In collaboration with Second Turning, this moving textile exhibition highlights the stories of historical local women connected to The Workhouse. It is part of the 'Struggle for Suffrage: Workhouse Women and the Vote' programme of activities. The exhibition is displayed throughout the house. Normal admission fees apply.

The Spooky Doo Halloween Terror Trail takes place at Rufford Abbey from 20 October to 4 November, 10.30am to 4pm daily. There have been some spooky happenings at Rufford Abbey and your help is required. Follow the clues and hunt down the creatures in the haunted hideaways and creepy woods to find out the cause of the strange happenings.

  From 20 October to 31 October, The Workhouse in Southwell will have a Pumpkin Trail for children to follow and find pumpkins from the garden. Open 12 noon to 5pm each day. Free event, but normal admission charges apply. No need to book