St Johns Childrens Home, Ipswich

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St Johns Childrens Home, Ipswich

Boys pose in the garden of the St Johns Childrens Home on Bloomfield Street in Ipswich. The home was opened in 1879 by the Ipswich Poor Law Union to house pauper children away from the workhouse. Date: Date unknown

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© Bubblepunk/Peter Higginbotham Collection

1879 Away Bloomfield Ipswich Johns Opened Pauper Poor Pose Workhouse Workhouses Childrens

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This evocative photograph captures a moment of innocence and joy in the lives of the boys residing at St John's Children's Home in Ipswich. The image, taken in the lush garden of the home on Bloomfield Street, shows a group of boys posing for the camera, dressed in their Sunday best. Established in 1879 by the Ipswich Poor Law Union, St John's Children's Home was created to provide a sanctuary for pauper children, keeping them away from the harsh conditions of the workhouse. The home offered these children a sense of security and stability, providing them with education, training, and a nurturing environment. The garden, filled with vibrant flowers and lush greenery, served as a source of solace and recreation for the boys. The photograph offers a glimpse into the past, providing us with a poignant reminder of the importance of care and compassion for children in need.

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