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Union Workhouse, Wetherby, West Yorkshire
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Union Workhouse, Wetherby, West Yorkshire
The Wetherby Union workhouse was designed by J.B. and W. Atkinson and opened in 1863 on Linton Road in Wetherby, West Yorkshire. The site later became Wharfe Grange Hospital
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1863 Atkinson Grange Health L Aw Linton Poor Poverty Wetherby Wharfe Workhouse Workhouses 1860s
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This evocative photograph captures the imposing facade of the Union Workhouse in Wetherby, West Yorkshire, as it stood in the early 20th century. Designed by the architectural firm J.B. and W. Atkinson and opened in 1863, the workhouse was a product of the Victorian-era welfare system that aimed to provide shelter, food, and work for the destitute and the poor. The building, located on Linton Road, was later transformed into Wharfe Grange Hospital in 1915. The Union Workhouse was a stark reminder of the harsh realities of poverty and the social conditions that prevailed during the 1860s. The workhouse system, established under the Poor Law Amendment Act of 1834, was intended to deter able-bodied individuals from becoming reliant on public assistance. Inmates were required to work and were subjected to strict rules and regulations. The workhouse offered little comfort or privacy, and living conditions were often inhumane. Despite its grim reputation, the Union Workhouse served an essential role in the community. It provided a safety net for those in need, offering shelter, food, and medical care. This photograph offers a glimpse into the past, providing a historical record of an important chapter in the social and medical history of Wetherby and West Yorkshire. The image, taken in the early 1900s, stands as a poignant reminder of the challenges faced by those who lived in poverty during this period and the role of institutions like the Union Workhouse in providing care and support.
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