St John's Hospice

St John's House (also known as St John's Hospice) is a Grade II* listed building in the South Wales town of Bridgend, the oldest habitable building in the town. The original building dates from the 16th century at the latest. The house has been occupied by many residents over the centuries, notably the Order of St John of Jerusalem, who purchased it in 1920. An earlier connection with the Order of St John is suggested by the a medieval carved stone tablet which was originally on an outside wall, and it may have been used as a hospice for pilgrims, a theory supported by its location, close to the castle. It is currently owned and managed by St John’s House Trust (Bridgend), a registered charity formed in 2012, which aims to preserve the historical, architectural and constructional heritage that may exist in and around St John's House, for the benefit of the local community. It is run by volunteers and is open to the public twice a month.