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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.

  • Booking not needed
  • Free event (admission applies)

From plot to pauper plate, explore the recreated Victorian vegetable garden and admire the range of heritage varieties grown here.

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

Meet at the gates to the garden.

What to bring and wear

Dress according to the weather and wear good footwear.

Accessibility

The garden is fully accessible with good, level paths.

Contact info

Property Administrator

Upcoming events

Cheer Up Chuckaboo Trail 

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

Event summary

on
25 Apr to 16 Oct 2026
at 10:30 to 16:00+ 138 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
29 Apr to 27 May 2026
at 10:45 to 12:30+ 2 other dates or times

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. Child ticket includes a free parent / guardian place. £45

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on
10 May 2026
at 10:30 to 12:30

Make your own eco mini garden - Adult 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. £45

Event summary

on
10 May 2026
at 13:30 to 15:30