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at The Workhouse and Infirmary

Workhouse Whodunit 

The Curious Case of a Workhouse Wrongdoing

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on
4 Sep to 17 Oct 2025
at
10:30 to 16:00
+ 31 other dates or times

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
10 Sep to 29 Oct 2025
at
10:45 to 12:30
+ 7 other dates or times

Heritage Open Weekend 

Come along to visit the Workhouse and Infirmary with free entry as part of the Heritage Open Days Festival.

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on
13 Sep to 14 Sep 2025
at
10:30 to 16:00
+ 1 other date or time

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
26 Sep to 28 Nov 2025
at
10:45 to 12:00
+ 2 other dates or times

A Victorian Gentlemen's Guide to Self Defence 

Come and discover the art of self defence 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

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
1 Oct 2025
at
12:00 to 12:30

Workhouse Stories (Puppet Show) 

Join us as Leeds based performer, Belinda May, performs her much acclaimed puppet show 'Workhouse Stories'.

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on
11 Oct to 12 Oct 2025
at
11:45 to 12:30
+ 3 other dates or times

Bramley Apple Day at The Workhouse & Infirmary 

Running alongside Southwell's famous Bramley Apple Festival, join us for lots of apple themed activities and more.

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on
25 Oct 2025
at
10:30 to 16:00

British Sign Language (BSL) Interpreted Workhouse & Infirmary Tour 

Join one of our expert guides and a BSL interpreter on an outside tour of The Workhouse & Infirmary This activity is free, however for access to the property, admission charges apply.

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on
25 Oct 2025
at
11:45 to 12:30