Warmington Almshouses
Our Almshouses
Three historic almshouses in Church Lane, providing homes within the heart of Warmington.
What is an almshouse?
Almshouses provide affordable, independent homes for people who meet the criteria of the charity responsible for them. Residents have their own homes and are free to live independently within the community.
Warmington’s almshouses continue a charitable tradition established more than 160 years ago, while providing accommodation suited to the needs of residents today.
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almshouses in Church Lane, Warmington
Part of Warmington since the 19th century
The three almshouses stand in Church Lane. Above their doorways is the inscription “Built and endowed by the Ladies Charlotte and Fanny Proby.”
The almshouses were built around 1860–62 with funding from Lady Charlotte Proby to provide homes for three people in need. The charitable arrangements were formalised in a Trust in July 1862.
Historic buildings, homes for today
The almshouses underwent a major refurbishment during 2007 and 2008 to ensure that they could continue to provide suitable homes into the 21st century.
The work included new kitchens, bedrooms and bathrooms, improvements to the roof, electrical and heating systems, insulation and measures to address damp. The refurbished almshouses reopened in late 2008, with residents in all three homes by early 2009.
Interested in an almshouse?
The Trust maintains a list of people who may be interested in becoming a resident when an almshouse becomes available.
Find out about eligibility, how applications are considered and how to register your interest.