charity can be traced back to the 17th Century although Devizes Almshouse Charity in its present form dates from 1904. Prior to the new development the Charity had 56 dwellings of which 51 were on the main site with the remaining 5 at two other locations in Devizes. Trustees have a strategic aim to acquire surrounding properties to be able to provide further almshouse accommodation for elderly people in Devizes.
Trustees decided to provide 2 one bedroom and 2 two bedroom bungalows. The one bedroom bungalows have a large, light and airy lounge with French doors leading to a terrace with level entry. The kitchen is large with space for table and chairs, there is a double bedroom with built in wardrobes, a large shower room and large hall area. The two bedroom bungalows have all the same facilities plus a further, single, bedroom with built-in wardrobes.
The design included level entry for wheelchair users and extra wide front doors with a covered porch, wide internal doors, an extra large shower room and a large hall where buggies could be stored and charged. A high standard of insulation to walls and ceilings has been included and energy saving boilers and radiators are installed.
The site has been designed so that lounges are facing south so residents can enjoy the outlook and their terraces.
Trustees have also added a feature building to be used for extra storage and as a communal area for residents to sit under shelter in good weather and look onto the gardens.
This Charity isvery keen to provide the best possible accommodation for local residents. The new bungalows exceed normal space standards and are light, airy comfortable homes which can easily be adapted as residents become more frail.