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Second year History students visited Portumna Workhouse last week and got to experience what life was like in a workhouse. Workhouses have been described as “the most feared and hated institutions ever established in Ireland”.
It was a great experience for all.
Thanks to the Irish Workhouse Centre for hosting our students and thank you to our teachers for organising the trip.