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Rowton House, Whitechapel - Dining Hall
Dining hall of the Rowton House on Fieldgate Street, Whitechapel. Rowton Houses, of which six were erected around London, were large, purpose-built, low-cost hostels or doss-houses for working men. They were established by Lord Rowton (Montagu William Lowry Corry. Date: 1902
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Rowton House, Whitechapel: A Refuge for the Working Class in Early 20th Century London This evocative photograph captures the dining hall of Rowton House on Fieldgate Street in Whitechapel, East London, around the year 1902. Established by the philanthropist and businessman, Lord Montagu William Lowry Corry, also known as Lord Rowton, the Rowton Houses were a groundbreaking initiative to provide affordable and decent accommodation for working men in London. With six such houses erected around the city, they offered a much-needed alternative to the overcrowded and unsanitary conditions of the traditional workhouses or doss-houses. The dining hall in this image reflects the communal spirit and practicality of the Rowton Houses. Long tables laden with food stretch out from the kitchen, where women in aprons can be seen preparing meals. The men, dressed in their work clothes, sit together, sharing a meal and conversation, creating a sense of camaraderie and community. The simple yet functional decor, with its exposed brick walls and large windows, speaks to the utilitarian ethos of the Rowton Houses. This photograph offers a glimpse into the daily life of the working men who sought refuge in the Rowton Houses. It also highlights the role of Lord Rowton, a visionary philanthropist, who recognized the need for affordable housing and took action to improve the living conditions of London's working class. The Rowton Houses represented a significant step towards addressing the housing crisis in London during the early 20th century and provided a model for future social housing initiatives.
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