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The Hollies Childrens Home, Sidcup, Kent
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The Hollies Childrens Home, Sidcup, Kent
Aerial view of The Hollies, the Greenwich & Deptford Unions cottage homes at Lamorbey, near Sidcup, Kent, opened in 1902 to house pauper children away from the workhouse. At the centre can be seen the old mansion after which the site was named
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Cottage Cottages Deptford Fields Greenwich Hollies Homes L Aw Lamorbey Mansion Opened Pauper Paupers Poor Poverty Schools Shelter Sidcup Workhouse Workhouses 1902
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This aerial photograph captures The Hollies Children's Home in Sidcup, Kent, a site established in 1902 by the Greenwich and Deptford Unions to provide shelter and care for pauper children, separated from the workhouse system. The image reveals the idyllic rural setting of the homes, with the old mansion at the heart of the site, which gave the estate its name. The Edwardian-era mansion, surrounded by lush green fields and gardens, stands in stark contrast to the hardships and poverty that the children had previously endured. The Hollies was designed to accommodate up to 250 children, who were provided with education, training, and a nurturing environment. The image shows several cottage homes scattered around the estate, creating a sense of community and family. The children were taught various skills, such as farming, gardening, and domestic work, to prepare them for a better future. The Hollies was a significant step forward in the history of child welfare, as it aimed to provide a more humane and effective alternative to the workhouse system. The site's peaceful and rural location allowed the children to enjoy a healthier and more balanced upbringing, away from the urban poverty and squalor that characterized their previous lives. The photograph, taken in the 1950s, offers a glimpse into the past, providing a historical record of a time when social welfare institutions played a crucial role in addressing the needs of the most vulnerable members of society. Today, The Hollies stands as a testament to the compassionate efforts of those who sought to improve the lives of pauper children and provide them with a brighter future.
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