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Entrance to Ashford Residential School, Surrey
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Entrance to Ashford Residential School, Surrey
Located on Woodthorpe Road, at Ashford, near Staines, Surrey, and opened in 1872 as the West London District School, it provided accommodation away from the workhouse for pauper children from the Fulham, Hammersmith, Paddington, and St George Hanover Square Unions. Part of the site is now occupied by HM Prison Bronzefield
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1872 Accommodation Ashford Fulham Gates Hammersmith Hanover Paddington Pauper Poverty Prison Staines Unions Workhouse Workhouses Woodthorpe
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Step back in time with this evocative image of the entrance to Ashford Residential School, located on Woodthorpe Road in Ashford, near Staines, Surrey. Established in 1872 as the West London District School, this institution provided essential accommodation for pauper children from the Fulham, Hammersmith, Paddington, and St George Hanover Square Unions, offering them a respite from the harsh conditions of the workhouse. The historic gates, adorned with intricate ironwork, stand as a testament to the past, inviting visitors to explore the grounds of this once-prominent educational establishment. The school's history is deeply rooted in the social fabric of the time, reflecting the challenges faced by those living in poverty in the late 19th century. The site of the Ashford Residential School now partially houses HM Prison Bronzefield, a stark reminder of the transformations that have taken place over the years. This photograph offers a glimpse into the past, inviting us to reflect on the history of social welfare and the evolution of our communities. This image is a poignant reminder of the importance of providing shelter and care for those in need, a legacy that continues to resonate in our society today. The gates of the Ashford Residential School stand proudly, inviting us to ponder the past and consider the future.
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