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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.

  • Booking not needed
  • Free event (admission applies)

Write on a slate, help with the washing, learn to pick oakum. Meet our costumed characters and come and find out what life was like within The Workhouse. Listen to their stories as you encounter the inmates doing their daily jobs. Normal admission charges apply. Last entry one hour before closing.

There will be 3 storytelling sessions at 11:30am, 12:30pm and 2pm. Each session will last 30 minutes. Booking not required.

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Family friendly

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