Discover the fascinating connections between the London Foundling Hospital and Westerham in a special new tour, midday on Fridays this spring at Quebec House.
In 1739, Thomas Coram established the Foundling Hospital in London for the “education and maintenance of exposed and deserted young children”. It was the first example of children’s social care in the UK.
It soon found itself unable to meet the ever-increasing demands on its services. A branch hospital was subsequently established at Wellstreet, better known to us today as Chartwell. Join us to explore the story of the children who came through its doors and how their lives are intertwined with Westerham’s history.