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.
"An institution – but never institutional!" Sent in by Sheila Seymour, Clerk Chubbs Almshouses in Crewkerne comprise two adjoining terraces...
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Reflections from the Almshouse Association Annual Research Symposium Taking place at Ironmongers’ Hall in London on Tuesday 3 February 2026,...
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Erica Duckworth, Resident Services Manager, has shared this lovely update following our recent photo competition. Almshouse residents, Mary and Brenda,...
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Almshouse resident Peggy, celebrated an incredible milestone on Saturday 24 January 2026, marking her 100th birthday with family, friends and...
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Celebrating 80 years of community, heritage and hope The Almshouse Association was founded 80 years ago by you, our members....
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On 23 January 2026, almshouse charity, Guildhall Feoffment welcomed their local MP, Peter Prinsley, for a visit focused on the...
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Each Christmas, The Almshouse Association takes great joy in sending gift vouchers to almshouse residents aged 90 and above –...
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Case Study: Thomas Fryer Almshouse Charity makes strategic changes to ensure they continue to effectively serve the community. If a...
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St Martin-in-the-Fields Charity works to end homelessness by providing practical funding, supporting frontline workers and advocating for change. The Charity...
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The Chairman of The Almshouse Association, Willie Hartley Russell, was thrilled to receive an invite to the joint Christmas lunch...
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CASE STUDY: Almshouse of St John the Baptist and St John the Evangalist, Sherborne St Johns’ House is a historic...
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Association CEO, Nick Phillips highlights almshouses charities' role in tackling London’s housing crisis This morning, our CEO, Nick Phillips, spoke...
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