These rather attractive homes were built in 1904 under the patronage of Lord Wenlock 'for the relief of the poor, sick and infirm'.
Almshouses are a form of community housing. The almshouse association describes them as follows: 'Almshouses are a charitable form of self sufficient, low cost community housing that is held in trust for local people in housing need. They are managed and run by almshouse charities made up of local volunteers. Today, 36,000 people are living full and independent lives in almshouses, finding friendships, wellbeing, safety and security inside their walls and within their communities. Through representation, fundraising, and your donations and legacies, The Almshouse Association is working hard with almshouses charities, local authorities and the Government to make it possible for many more to be built.'
The first resident in these almshouses was a Mrs Raper. There is a photograph on the Escrick Heritage website of her kntting socks for soldiers in World War 1. She would lose two sons in that conflict.
Times are chancing. Those old poor-houses has become very populair and for that very expensive to in our countery. Great capture of this beautiful nice mantaind ones.
Thank you all for your lovely comments and fav, they are very much appreciated.
The story of almshouses is a fascinating one, and there are some lovely examples in and around York.
Ian
Thank you Vesna, I'm glad that you like it.
Ian