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Williams Almshouses, Pydar Street, Truro, Cornwall. 1890s
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Williams Almshouses, Pydar Street, Truro, Cornwall. 1890s
Inner courtyard with monument and resident ladies. The almshouses were built in 1631 to the memory of Henry Williams, a woollen draper in Truro. Williams died in 1629, bequeathing land and money in a charitable trust for almshouses to be built in Pydar Street to house 10 poor widows. The trust provided them with clothes and 4 shillings per week in money. The almshouses have since been demolished with the plaque moved to the gardens of the senior citizens bungalows of Williams Court, Union Street, Truro, which were built to replace the almshouses. The monument seen in the photograph was relocated to Dairyland Farm World, Tresillian Barton, Summercourt, Newquay. Photographer: Argall
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This photograph takes us back to the 1890s, offering a glimpse into the inner courtyard of Williams Almshouses in Pydar Street, Truro, Cornwall. The solemn monument stands tall amidst a serene setting, surrounded by resident ladies who found solace within these walls. Constructed in 1631 as a testament to Henry Williams' philanthropy, this charitable establishment provided shelter for ten impoverished widows. The legacy left behind by Williams ensured that these women were not only housed but also clothed and given four shillings per week. A true beacon of compassion during challenging times. Although the original almshouses have been demolished over time, their memory lives on through a plaque now nestled in the gardens of senior citizens bungalows known as Williams Court on Union Street in Truro. These new dwellings were erected with utmost care to replace the old almshouses and continue supporting those most vulnerable. The monument seen in this poignant image has also found its new home at Dairyland Farm World in Tresillian Barton near Summercourt and Newquay. It serves as a reminder of the enduring spirit of charity that once thrived within these historic walls. Through this snapshot frozen in time, we are transported to an era where acts of kindness shaped communities and offered hope to those less fortunate. This print is not just an artifact; it represents resilience, compassion, and the power of collective support that continues to inspire us today.
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