Eastry Old Hospital/Workhouse-First Report

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starfish

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Eastry workhouse was part of the Gilbert Union, which in 1782, provided the asylum for children, the elderly. A main house is situated in the North-West corner, surrounded by other various buildings & a courtyard!

A new workhouse was built in 1835-6, to the west side of the original building. William Spanton designed the building so that it could accommodate 500+ inmates. It became a hospital after some time of it being a workhouse, seeking to care for people with learning difficulties.

At the front of the hospital, is a chapel, situated at the road side. Eastry Hospital closed in the late 90's

The new building layout.....

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On my recent visit, I only went into the smaller building & the chapel, as the other one was severely burnt a few years back (for my own safety).I only found toilets, cupboards & a few bits & pieces. It had an eerie atmosphere....but you'll see for yourself, this is my first ever report, so bare with me......

Front View
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Chapel

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In the Hospital

An old Zimmaframe
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Staircase-still with carpet!
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Massive holes in the door
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Toilet
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Corridor, sectioned with rooms
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Inside the chapel

The view from the back of the chapel (not what I expected)
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Phone....
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Record Player....
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Thank you for looking through

Starfish :)
 
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