Falkirk’s first poorhouse was opened by Falkirk Parochial Board in High Station Road in January 1850 using plans prepared by James Miller (Bailey 2017). At first, the occupants were taught in-house, as noted by the Ordnance Surveyors in 1858:
“POOR HOUSE – A large and substantial building three storeys high containing the usual make and female wards, and other apartments with out offices & airing grounds attached. Situated at the east end of Parkfoot. Was erected in 1850 at a cost of about £3,422, which was levied by assessment on the burgh and parish of Falkirk. It is supported also by assessment. It is under the management of a board of guardians & an Inspector of Poor. The internal arrangements are conducted by a governor, matron & surgeon. The former also acts in the capacity of schoolmaster.”
Sites and Monuments Record
| High Station Road | SMR 1889 | NS8872 7947 |
Falkirk Local History Society 