St Anns Girls Home, Ambleside

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St Anns Girls Home, Ambleside

A view of the St Annes Home for Girls, Ambleside, Westmorland. The home was opened in 1907 by the Waifs and Strays Society. Date: 1911

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© Mary Evans/Peter Higginbotham Collection

Ambleside Annes Homes Opened Strays Waifs Welfare Westmorland 1907 Childrens

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This evocative photograph captures the picturesque St. Anne's Home for Girls in Ambleside, Westmorland, as it looked in 1911. Nestled amidst the scenic beauty of the English Lake District, the home was established in 1907 by the Waifs and Strays Society, a renowned children's charity dedicated to providing shelter, care, and welfare for destitute, neglected, and orphaned children. The image reveals a tranquil scene of the red-brick building with its tall chimneys, surrounded by lush greenery and a serene lake in the backdrop. The girls, dressed in their Sunday best, can be seen playing and enjoying the sunny day on the expansive lawn. The home's garden, adorned with colorful flowers, adds to the idyllic setting. The Waifs and Strays Society, founded in 1881, played a significant role in the social welfare of children in need. St. Anne's Home in Ambleside was just one of the many children's homes they operated across the United Kingdom. The Society's mission was to provide a safe and nurturing environment for children, offering them a chance to grow and thrive, away from the harsh realities of their previous lives. This photograph serves as a poignant reminder of the past, offering a glimpse into the history of children's homes and the vital role they played in the lives of countless children over the years. The image's timeless beauty and the heartwarming scene of children at play evoke feelings of nostalgia and gratitude for the tireless efforts of organizations like the Waifs and Strays Society.

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