Parishes Collection

Union Workhouse, Hambledon, Surrey
The Hambledon Union workhouse, a building originally erected in 1786 for the united parishes of Bramley, Chiddingfold, Dunfold and Hambledon

1751 Local Act St Margaret and St John, Westminster
The front page of 1751 Local Act obtained by the joint parishes of St Margaret and St John, Westminster for the better relief and employment of the poor Date: 1751

St Vincent, West Indies (engraving)
3654384 St Vincent, West Indies (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: St Vincent, West Indies)

Wording of the 1601 Poor Relief Act
The opening section of the 1601 parliamentary Act for Relief of the Poor which formed the basis of what became known as the Old Poor Law

Looking over marshes at dawn to Blythburgh Church; Suffolk, England

Sanctuary; Northumberland, England

Saint Columba Anglican Church, Tuxford, Saskatchewan, Canada

Church, Rosedale, West Yorkshire, England

Pews In A Church, Iona, Scotland

Bushmills Church, County Antrim, Ireland; Church And Cemetery In Winter

Abbeyknockmoy, Cistercian Abbey Of Knockmoy, Co. Galway, Ireland

The Channel Islands - Druids Temple - Ancient Stone Structure. Part of Box 234 Boswell Collection - The Channel Islands. Gorey (French: Gouray; J貲 iais)

The Pluralist, print nade by Nathaniel Parr published by Edward Cooper, circa 1744
XJF867801 The Pluralist, print nade by Nathaniel Parr published by Edward Cooper, circa 1744 (engraving) by English School, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: BM J, 1.116); English

The Channel Islands - Plemont - Clift Inlet Bridge and House. Part of Box 234 Boswell Collection - The Channel Islands. Saint Ouen (JÞ▓▓iais)

The Channel Islands - Rozel Harbour - Looking down on stone houses and I shaped quay. Part of Box 234 Boswell Collection - The Channel Islands

The Channel Islands - Rozel Bay Cottage - People looking at red -roofed single storey building. Part of Box 234 Boswell Collection - The Channel Islands

Dogana, bay of Naples, San Marino
Dogana is a town and a civil parish in the north-eastern part of San Marino. San Marino is an enclaved microstate surrounded by Italy

Visit to Madeira - Calheta - View on South Coast
Black and white lantern slide of Calheta, view on the South Coast - Visit to Madeira. Part of Box 125 - Madeira. Boswell Collection. Calheta is a municipality on the southwest coast of Madeira

Paris, France - Russian Church opened. Date: 1861

Paris, France - Chapelle Russe. Date: 1862

Model poorhouse for town parishes in Scotland
An aerial view of a model poorhouse (the Scottish equivalent to the workhouse) for town parishes in Scotland. The design was prepared for the Scottish Board of Supervision in 1847 by architects

Maud Hospital, Aberdeenshire, Scotland
Maud Hospital was erected in 1867-9 on Bank Road, New Maud, Aberdeenshire, Scotland. It was originally a poorhouse for the Buchan Combination, a group of Aberdeenshire parishes

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"Exploring Parishes: From Union Workhouse to Enchanting Chapels" Discover the rich history as we journey through various locations, starting with the Union Workhouse in Hambledon, Surrey. Unveiling the mystical allure of The Channel Islands at Druids Temple - a hidden gem that will leave you captivated. Delving into the past with the 1751 Local Act St Margaret and St John in Westminster, an important milestone for parish governance. Step into a bygone era with an enchanting engraving showcasing St Vincent in West Indies - a testament to colonial influence on parishes worldwide. Embark on a picturesque adventure along The Channel Islands' stunning Plemont coastline, where nature's beauty meets parish charm. Immerse yourself in tranquility at Rozel Harbour, one of The Channel Islands' most idyllic spots where parish life thrives amidst breathtaking scenery. Experience true serenity at Rozel Bay Cottage, nestled within The Channel Islands' charming village atmosphere - a perfect escape from city life. Journey across continents to Dogana Bay in Naples and San Marino, where parishes embrace coastal splendor against a backdrop of Mediterranean allure. Indulge your senses with panoramic views of Madeira's Calheta on its mesmerizing South Coast - an invitation to explore this vibrant island paradise within parochial boundaries. Witness cultural diversity as Paris welcomes Russian Church opened and Chapelle Russe - epitomizing how parishes adapt and accommodate different faiths throughout history. Discovering the roots and evolution is like unraveling chapters from our shared human story – each location offering unique insights into community bonds shaped by geography, culture, and legislation such as the influential 1601 Poor Relief Act which laid foundations for social welfare systems still seen today.