MUNICIPAL CHARITIES OF DOVER provides affordable sheltered housing for the elderly of Dover and the surrounding area. The complex is situated very near to the seafront and town centre, enabling the Residents to use all the local amenities and maintain their independence.

The complex known as Gorely House, Battle of Britain and Albany House consists of 88 flats/maisonettes/studios, or which some properties are suitable for singles, and some for couples.

For more details about each individual building please either click on the relevant button on the menu under "Houses" or click on one of the thumbnail photos on the left.

There is 24 hour emergency cover provided, with an on site Manager from Monday - Friday 9am - 5pm. At all other times the site is covered by Shepway lifeline.

For more details about Security and the Role of the Manager, please click here.

ALMHOUSES

Almshouses are unfurnished dwellings, usually specifically designed with the needs of older people in mind. They provide convenient and comfortable accommodation in a setting, which allows residents to come and go as they please, and maintain their independence.

A view of Dover Castle