National children's charity. Founded by the Reverend Thomas Bowman Stephenson as 'The Children's Home'. Renamed 'National Children's Home' and adopted its present name in 2008. It originally provided homes run by mother and father figures who gave respect and affection to destitute children,
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Action for Children
Plaque unveiled by actress Shirley Anne Field (who spent part of her childhoo...
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Action for Children
Plaque unveiled by actress Shirley Anne Field (who spent part of her childhoo...
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