Becher Walk
Step back in time and join Reverend John T. Becher, founder of The Workhouse, on a tour of Southwell.
- Booking advisable
- Free event
Follow Becher on an historical 2.5 mile walking tour of Southwell as he highlights his connections with the town as a churchman, magistrate and social reformer during a period of great change.
Times
The basics
- Booking details
Call 0344 249 1895
- Suitability
Children are welcome.
- Meeting point
Please meet the tour guide in the visitor car park.
- What to bring and wear
Please dress for the weather and wear footwear suitable for walking on pavements and footpaths.
- Accessibility
The walk includes uneven footpaths and a hill. The whole walk takes approximately 2 hours. If you'd like more accessibility details please call us on 01636 817260
- Other
The walk is free but there is an admission charge to visit The Workhouse & Infirmary. Please arrive on time to begin the walk as a group. The walk may be cancelled due to adverse weather. Places are limited so please book online to secure your place.
Upcoming events
Cheer Up Chuckaboo Trail
A fun trail for all ages discovering the long lost words of Victorian slang.
Wellness Walks
Come and enjoy a social walk around Southwell and discover more of the local area surrounding The Workhouse.
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.
Make your own eco mini garden - Kids workshop
Come along to this 2 hour workshop and let your creativity flow. Make your own mini garden in a vintage pot with a collection of mini living plants/cacti/succulents. Children must be supervised by a parent / guardian. £45