British Seaman’s Boys' Home, Maritime orphanage in Brixham, England.
The British Seaman's Boys' Home featured multiple buildings along Berry Head Road, including a dedicated school room and a separate residence for the chaplain.
William Gibbs established the institution in 1863 to provide care for orphaned sons of British seamen, later transferring management to the Bishop of Exeter in 1875.
The boys formed a bugle and drum marching band that performed during their weekly walks from the home to All Saints' Church for Sunday services.
The facility accepted boys between 8 and 14 years old through an election process by the management committee or nomination with payment of fees.
The institution operated for 125 years until 1988, after which it transformed into the Grenville House Outdoor Education Centre in 1995.
Location: Brixham
Inception: 1863
Founders: William Gibbs
GPS coordinates: 50.39830,-3.50740
Latest update: March 3, 2025 23:54
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