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Crime and Punishment walk

Peterborough's criminal past brought to life.

crime walkOn this tour your guide is a Victorian policeman who will lead you around the city centre and tell tales of Peterborough's grim past. Find out where the city's gaols were and about the appalling conditions inside. See where public hangings and floggings took place - Peterborough was one of the last places in mainland Britain to have public floggings. Discover the history of the city police force, find out where someone really did read the riot act, and find out about some of our most notorious criminals.

 

Tour dates for 2011

Please note: This is only a guide to ticket availability, please call us on (01733) 864663 for up to date information.    

  • Thursday 17 March at 7.30pm
  • Thursday 21 April at 7.30pm
  • Thursday 19 May at 7.30pm
  • Thursday 16 June at 7.30pm
  • Thursday 21 July at 7.30pm
  • Thursday 18 August at 7.30pm
  • Thursday 15 September at 7.30pm
  • Thursday 16 October at 7.30pm
  • Thursday 17 November at 7.30pm
  • Thursday 22 December at 7.30pm

Ticket prices and how to book

We can also organise private bookings on a night of your choice (subject to availability).

Although tickets can be purchased on the night, due to the popularity of the walks pre-booking is strongly recommended.


Vivacity 

Many of Peterborough’s most popular cultural and sporting facilities are part of Vivacity, an independent, not-for-profit organisation with charitable status.

Find out more about the trust on the Vivacity website.