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Heritage Open Days

Fri 11 Sept · 10:30

The Workhouse and Infirmary

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About This Event

Heritage Open Days will occur on selected dates at The Workhouse and Infirmary in Nottingham. This series offers free admission to explore and celebrate the historical significance of the site.

Heritage Open Days offer an opportunity to celebrate this special place, so as a thank you for supporting heritage we are offering FREE admission to The Workhouse and Infirmary.

Step behind the doors of the Workhouse and Infirmary, where over 200 years of history reveal changing attitudes to poverty and care.

Built in 1824 for up to 158 inmates, this is one of the country’s best-preserved workhouses.

Come along to discover charming mice dioramas that bring Everyday Stories to life. Discover secret sundials, candlelit corners, and striking architecture, uncovering the lives once lived here.

Engaging, immersive, and full of surprises, it’s a unique experience for visitors of all ages—perfect for a memorable day out with family and friends.

No need to book, just come along!

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Frequently asked questions

Heritage Open Days takes place on Friday, 11 September 2026 at 10:30. The event runs until Saturday, 19 September 2026.

Heritage Open Days is held at The Workhouse and Infirmary in Nottingham (Upton Road, Southwell, Nottinghamshire).

Entry to Heritage Open Days is free.

Tickets for Heritage Open Days can be booked via nationaltrust.org.uk using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.

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