Fulham Workhouse, south west London
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Fulham Workhouse, south west London
A view of the Fulham workhouse on Fulham Palace Road, south west London. Designed by Alfred Gilbert, the main building (left) was erected in 1848-9. The site later became Fulham Hospital and then Charing Cross Hospital
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1840s 1848 Charing Fulham Gilbert Health L Aw Main Poor Poverty Workhouse Workhouses
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This evocative photograph captures the imposing facade of the Fulham Workhouse, located on Fulham Palace Road in south west London. The main building, designed by renowned sculptor Alfred Gilbert, was constructed between 1848 and 1849. During the Victorian and Edwardian eras, workhouses like this one served as institutions for the poor and destitute, providing shelter, food, and basic care in exchange for hard labor. The historical significance of this site is multifaceted. In its early years, the Fulham Workhouse was a crucial component of the English Poor Law system, which aimed to provide relief to the impoverished population while also encouraging self-sufficiency. Over time, however, the conditions within workhouses became notorious for their harshness and deplorable living conditions. After the establishment of the National Health Service in 1948, the Fulham Workhouse was repurposed as Fulham Hospital. Later, in the 1970s, it became part of Charing Cross Hospital, which continues to serve the local community today as a prominent medical and healthcare facility. This photograph, taken in 1905, offers a glimpse into the past, revealing the grandeur and intricacy of the workhouse's architecture. Despite its storied history, the building remains a testament to the resilience and adaptability of the community, as well as a reminder of the social and economic conditions that once shaped the lives of countless individuals in Victorian and Edwardian England.
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