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01-08-2009, 01:06 AM
Had a wee look myself at this place. Was a pleasant wander around whilst the rain hammered down outside.


From the outside, the central spire with the arched windows stands out



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what wonderful crest to be greeted with surely this must be saved and the arch almost could be art deco before its time
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a mosaic in the central hall , these details I think give the institution a sense of pride and must have been splendid in its early days with the floor gleaming and displaying proudly the motto/shield http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3435/3776606988_98b196abef_o.jpg


pastel blues
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sadness always strikes me where I find children have been cared for in a hospital - reminded me of the pictures in Baldoven


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found myself taking the same shots as those before me
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a request then a please then exclamation marks - I can almost hear his frustration
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ok BA yours is far superior
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the pinnacle of this site has to be the domed roof
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attic rooms with a view
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thanks for looking