Talk on the Knutsford Workhouse

Talks-Demos

Talks & Demos | Nationwide event hosted by Handforth and Altrincham District Branch

Wednesday 22 April 2026 at 2.00pm


Bookable | Deadline: 20/04/2026

Come along to hear all about the Knutsford Workhouse, a fascinating talk by local author Jenny Collis.  Did you know it was a home for the destitute paupers, orphans, the elderly, sick and infirm, pregnant women and abandoned children.  Jenny will take us through the centuries and you will hear about how and why folk ended up in the Knutsford workhouse and what life was like on the inside.

Refreshments provided.

For further information about this event please contact:

Mrs Sharon Hulse Cottle
01925 758117

Event location

St Cross Church, Mobberley Road , Knutsford, Macclesfield, WA16 8EL