Winsley'S Almshouses

Winsley's Almshouses are almshouses founded in 1728, which incorporate a late 16th century brick house with a half H-shape. Wings were added to the east and west, extending north to form an open courtyard. These wings have since been extended to more than twice their original length towards the north in the 19th century and the present century, transforming the courtyard into a cul-de-sac. The main block features a projecting central porch with a passage through on the ground floor, original octagonal angle turrets now covered with cement, and early 18th century features. The upper storey of the porch was fitted up as a chapel. The buildings numbered 11 to 15 and 28 to 32 are constructed of early 19th century red brick, while numbers 16 to 27 are made of 18th century red and black chequer brickwork. The roofs are tiled, and the windows are double hung sashes with glazing bars, complemented by cambered doorcases.