BACKGROUND
The Penny Royal cottages date back to 1797. The two centre properties were originally a schoolhouse flanked by a pair of cottages on each side and adjoining land was retained as allotments for the tenants. These cottages were enlarged and repaired in 1813.

In 1976 seven new properties were built and in 1991 the six old cottages were substantially renovated. Extensions with new kitchens and bathrooms were added and internal walls removed to make larger rooms. The original façade was retained.

The Almshouses are unfurnished dwellings designed with the needs of older people in mind. The aim is to provide convenient and comfortable accommodation in a setting which allows residents to live as independently as possible.

The eligibility criteria are as follows:

• Elderly
• Of limited financial means
• Of good character
• Already living in the Parish of Old Windsor or a relative of someone who lives in the Parish of Old Windsor.

NOTE: Residents are required to make a monthly contribution towards the maintaining of the almshouses of the charity.

CONTACT DETAILS
Clerk to the Trustees
36A Crimp Hill Road
Old Windsor
Berkshire
SL4 2QY

Email: clerk.owuc@gmail.com
Tel: 07444 486794

Charity number: 240660

For more details about Old Windsor United Charities, please go to the Charity Commission website.