Whilst we do not currently have any resident vacancies, you are more than welcome to contact us for eligibility requirements and request to be added to a waiting list.
An Almshouse charity aiming to provide independent living, for eligible older people with links to the Shropshire area.
About us
Preston Trust Homes is a modern purpose-built building in Newport, Shropshire. Each of the fourteen self-contained apartments for single or dual occupancy are equipped with a modern wet-room, kitchen, double bedroom and lounge/dining area. A large communal lounge, kitchen and gardens are also available to residents.
The premises is managed part-time and provides 24 hour emergency alarms, ensuring peace of mind to encourage independent living.
The provision is available for older people in need of accommodation in the county of Shropshire. Please enquire for information about further eligible requirements within the charitable aims of Preston Trust Homes.
History
Previously known as Preston Hospital, the Trust was originally founded by Lady Catherine Herbert, the daughter of the 1st Earl of Bradford. £6000 was left to house twelve widows and twelve girls. Over the years, family members’ estates and contributions were used to build and extend a premises in Preston upon the Weald Moors, followed by investment to ensure future funds to increase pensions, pay for coal, bedding and furniture and funeral expenses.
Now relocated to Newport, Shropshire, Preston Trust Homes is a purpose built Almshouse able to provide modern facilities and a high standard of living, making a viable charity able to meet its aims.
Preston Trust Homes is unusual in that the trust is still run by the original family; currently the 7th Earl of Bradford.
The Hall, previous Preston Trust Homes property, Preston upon the Weald Moors
cc-by-sa/2.0 – © Humphrey Bolton – geograph.org.uk/p/101653
