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Hospital of ST Cross and Almshouse of Noble Poverty

Registered charity 202751, on the register since 12 March 1969. The 8,157th largest charity in England and Wales by income.

What it says it does

The Hospital of St Cross, In Winchester, Hampshire is the oldest almshouse in England. Up to 25 elderly gentlemen live in self-contained accommodation. The public (mediaeval) buildings and the gardens are open to the public throughout the year. The fine transitional Norman Church is the place of worship for the parishioners of St Faith's parish

In the charity's own words, as filed with the Charity Commission.

Its causes

Accommodation/housingEnvironment/conservation/heritageThe Prevention Or Relief Of Poverty

Where it works

Hampshire

Check it yourself

Its entry on the Charity Commission register · its own website

Figures are the latest the charity has reported to the Charity Commission, current to 27 September 2026. How this site works.