We publish regular news updates to keep our residents, the community, our donors and all stakeholders up to date with developments. Here you can access all news articles published.
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New Homes Project is progressing well
17th October 2024 Work on the Methodist chapel site is progressing well despite the challenging weather conditions. The timber-framed end wall has been removed, successfully separating the two buildings in preparation for the construction of a new brick and concrete block wall. Throughout the process, all salvageable bricks have been […]
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Open Door at Lambourn Almshouses
The recent Open Door event at the Lambourn Almshouses was a tremendous success, attracting a large number of visitors keen to see first-hand what almshouse accommodation looks like. Guests were given the opportunity to tour one of the newly refurbished homes, which showcased the high standard of care and attention […]
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Buy-a-Brick fundraiser launched
Lambourn Almshouses has launched the buy-a-brick fundraiser. Help us reach our funding goal by buying a virtual brick towards the Methodist Chapel conversion to 9 homes for those who have fallen on hard times. When you make a donation, as an acknowledgement, your name will be recorded in our buy-a-brick […]
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Work is progressing
6 September 2024: Work is progressing well on the Methodist Church site. The modern toilet block has been demolished and the main church is being stripped back to the walls to stabilise the structure. The end point is nine new affordable homes for Lambourn.
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Construction will start on 23 August
The former Methodist Chapel in Lambourn, a cherished part of the village’s history, is being given a new purpose by the Lambourn Almshouses. The once-bustling place of worship and education is undergoing a thoughtful transformation into housing for those in need, ensuring it continues to serve the community in a […]
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Construction starts in August!
12 August 2024: The long-anticipated development project to transform the former Methodist Chapel into additional almshouses will commence construction towards the end of August. This project marks a significant milestone for our community and the Lambourn Almshouses, promising to deliver 9 additional much-needed homes for those in need in Lambourn. […]
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Heritage Construction appointed as prime contractor
The trustees of the Lambourn Almshouses are delighted to announce that Heritage Construction of Longworth have been appointed prime contractor for the Almshouse Development project. The proprietor of Heritage Construction commented, “With extensive experience in the construction industry, we possess the requisite knowledge and expertise to undertake a wide range […]
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Christian Noll appointed Chair of the Trustees
At a recent trustees meeting Christian Noll was appointed chair of the Trustees of the Lambourn Almshouses. Christian has lived in Lambourn for over 25 years and is active in a number of community initiatives such as The Lambourn Junction Community Interest Company.“I am humbled that the Trustees have selected […]