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Junior recreation room, NIPRCC East Harling, Norfolk
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Junior recreation room, NIPRCC East Harling, Norfolk
Junior recreation room at the East Harling, Norfolk, branch of the National Institutions for Persons Requiring Care and Control, an organisation privately run by the Rev Harold Burden to house feeble minded children. The site, at Kenninghall, was originally the Guiltcross Union workhouse. In 1904 it had become the Eastern Counties Inebriates Reformatory, also run by Burden
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1. Title: A Place of Care and Comfort: The Junior Recreation Room at NIPRCC, East Harling, Norfolk, 1914 This evocative photograph captures the Junior Recreation Room at the National Institutions for Persons Requiring Care and Control (NIPRCC) in East Harling, Norfolk, in 1914. The room, part of a charitable organization privately run by the Reverend Harold Burden, was established to provide housing and care for feeble-minded children. The site, originally the Guiltcross Union workhouse, had a rich and complex history. In 1904, it became the Eastern Counties Inebriates Reformatory, also under Burden's management. The transformation from a workhouse for the poor and destitute to a charitable institution for children with special needs reflects the evolving attitudes towards care and philanthropy during this period. The Junior Recreation Room is filled with light and warmth, creating an inviting atmosphere. Tables and chairs are arranged to encourage social interaction and learning, while the presence of nurses and caring staff members suggests a focus on both care and control. The children appear engaged in various activities, demonstrating the importance of leisure and recreation in their daily lives. The historical significance of this image lies in its depiction of a charitable organization that sought to provide a safe and nurturing environment for children in need during a time when such resources were scarce. The room's welcoming atmosphere stands in stark contrast to the harsh conditions of the workhouse era, reflecting the progress made in the field of care and philanthropy. This photograph offers a glimpse into the past, providing valuable insights into the history of care and support for vulnerable children in Norfolk and beyond. The image is a poignant reminder of the transformative power of compassion and the importance of creating spaces that foster growth and development for those in need.
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