London Labour and the London Poor
What was a casual ward?
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The casual ward of the workhouse was a kind of free dormitory for destitute travelers. It was designed to serve poor laborers traveling to London to look for work, or destitute women and children traveling to join their husbands. The casual ward provided basic food and shelter for 24 hours only. Anyone staying longer would be transferred to the workhouse.