Almshouses
The Corsham Almshouses, Free School and Master’s House were founded and endowed in 1668 by Lady Margaret Hungerford, to accommodate six poor people, and to educate ten poor scholars. Virtually unchanged in 350 years, the buildings retain most of their original features and represent a fine example of 17th Century social provision. The almshouses, still in private occupation, are connected at the rear by a charming covered Pentice or Cloister walk giving covered access to the outbuildings (communal privy), the water well, and 6 small walled yards for storing fuel. The schoolroom still has its original pulpit, box pews, master’s chair and pupils’ benches and conjures up graphic visions of life in those times.
The Hungerford Almshouses
Pound Pill, Corsham, Wiltshire SN15 9HT
The School Room and Master's House. Open Tue-Sat 11am-4pm.
