Garden Village is a historic model village built in the early 1900s to house workers of Reckitt & Sons, offering a distinctive early‑20th‑century character. The area features uniform terraced homes and a sense of community rooted in its industrial heritage.
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Garden Village, Kingston upon Hull, is an area of model village housing built in the early 1900s for the workers of Reckitt & Sons. The development, situated in the Summergangs area of Kingston upon Hull, England, reflects a planned community designed to provide quality accommodation for industrial employees. The layout includes uniform terraced houses and communal spaces typical of early 20th‑century model villages. Residents historically benefited from proximity to the Reckitt & Sons factory, fostering a close‑knit neighbourhood. The locality’s heritage is evident in its architectural style and layout, offering a glimpse into the social housing initiatives of the period. Today, Garden Village remains a distinct enclave within the HU 8 postal district, retaining its original character while serving contemporary residents of Kingston upon Hull.