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Former Cunninghame Combination Poorhouse, Irvine, Ayrshire
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Former Cunninghame Combination Poorhouse, Irvine, Ayrshire
Former Cunninghame Combination Poorhouse, Irvine, Ayrshire - main building 2001 Date: 2001
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Former Cunninghame Combination Poorhouse, Irvine, Ayrshire - Main Building 2001: A Haunting Reminder of Scotland's Social History This evocative photograph captures the main building of the Former Cunninghame Combination Poorhouse in Irvine, Ayrshire, Scotland, as it appeared in the year 2001. The Poorhouse, also known as the Workhouse, was a place of last resort for the destitute, the infirm, and the elderly in Scotland during the 19th and early 20th centuries. The Cunninghame Combination Poorhouse was established in 1777, and this imposing stone structure was built in 1848 to replace an older, smaller facility. It was designed to accommodate up to 500 inmates, who were required to work in exchange for shelter and sustenance. The regime was strict, with long hours, harsh punishments, and meager rations intended to deter able-bodied adults from entering the workhouse and relying on public assistance. By the late 20th century, however, the social safety net had expanded, and the need for such institutions had diminished. The Cunninghame Combination Poorhouse closed its doors in 1960, and the building fell into disrepair. In the photograph, we see the main building standing empty and forlorn, its once-grand façade now marred by the ravages of time and neglect. Today, the Former Cunninghame Combination Poorhouse is a haunting reminder of Scotland's social history, a testament to the hardships and challenges faced by those who lived in poverty during a time when the state offered few safety nets. The image invites us to reflect on the past and consider the progress that has been made in addressing the needs of the most vulnerable members of society.
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