Jailbirds of Old London Halloween walking tour

  • 6 reviews
  • Central Criminal Court

Description

  • Walks & Tours, Theatre/Arts and Something A Little Different
  • Tickets from £18.50
  • Over 18
  • This event has taken place.
  • 19:30 - 21:30


"When a woman gives way to vice, she sinks far lower than a man..."


Ready for the 'anging? 

London has a long, dark legacy of trial, punishment and execution. The stories and grisly ends of Jack Sheppard, Captain Kidd and many other male criminals of London lore are well known and documented.  But what about the women? Join us on a journey to discover four of the lesser-known female felons of London's past. 

From the Old City of London to the bustling West End, allow your Guide, Miss.D.Meaner, show you the places that crimes and executions took place in the 1800's and early 1900's, and introduce you to the women responsible for them!

You will hear stories and dramatic re-enactments** of...

  • ...A 22 year old 'Criminal Mastermind'...
  • ...A 'poisonous' domestic servant...
  • ...A murderous foster carer...
  • ...A cunning courtesan...

We will also examine how female criminals were perceived and treated during this period, the influence of class and race, and whether things have changed much today in the criminal justice system, and in society as a whole. 


Walking Tour lasts 2-2.5 hours. Meet outside The Old Bailey Central Criminal Court and finish on The Strand near the Savoy Hotel. Please note - distances between stops can be up to 17 minutes of walking. There are no stops on this tour. It is your responsibility to make sure that you have reasonable fitness to take part. 


**CONTENT TRIGGER WARNING - contains themes of murder, abuse, child abuse, violence and sex. We include dramatic reenactments of executions that may be triggering to some.**

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Tickets/Times

Ticket Event time Cost
Regular 19:30 - 21:30 £18.50

Location

Address

Central Criminal Court, Old Bailey, London, EC4M 7EH


Getting there

Organiser

Herstorical Tours
Guided, theatrical walking tours of London with a difference. We bring HER story to life.

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1. The ticket holder voluntarily assumes all risks and danger incidental to the event for which the ticket is issued, whether occurring prior, during or after the event. The ticket holder voluntarily agrees that the management, venue, event participants, DesignMyNight WFL Media Ltd and all of their respective agents, officers, directors, owners and employers are expressly released by the ticket holder from any claims arising from such causes.
2. Tickets are issued subject to the rules and regulations of Westminster Council.
3. Please check your tickets, as mistakes cannot always be rectified.
4. Occasionally, events are cancelled or postponed by the promoter, team or performers for a variety of reasons. If the event is cancelled, please contact us for information on receiving a refund from the responsible party. If the event was moved or rescheduled, the promoter may set refund limitations. It is your responsibility to ascertain the date and time of any rearranged event.
5. Herstorical Tours reserves the right to refuse admission and may on occasion have to conduct security searches to ensure the safety of the patrons.
6. Due to the nature of the event, latecomers cannot be accommodated.
7. We regret that tickets cannot be exchanged or refunded after purchase.
8. Tickets are sold subject to the promoter's right to alter or vary the programme due to events or circumstances beyond its control without being obliged to refund monies or exchange tickets.
9. If this ticket is re-sold or transferred for profit or commercial gain by anyone other than the promoter, DesignMyNight or one of their authorised sub-agents, it will become voidable and the holder may be refused entry to or ejected from the event.
10. The promoter and DesignMyNight accept no responsibility for any personal property.
12. The event listed on the purchased ticket is strictly for ticket holders who are over 16 years of age. Identification may be required.

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  • Written by Luke

    Rating: 5

    It was so refreshing to find this interactive walk about sex workers very respectful of the women themselves, putting their stories in the historical context of the all-prevailing patriarchy of the eighteenth century. The host Maria has clearly researched her subject thoroughly but wears the knowledge lightly and is never less than engaging and enthusiastic. All in all, the tour, including the talented actresses playing various roles, is entertaining, professional and occasionally very moving.
  • Written by Michael

    Rating: 5

    We’ve done loads of walking tours, but this is special. It’s packed with brilliant stories, but it’s the immersive element and easy charm of Maria. That makes this something special.
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