Oldchurch hospital originated from the Romford union workhouse, which had been built during 1838 and 1839. In 1893 the workhouse was renamed the Romford poor law institution and an infirmary block was added. During WW1 the infirmary of the institution became an auxiliary hospital for the Colchester military hospital with 82 beds for sick and wounded service men. Further additions were built, and in 1929 following the abolition of the poor law guardians the workhouse and its infirmary came under the administration of Essex county council who converted the buildings into the currently known Oldchurch hospital. The hospital which incorporated the old workhouse buildings was much expanded during the 1930's to have over 800 beds. Oldchurch closed in 2006 with its last patient being seen on the 15th of december.
With the exception of the one building left standing, the entire hospital has been demolished to make way for new housing.
Visited with 4201Chieftain.
With the exception of the one building left standing, the entire hospital has been demolished to make way for new housing.
Visited with 4201Chieftain.
