We would like to share with you some of the interesting articles and stories about our member charities and news about the almshouse movement today in our posts below.
The historical aspect of almshouse charities and the legacy of their benefactors are considerable so it is hardly surprising that they are able to present a wide variety of stories and anecdotes ranging from their inception to the present day. There are cases where residents dress in the unusual “uniform” which is unique to their charity and others where splendid architectural features have been unearthed and restored.
The titles of many almshouses have wonderful names: The Eight Men of Broadclyst, The Sisters of Castle Rising and Twitty’s Almshouses, to name a few. Aside from their titles and history, however, the common factor shared amongst all almshouses is that today they continue to provide comfortable and secure homes for those in need, in friendly communities – something they have done for centuries.
This year marks a remarkable milestone for the Charity of Jane Wright, as it celebrates 350 years of continuous charitable...
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Southwark Charities in London continues to place creativity at the heart of community life through its Artist in Residence scheme,...
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February 2026: Nick Phillips, Association CEO and Martyn Craddock, CEO of United St Saviours Charity spoke at the National Housing...
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Almshouse story published by Kent online, which has kindly given The Almshouse Association permission to share with our members and...
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"Charity housing is hindered by local government policy"Nick Phillips | Chief Executive of The Almshouse Association | THE HOUSE magazine...
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The Almshouse Association is making strong progress in establishing the Charity Housing Alliance (CHA), a new initiative designed to provide...
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February 2026: Hosted at the Ironmongers’ Hall, this year’s Almshouse Association Research Symposium was more than a gathering; it was...
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The Almshouse Association welcomes the start of a significant refurbishment project at the historic almshouses on London Road in Derby....
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We were honoured to co‑sponsor the Housing LIN 2026 Annual Conference in Bristol last week. Our CEO, Nick Phillips, was...
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🌿 Now open for entries! 🌿 The London Gardens Society is delighted to announce that preparations are underway for this...
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A Case Study The Almshouses of the Holy Name is a small charity based in Hurstpierpoint, comprising a terrace of...
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Case Study: Fitzgerald Charity restoration of 14 almshouses in Seaford When almshouse charities face major repair costs or seek to...
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