Old metal sign on one of the wrought iron entrance gates to the former Seckford (Sekford) Hospital, Woodbridge, Suffolk
Old metal sign on one of the wrought iron entrance gates to the former Seckford (Sekford) Hospital, Woodbridge, Suffolk, England. The hospital dates from 1840 and was erected by funds from benefactor Thomas Seckford (Sekford) - his coat of arms is on the sign. , Master of the Court of Requests to Queen Elizabeth I. Seckford (1515-1587) was sold land in the town and became a major benefactor due to his strong religious views and compassion towards the needy. Woodbridge contains many other buildings that owe their existence to him such as the Shire Hall and almshouses. His wealth via the Seckford Foundation continues to benefit the town. The Shire Hall became a Magistrates Court and was bought by the council in 1984.
Size: 3898px × 2876px
Location: Seckford Street, Woodbridge, Suffolk, England, UK
Photo credit: © M&N / Alamy / Afripics
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