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Parish Workhouse, Frittenden, Kent
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Parish Workhouse, Frittenden, Kent
A large timber framed building that once served as the Frittenden parish workhouse, Kent. An oast house stands at the left
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Hedge L Aw Lane Oast Parish Pauper Paupers Poor Poverty Timber Workhouse Workhouses
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures the historic Parish Workhouse of Frittenden, Kent, a large timber-framed building that once stood as a place of last resort for the destitute and the poor in the early 1900s. The workhouse, located in a quintessentially English rural village, was a stark reminder of the harsh realities of poverty during this era. The imposing structure, with its intricate timber framing and weathered facade, is a testament to the architectural history of the region. The building's design, with its symmetrical windows and gabled roof, reflects the strict rules and regulations that governed the lives of its inhabitants. To the left of the workhouse, an oast house stands tall, its distinctive round shape and tall chimney a common sight in the Kent countryside. The oast house, used for the production of hops, adds a contrasting element to the scene, highlighting the diversity of rural life in this part of England. The lane leading up to the workhouse, lined with hedgerows and trees, is a reminder of the isolation and seclusion that the paupers endured. The image, taken in the 1910s, offers a glimpse into a time when the law mandated that the able-bodied poor be housed in workhouses in order to prevent them from becoming a burden on the parish. This photograph is a poignant reminder of the history of poverty and housing in rural England during the early 20th century. The Parish Workhouse of Frittenden, with its timber frame and historic significance, stands as a powerful symbol of a bygone era.
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