Guiltcross Collection
Step back in time and explore the history of Guiltcross, a small village in Norfolk
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Step back in time and explore the history of Guiltcross, a small village in Norfolk. Nestled within its borders lies the Guiltcross Union Workhouse, a place that holds tales of hardship and resilience. Here, men and women toiled tirelessly, seeking refuge from poverty's clutches. At the heart of this workhouse stood the NIPRCC East Harling, where inhabitants gathered for various activities. A fire drill brought them together, teaching them valuable skills to protect themselves and their fellow residents. In one corner of this bustling institution was a sewing class. Needles danced across fabrics as individuals honed their craft, stitching together garments with precision and care. Meanwhile, others engaged in mat and cone making - an art form that required patience and dexterity. Beyond these walls lay another establishment: the Inebriates Reformatory at Guiltcross. Within its confines spun wheels upon wheels as flax transformed into thread under skilled hands. This laborious process symbolized redemption for those battling addiction. Outside on the fields adjacent to NIPRCC East Harling echoed laughter as boys played football with unbridled enthusiasm. Their youthful energy breathed life into these grounds filled with stories untold. Amidst all this activity thrived gardens tended by inmates at the Inebriates Reformatory - blossoming oases amidst adversity's grip. These green spaces offered solace and respite from daily struggles while nurturing both body and soul. Not far away could be found boys tending pigs; an opportunity for responsibility bestowed upon young shoulders within these institutional walls. They learned compassion through caring for these animals who relied on them for sustenance. As we gaze upon the South front of NIPRCC East Harling today, it stands as a testament to endurance against odds stacked high like shoe mending classes held inside its very chambers – repairing not only footwear but also broken spirits along the way.