Nottingham Union Workhouse
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Nottingham Union Workhouse
The administrative block of the Nottingham Union Workhouse at Bagthorpe, opened in 1903. The site later became Nottingham City Hospital. Date: 2000
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1. Title: A Glimpse into the Past: Nottingham Union Workhouse, 2000. This evocative black-and-white photograph captures the administrative block of the Nottingham Union Workhouse at Bagthorpe, as it stood in the year 2000. Opened in 1903, this historic building once served as a place of last resort for the destitute, the sick, and the elderly in Nottingham, England. The Workhouse system, established in England during the 16th century, was a means of providing relief to the impoverished population. In exchange for shelter, food, and other essentials, paupers were required to work in various tasks, such as spinning, weaving, or farming. The aim was to promote self-sufficiency and discourage idleness. The Nottingham Union Workhouse, with its imposing architecture and austere appearance, stands as a testament to the harsh realities of life for those who relied on its provisions. The building's high, barred windows, and the surrounding walls, served to keep out the outside world, while the internal layout was designed to enforce discipline and order. By the late 20th century, the social landscape had changed significantly. The Nottingham Union Workhouse was no longer in use, and the site later became Nottingham City Hospital. This photograph offers a poignant reminder of a bygone era, when the Workhouse represented both a place of hardship and a last hope for those in need. The photograph, taken in 2000, invites us to reflect on the history of social welfare in Nottingham and the broader context of the lives of those who sought refuge within its walls. It serves as a poignant reminder of the past and the ongoing evolution of social care in our communities.
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