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, something they have done for centuries.
The Hospital of St John the Evangelist and of St Anne in Okeham is believed to be the oldest charity...
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APPG on Almshouses holds session on almshouse response to coronavirus On July 1st, the All-Party Parliamentary Group on Almshouses, of...
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Trustees of The Wivenhoe Housing Trust are looking forward to joining in with the national celebrations to mark 75 years...
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by Chris Morton, Chairman of Louisa Lilley Almshouses ‘Giving Something Back’ to society was something that really came to fore...
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A retired Uppingham couple who risked becoming homeless have moved into a newly created flat in Oakham owned by Rutland’s...
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The Almshouse Association CEO Nick Phillips and Assistant Policy & Engagement Officer Jack Baldan were pleased to be invited to...
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A new sculpture from a renowned Coventry artist has been unveiled in the courtyard garden of a new almshouse development...
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An article on almshouses by The Almshouse Association CEO Nick Phillips has been published in this month’s LCR magazine, produced...
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The Almshouse Association was incredibly proud to learn that the Shewsbury Drapers Company has been awarded the prestigious Queen's Award...
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The Almshouse Association was delighted to welcome our Royal Patron, HRH The Prince of Wales to Bond’s Hospital Almshouses, Coventry...
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The Almshouse Association is very honoured to have a highly accomplished and passionate group of Ambassadors to help shine a...
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The Almshouse Association is honoured to have received an invite to the opening event for The Buchanan Trust’s new almshouses,...
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