Pilgrims' Cloisters was built in the 1830's, on land donated by William Peacock, a Victorian benefactor, to provide a home for the elderly and poor of Camberwell.  His sole condition was to be buried in the grounds of the home.  To this day, in the centre of the garden, a small memorial stone remains, dedicated to William Peacock and his wife.  The home, was Grade 2 Listed, and built in classic "Alms House" style, and set around four sides of a garden square.  Entered through a gated archway, the building still contains a "Chapel" and retains many of its original features.

This was a very 'price sensitive' development, designed to achieve interest in recessionary times. The 40 fabulous starter homes started from £29,995, were all one room flats and arranged in 2 storeys around the central landscaped square.  Though small, they were big in character, most had separate kitchens, and many also had private yards or small gardens.

Year: 1992