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Barrack Street, with the old Warwick Gaol cell
At the doors to Old Shire Hall, the former County Courts of Warwickshire
Walking past the chapel of St James, on Westgate
By the town entrance to Warwick Castle
The execution site of Warwick

Dark History Walking Tour in Warwick

By The Weird Walk of Warwick
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Overview

Hear Ghost Stories from Warwick Castle. Visit the Lord Leycester Hospital and discover the murder that took place right behind it. Hear the legendary tale of the demonic dog that stalks the streets of Warwick. Follow the path of the Great Fire of Warwick, from where it started to where it ended. Visit Warwick's tallest building and find out which famous characters from history are buried there. Discover the deadly murderers and criminals who were trialed and executed in Warwick.

Activity location

  • Lord Leycester Hospital
    • 60 High Street
    • CV34 4BH, Warwick, United Kingdom

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Lord Leycester Hospital
    • 60 High Street
    • CV34 4BH, Warwick, England, United Kingdom

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  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transport options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travellers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travellers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Activity itinerary

Lord Leycester Hospital
  • 10m
See one of Warwick's oldest buildings, and learn of the ghost storey that took place there, and the deadly murder committed nearby,
Warwick Castle
  • 8m
Discover the daring heist that took place in Warwick Castle's coach house and stables, and how it became the magnificent example of British history it is today.
The Oken Tea Rooms
  • 8m
Visit the old home of Thomas Oken, a popular Elizabethan merchant who left all of his wealth to the town of Warwick. You'll find out what happened on the night of his death, and the spooky happenings that happened after he died.
Castle Hill
  • 16m
By the old horse and coach entrance to Warwick Castle, you'll hear two stories from the past. First up is the storey of Piers Gaveston, the controversial noble who was best friends with Kind Edward II. His actions resulted in him being sentenced to death, and killed, in Warwick. Then there is Fulke Greville, the owner of Warwick Castle who made it the magnificent building it is today. But his tight-fisted nature became his downfall, as you learn about the tragic circumstances around his death.
Mill Street
  • 8m
One of Warwick's oldest and most impressive streets. Get your cameras ready as you walk down the most picturesque part of Warwick. Once you reach the foot of Caesar's Tower, it's time to hear the most infamous legend from Warwick. The tale of Moll Bloxham; the hellhound of Warwick.
Collegiate Church of St Mary's
  • 8m
See Warwick's tallest building and found out which famous face's from history are buried there.
The Old Shire Hall
  • 8m
You'll stand outside the old Warwickshire County Courts, where the very worst criminals in Warwickshire were tried, jailed and executed. Here you'll learn about the trial procedure, the county courts and the strangest court case ever heard!
Barrack Street
  • 16m
On this street lies the last remaining gaol cell in Warwick. There you will hear of one murderous criminal who spent their final moments in Warwick, before being executed. You'll then make the short journey to the very spot where the execution scaffold once stood, and hear about the terrible family who were hanged by the neck there, and what astonishing actions took place AFTER their death.
Heron Sculpture Fountain
  • 8m
The tour ends in the market square of Warwick, which is behind Old Shire Hall and the County Courts of Warwickshire. The final storey is one of murder, insanity and witchcraft, with a cruel crime, shocking trial and some odd developments in between. You are then free to head to any of the nearby pubs and restaurants!

Location

Activity location

  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIESLord Leycester Hospital
    • 60 High Street
    • CV34 4BH, Warwick, United Kingdom

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLELord Leycester Hospital
    • 60 High Street
    • CV34 4BH, Warwick, England, United Kingdom

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