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Goldie Leigh Childrens Cottage Homes, Bostall Woods, Plumst
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Goldie Leigh Childrens Cottage Homes, Bostall Woods, Plumst
Entrance to the Woolwich Unions Goldie Leigh cottage homes at Bostall Heath, Plumstead, erected in 1899 to house pauper children away from the workhouse. The name Goldie Leigh comes from the surnames of two families connected with the area. From 1914, the site was used by the Metropolitan Asylums Board for treating infectious conditions such as ringworm. Date: 1905
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1899 Area Asylums Connected Cottage Erected Families Goldie Heath Homes Leigh Metropolitan Pauper Plumstead Unions Woolwich Workhouse
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This evocative photograph captures the entrance to the Goldie Leigh Cottage Homes at Bostall Heath, Plumstead, built in 1899 as a sanctuary for pauper children, providing them with a respite from the harsh conditions of the workhouse. The name Goldie Leigh was derived from the surnames of two local families with connections to the area. Initially, these charming cottage-style homes were overseen by the Woolwich Union, part of the larger Metropolitan Asylums Board. The idyllic setting of Bostall Woods offered a tranquil environment for the children, a stark contrast to their previous living conditions. However, by 1914, the site's purpose shifted as it was repurposed by the Metropolitan Asylums Board to accommodate children suffering from infectious conditions, such as ringworm. This photograph, taken in 1905, showcases the picturesque entrance to the Goldie Leigh Cottage Homes, with its quaint gate and lush greenery. Despite the eventual change in the site's purpose, this image stands as a testament to the initial intentions of providing a nurturing environment for children in need. The Goldie Leigh Cottage Homes at Bostall Heath, Plumstead, represent a significant chapter in the history of child welfare, demonstrating the commitment of local authorities to improve the lives of vulnerable children during a time when such resources were scarce.
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