The Old Almshouse, Weekely, Northamptonshire

This building was originally almshouses. They were built in 1611. They were founded by Sir Edward Montagu. They were meant to provide homes for seven poor men and two widows. They were also endowed with property and land, valued at £130 per annum, to pay for their upkeep.

Location

Northamptonshire Weekley

Period

Stuart (1603 - 1713)

Tags

almshouse poor charity philanthropy Stuart (1603 - 1713)