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Grays Almshouse

1 Grays Alms House, East Street, Taunton, Somerset, TA1 3NA

  • 17 Sep 2026
  • | In person
  • | Pre-booking not required
  • | Site opening

As part of the National Heritage Open Days, Taunton Heritage Trust will be opening Grays Almshouse and Chapel on Thursday 17th September.

This Grade I Listed building is only open once a year, so please come and join us to see our wonderful Almshouse Chapel with its beautiful painted ceiling. Volunteers will be on site to give you a flavour of the history of the Taunton Almshouses and how we still provide accommodation today! Grays Almshouses date from 1635 and were founded by Robert Gray, a London merchant, born in Taunton in 1570.

Please note: There is no parking available at this site.

Timings

Thursday 17 September:
1000-1300

Location & directions

1 Grays Alms House, East Street, Taunton, Somerset, TA1 3NA

Contact on day:
Natalie Woodgate
Telephone number:
+441823335348

Booking information

Pre-booking requirement:
Pre-booking not required

Accessibility details

Steps leading to the entrance and around the building. Uneven floor. Steps in the garden could also be a slip hazard.

Additional information

For health and safety we will only be able to admit a maximum number of visitors each tour. The event can get busy so please arrive earlier to secure your tour. Donations welcome.

Max number of people:
100
Estimated duration:
20 minute(s)

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