About Foster's Almshouses, Bristol

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Foster's Almshouse (grid reference ST586732) is a historic building on Colston Street, Bristol, England. The almshouse was founded by bequest from 15th century merchant John Foster in 1492.

The west wing of the current building was built in 1861, the north wing in 1872, and the south and east wings in 1880-83 by Foster and Wood. The Chapel of the Three Kings of Cologne, which was built for the use of those living in the Almshouse, was restored at the same time.

It has been designated by English Heritage as a grade II* listed building.

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Old City, Bristol, City of Bristol, England, United Kingdom, BS1

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