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College of Matrons

1685 establishments in EnglandAlmshouses in SalisburyBuildings and structures completed in 1685EngvarB from September 2013Grade I listed buildings in Wiltshire
Grade I listed housesSalisbury Cathedral
College of Matrons Salisbury 3
College of Matrons Salisbury 3

The College of Matrons (or Matrons' College) is a residential building and charity within the Salisbury Cathedral Close, Wiltshire, England. It was constructed in 1682 by Seth Ward, bishop of Salisbury, as an almshouse for ten widows of clergy ordained within the diocese of Salisbury. It is on the extension of Salisbury High Street that enters the cathedral close through the North Gate. The building was listed at Grade I in 1952.

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