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Ground plan of Wandsworth Prison
Ground plan of Surrey Prison and House of Correction, Wandsworth Date: 1862
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Correction Pauper Plan Prison Surrey Wandsworth Workhouse
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This intricately detailed ground plan, dated 1862, depicts the layout of Wandsworth Prison and House of Correction in Surrey, England. The institution, popularly known as Wandsworth Prison, was designed to house both male and female convicts, as well as paupers who were required to work in the attached workhouse. The plan reveals the prison's extensive complex, which included various buildings for different purposes. The central structure housed the chapel, infirmary, and offices, while the prison wings were arranged in a radial pattern around a central courtyard. Each wing consisted of cells arranged in tiers, with corridors running along the outer walls. The workhouse, located to the north of the prison, was connected by a covered walkway, allowing for easy access for inmates assigned to work there. The prison was built with the intention of reforming convicts through hard labor, discipline, and religious instruction. The design of the prison reflected this philosophy, with the central courtyard providing a space for drills and parades, and the workhouse allowing inmates to contribute to the community by producing goods for sale. The ground plan offers a unique glimpse into the daily life of the prison and the workhouse during this period. It reveals the meticulous planning and organization required to run such an institution, and the importance placed on both punishment and rehabilitation. The intricate details of the plan also serve as a reminder of the architectural and design innovations of the time, which influenced the development of prisons and other institutions well into the 20th century.
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