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Wheatenhurst Union Workhouse, Eastington
The Wheatenhurst Union workhouse at Chippenham Platt, Eastington, Gloucestershire. The main building (right) has a greenhouse attached. A large pond is in the foreground. The building was an enlargement in 1836 of an existing parish workhouse, with Mr Fulljames as architect
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This evocative photograph captures the Wheatenhurst Union Workhouse at Chippenham Platt in Eastington, Gloucestershire, as it stood in the early 1910s. The main building, designed by architect Mr. Fulljames in an enlargement of the existing parish workhouse in 1836, is depicted on the right-hand side of the image. The Victorian and Edwardian eras, during which this workhouse operated, were marked by significant social and economic change, including the rise of industrialization and the increasing numbers of paupers seeking relief from the harsh realities of poverty. The workhouse, with its imposing facade and greenhouse extension, served as a last resort for those who had no other means of support. The large pond in the foreground, reflecting the building and the surrounding trees, adds a sense of stillness and tranquility to the scene, in stark contrast to the hardships endured by those who lived within its walls. The Wheatenhurst Union Workhouse, like many others of its kind, was a symbol of the law's harsh treatment of the poor. Its cold, damp interiors and regimented routines were designed to discourage residents from seeking admission. Yet, for many, it was the only refuge available during times of extreme need. As we gaze upon this historical image, we are reminded of the complex and often overlooked history of poverty and homelessness in our communities. The Wheatenhurst Union Workhouse stands as a poignant reminder of a time when the plight of the pauper was a matter of public concern and the responsibility of society as a whole.
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