Wright's Almshouses, Nantwich, Historic almshouse in Nantwich, England
The Wright's Almshouses features a terrace of six residences with red-brick walls, stone dressings, and a central stone panel bearing decorative arms.
Edmund Wright, who became Lord Mayor of London in 1640, established these almshouses in 1638 to provide shelter for six impoverished men aged over 50.
The original deed specified strict requirements for residents, including mandatory church attendance and a preference for individuals bearing the surname Wright.
The almshouses relocated from London Road to Beam Street in 1975, where they continue to operate as sheltered housing for elderly residents.
Each resident historically received a quarterly pension of 20 shillings and annual Christmas clothing provisions to support their basic living needs.
Location: Nantwich
GPS coordinates: 53.06880,-2.51700
Latest update: March 16, 2025 00:07
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