Workhouse records are not generally top of the list for the research of historians tracing long-past members of their family. But to those whose interest is more to the treatment of the poor and social and economic history, workhouse records are a must. Students, even from the age of fifteen find that if these records are entered upon spreadsheets, then with a press of a button the whole picture of life at the time is unfolded from age grouping, place of birth including the street, and previous occupation and so much more information can be found from the records relating to their family, siblings, and family groupings.
This contribution to the history of a small market town such as Newcastle under Lyme is invaluable to those keen to learn about the dark side of life for many. A good project for schools and colleges.
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