Behind The Scenes Workhouse Tour And Cream Tea At Framlingham Castle

English Heritage

• 20 March 2026
• 10:00 – 13:00
• See organiser for pricing
• Ages 0 – 18 years

Description

Start your visit to Framlingham Castle on Friday 27 February or Friday 20 March with a homemade cream tea within the castle café. Then join us for an exclusive tour within Framlingham Castle workhouse, exploring areas you typically cannot explore - the attic space and the naughty cupboard!

Learn more about the history of this 18th-century workhouse and the conditions inside, including diet and work. Hear stories of some of the inmates' lives, which have been uncovered by our team of research volunteers. This tour will provide an overview of the castle's history, from its origins up to its more recent history, getting a special mention in the song Castle on the Hill. This experience includes the tour, your cream tea, and an additional hot drink to enjoy whilst you soak up the castle's history.

Please ensure you wear suitable footwear and dress appropriately for the weather, as there are some elements of this tour that may be taking place outside. This event is graded moderate access, due to some parts of the tour requiring the climbing of stairs and navigating uneven ground. Access to the attic space is only accessible via a spiral staircase.

Location

• Church Street
• Woodbridge
• Suffolk
• IP13 9BP

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