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City of London Lunatic Asylum, Stone, Dartford, Kent
The City of London Lunatic Asylum for pauper lunatics was established in 1862 on Cotton Lane at Stone near Dartford, Kent. The buildings, designed by James Bunstone Bunning, later became City of London Mental Hospital, then Stone House Hospital
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1862 1866 Asylum Cotton Dartford Health Lane Lunatic Lunatics Mental Pauper Psychiatric Workhouse Bunning
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1. Title: City of London Lunatic Asylum at Stone, Dartford, Kent (1862) 2. Description: This evocative photograph captures the imposing facade of the City of London Lunatic Asylum, situated on Cotton Lane at Stone near Dartford, Kent. Established in 1862, this institution was built to provide care for pauper lunatics, those who could not afford private asylums or treatment. Designed by the esteemed architect James Bunstone Bunning, the asylum was a significant addition to the growing network of mental health facilities in Victorian England. 3. Background: The City of London Lunatic Asylum was a response to the increasing recognition of the need for dedicated institutions to care for the mentally ill, particularly the destitute. The asylum was initially intended to serve the City of London Corporation, which had a responsibility to care for its poor and vulnerable residents. The building was completed in 1866 and could accommodate over 500 patients. 4. Architecture and Design: James Bunstone Bunning, a prominent architect of the time, designed the asylum with a neo-classical style, reflecting the prevailing architectural trends of the 1860s. The buildings were arranged around a central quadrangle, with a chapel, laundry, kitchen, and other essential facilities. The design aimed to create a therapeutic and calming environment for the patients, with ample natural light and spacious grounds. 5. Historical Significance: The City of London Lunatic Asylum at Stone, Dartford, Kent, represents an important chapter in the history of mental health care in the UK. Its establishment marked a significant step towards providing care for the mentally ill, regardless of their ability to pay. Over the years, the institution evolved, becoming the City of London Mental Hospital and later Stone House Hospital. Today, the site stands as a testament to the progress made in mental health care and the architectural legacy of the Victorian era.
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