Guildford Workhouse

The Spike Heritage Centre

4.8/5
(256) · Museum in Guildford, United Kingdom
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The Spike Community Centre is a Community center located in Guildford .

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4.8/5 · 256 reviews
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Apr 7, 2025
A small group went to visit this museum. It is a little bit out of the centre of Guildford. We had a warm welcome. The guided tour was excellent. We were all intrigued. The curators couldn't have bee…Full review by V6099EAkarenm
Mar 22, 2025
Grew up not far from this area and never imagined this place existed, although it opened as a place to visit after I moved away. Very glad that we paid a visit here, our guide Dennis was great and th…Full review by 185jenw
Mar 11, 2025
An intriguing tour of the workhouse and interesting facts about its past history including a 15 minute short film Our Guide Sian was extremely knowledgeable and welcoming. We spent nearly 90 minutes…Full review by Halycondays57

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Where can I park?
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we have a carpark (16 spaces)
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Absolutely would love to visit the Spike, this week. Do I have to book in advance for a tour guide or can we go round …
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Absolutely would love to visit the Spike, this week. Do I have to book in advance for a tour guide or can we go round ourselves without? How much is entry price? Many thanks.
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We just turned up and joined a tour. We didn’t need to book. Perhaps if you are a large party it might help to call ahead.
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Hi, My children are 7 yrs and 5.5 yrs. Do you think they are a bit young to visit? The 5.5 yr old has just finished learning …
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Hi, My children are 7 yrs and 5.5 yrs. Do you think they are a bit young to visit? The 5.5 yr old has just finished learning about the Victorians at school and loved the topic. Thanks!
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Possibly a little young for a 6 year old. The Spike is about extreme poverty There are mannequins and genuine artefacts - poverty isn’t fun Do come and tell us 24 hours before you …
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Possibly a little young for a 6 year old. The Spike is about extreme poverty There are mannequins and genuine artefacts - poverty isn’t fun Do come and tell us 24 hours before you do and we will arrange for a primary school tour guide to take you round, Not too grim then - it’s unique
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