The Whitgift Almshouses
North End, Croydon, Surrey, CR9 1SS
North End, Croydon, Surrey, CR9 1SS
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Manager's Description
"In the heart of Croydon stands the former Hospital of the Holy Trinity. Better known as The Whitgift Almshouses, it is a four hundred year old haven of tranquillity and security. The historic building..." Show more "In the heart of Croydon stands the former Hospital of the Holy Trinity. Better known as The Whitgift Almshouses, it is a four hundred year old haven of tranquillity and security. The historic building has been looked after and regularly renovated to keep it up to date. The Whitgift Foundation however has been careful to retain the unique architectural features.As a result, the Almshouses offer active elderly people the chance to live in picturesque accommodation clustered around picturesque lawns. There is also a beautiful chapel which residents attend regularly as well as a Common Hall and a fully equipped, modern laundry.
Each self-contained, centrally heated unit is cosy, but large enough to allow the resident to furnish it with his or her treasured possessions. The Almshouses are overseen by two wardens who ensure a consistent point of contact with the residents.
Residents are encouraged to take part in a varying range of social activities at the Almshouses and also at the Foundation's other homes - Whitgift House and Wilhelmina House." Show less
Main Facts
Retirement housing / Close care housing
Tenure(s): Rent (social landlord)
16 flats. Built in 1596 and renovated in 1982. Sizes studio, 1 bedroom. Includes mobility standard properties.
Resident management staff
Lounge, Laundry, Guest facilities, Garden, chapel
Access to site easy. Distances: bus stop 50 yards; shop 30 yards; post office 30 yards; town centre 30 yards; GP 0.5 mile(s); social centre 1 mile(s).
This almshouse charity caters for: regular C of E communicant members within either the parishes of Lambeth or Croydon or the County of Kent. Weekly Social activities. New residents accepted from 60 years of age.
Housing Authority: Croydon
Social Care Authority: Croydon
Info updated: 13/11/2013
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