News From The Bedford, Morison and Cordery Almshouses

Our January 2025 Coffee Morning was a fruitful one, thanks to a valuable presentation from Sue Shanahan and Vicky from Trading Standards. The focus was on a crucial topic: scams.

We learned about a wide range of scams, including:

• Door-to-door scams: Unwanted visitors, 'Nottingham Knockers', bogus workmen, and pressure selling tactics.
• Telephone scams: Phishing calls, impersonation scams (e.g., HMRC, banks), and nuisance calls.
• Internet scams: Online shopping fraud, social media scams, and email scams.
• Trending scams: The latest scams circulating, such as investment scams and cryptocurrency scams.

The presentation provided valuable insights and tips on how to:

• Identify and avoid suspicious activity.
• Protect yourself from falling victim to scams.
• Report scams to the appropriate authorities.

We also had the opportunity to share our own experiences with scams, which proved to be a valuable discussion.

A Delicious Treat
The Coffee Morning was made even more enjoyable with a delicious buffet prepared by our lovely Sue and Warden Michael.

Important Contact Information
If you see anyone suspicious on our premises, please notify your wardens.


We encourage everyone to stay informed about the latest scams and take steps to protect themselves. This presentation was a valuable reminder of the importance of staying vigilant and seeking help when needed.