Hello!Most of you will know you have an extraordinary seven-acre heritage site on your doorstep - which is the home for over 40 older people in social and financial need. The almshouse is a charity established in 1611 - and the site goes right back to 1348 and the Black Death.Normally we would be welcoming visitors and private parties every day... but since March we have had to be firmly closed to the public and taking strict measures to protect our older and vulnerable residents. This is our…See More

Autism Awareness Week is coming up and we'll be taking part with a special opportunity for visitors, for whom new places and unfamiliar noises can be overwhelming, to appreciate the quiet and soothing parts of our buildings, away from noise and crowds. Our Quiet Hour will…See More

Take advantage of the serenity of the Charterhouse and recharge your batteries at an hour long yoga session with Aleksandra Horwood particularly focused on achieving better posture and balance. This is a taster session for a planned series, so come along and see how Aleksandra's combination of physical and breathing exercises, with meditation and relaxation, works for you. The session will take place in our airy Learning Centre, and exercises designed for you to be able to safely do at…See More