National Trust - The Workhouse, Southwell

Well worth getting there before 11 to do the guided tour

We were staying 5 mins away, so although we have been before returned. We got there in time for the very interesting 3/4 of an hour guided tour of the outside, I think the gentleman's name was Colin, ...

Amazing place to visit!

Absolutely loved our visit here. The outside tour was so interesting & educational; really brought the history to life! Arrived at 10:30 and left at 1:30. Highly recommend!

A step back in time

Having visited here few times previously I knew this place was steeped in history and very fascinating to learn about how people lived in years gone by. The infirmary is an interesting addition to the...

Mind numbing

Really boring place. If National Trust is trying to recreate the pain (of boredom) experienced by the poor who used the workhouse , they have royally succeeded. Needs a serious shot in the arm , to...

Antithesis of the usual NT property, but nonetheless a must-see

A rather unusual member of the National Trust portfolio of properties, this is the antithesis of the stately home. Designed as a way to save parish expenditure under the Poor Law by a well-meaning vi...