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at The Workhouse and Infirmary

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Workhouse Whodunit 

The Curious Case of a Workhouse Wrongdoing

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on
4 Jul to 17 Oct 2025
at
10:00 to 16:00
+ 50 other dates or times
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Becher Walk 

Step back in time and join Reverend John T. Becher, founder of The Workhouse, on a tour of Southwell.

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on
9 Jul to 29 Oct 2025
at
10:45 to 12:30
+ 16 other dates or times
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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
25 Jul to 28 Nov 2025
at
10:45 to 12:00
+ 4 other dates or times
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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.

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on
26 Jul to 30 Aug 2025
at
11:30 to 12:00
+ 32 other dates or times
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Conservation in Action 

Have you ever wondered how we look after the historic buildings and collections in our care? Join our team of volunteers to learn more.

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on
30 Jul to 31 Aug 2025
at
10:30 to 13:30
+ 19 other dates or times
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Summer of Play at The Workhouse and Infirmary 

Join us at The Workhouse and Infirmary for a summer of traditional fun and games.

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on
30 Jul to 31 Aug 2025
at
10:30 to 16:00
+ 32 other dates or times
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Kitchen Garden Tour 

The kitchen garden at The Workhouse & Infirmary was both a place of labour and a source of food. Discover more of it's history on this free monthly tour with our skilled gardens team.

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on
6 Aug to 1 Oct 2025
at
12:00 to 12:30
+ 2 other dates or times
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A Victorian Gentlemen's Guide To Self Defense 

Come and discover the art of self defense Victorian style. An experience where elegance meets empowerment.

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on
27 Sep to 28 Sep 2025
at
11:30 to 12:00
+ 5 other dates or times