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Tales from The Workhouse

Step back in time at The Workhouse and Infirmary. Meet our costumed characters and learn about what life was like for the inmates who lived here.

  • Booking not needed
  • Free event (admission applies)

Write on a slate, help with the washing, learn to pick oakum. Meet our costumed characters and come and find out what life was like within The Workhouse. Listen to their stories as you encounter the inmates doing their daily jobs. Normal admission charges apply. Last entry one hour before closing.

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Family friendly

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Upcoming events

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Workhouse Wellbeing Walks 

Come and enjoy a social walk around Southwell and discover more of the local area surrounding The Workhouse.

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on
31 Jan to 28 Nov 2025
at
10:45 to 12:00
+ 10 other dates or times
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Workhouse Whodunit 

The Curious Case of a Workhouse Wrongdoing

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on
19 Feb to 28 Mar 2025
at
10:30 to 16:00
+ 27 other dates or times
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Easter egg hunt at The Workhouse and Infirmary 

This spring, treat the whole family to a world of adventure at The Workhouse and Infirmary on an Easter trail.

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on
29 Mar to 20 Apr 2025
at
10:30 to 16:00
+ 22 other dates or times