Heritage & Community Centre · Est. 1838 · Llanfyllin, Powys, Wales
Llanfyllin Workhouse
About the site
A grade II* listed building
Llanfyllin Workhouse, situated in the market town of Llanfyllin in Powys, mid-Wales, is one of the best-preserved Victorian workhouses in the United Kingdom. Built in 1838 to serve the Llanfyllin Poor Law Union, it housed some of the most vulnerable people in nineteenth-century Welsh society.
The site is listed as a Grade II* listed building — a designation that recognises its exceptional historical and architectural importance. Today it stands as an example of how a historic building can be restored and adapted to serve its community. As a museum and heritage centre it welcomes visitors who wish to understand the realities of Victorian poverty and welfare history.
Managed by dedicated volunteers and heritage enthusiasts, the workhouse is being gradually restored and opened to the public, offering guided tours, exhibitions, and educational programmes.
What's on at the workhouse
Upcoming events
From guided tours to craft fairs, there’s always something happening at the workhouse.
Carboot Sale and Guided Tour
A Midsummer Night’s Dream
Workhouse Party
A Night at The Opera
Steampunk at the Workhouse
Food Fair & Heritage Weekend
Come & explore
Plan your visit
Opening hours
History Centre & Visitor Trail
Monday to Sunday – 10am to 5pm
Meadows Café
Monday – 9am-3pm
Tuesday – 9am-3pm
Wednesday – 9am-3pm
Thursday – CLOSED
Friday – 9am-3pm & 5pm-10pm
Saturday – 9am-3pm
Sunday – 10am-3pm
Getting here
By Car: Free parking on site. Llanfyllin is on the A490, which becomes the B4393.
By Bus: Regular services from Oswestry and Welshpool. For details see bustimes.org The nearest stop is at Ysgol Llanfyllin / Llanfyllin High School
What to see & do
Historic rooms
Explore the wards, dining hall, master’s quarters, and infirmary — all remarkably preserved.
Exhibitions
Permanent and changing displays on Victorian poverty, the Welsh Poor Law, and local history.
Guided tours
Join a knowledgeable volunteer guide who will bring the workhouse story to life.
Meadows Café
Come enjoy a delicious coffee or be tempted by our homemade bakery items.
Escape Room
If you’re feeling adventurous, come and have a go at the escape room, run by Roomination.
Events
Come along to one of our many events that run throughout the year. There’s something for everyone!
Discover living history
Join The Workhouse
Come and experience the remarkable story of Llanfyllin Workhouse for yourself. Walk the same corridors as those who lived here, explore our fascinating exhibitions, and help us preserve this irreplaceable piece of Welsh heritage by becoming a member today.