Llanfyllin Workhouse

About

Now open again daily without charge for self-guided visits. Visitors are asked to observe social distancing and wear a mask indoors. One of the best preserved workhouses in Britain, in a beautiful rural setting. There’s a self-guided trail round the courtyards and parts of the ground floor and a small but informative History Centre describing workhouse life and attitudes to poverty – some relevant today. You can watch a film in which the ghost of the first Master guides visitors and introduces other ghosts. Children can try on costumes, pick oakum or follow a Family Trail. The Workhouse is owned by a charitable trust and run by volunteers. Restoration is ongoing. Parts are rented to local enterprises or used for activities to raise funds: we host events from pop festivals to weddings; art exhibitions to horse shows. A 24-bed bunkhouse offers accommodation. Entry and parking are free but a donation and a comment are appreciated.

At a glance

• Typical visit: about 1 hour 30 minutes