The Hartley Trust – Donnington, Berkshire

Accommodation:

A one bedroom, self-contained, unfurnished two-storey property adjacent to other almshouse dwellings in a pleasant village setting. 

Criteria:

This accommodation is available to:

  • Male applicants aged 60 years or over
  • Individuals able to live independently
  • Applicants ideally living in Berkshire or Oxfordshire

Unfortunately, no pets are allowed

Contact:

Please visit our website www.hartleytrust.org for further information and an application form

or call 01635 551530


Winkfield Parochial Charities, Winkfield near Ascot, Windsor & Bracknell

Accommodation:

A first floor unfurnished, one bedroom flat, with separate lounge, modernised kitchen with fridge and freezer, washing machine, and  electric cooker. A W/C / bathroom with a walk in shower. Set in a rural location, with communal gardens, in 2 blocks of four flats, near Winkfield St Mary’s Church. On-site parking is available.

Criteria:

Single elderly women of good character, but with limited financial means and usually no longer working.

Previously living in or around the parish or having a  local connection.

As we do not provide a warden residents are expected to live independently, but there is a 24 hour emergency telephone / pendant link system attached to all flats.

No pets allowed. Residents are appointed by the Trustees as beneficiaries and pay a weekly maintenance contribution instead of rent. The charity pays the gas ( heating and hot water) and water bills for each property.

Contact:

Melanie Robertson 07522 306988 Or email winkfieldparochialcharities@outlook.com


Feltham United Charities, Bedfont

Accommodation

1 Bed Ground Floor Maisonette with garden near the town centre 1 Bedroom Ground Floor Flat, near the town centre.

Criteria

Low income, will send application form and we will review Low income, will send application form and we will review.

Contact details

Jamesgroves1965@gmail.com

07910036417


The Finch Almshouses – Ravenstone, Buckinghamshire

Accommodation:

Another recently redeveloped cottage in Ravenstone, originally dating from the 17th century, is available.

The unfurnished cottage is set in a rural location and has a small, manageable garden.

Applications are invited from individuals or couples who are capable of independent living.

A local connection is preferred. Persons of good character with limited means and of Christian belief are eligible for appointment.

Closing date for registering interest: 31st January 2026

Contact:

To request an application form and for further details, please contact the Clerk:

Email: thefinchalmshouses@gmail.com or Tel: 01234 713 252

Charity Registration: 1201122


Wimbledon Endowed Almshouse Charity, Wimbledon

Accommodation

A recently refurbished one bedroom flat with separate bathroom and kitchen.

 Part of a community of 26, with access to communal lounge and garden. 

Close to Wimbledon Common and Village.

Criteria

Singles or couples capable of independent living

Over 60 years of age

Have a strong connection to the former borough of Wimbledon (now part of Merton)

Be of limited means

Contact Details

To request an application form email to: wimbledonalmshouses@gmail.com

or write to

Wimbledon Endowed Almshouse Charity

60 Camp Road

Wimbledon

London SW19 4UN


William Gurney Charity – Brandiston near Norwich, Norfolk

Accommodation:

Mid terrace two story cottage one of four units.

  • Recently refurbished Ground Floor Shower Room / WC
  • New kitchen with electric cooker and fridge
  • Sitting room
  • Downstairs rear lobby
  • 2 bedrooms – one leading into another
  • Recent new electric night storage heaters plus open coal fire in sitting room
  • Recently redecorated and carpeted
  • New water tank
  • Small garden back and front
  • Peaceful rural location
  • Immediately available

Criteria:

  • Cottage will suit one or two occupants
  • Being an Almshouse Charity applicants are assumed to be of a mature age and able to produce satisfactory references
  • Steep cottage staircase suits able bodied occupants only
  • Country location car essential
  • No pets
  • No smoking

Contact:

Apply in writing: William Gurney Charity

C/O MAG Group Building, Vulcan Road South, Norwich, Norfolk, NR6 6AF

Or by email to info@williamgurneytrust.co.uk


The Friendly Almshouses – Brixton,London

Accommodation:

A charming ground floor studio flat is soon to be available at The Friendly Almshouses, located on Stockwell Park Road, Brixton, London. This unique property consists of four Victorian cottages, each housing four individual studio flats, providing a welcoming and independent living environment.

 Key Features:

 – Independent Living: Enjoy your own space with a separate bathroom and kitchen. 

– Community Atmosphere: Become part of a supportive community within a quiet setting.

 – Affordable Living: Weekly maintenance contribution of £298.15 (or £1192.60 every 4 weeks), with an additional charge of £70 for heating and hot water every 4 weeks. 

Criteria:

We invite applications from single women aged 50 and over who are in financial and housing need, and who can live independently. 

– Must have settled status in the UK. 

– Limited financial means and savings. 

– A desire to be part of a community.  

Contact:

If you meet these criteria and are interested in this opportunity, please read the full eligibility requirements and download an application form at (Friendly Almshouses).

Home & Applications – The Friendly Almshouses

Don’t miss out on this chance to join a vibrant community while enjoying the comforts of independent living.


St Clement Danes Holborn Estate Charity, Sydenham

Accommodation:

One bedroom flat in a 5-storey purpose-built block, completed in 2016, set in attractive grounds at the top of Sydenham Hill.

Support staff comprise: Resident Scheme Manager, Resident Deputy Scheme Manager, Premises Manager and House-keeping team.

Criteria:

Over 60

In financial and housing need

From a London Borough

Able to live independently

No smoking, No Pets

Contact Details:

For more information  please call 0208 670 4504