The Hall

Hi my name is David Fitzpatrick. I was recently looking at my old records of my time in care and saw that I was in Stowlangtoft Hall with my sister Joan from 6 December 1955 to 18 January 1956. I also have memory of being there the following Easter. I intend to visit the place soon as the strong memory I have for that Easter I would like to confirm,as they are very pleasant memories and for some reason have stuck with me always. If I can be of any help I would be only to happy to oblige. David.

I was placed there about 1947/8 until my future adopted parents chose me about 1950/51. I have had letters from people who worked there during my time there. Matron was Miss Yorath, teachers were Miss Varley/Jones/Rye.Also Margaret/Sally/Kathy/Irene.
My name at the time was Audrey Lloyd I came via London County Council through Bethnal Green. Anyone remember me?
You may have know Pauline Beckett. She worked there during 1947/48. She sent me a photo of ME outside of the Hall. So proud of this picture!
Some of the children's names were Paul/Michel/Terry/Robin.
/Ruth/Maureen/Rita./Keith.
Also have a letter from Dorothy Day when she worked there as a Nurery nurse 1960/61.

The building is no longer a home, think it may be private housing but was a Nursing home. I live just a few miles from there but still have not visited the place, maybe I should?
Check out some other people who are on this site, should we have a meeting at the Hall?

Dear Ms Pamplin,

Thank you for your email.. My family have owned the Hall since 1930s. I have been collecting information about the history of this lovely building. London County Council rented the Hall as a children’s home from the late 1930s – 1967, Several of the staff and children have retuned to have a look around and share their stories. I love showing people around, so please call me on 01359230210 if you would like to have a tour. I have no pictures of the life at the Hall as a Children’s Home, but would really appreciate listening to you.

Regards,

Cath Catchpole
Kiln Farm House
Stowlangtoft
Bury St Edmunds
Suffolk

The above email is open to anyone who wishes to visit the Hall.
I hope to go with a friend very soon.

My name is Angela Haye-I was at the Hall with my twin brother (Michael). I remember celebrating our 5th birthday in Jan 1961. Our father was from Jamaica and visited a couple of times. I would love to go and visit but appreciate it may now be difficult. I remember giving toast to the horses, going to the local school and the swing. I’m not if your no is still available to ring and I don’t want to call without checking first. Many thanks