Colstons Almshouses, Grade I listed almshouse on St Michael's Hill, Bristol, England.
The two-story U-shaped limestone structure contains twelve individual flats with triangular canopies positioned above each entrance door.
Edward Colston, a merchant and Member of Parliament, established these almshouses in 1691 to provide shelter for Bristol residents in need.
The baroque chapel within the complex includes panels made from ships' timbers and features a barrel vault ceiling with intricate architectural details.
The facility provides one-bedroom flats with modern amenities, including laundry services, a communal lounge, and a maintained garden for residents.
The central bell cupola rises above the building's hipped roofs, while stone mullions and transoms decorate the windows throughout the structure.
Location: City of Bristol
Inception: 1691
GPS coordinates: 51.45780,-2.59861
Latest update: March 3, 2025 13:04
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