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Union Workhouse, Mildenhall, Suffolk
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Union Workhouse, Mildenhall, Suffolk
The Mildenhall Union workhouse on Kings Way, Mildenhall, Suffolk. Opened in 1895, it replaced the previous premises elsewhere in the town which had become inadequate
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This evocative photograph captures the imposing facade of the Mildenhall Union Workhouse, located on Kings Way in the historic market town of Mildenhall, Suffolk. The workhouse, which opened in 1895, replaced an earlier, inadequate facility, and was a testament to the social and legislative changes of the late Victorian and Edwardian eras. During this period, the Poor Law Amendment Act of 1834 had fundamentally altered the way that poverty and homelessness were addressed in Britain. Workhouses, such as the one in Mildenhall, were established as a means of providing shelter and support for the destitute, in exchange for their labor. The architecture of these institutions reflected the harsh realities of the workhouse system, with their imposing gates and stark, utilitarian design. The Mildenhall Union Workhouse, with its grand entrance and intricately detailed gate, stands as a reminder of this complex and often controversial chapter in British social history. Built in the late 1890s, the workhouse would have housed and provided for the poor, the homeless, and the destitute, offering them a degree of shelter and sustenance in exchange for their labor. The building's architecture, with its ornate details and grandiosity, belies the often harsh and difficult conditions inside. This photograph, taken in 1913, offers a glimpse into the past, providing a window into a time when the social safety net was far less comprehensive than it is today. The Mildenhall Union Workhouse, with its intriguing history and architectural significance, continues to be an important part of the town's heritage, and a reminder of the complex and often challenging history of poverty and homelessness in Britain.
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