Crime and Punishment - Guided Tour

Event Description

A unique glimpse into Leicester's first Police Force.

Join Julie McKeown, one of our wonderful tour guides for a special and unique look at the history of Leicester's oldest medieval building from when it was home to Leicester’s first Police Force.

This tour will concentrate upon the theme of ‘Crime and Punishment’. Find out about the unsavoury characters who have passed through its historic doors.

Tour Dates:

• Wednesday 12th March 2025


• Tuesday 18th March 2025


• Wednesday 19th March 2025

Tour times (each date):

• 11:30am, 1pm and 2:30pm

The tours are free, however, donations are welcome. Book in advance online.

Image: Convict: 4415. 11-year-old James Leadbeater. 4'2" in his stockinged feet was whipped and made to serve four-days hard labour with hardened adult criminals.  His crime: stealing celery.

General tours of Leicester Guildhall are also avaiable throught the year

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