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£500 donation from Cam Valley Crematorium

We were delighted to host a visit recently from Patrick and Lee of Cam Valley Crematorium, who presented our Chair, Gary Hyams, and Trustee Steve Hasler with a generous cheque for £500. Patrick kindly nominated us as a beneficiary of the Westerleigh…

Planning approval for new almshouses in Saffron Walden

At its meeting on 16 October 2024, Uttlesford District Council’s planning committee approved the proposed development of 16 new homes at Saffron Walden Almshouses. Chair of Trustees, Gary Hyams said: “This is a significant milestone…

Vacancy: Fundraising Manager

We are seeking an experienced fundraiser with a proven track record of securing large-scale funding in a charity environment to support Project Crocus, our ambitious plan to increase the amount of affordable accommodation on our site through…

Vacancy for a one-bedroom flat

We currently have a vacancy for a one-bedroom flat. 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 more…

Saffron Walden Initiative gets up to speed with Almshouses’ plans

We were delighted to host a visit from Saffron Walden Initiative recently, whose members came along to hear about the history of the Almshouses and our plans for the future. The group, which included chairman Jacqui Portway and membership secretary…

Tim completes Ride London in aid of the Almshouses

We are extremely grateful to Tim, who completed the 100-mile Ride London cycling event in May and has raised over £2,200 for Saffron Walden Almshouses! You can read all about his experiences on his JustGiving page here: www.justgiving.com/page/tim-hill-ridelondon24 -…

Vacancy: Health, Safety & Compliance Manager

We currently have a vacancy for a part-time Health, Safety & Compliance Manager for 15 hours per week. Are you highly organised with an eye for detail? Do you have experience of working in the Charity sector with a strong focus on health,…

Vacancy for a one-bedroom flat

We currently have a vacancy for a one-bedroom flat. 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 more…

Come and find out about our plans for the future!

The revised proposal for 16 new homes at Saffron Walden Almshouses will be on display at an information event on Saturday 20th April from 10am to 4pm and Sunday 21st April from 12 noon to 4pm. The event will be held in the Chapel at the…

Carols at the Almshouses

On Saturday, 9th December, we were treated to a lovely festive carol concert here at the Almshouses, courtesy of Saffron Walden Choral Society. Residents and members of the public enjoyed a mixture of well-known and more unusual carols, and…

Carol Concert at Saffron Walden Almshouses

Saturday, 9 December will see members of Saffron Walden Choral Society singing well-known carols in an outside concert in front of the town's Almshouses, which front onto Abbey Lane. Starting at 4pm, the concert will feature well-known carols…

Trustee vacancy

Join our friendly, experienced team of Trustees! This voluntary role is varied and hands-on - Trustees deal with matters concerning our residents, finances, health and safety, fundraising, and communications. The deadline for applications…

Saffron Walden Museum Summer Trail

We are delighted that we will soon be hosting a Lion as part of the Saffron Walden Museum’s trail around town this summer. Charlotte Pratt from the museum delivered the Lion recently to our Business Manager Lisa and Estate Manager Victoria.…

New Job Vacancy – Admin Assistant

Hosting The Almshouse Association Seminar

We were delighted to host the The Almshouse Association Trustees and Clerks Seminar this week. It was a fantastic turnout with great speakers, including some of our own trustees. It’s always great to meet other almshouses to network and share…

Welcome donation from Langley Fête

Langley Fête kindly chose us as one of their charities this year and raised £250 from the proceeds of their grand draw raffle. A huge thanks to all involved; we very much appreciate this donation! Alison Whitehead (right), chair of Langley…

Modern technology assists with conservation work

Donation from NFU Mutual

Almshouse Cottage

Vacancy for a one-bedroom flat

Donation from Walden Capital

Almshouses in Woman and Home magazine

New fence!

Surveying the culvert

Vacancy: Volunteer Trustee

New defibrillator on site

Vacancy – Maintenance Person

Railway Arms pub fundraises for Saffron Walden Almshouses

Saffron Walden Almshouses feature on BBC Radio 4

Saffron Walden named best place to live in UK

Saffron Walden Almshouses West Wing and main building

Vacancies: Volunteer Trustees

Vacancy: volunteer Chair of Finance Committee

Vacancies for two one-bedroom flats

£500 donation from Cam Valley Crematorium

Planning approval for new almshouses in Saffron Walden

Vacancy: Fundraising Manager

Vacancy for a one-bedroom flat

Saffron Walden Initiative gets up to speed with Almshouses’ plans

Tim completes Ride London in aid of the Almshouses

Vacancy: Health, Safety & Compliance Manager

Vacancy for a one-bedroom flat

Come and find out about our plans for the future!

Carols at the Almshouses

Carol Concert at Saffron Walden Almshouses

Trustee vacancy

Saffron Walden Museum Summer Trail

New Job Vacancy – Admin Assistant

Hosting The Almshouse Association Seminar

Welcome donation from Langley Fête

Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II 1926–2022

The Queen’s Platinum Jubilee

Almshouse Association 75th Anniversary

Fête de la Musique comes to the Almshouses!

Daphne is our first Lifetime Trustee

Resident’s new business

Spreading Easter cheer

Sprinkling of snow!

Our best wishes to Richard

Easter Eggs!

Uttlesford Food Bank Volunteers ‘thank you’ lunch

Christmas 2019 news

Almshouse Association Christmas gift

Longstanding Trustee retires

Judging done!

Colouring Competition reminder

Our Colouring Competition at ‘More in Common’ event

New Estate Officer

Farewell to Ali!

STAFF VACANCY – Join our team!

Almshouse Director receives Community Champion award

Open Day to view two-bed bungalow

Conversion and renovation of Daniel’s Bungalow

Daniel’s Bungalow: Work starts!

Introduction of Parking Management on Almshouse site

Prime’s Close redevelopment proposal: Well-attended public presentation

Prime’s Close redevelopment proposal: Notice of public presentation

Renovation of Daniel’s Bungalow

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