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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 monthly tour with 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

Event

Workhouse Whodunit 

The Curious Case of a Workhouse Wrongdoing

Event summary

on
10 May to 17 Oct 2025
at
10:30 to 16:00
+ 91 other dates or times
Event

Blossom and Bees 

Discover some facts about bees and blossom as you wander around the gardens and enjoy the sights and sounds of spring.

Event summary

on
10 May to 1 Jun 2025
at
10:30 to 16:00
+ 7 other dates or times
Event

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
14 May to 29 Oct 2025
at
10:45 to 12:30
+ 24 other dates or times
Event

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.

Event summary

on
29 May to 31 May 2025
at
10:30 to 15:00
+ 1 other date or time