Melton, The Asylum 1896
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The central building was the Loes and Wilford House of Industry, established in 1767. It was taken over to become the County Asylum in 1829, which was enlarged over the years and closed in April 1993, when it was called St Audrey's Hospital. Dr John Kirkman was the medical officer from 1831 to 1875. During this time he pioneered occupational therapy and non-restraint in his treatments.
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