Reeth, Yorkshire Poor Law Union

History

Reeth’s original parish workhouse was built around 1753 on Back Lane. In 1837, Reeth became part of the new Richmond Poor Law Union, but its remote location caused administration problems so Reeth became a separate Poor Law Union in 1840. An old mansion near to the original workhouse was bought and converted. It housed 60 people. The building is now a tea shop and private housing.

Parishes in the Union

Arkengarthdale, Yorkshire Grinton, Yorkshire Marrick, Yorkshire Melbecks (Low Row), Yorkshire Muker, Yorkshire