Summary

The project provides detailed biographies of staff and Board of Guardians active in Guildford during the 1881 census. It offers a comprehensive account of the lives and experiences of these community residents. The material details their personal histories alongside the professional achievements they attained at the union workhouse. This rich historical snapshot captures significant moments within the working class environment of the time. The collection serves as a crucial resource for understanding the social fabric of the era. By examining the stories of both inmates and employees alike, researchers gain insight into the daily struggles and triumphs of the working class. The text explores how these individuals navigated the harsh conditions and societal expectations of their time. It highlights the complex roles they played in maintaining order and supporting their fellow inmates.

Title

Home - SPIKE LIVES

Description

A Biographical Database of the Lives of Workhouse Inmates Discover the stories of inmates found living in the Guildford Union Workhouse during the 1881 census Browse our collection so far About Us Spike Lives is a heritage research project that chronicles

Keywords

lives, inmates, workhouse, staff, guardians, spike, biographies, project, contact, vagrants, links, union, census, board, more, home, found

NS Lookup

A 217.160.0.138

Dates

Created 2026-04-15

Updated 2026-04-15

Summarized 2026-04-16