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Thurgarton Incorporation Workhouse Plan
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Thurgarton Incorporation Workhouse Plan
Plan of the Thurgarton Incorporation Workhouse erected in 1824 near Southwell, Nottinghamshire. It was designed by the Rev. John T Becher and William Nicholson. Date: 1828
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1824 1828 Erected Incorporation Nicholson Nottinghamshire Plan Poor Poverty Southwell Welfare Workhouse Workhouses Becher Designed
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1. Title: Thurgarton Incorporation Workhouse Plan (1828) This historic print depicts the Thurgarton Incorporation Workhouse, which was erected in 1824 near Southwell, Nottinghamshire. Designed by the Reverend John T. Becher and William Nicholson, the workhouse was completed in 1824 as part of the larger Poor Law Amendment Act of 1834, which aimed to provide a more efficient and uniform system of social welfare for the poor in England and Wales. The plan, dated 1828, offers a detailed view of the workhouse's layout and design. The complex includes various buildings and structures intended to house and support the poor, including a master's house, a hospital, a school, a bakehouse, and a laundry. The central building, which housed the workrooms and dormitories, is surrounded by a walled yard, providing a sense of enclosure and control. The workhouse system was a controversial aspect of English social policy during this period, with critics arguing that it inhumanely separated families and forced the able-bodied poor into labor. However, its proponents believed that it would encourage self-sufficiency and reduce the burden on parish rates. The Thurgarton Incorporation Workhouse stands as an important architectural and historical artifact, shedding light on the social welfare policies and practices of the early 19th century. Its meticulous design, as shown in this print, reflects the careful planning and consideration given to the needs of the poor during this period. The Reverend John T. Becher and William Nicholson were prominent architects of their time, and their work on the Thurgarton Incorporation Workhouse is a testament to their skill and expertise in designing functional and efficient buildings for the public sector. This print offers a unique glimpse into the history of social welfare and the architectural legacy of the workhouse system in England.
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