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Almshouse.

In the early sixteenth century an alderman of the city, Henry Llewellyn, left a legacy to build a further series of almshouses, on a separate site in Priest Row, to the north of St Cuthbert's Church.

More accommodation was provided through legacies from Bishop Still and Bishop Willes and in 1637 the Bubwith site was expanded again through a legacy from Walter Brick, a burgess of the city. These almshouse here were built by Walter Brick. We were lucky enough to be shown the lovely communal gardens at the back of these two houses by a lovely gentleman who lived in the house on the right.
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7 comments

Steve D said:

What beautiful Almshouses Amelia and another set to your growing collection :))

Best wishes ... Steve
8 years ago

Rosalyn Hilborne said:

I love an almshouse :) Lovely detail and picture Amelia :))
8 years ago

Gudrun said:

A beautiful facade, the mellow stone is lovely.
8 years ago

Christa1004 said:

A truly sumptuous almshouse, with wonderful architectural details.
8 years ago

Sarah O' said:

Hi Amelia, what an interesting old building, as others have mentioned, such great detail here.
8 years ago

Herb Riddle said:

Nice record shot Amelia. I have a feeling that I have also taken this view a long time ago now.
Cheers, Herb
8 years ago

Andy Rodker said:

Beautiful!
And good on old Walter Brick!!! :o)
8 years ago