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Belmont Hospital, Sutton, Surrey
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Belmont Hospital, Sutton, Surrey
Belmont Hospital, Brighton Road, Sutton. It began life in 1853 as the South Metropolitan District School, housing pauper children away from the workhouse. In 1908 it became Fulhams Belmont workhouse, later known as Belmont Hospital, then renamed the Henderson Hospital in 1958
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1850s 1853 1958 Belmont Brighton Fulham Health Henderson L Aw Metropolitan Pauper Poor Poverty Sutton Workhouse Workhouses
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Belmont Hospital, Sutton: A Historical Overview of a Victorian Institution This evocative photograph of Belmont Hospital, located on Brighton Road in Sutton, Surrey, offers a glimpse into the rich history of this once-famous institution. The building began its life in 1853 as the South Metropolitan District School, a place where pauper children were housed and educated, keeping them away from the harsh conditions of the workhouse. The school was an essential part of the Poor Law system, which aimed to provide for the destitute and vulnerable members of society. By 1908, the building had been transformed into Fulham's Belmont Workhouse, a name it would keep until 1958. During this period, the focus of the institution shifted from education to healthcare and welfare. The workhouse system, which had long been criticized for its harsh conditions, was gradually replaced by more humane approaches to caring for the poor and sick. Belmont Hospital became a symbol of the changing social landscape of the time, reflecting the growing recognition of the importance of medical care and social support for those in need. The Edwardian era saw significant improvements in healthcare and social services, and Belmont Hospital was at the forefront of these developments. In 1958, the hospital was renamed the Henderson Hospital, marking another chapter in its history. The 1950s brought further advances in medical care and social welfare, and Henderson Hospital continued to provide essential services to the community. This photograph captures the grandeur and history of Belmont Hospital, a testament to the evolving nature of social and medical care in the UK. From its origins as a school for pauper children to its transformation into a modern hospital, Belmont Hospital stands as a reminder of the progress made in caring for the most vulnerable members of society.
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