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Union Buildings - Panoramic view of the refurbushed buildings and courtyard

Union Buildings - Panoramic view of the refurbushed buildings and courtyard
Union Buildings "Old Union Poor House" - Hospital Hill, Aldershot 2017
Originally a residence of Sir Richard Tichborne C1630, extensively
extended in use as a workhouse under the terms of the Poor Law Act of 1834 and
later purchased in 1854 by the War Department during development
of the military camp.
Used by the Army as a military hospital during 1854-1879, at the time of
the Crimean War, then became the District Pay Office.
During the 1960s redevelopment of the Aldershot Military Town the buildings
were used as offices for the MPBW and the architectural and engineering practice
Building Design Partnership. After closure of these offices during
1970 the buildings were used for a time by the Families Welfare
organisation and some general amenity space.

More recently the Grade II listed building has been up for sale for
residential development with Planning Permission granted and works now completed.

Panasonic DMC-GX7, Panasonic 12-60mm

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 autofantasia
autofantasia club
Great photo and history Roger. How ironic though that by the sound of it this lovely old building has gone from housing the poor to the wealthy! ;)
7 years ago.
Roger Dodger club has replied to autofantasia club
Actually, it has gone full circle in that regard, the family of the original 'builder', Sir Richard Tichborne, was in his day wealthier than any likely new incumbent. The family's manorial presence around the area was fairly extensive I believe; thanks for looking in.
7 years ago.
 Martine
Martine
Un superbe panorama.
7 years ago.
Roger Dodger club has replied to Martine
Much appreciated, thank you.
7 years ago.
 Jaap van 't Veen
Jaap van 't Veen club
Wonderful shot.
7 years ago.
Roger Dodger club has replied to Jaap van 't Veen club
Appreciated.
7 years ago.
 Andy Rodker
Andy Rodker club
Super shot. Interesting place.
7 years ago.
Roger Dodger club has replied to Andy Rodker club
Thanks for looking in.
7 years ago.
 tiabunna
tiabunna club
An interesting panorama with an interesting history.
7 years ago.
Roger Dodger club has replied to tiabunna club
Many thanks.
7 years ago.
 HappySnapper
HappySnapper
Lovely residency, nice shot Roger,
7 years ago.
Roger Dodger club has replied to HappySnapper
Thanks, much appreciated.
7 years ago.

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