Modern technology assists with conservation work

Our specialist restorative contractors Keystone use modern technology to assist with their work conserving heritage buildings. Wayne has been using a drone to help with our regular property checks of the Almshouse buildings, which date from…

Donation from NFU Mutual

Our Business Manager, Lisa Morrissey, and Trustee, Steve Hasler, were delighted to accept a cheque for £7,899 from Roger Willmott and Alex Forbes of NFU Mutual. Staff at the Saffron Walden agency nominated the Almshouses to receive a donation…
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Vacancy for a one-bedroom flat

We currently have a vacancy for a one-bedroom flat (downstairs). Applications are invited from people who are: living in Saffron Walden or have a strong connection to the town; on a low income; in housing need; and capable of independent living. For…

Donation from Walden Capital

We are delighted to have received a generous donation of nearly £5000 from local financial advisers Walden Capital! Walden Capital kindly chose Saffron Walden Almshouses as their charity of the year 2024, and the donation includes a contribution…

Almshouses in Woman and Home magazine

One of our lovely residents was interviewed about living in an almshouse for the September edition of Woman and Home! The article highlights affordable housing options for women who can’t afford to purchase a house or rent privately. She says…

New fence!

Here's builder Adrian Freeman proudly showing off the fabulous new fence he has built for us behind the West Wing. Thank you to all the local trades who help to keep Saffron Walden Almshouses safe and looking smart!

Surveying the culvert

In July, a team of archaeologists and surveyors ventured into the culvert which runs underneath the Almshouses, to make a photographic record and conduct a laser survey of the section that we have permission to replace. The work involved quite…

Vacancy: Volunteer Trustee

Are you passionate about supporting local people in need of housing? Do you have lived experience of homelessness that could help shape the historic Saffron Walden Almshouse charity into the future? We are seeking a particular Trustee…

New defibrillator on site

Saffron Walden Almshouses now has a defibrillator on site. It is located in a locked cabinet on the wall at the back of the main building on Abbey Lane, and is for use by residents and the public. In the event of an emergency, should you need…

Vacancy – Maintenance Person

We are seeking to recruit an experienced Maintenance Person to work on site to carry out minor repairs and maintenance to our properties and grounds. The role is for 15 hours a week, over two or three days, at a salary of £12,900-14,600 (FTE…
Defence Employer Recognition Scheme bronze award

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KEVI CORPORATE TRUSTEE LIMITED, a company limited by guarantee incorporated in England and Wales (company number: 10178525), whose registered office is at Almshouse Office, King Edward VI Almshouses, Abbey Lane, Saffron Walden CB10 1DE, in its capacity as the sole corporate trustee of King Edward VI and the Reverend Joseph Prime Almshouse Charity (registered charity number: 210590)

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