Home > Europe > United Kingdom > England > Surrey > Lingfield
Griffith Home, Lingfield Colony, Surrey
Wall Art and Photo Gifts from Mary Evans Picture Library
Griffith Home, Lingfield Colony, Surrey
The Griffith Home of the Lingfield Colony, Surrey. Originally set up to train unemployed men in agricultural work, the colony was later used to house inebriates and then epilepsy sufferers. Date: July 1947
Mary Evans Picture Library makes available wonderful images created for people to enjoy over the centuries
Media ID 14126506
© Mary Evans/Peter Higginbotham Collection
1947 Agricultural Colony Epilepsy Griffith Inebriates Lingfield Originally Sufferers Surrey Unemployed
FEATURES IN THESE COLLECTIONS
> Europe
> United Kingdom
> England
> Surrey
> Lingfield
> Transportation
> Trains
EDITORS COMMENTS
1. Title: A Historical Snapshot of Griffith Home, Lingfield Colony, Surrey (July 1947) This evocative photograph captures the Griffith Home, situated within the Lingfield Colony in Surrey, England, during the summer of 1947. The Lingfield Colony, established in the late 19th century, initially aimed to provide training for unemployed men in agricultural work. However, its purpose evolved over the years, eventually serving as a home for individuals dealing with social issues. In this image, we see the Griffith Home, which once functioned as a residential facility for inebriates and later for epilepsy sufferers. The building, with its red-brick exterior and tall, arched windows, stands proudly amidst the lush, green landscape, surrounded by trees and farmland. The serene atmosphere of the image contrasts with the challenges faced by the residents within its walls. The original intention of the Lingfield Colony was to address unemployment by offering practical agricultural training. Yet, as societal needs changed, the focus shifted to accommodate those struggling with alcohol addiction and epilepsy. This photograph serves as a poignant reminder of the evolving nature of social services and the compassionate efforts to support individuals during challenging times. The Griffith Home, with its rich history, continues to be an intriguing piece of Surrey's past. This photograph, taken in July 1947, offers a glimpse into the past, providing a valuable historical record of a time when community care took on new meanings and forms. This image is part of the extensive collection at Mary Evans Picture Library and is available for licensing for various uses, including educational, editorial, and personal projects. For more information, please visit the Mary Evans Picture Library website.
MADE IN AUSTRALIA
Safe Shipping with 30 Day Money Back Guarantee
FREE PERSONALISATION*
We are proud to offer a range of customisation features including Personalised Captions, Color Filters and Picture Zoom Tools
SECURE PAYMENTS
We happily accept a wide range of payment options so you can pay for the things you need in the way that is most convenient for you
* Options may vary by product and licensing agreement. Zoomed Pictures can be adjusted in the Cart.
