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Bridlington Workhouse a History
Heritage Open Day: I would rather see my children rot on the doorstep before they should go to the workhouse, said a working man at an inquest on his wife who had died of starvation. Such fear and horror at the very mention of the workhouse was common in nineteenth century and early twentieth century Britain, but was it justified about every workhouse, universally over the whole period, or just at certain times and dependent on the character of the local Master and Matron - and how did Bridlington fit into the picture?
Come along to this illustrated talk and find out more. There will also be a historical display available.
Come along to this illustrated talk and find out more. There will also be a historical display available.
Saturday 13 September
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Medina Avenue, Quay Road, Bridlington, Yorkshire YO16 4EL
Sat 13 Sep:14.00; Free Entry.
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