Hickey's Almshouses facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Hickey's Almshouses |
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| Architectural style | Neo-Tudor |
| Location | Richmond, London Borough of Richmond upon Thames, England |
| Coordinates | 51°27′45″N 0°17′25″W / 51.4624°N 0.2904°W |
| Completed | 1834 |
| Governing body | The Richmond Charities |
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Listed Building – Grade II*
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| Official name | Hickey's Almshouses, including chapel and lodges |
| Designated | 10 January 1950 |
| Reference no. | 1262108 |
Hickey's Almshouses are special homes located in Richmond, London. They are like a community where people who need a place to live can find comfortable homes. These buildings have a long history and were built to help people in need.
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A Gift for the Community
The story of Hickey's Almshouses began with a kind man named William Hickey. He passed away in 1727. In his will, he left money and properties to help people. His gift was meant to provide pensions for six men and ten women.
Later, in 1822, a generous donation from Elizabeth Doughty added more funds. This extra money helped the charity grow.
Building the Almshouses
With the increased funds, twenty new homes were built in 1834. These homes were designed by an architect named Lewis Vulliamy. They were built in a style called Neo-Tudor. This style looks a bit like old Tudor buildings, with tall chimneys.
These original buildings are very important. They are listed as Grade II* listed. This means they are special historic buildings that are protected. The listing also includes the chapel and two small gate lodges. Another block of homes was added in 1851. It was built in the same style.
Today, the property has 49 flats and cottages. It also includes a laundry and a workshop.
How the Almshouses Are Managed
The homes are managed by a group called The Richmond Charities. This group makes sure the almshouses continue to help people. New residents are usually accepted from 65 years of age.
The Chapel of St Francis
There is a chapel on the site, dedicated to St Francis. It was built in 1834, just like the main almshouses. In 1863, the chapel was made larger by an architect named Arthur Blomfield. Inside, you can find a memorial tablet from 1874. This tablet remembers William Hickey, who made the almshouses possible.
See also
- List of almshouses in the United Kingdom
