National Trust - The Workhouse, Southwell
Details
Accessibility
Disability Toilet
Disability Parking.
"Full access statement is https://nt.global.ssl.fastly.net/documents/access-guide/1431730072283-the-workhouse-southwell.pdf , but please note that some parts of this property may be closed on your visit.
Due to the historic nature of the house and grounds, some areas might not be fully accessible to all visitors
Separate mobility parking spaces in car park
Adapted toilet in car park facilities building and at The Workhouse
Subtitles on introductory video
Braille and large print guide available
Virtual tour available for cellars and upper floors
Building - ramped entrance
Grounds - partly accessible, loose gravel paths. Accessible route
There are steps and stairs in the house, modern chairs are available in most rooms as a rest point
Ground floor accessible via ramps. Stairs to other floors. Manual wheelchairs available on other floors"
Brief description
"This rural workhouse was designed to house around 160 inmates. They lived and worked in a strictly segregated environment with virtually no contact between the old and infirm, able-bodied men and women and children."
Address
The Workhouse, Upton Road, Southwell, Nottinghamshire, NG25 0PT
theworkhouse@nationaltrust.org.uk
Phone
01636 817260
Website
https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/the-workhouse-southwell
Directions
"13 miles from Nottingham on A612 and 8 miles from Newark via A617 and A612. Please note pre-booking is required for everyone.
Parking: Free
SatNav: Please note, some services such as Google Maps will not send you to our front entrance. To help, please look for The Workhouse on 'Upton Road, NG25 0PT'
On foot: Robin Hood Way
By cycle
National Byway (Heritage Cycle Route) https://www.sustrans.org.uk/national-cycle-network/ "
Opening Times
Always check with the venue directly for up-to-date information including opening times and admission charges as they may be subject to change
See https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/the-workhouse-southwell#Opening%20times
Transport
"By bus: regular services from Newark, Nottingham and Mansfield bus stations
By trainNewark Castle 7 miles; Newark North Gate 7½ miles; Nottingham 13 miles "Amenities
Disability Parking
Disability Toilets
Museum
National Trust Site
Parking
Toilets
Visitor Centre
Cafe
Snack Bar / Take Away
Shop
Picnic area
See https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/the-workhouse-southwell#Facilities%20and%20access
February 2021: "Please go to What’s on to book your visit.
Places open are the gardens, toilets and the Workhouse and Firbeck buildings.
In line with government guidance, you're required to wear a face covering in most enclosed spaces. Please bring one with you.
A socially distant, one way route applies in The Workhouse building and Firbeck
We're sorry but the cafe, visitor shop and secondhand book shop remain closed.
Free parking, 200 yards from Workhouse in visitor car park.
Food and drink is not permitted in the house
Picnics are allowed anywhere in the gardens and grounds
Dogs are allowed in the car park and front field but are not permitted in the house or garden. Assistance dogs only in the house and garden
Smoking is only permitted on the graveled area of the main visitor car park - we ask that you don't smoke or vape in the house, garden or grounds
Shoes with a heel with a surface area smaller than a postage stamp are not permitted in the house as they cause damage to the historic floors
Baby changing area in main car park facilities
Pushchairs admitted, ground floor accessible"
Travel Information
For further travel information please see: www.traveline.info
Or call Traveline on 0871 200 22 33
(Calls cost 12p per minute plus your phone company's access charge)
Location
Nearest Venues
Southwell Minster, Southwell, Nottinghamshire
1,103 metres*
1,401 metres*
1.92 miles*
St John of Jerusalem, Winkburn, Nottinghamshire
2.50 miles*
*Distances are calculated in a straight line from the current venue, please allow extra time/distance based on available paths or roads.