Skip to content
Skip to content

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.

Check admission prices

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
4 Jun to 16 Oct 2026
at 10:30 to 16:00+ 108 other dates or times

Wellness Walks 

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

Event summary

on
26 Jun to 27 Nov 2026
at 10:45 to 12:30+ 5 other dates or times

Shedding Light on Personal Narratives 

Explore how sunlight shaped life at The Workhouse & Infirmary

Event summary

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

Summer of Play at The Workhouse and Infirmary 

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

Event summary

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