Romsey Workhouse, Romsey, Hampshire

Larger, often purpose-built, poor houses or workhouses were built in the 1700s. Some included training schools for children, a 'hospital' for the elderly and a house of correction where poor people were trained and made to work. Originally built in 1774 this workhouse was subsequently enlarged in 1836. It is now used to provide sheltered housing.

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