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Union Workhouse, New Cross, Wolverhampton, Staffordshire
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Union Workhouse, New Cross, Wolverhampton, Staffordshire
Aerial view of the Wolverhampton Union workhouse at New Cross, Wednesfield (then Staffordshire, today part of the West Midlands district), opened in 1903 and designed by Arthur Marshall. Below and right of centre are the male wards (nearest camera) and female wards, with a central administration block between them. Above left are the laundry/boilerhouse and the workhouse infirmary
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Administration Arthur Block Blocks Boiler Infirmary L Aw Laundry Marshall Midlands Poor Poverty Staffordshire Wards Wednesfield Wolverhampton Workhouse Workhouses Boiler House
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1. Title: Aerial View of Wolverhampton Union Workhouse at New Cross, Staffordshire (1903) This evocative aerial photograph captures the imposing presence of the Wolverhampton Union Workhouse at New Cross, which opened its doors in 1903. Located in the then Staffordshire region, now part of the West Midlands district, this historic edifice was designed by the renowned architect Arthur Marshall. The image reveals a clear layout of the workhouse, with the male and female wards situated below and right of the central composition. The nearest wards, towards the camera, represent the living quarters for men, while the female wards are located further to the right. The central administration block, sandwiched between the male and female wards, served as the hub of the workhouse's operations. Above left, the laundry and boilerhouse can be seen, essential components for maintaining cleanliness and providing heat for the workhouse. The infirmary, designed to accommodate the sick and infirm, is situated above the central block. The architectural design of the workhouse reflects the Edwardian era's approach to housing the poor and needy, with a focus on efficiency and control. The Wolverhampton Union Workhouse at New Cross stands as a poignant reminder of a time when poverty and need led individuals to seek refuge in such institutions. This aerial view offers a unique perspective on this historical building, allowing us to appreciate its architectural significance and the social context in which it was built.
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