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Crime And Punishment Guided Tour

12th July
The Guildhall, Guildhall Lane, Leicester, LE1 5FQ
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A unique glimpse into Leicester's first Police Force

Join Mark Collins, 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 times

1130am, 1pm and 230pm on 12th July (you must select this date from the calendar when booking - all other dates are the regular tour)

The tours are 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 throughout the year.

Performances

11:30 to 15:30 - Sunday 12th July

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The Guildhall
Guildhall Lane
Leicester
LE1 5FQ
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