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Union Workhouse, Haverfordwest, Pembrokeshire, Wales

Union Workhouse, Haverfordwest, Pembrokeshire, Wales


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Union Workhouse, Haverfordwest, Pembrokeshire, Wales

The Haverfordwest Union workhouse, designed by William Owen, was opened in 1839. It was later known as Priory Mount and then as St Thomas Hospital

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This evocative photograph captures the imposing presence of the Haverfordwest Union Workhouse, located in the picturesque town of Haverfordwest, Pembrokeshire, Wales. Designed by architect William Owen and opened in 1839, this historic building served as a place of last resort for the destitute and the poor during the Victorian and Edwardian eras. The workhouse system, established under the Poor Law Amendment Act of 1834, aimed to provide a deterrent to able-bodied paupers, who were required to enter the workhouse in order to receive relief. Conditions within these institutions were often harsh, with long hours of labor, meager rations, and strict discipline enforced. This particular workhouse, later known as Priory Mount and then St. Thomas Hospital, was built to accommodate up to 500 inmates. The image, taken around 1905, shows the building in its later years, with its red-brick facade and grand Victorian architecture standing proudly against the backdrop of the Welsh countryside. The Haverfordwest Union Workhouse was more than just a place of hardship and poverty. It also served as a hospital, providing medical care for the sick and the infirm. The building's transformation into St. Thomas Hospital in the early 20th century reflects the evolving role of workhouses in the provision of social welfare services. This photograph offers a glimpse into the history of poverty and social welfare in Wales during the 1830s and beyond. The Haverfordwest Union Workhouse, with its imposing presence and rich history, remains an important part of the town's heritage and a reminder of the challenges faced by those in need during a time of great social and economic change.

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