Lowdham Grange Borstal Institution - Farm Work
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Lowdham Grange Borstal Institution - Farm Work
Farmyard at Lowdham Grange Borstal Institution, near Nottingham. Boys are filling a cart hitched to a farm horse. Date: circa 1945
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© Mary Evans/Peter Higginbotham Collection
1945 Borstal Farmyard Filling Grange Hitched Institution Lowdham Nottingham Services Welfare
EDITORS COMMENTS
1. Title: "A Day at Lowdham Grange Borstal Institution: Farm Work and Rehabilitation, Nottingham, Circa 1945" This evocative photograph captures a moment in time at Lowdham Grange Borstal Institution, a reformative facility for young offenders located near Nottingham, England, during the mid-20th century. The image, set in the farmyard of the institution, portrays a group of boys diligently filling a cart with produce, as a farm horse stands patiently hitched nearby. Established in 1857, Lowdham Grange Borstal Institution was part of a larger movement in the British welfare system aimed at providing social care and rehabilitative services to young people in need. The farm work depicted in this photograph was an essential component of the institution's daily routine, offering the boys practical skills, discipline, and a sense of responsibility. The scene exudes a sense of community and camaraderie, as the boys work together to complete the task at hand. Their focused expressions and the orderly arrangement of the tools and produce around them suggest a well-organized and structured environment. The farm horse, an integral part of the rural setting, adds a touch of authenticity and tradition to the scene. This photograph offers a glimpse into the social services and care provided by Lowdham Grange Borstal Institution during the post-war era. It underscores the importance of farm work as a therapeutic and educational tool in the rehabilitation of young offenders, instilling valuable life skills and promoting self-sufficiency. The image serves as a poignant reminder of the transformative power of care and support in shaping the lives of vulnerable youth.
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