Walters Close

Retirement housing
Brandon Street, Southwark, London, SE17 1NE
Brandon Street, Southwark, London, SE17 1NE

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Manager's Description

"Walters Close is a development of 41 properties with access to shared gardens and a range of on-site facilities, including a residents’ lounge, laundry and guest room. Suitable for single people, th..." Show more "Walters Close is a development of 41 properties with access to shared gardens and a range of on-site facilities, including a residents’ lounge, laundry and guest room. Suitable for single people, the properties are centred on two courtyards, with attractive gardens - maintenance of the buildings and grounds are taken care of by the estate manager.

Only 30 minutes from the centre of London with good transport links nearby, Walters Close is near to local shops, three supermarkets, Walworth Road shopping centre, East Lane market and other amenities. There is an active social club, organised by the residents, providing a range of activities and outings.

NOTE: This estate is part of the Drapers Almshouse Charity, therefore specific entry criteria apply. You can apply to live at Walter’s Close if you are 65 years of age or over, currently live in the London Borough of Southwark, have limited financial means and a real housing need. Applicants will be asked to provide details of their financial circumstances to demonstrate their need for such accommodation." Show less

Main Facts

Retirement housing
Tenure(s): Rent (social landlord)
40 flats. Built in 1961 and renovated in 1990. Sizes studio, 1 bedroom, 2 bedroom.
Non-resident management staff and Careline alarm service
Lounge, Laundry, Guest facilities, Garden, Community centre
Whole site accessible by wheelchair. Access to site easy, but less so for less mobile people. Distances: bus stop 100 yards; shop 20 yards; post office 100 yards; town centre 100 yards; GP 80 yards; social centre 200 yards.
Weekly Social activities include: bingo, coffee mornings, cards, and social club activities, organised by residents. New residents accepted from 65 years of age. Both cats & dogs generally accepted (subject to prior approval and conditions).
Housing Authority: Southwark
Social Care Authority: Southwark

Info updated: 11/08/2023
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Availability

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