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East Sutton Park Borstal, Kent
A horse and cart is loaded with wood at the East Sutton Park Borstal for Girls, near Maidstone, Kent. Date: circa 1947
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© Mary Evans/Peter Higginbotham Collection
1947 Borstal Loaded Maidstone Sutton
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Bring a piece of history to your morning routine with our Media Storehouse Photo Mugs. Featuring an evocative image of East Sutton Park Borstal, Kent from Mary Evans Prints Online (circa 1947), these mugs showcase a horse and cart loaded with wood against the backdrop of the girls' borstal. Each mug holds your favorite beverage while offering a daily reminder of the past. Personalize your mug with a name or message for an added touch. Relive the charm of the past, one sip at a time.
A personalised photo mug blends sentimentality with functionality, making an ideal gift for cherished loved ones, close friends, or valued colleagues. Preview may show both sides of the same mug.
Elevate your coffee or tea experience with our premium white ceramic mug. Its wide, comfortable handle makes drinking easy, and you can rely on it to be both microwave and dishwasher safe. Sold in single units, preview may show both sides of the same mug so you can see how the picture wraps around.
Mug Size is 8.1cm high x 9.6cm diameter (3.2" x 3.8")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
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1. Title: "A Day at East Sutton Park Borstal: The Horse and Cart Loaded with Firewood, Circa 1947" In this evocative photograph, we witness a moment in time at the East Sutton Park Borstal for Girls, situated in the picturesque countryside of Maidstone, Kent, circa 1947. The image captures the daily routine of the Borstal, where young girls were sent for rehabilitation and education. The scene focuses on a horse and cart, meticulously loaded with firewood, as the sun casts a warm glow over the tranquil landscape. The horse, with its steady gaze, appears calm and patient, as if understanding the importance of its role in the community. The girls, dressed in their simple yet practical uniforms, watch attentively as the wood is carefully stacked, their expressions a mix of curiosity and determination. East Sutton Park Borstal, set amidst the lush greenery of the English countryside, was an essential part of the Borstal system, which aimed to provide a more humane and effective alternative to the traditional penal institutions. The girls lived and worked on the estate, learning essential life skills, such as farming, crafts, and domestic duties. The Borstal system emphasized the importance of discipline, responsibility, and self-improvement, with the ultimate goal of reintegrating the girls back into society. This photograph offers a poignant glimpse into the daily life at East Sutton Park Borstal, a place where young girls were given the opportunity to learn, grow, and rebuild their lives. The horse and cart, loaded with firewood, serve as a reminder of the simple yet essential tasks that kept the Borstal functioning, and the girls, focused on their rehabilitation journey.
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