Guildford Spike
Wheelchair accessible
This Edwardian workhouse tells a harrowing story of those who were forced to trade hard labor for lodging.

šŸ“œ Edwardian casual ward, part of the former Guildford Union Workhouse. Built in 1906, it tells the story of vagrants forced into hard labor. Now a museum offering guided tours.

Why Go

šŸ“œ Unique insight into early 20th-century social history and treatment of the homeless.
šŸ” Experience sights, sounds, and smells of a 1906 casual ward.
🚶 Accessible site with guided tours for individuals and groups, engaging for families and school groups with interactive tasks.

Why Avoid

🄶 Can be chilly and damp inside, dress warmly.
ā³ Limited public opening hours for individuals.

Cost

šŸ’° Minimum charge for private tours, general admission not specified.

Hours

šŸ•’ Open Tuesdays and Saturdays 10:00-16:00 for individuals/small groups, last tour 15:00. Varies by group type and season; check website for details.
šŸ“ž Private tours available any day except August, including midnight and Christmas Day tours.

Tips

šŸ‘Ÿ Wear practical shoes for comfort.
šŸŽ„ Open Christmas Day morning with mince pies and mulled wine.

🚻 Toilets Toilets and accessible toilets available.

šŸ…æļø Parking Accessible parking available.

šŸš†šŸšŒ Public Transport Train and bus stops nearby.

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