Resident vacancies

Although The Almshouse Association does not provide accommodation itself, we are keen to support those who see an almshouse as a potential home. In this section, we hope to be able to assist prospective almshouse residents by providing some advice about how they might identify an almshouse charity that meets their needs. We also provide some key information about what an almshouse is and explain how it is slightly different to other forms of social housing in a way that makes them both unique and an important part of community life in the UK.

Applicants for almshouse charities usually have to be able to live independently.  Some charities do have a Warden or Scheme Manager but they are not able to provide personal care.

More information about finding an almshouse charity can be found here. Listed below are current vacancies that have been sent to us from the charities (Please use the search function to the right to select your desired region).


13th February 2025 / London, Resident Vacancies

The Thomas Watson Cottage Homes – High Barnet, North London

Accommodation We offer one- and two-bedroom cottages in a delightfully tranquil setting but well connected to the London Tube. Criteria Persons who have worked in the freight industry in any capacity. You need to be of retirement age and in...
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11th February 2025 / East of England, Resident Vacancies

William Gurney Charity – Brandiston, Norwich

Accommodation: Mid terrace two story cottage one of four units Ground Floor Bathroom / 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...
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10th February 2025 / London, Resident Vacancies

Merton United Charities, 1 bed flat in Merton Park London SW19 3NX

Accommodation First floor, one bedroom self-contained flat in a conservation area.  Criteria Offered to single female over 55yrs who has lived in London Borough of Merton for at least 2 years and is in financial and housing need.   No smoking,...
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5th February 2025 / Resident Vacancies, South East

The Whiteley Homes Trust – Walton on Thames

Accommodation: 1 bedroom single 1st floor property – single occupant 1 bedroom double 1st floor property – single or double occupants 2 bedroom 2 storey house – double occupants 1 bedroom ground floor property – double occupants Criteria: Age: Male...
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5th February 2025 / East Midlands, Resident Vacancies

Cottenham Charities – John Moreton Almshouses -Cottenham, Cambridge CB24 8UL

Accommodation A one-bedroom house is available with the use of a large communal garden. It comprises sitting room/dining room, bathroom, kitchen with cooker & hob and an upstairs bedroom with en-suite toilet and basin. The properties also have off street...
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4th February 2025 / London, Resident Vacancies

SOROPTIMIST HOUSING ASSOCIATION LTD – Wandsworth London

Accommodation: We currently have a couple of vacancies, for a one bed flat and a studio flat. The one bed comprises of a large living room/ fitted kitchen. A small bedroom with a walk-in wardrobe, a shower room. The studio...
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