Sunderland Orphan Asylum, Grade II listed orphanage in Sunderland, England
The two-storey brick building features Italian Renaissance architectural elements with ashlar dressings and stands at the edge of Town Moor.
The Sunderland Orphan Asylum opened in 1861 following the Orphan Asylum Act of 1852, with Queen Victoria contributing £100 toward its construction.
The institution trained male orphans of seafarers in maritime skills, providing them with naval-style uniforms and access to a training ship.
The structure received Grade II listing status on October 17, 1994, protecting its architectural features including gates, piers, and decorative railings.
During the 1930s, Captain Hague modified the traditional sailor suits to include long trousers when the facility became Sunderland Boys Orphanage.
Location: Sunderland
GPS coordinates: 54.90653,-1.36708
Latest update: March 6, 2025 21:53
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