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Nottinghamshire & Lincolnshire

The Workhouse and Infirmary

Atmospheric Victorian workhouse

Upton Road, Southwell, Nottinghamshire, NG25 0PT

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Entrance front of the Workhouse, Nottinghamshire

Important notice

Please note from Friday 29 March until Sunday 14 April you will need to book a parking space in advance if you are visiting by car. Booking is online only. Please click on the Book a visit button above this notice.

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Dog with its owner
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Bringing your dog to The Workhouse and Infirmary 

The Workhouse and Infirmary is a one pawprint rated place. Discover all you need to know about visiting The Workhouse and Infirmary with your dog.

Children in costume at The Workhouse, Southwell, Nottinghamshire, a c19th institution for paupers
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Educational visits to the Workhouse and Infirmary 

Bring your education or school group to the Workhouse and Infirmary in Nottinghamshire. Step back in time to the 1840s and find out what life was like inside this gruelling institution. All visits are self led, giving you the opportunity to design your day around your group's learning needs.

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