The former Friends School, Wigton, 1826 - 1985

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The former Friends School, Wigton, 1826 - 1985

Image: © Christine Johnstone Taken: 14 Oct 2014

I would never have identified this building, but for the plaque on the gatepost. Wigton School was opened by the Society of Friends (Quakers) at Highmoor in 1815. Permanent buildings were soon commissioned here at Brookfields, and these came into use in 1826. Student numbers peaked at around 210.The school closed in 1984, and the main buildings burnt down in January 1989. This part was the surgery and sick bay, with staff quarters above.

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