The Almshouse Association was delighted when Pickering and Ferens Homes (PFH) shared a preview of their latest development of almshouses at Padstow Close Hull with partners on 13 March 2024.

This £3.96 million development delivered by Unity Homes and supported by Homes England Funding of £1.32 million, comprises of 24 bungalows specifically designed for living in later life which are a welcome addition to the area. Incorporating innovative designs inspired by resident feedback, the development will be completed by late Summer this year. 

“We are committed to building as many new, high-quality homes as possible, and to be an organisation that people look on with local pride. We are delighted to be in the final stages at Padstow and know these properties will become much loved homes for our residents to enjoy.”

Claire Warren, Chief Executive of Pickering and Ferens Homes

“Good quality housing is in huge demand, and these will provide much needed, homes for people to live independently that have been sensitively designed to complement the character of the area, as well as utilising technology that ensures they are energy efficient.”

Cllr Paul Drake Davis, Portfolio Holder for Regeneration and Housing at Hull City Counci

(Pictured L-R) Nagra Azza Construction, Richard Walker, Homes Services Director Pickering and Ferens Homes, Ben Hanson, Head of Strategy, Market Intervention and Growth Hull City Council, Karen York, Community Engagement Lead Hull City Council, Bal Singh, Site Manager Azza Construction, Joe Bvumburai, Architect Eznat, Cllr Paul Drake Davis, Portfolio Holder for Regeneration and Housing at Hull City Council, Simon Redfern, Senior Housing Strategy Officer East Riding Council, Kate Calvert, Chair of the Board Pickering and Ferens Homes

“These wonderful new bungalows are the first to be built in Bransholme for many years and Unity Homes & Enterprise are proud to support Pickering & Ferens to deliver these well-designed energy efficient homes for the local community. This development demonstrates Pickering & Ferens commitment to the city of Hull and its communities.”

Wayne Noteman, Development Director at Unity Housing and Enterprise

posted 2 April 2024