The Almshouse of Robert Stiles based in Newbury Street and Vicar’s Row, Wantage and the Wantage Town Lands based in Mill Street and Eagles Close, Wantage can trace their foundations back to 1598 and 1680.
With The Almshouse Association celebrating our 75th anniversary, they took the opportunity to join the celebratory occasion with a tea party for residents and trustees and guests.
Guest included the Deputy Lord Lieutenant, Brigadier Dennis Blease, Wantage and Didcot MP, David Johnston and Mayor of Wantage (who is also a trustee) Jim Sibbald. The beautiful summer weather ensured that some 80 people enjoyed drinks and tea and cakes.
The two almshouses have 27 units with 33 residents.
Pictures courtesy of Scott Galbraith.
September 21