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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.

  • Booking not needed
  • Free event (admission applies)

Join our volunteers in the Master's Office to learn all about the conservation threats we face, the specialised tools and techniques we use to manage them, and how we record our work to ensure high standards.

This is a pop-in session, visitors do not need to stay for the whole session. No booking required.

Four different sessions will run:

WEDNESDAYS: Completing Record of Monitoring & Plan of Care paperwork

THURSDAYS: Conservation window cleaning

FRIDAYS: Object marking project

SUNDAYS: Conservation cleaning: vaccuming

Sessions will run subject to volunteer availability.

Times

Prices

Event ticket prices

This event is free, but normal admission charges apply for the venue.

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The basics

Suitability

Children should be accompanied by an adult.

Meeting point

The sessions will take place in the Master's Office within The Workhouse building.

What to bring and wear

Please dress appropriately for the weather.

Accessibility

The Master's Office is fully accessible.

Contact info

Property Administrator

Upcoming events

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on
13 Jul to 17 Oct 2025
at
10:00 to 16:00
+ 43 other dates or times
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on
16 Jul to 29 Oct 2025
at
10:45 to 12:30
+ 15 other dates or times
Event

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