In The Shadow of the Noose: Crime & Punishment in Georgian England

Part of the "What did the Georgians ever do for us?" lecture series. A talk by Stuart Orme. Crime in the Georgian period has a romantic image - dashing highwaymen and stories of derring-do. But what was the reality of crime in this period? Explore the truth behind the myths of notorious criminals including Dick Turpin, as well as the summary trials and brutal executions when justice was ruled by the 'Bloody Code'.

Suitable for
14-15
16-17
18+

Admission
Tickets £5 Adults, £4 concessions

Source: http://www.culture24.org.uk/se000131?id=EVENT542419