Exeter Workhouse
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Exeter Workhouse
The frontage of the Exeter Incorporation workhouse erected in 1701at Heavitree, Exeter, and designed by Ralph Mitchell. The building was severely damaged by bombing in World War Two. Date: 1905
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This evocative photograph, taken in 1905, captures the imposing frontage of the Exeter Incorporation Workhouse, located in Heavitree, Exeter. Designed by renowned architect Ralph Mitchell and erected in 1701, this historic building was once a vital institution in the community, providing shelter and assistance to the city's paupers. The Workhouse system, established during Elizabethan times, was designed to provide relief to the destitute, able-bodied poor, who were required to work in exchange for their keep. The grand facade of the Exeter Workhouse, with its intricate stonework and tall, arched windows, speaks to the dignity and order that was intended to be instilled in its inhabitants. However, the image also carries an undeniable air of solemnity and restraint, reflecting the harsh realities of life for those who sought refuge within its walls. Sadly, this historic building, which had stood for over three centuries, was severely damaged during World War Two. The bombing raids of the early 1940s left the Workhouse in ruins, a poignant reminder of the destructive power of conflict. Today, the site stands as a testament to the past, a reminder of the complex social history of Exeter, and a symbol of the resilience of the human spirit.
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