Queen Elizabeth's Almshouses
The Vineyard, Richmond, Surrey, TW10 6AQ
The Vineyard, Richmond, Surrey, TW10 6AQ
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Manager's Description
"Queen Elizabeth's Almshouses were founded in 1600 by Sir George Wright on Ferry Hill, Petersham Road. These were the first of The Richmond Charities almshouses. In 1767, William Turner rebuilt the alm..." Show more "Queen Elizabeth's Almshouses were founded in 1600 by Sir George Wright on Ferry Hill, Petersham Road. These were the first of The Richmond Charities almshouses. In 1767, William Turner rebuilt the almshouses on land at the top end of his estate in The Vineyard. Funds for the rebuilding were raised by public subscription. The eight almshouses thus erected were damaged during World War II and replaced with four newly built houses in 1955." Show lessMain Facts
Retirement housing
Tenure(s): Rent (social landlord)
8 houses. Built in 1955.
Resident management staff and Careline alarm service
Garden
This almshouse charity caters for: For people over 65, living in the LB of Richmond for at least 2 years, on limited income and savings.. New residents accepted from 65 years of age.
Housing Authority: Richmond upon Thames
Social Care Authority: Richmond upon Thames
Info updated: 15/03/2011
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