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Union Cottage Homes, Lanchester, County Durham
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Union Cottage Homes, Lanchester, County Durham
A view of the Union cottage homes at Lanchester opened in 1905 to house pauper children away from the workhouse. Some of the inmates can be seen in the grounds. Date: circa 1910
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© Mary Evans/Peter Higginbotham Collection
Away Cottage Grounds Homes Inmates Lanchester Opened Pauper Some Workhouse
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This evocative photograph captures a glimpse into the past of the Union Cottage Homes in Lanchester, County Durham, which opened in 1905. The image provides a view of the picturesque cottages, designed to house pauper children away from the harsh conditions of the workhouse system. The idyllic setting contrasts sharply with the reality of the lives of many of the children who resided there. The Union Cottage Homes were a response to the growing recognition of the need for better care and provision for the most vulnerable members of society. At the turn of the 20th century, the workhouse system, which had been in place since the Elizabethan era, was widely criticized for its inhumane treatment of the poor and destitute. The Union Cottage Homes represented a step towards a more compassionate approach to child welfare. The photograph, taken circa 1910, shows some of the children playing and relaxing in the grounds of the Union Cottage Homes. Their smiling faces and carefree demeanor belie the hardships they may have faced in their daily lives. The image serves as a poignant reminder of the past, highlighting the progress that has been made in the care and protection of children in the UK. The Union Cottage Homes in Lanchester were a significant part of the social and historical fabric of the community, and this photograph offers a rare glimpse into a bygone era. It is a poignant reminder of the importance of compassion, care, and the provision of a safe and nurturing environment for children, values that remain relevant today.
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