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Workhouse Whodunit

The Curious Case of a Workhouse Wrongdoing

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  • Admission applies

Step back in time to 1851 where the rules have been broken at Southwell Workhouse.

Did rebellious pauper Mary refuse to complete her morning chores? Did charming pauper Arthur break a workhouse window? Put your detective hat on and join us for this family friendly children's trail to discover who did it, what happened, and what punishment they received.

Trails are £2.50 each. We have an individual trail sheet for younger children (3+ years) and older children (8+ years).

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£2.50
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Accessibility

Trail is split across 3 floors with the top two floors only accessible via stairs. Please see our accessibility statement for our full accessibility guide.

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Upcoming events

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

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
15 Oct to 29 Oct 2025
at
10:45 to 12:30
+ 2 other dates or times

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
18 Oct to 1 Nov 2025
at
11:30 to 12:00
+ 11 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