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St Anne's Almshouses

St Anne's Hospital, Boroughgate, Appleby-in-Westmorland, Cumbria, CA16 6XQ

  • Multiple dates available
  • | In person
  • | Pre-booking not required
  • | Site opening

St. Anne’s Hospital was founded by Lady Anne Clifford in 1653 and for more than 350 years, ageing, widowed, or single ladies have lived there rent free. The building is Grade II* listed on the National Heritage List for England.

All thirteen Almshouses were recently refurbished in a major project to modernise the fabric of the buildings. Each house is lived in by a single lady, as set out in the original Trust Deeds and are built around a quiet, cobbled courtyard. It has been described as 'one of the most peaceful and perfectly preserved places in the Eden Valley.'

If you see any of the residents, just say hello! They are often happy to tell you more about the building’s history. You can ask to see inside the chapel, and a small donation for its upkeep is always appreciated.

Timings

Saturday 19 September:
1000-1600
Sunday 20 September:
1000-1600

Location & directions

St Anne's Hospital, Boroughgate, Appleby-in-Westmorland, Cumbria, CA16 6XQ

Directions:
Head up Boroughgate on the left hand side toward the Castle, and the Almshouses are about halfway up.
Contact on day:
Appleby Town Council
Telephone number:
+441768351177

Booking information

Pre-booking requirement:
Pre-booking not required

Accessibility details

Cobbled and uneven pathways

Additional information

Parking in the centre of town is disc display for 2/3 hours, depending on signage. Limited disabled bays are available a short walk from the event. Discs available from TIC and most shops. A free car park is available on Holme Street, CA16 6QU.

Estimated duration:
30 minute(s)

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