THE ALMSHOUSES

 

The Almshouses offer quiet and confortable living accommodation in a peaceful rural location in the village of Leamington Hastings.  Dating back to the 16th Century but fully refurbished and modernised in 1981, the Almshouses are maintained and preserved by the Leamington Hastings Consolicated Charity1 for the benefit of the residents and the local Community.

 

ACCOMMODATION

There are eight self contained flats with views across the open countryside.  The flats are unfurnished and comprise of an entrance hall, living room, bedroom, kitchen and bathroom.  Each flat has a television point and telephone line which supports an internet connection.  The Almshouses include a communal lounge, laundry, store, attractive landscaped gardens and ample car parking.

 

CRITERIA

Those qualified to apply for an Almshouse need to fulfil the following criteria.

  • People with a local connection to the Parish of Leamington Hastings

  • People with limited financial means

  • People who are capable of independent living

  • People aged 18 or over

As they are one bedroom flats they are not suitable for children.

The rural location with no local facilities means own transport would be an advantage.

Residents do not pay rent but there is a monthly charge towards the cost of providing maintenance and other services including heating and hot water.

 

There are no available flats at present, however Vacancies will be posted on this page and a waiting list is kept for anyone wishing to be considered.

 

For further information please contact the Clerk to the Trustees on 07962 169199 or by email  alexrigler@aol.com

 

Relief in Need Fund

The Leamington Hastings Consolidated Charity (LHCC)1 not only manages the Almshouses in Leamington Hastings but also administers a ‘Relief in Need’ fund.

The fund is available to local residents who could benefit from a grant to help towards the cost of items, services or facilities to support them during a time of need.

We welcome applications from individuals but equally please do let us know of other residents who may not be in a position to apply for themselves – we may be able to help.

The application process is easy and informal. Questions and interest should be forwarded to Alex Rigler, Clerk to Trustees at alexrigler@aol.com or 07962 169199

 

GOVERNANCE

 

The Charity is run by a small group of Trustees who give their services and time for free and they are supported day to day by Alex Rigler as Clerk.

 

The Trustees are:

John Fisher (Chairman)

Paul Crawford

Jon Wilson

Ian Sewel

Eugene Dixon

Joy Mitchell

Sonya West

 

MORE INFORMATION

 

For further information about either the Charity or the Almshouses, please contact:

 

Ms. Alex Rigler, Clerk to the Trustees on 07962 169199, email:  alexrigler@aol.com or write to her at 'The Almshouses',  Leamington Hastings, Rugby, Warwickshire, CV23 8DY.  

1The Leamington Hastings Consolidated Charity dates back to the 16th Century being a consolidation of various local charities founded at different times principally to help the poor and needy with connections to the local area.  Registered Charity number 235662