We have a vacancy for a one-bedroomed almshouse in the beautiful Bluecoat Square, behind The Bluecoat building on Upper Northgate Street.
The traditional two-storey almshouse is unfurnished and comprises one bedroom, a bathroom, living room and kitchen with white goods. It features a flower bed to the front of the accommodation and use of a shared courtyard and garden in a community of 16 almshouses.
To be considered eligible, you must meet all of the following criteria:
- Be aged approximately sixty years or over;
- Must be capable of independent living and climbing stairs;
- Have a strong connection with Chester, for example you reside or have resided here or have a family connection;
- Have limited financial resources and be able to demonstrate this.
The self-contained house is offered at a weekly charge of £104.50 (exclusive of bills and Council Tax) which is eligible for housing benefit, if applicable. Please note this is an almshouse licence agreement, not a tenancy, and is managed in accordance with the charity’s governing document.
You can download the application form here: Almshouse application form 26 March 2026
Alternatively, you can collect a paper copy from The Bluecoat, Upper Northgate Street, between 9am and 12pm, Monday to Friday, by pressing the buzzer for “The Chester Bluecoat Charity.”
The closing date for completed applications is Thursday 16th April 2026. Occupancy is expected to have occurred no later than 1st June 2026.
Any shortlisted applicants will be invited to an open day to view the almshouse prior to the in-person interview.
There is no parking available on site and no pets are allowed.
For all enquiries, please contact 01244 345 787 or office@thechesterbluecoatcharity.co.uk
