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Foundling Hospital, Redhill, Surrey
The Foundling Hospital at Redhill, Surrey. The Hospital was founded in 1739 by Captain Thomas Coram and in 1741 began construction of premises at Bloomsbury Fields, London. In 1926, the Hospital moved to new premises at Redhill in Surrey
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1739 1740s 1741 Babies Bloomsbury Coram Fields Foundling Homeless Homes Orphan Orphans Poverty Premises Red Hill Surrey Workhouse Workhouses 1926 1927
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This evocative photograph captures the historic Foundling Hospital at Redhill in Surrey, which opened its doors in 1926 as the new home for the charity that had been providing shelter and care for homeless and abandoned babies in London since 1739. Founded by Captain Thomas Coram, a retired sea captain deeply moved by the plight of destitute children, the hospital began construction of its premises at Bloomsbury Fields in 1741. Over the next century, the institution grew to become a vital refuge for thousands of children, providing them with a home, education, and a chance at a better future. By the 1920s, the increasing population and changing social conditions necessitated a move to larger premises, and the hospital relocated to Redhill in Surrey. The new building, designed to accommodate the growing number of children in need, stands proudly in this photograph, a testament to the enduring legacy of Captain Coram and the Foundling Hospital. The 18th century building at Bloomsbury Fields, which had served as the hospital's home for nearly two centuries, was a workhouse-style institution, with children often separated from their mothers at birth and raised in communal living conditions. However, the move to Redhill marked a new era for the charity, with a focus on creating a more homelike environment for the children. This photograph, taken in the 1920s, offers a glimpse into the history of the Foundling Hospital and the important role it played in providing care and support for vulnerable children throughout the centuries. The image speaks to the resilience and compassion of those who founded and worked at the hospital, and serves as a reminder of the ongoing need to address the issue of child poverty and homelessness in our society.
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