1904 – Gordon Memorial Home for Destitute Boys, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire
Architect: Ernest R. Sutton
An Orphanage in Nottingham founded following a public meeting in the city on 10th June, 1885. By 1898 it had moved to 28-30, Peel Street. Its purpose was to support and train 45 destitute boys for industrial and other work. The residents were between 10-16 years old and each wore a uniform. 70 boys and their supervisors moved to this larger premises in 1904. The home boasted a brass band that was available for hire
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Clerkin, Paul (2009, July 7). *1904 – Gordon Memorial Home for Destitute Boys, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire*. Archiseek.com. https://www.archiseek.com/1903-gordon-memorial-home-nottingham-nottinghamshire/ (Updated 2025, August 5)
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Published July 7, 2009 | Last Updated August 5, 2025
