Kings College School : Boarders from Carrodus House
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| Area | Wimbledon Village |
|---|---|
| Copyright 1 | London Borough of Merton |
| Picture Reference | Wim_32_5-2 |
| Original Format | Postcard |
| Notes / History | When King's College School moved to Wimbledon in 1897, there was a need for boarding houses for the pupils. These were initially managed by two of the masters, Speed and Brooksmith; however, after Brooksmith suffered a mental collapse and attempted to commit suicide with a starter's pistol, the Science Master, Mr. Carrodus, was given charge of his boarding house. From 1913, Carrodus instead leased a nearby building he owned, Glencairn House, to the school, and it became the sole boarding house for the next 35 years. |
