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.Ā  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 2026 / North East, Resident Vacancies

Jane Gibson Almshouses – North East England, Sunderland

Accommodation Jane Gibson Almshouses has a vacant one-bedroom flat at the Mowbray Almshouses next to the Minster in the centre of Sunderland (SR1 3PU). It is generously-sized; on the first floor reached by stairs and part of a community of...
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12th February 2026 / Resident Vacancies, South West

Helyar Almshouses -East Coker, Somerset

Accommodation One bed two storey accommodation with garden. Criteria Must be over 55 years of age With a connection to the local area. Contact Details Karen Mitchell 01935 382903 kmitchell@symondsandsampson.co.uk
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2nd February 2026 / East of England, Resident Vacancies

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...
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26th January 2026 / Resident Vacancies, South West

The Eden Cottages Trust, Exeter Road, Ivybridge

Accommodation A spacious two-bedroomed Almshouse in a community of retired persons is now available at Eden Cottages in Exeter Road, Ivybridge. The Almshouse is suitable for two persons and comprises a large sitting room, two double bedrooms, upstairs bathroom, downstairs...
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22nd January 2026 / North West, Resident Vacancies

Ellen Barnes Charitable Trust, Oswestry, Shropshire

Accommodation We have a one-bedroom property available. It is set within large, shared private grounds with parking, managed by Trustees. Criteria Applicants should demonstrate ā€˜financial or social need’ and live locally to Weston Rhyn Contact details Anyone interested should contact...
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22nd January 2026 / Resident Vacancies, South East

Wrott & Hill Charity – Sutton at Hone, Kent

Accommodation One bed self-contained bungalow set within a small group of eight almshouses, built in the 1980s. The property offers comfortable accommodation in a quiet community setting. With separate lobby, lounge, kitchen, bathroom and large bedroom suited to a couple....
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