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Wellness Walks

Come and enjoy a social walk around Southwell and discover more of the local area surrounding The Workhouse.

  • Booking not needed
  • Free event

On the last Friday of every month, excluding December, the Workhouse Walkers will take you on a different walk to discover the many footpaths around Southwell. Come and enjoy a chat, see what nature you can spot along the way and learn more about the local area. Each walk starts and ends at The Workhouse and is approximately 75 minutes long, with a shorter option of 30 minutes available.

Times

The basics

Accessibility

The walks go on pavements, paths and footpaths and include inclines. Please call The Workhouse on 01636 817260 for more information.

Meeting point

Meet in the main visitor car park at 10.30 for a 10.45 start.

Suitability for children

Children are welcome but must be accompanied by an adult.

What to bring and wear

Please wear appropriate footwear for walking on pavements, paths, and across fields and appropriate clothing for the weather. Please bring your own water with you.

Contact info

Property Administrator

Upcoming events

Cheer Up Chuckaboo Trail 

A fun trail for all ages discovering the long lost words of Victorian slang.

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on
20 Jun to 16 Oct 2026
at 10:30 to 16:00+ 96 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 tour with a member of our skilled gardens team.

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on
1 Jul to 7 Oct 2026
at 12:00 to 12:30+ 3 other dates or times

Summer of Play at The Workhouse and Infirmary 

Fun and games for all... with plenty of Workhouse twists.

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on
25 Jul to 6 Sep 2026
at 10:30 to 16:00+ 43 other dates or times

Shedding Light on Personal Narratives 

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on
25 Jul to 6 Sep 2026
at 10:30 to 16:00+ 43 other dates or times