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.
A celebration of 300 years of affordable housing Goring Heath Almshouses in South Oxfordshire celebrated its 300th Anniversary on 12...
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80 years of The Almshouse Association The Almshouse Association marked its 80th anniversary with a special day of thanksgiving, reflection...
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Saffron Walden Almshouses has been awarded £500,000 through the Veterans’ Capital Housing Fund, funded by the Office for Veterans’ Affairs...
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....from silent lawns to a thriving wildlife haven The Hospital of St John, Heytesbury Warminster, Wiltshire. Founded 1472 Back in...
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Almshouses are often admired for their architecture and heritage, but few people get the opportunity to see them through the...
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Celebrating innovation, inspiration and community We are delighted to announce the 2026 Almshouse Association Award recipients, celebrating projects completed in...
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Raising the roof at Lady Lumley's Almshouses The Almshouse Association provides financial support to member charities for the development of...
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How almshouses can strengthen their communities Contributor: Kate Duggan on behalf of Hammersmith United Charities, London "Like many almshouse charities,...
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The Manuden Almshouse Trust in Essex has handed the keys to a new family home following the successful purchase of...
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In April 2026, we reported on the start of a significant ÂŁ3 million refurbishment project at the historic almshouses on...
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Residents, trustees, former trustees, volunteers and friends gathered at Hedger's Almshouses in Guildford on Hedger’s Founder’s Day, 19 August 2026....
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There was plenty to celebrate at the Bedford, Morison and Cordery Almshouses in Watford on Friday 21 August, as residents,...
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