Museum - National Justice Museum in Nottingham, United Kingdom

IMPORTANT UPDATE Following the recent government announcement, The National Justice Museum and City of Caves will now remain closed throughout December. However, fear not! While we do love having you visit us, we'd much rather wait until a time when it is easier and safer for you to do so. We’ve got lots of exciting things planned for 2021, and although you can’t join us on-site for the festive season this year, we’ve got some special seasonal treats in store...... We'll be following government guidance closely and will reassess our position in the near future, so make sure you follow us our page for regular updates. We look forward to seeing you again, but for now, take care and we'll see you soon! [: An external shot of the National Justice Museum in Nottingham]

On this day in 1759, William Andrew Horne was executed. He was arguably one of the worst criminals held at Nottingham County Gaol. When he was found, he shouted "damn the cock bag!" ... A cock bag is a bag for keeping cockerels in. Horne had used one to dispose of one of his victims. We'd like to say a huge thanks to Stephen, our Head Interpreter, for painting the incredible scene when Horne was discovered. Learn more about Horne's story here:

Well here's something you don't get to see often! This graffiti is located in the pits at our museum. These pits are inaccessible to the general public, but history interpreter Hannah managed to venture down into them earlier this week! We're going to share a video of the pits in the near future, but we hope you enjoy this taster for now!

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Earlier this week, we showed you how to find a suitable partner using the art of fanology. This time, we're looking at how you can almost certainly put someone off...Georgian style! Next week, we'll be starting our Christmas celebrations early...watch this space!

We are thrilled to announce the National Justice Museum has received 220,000 as part of the government's Culture Recovery Fund. This will help us to continue being #HereForCulture. A huge thank you to Department for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport, Arts Council England and HM Treasury for your support.

Great news! We're pleased to say that our Halloween events will proceed as planned! We're 'Good to Go', which means we've put all the necessary measures in place to ensure you can have fun with confidence this Halloween...read on to learn a little more about our brand new Condemned tours, which launch next week! This Halloween, you are invited to follow in the footsteps of those who were condemned at Nottingham’s historic County Gaol. ... Hear twisted tales of true crime and discover the horrible histories of those who came before you on our new socially distanced guided tour of the Gaol. Book your tickets here here: https://www.nationaljusticemuseum.org.uk//condemned-hallo/

Are you tired of dating apps? Do you long for the days where a simple bit of fanology could bag you a life partner? THEN LOOK NO FURTHER! We're bringing Georgian courtship back with 'lessons in fanology'...... (If, like us, you love David Attenborough, turn your sound on!)

Following the recent government announcement, we just want you to know that we’re still open to the public, Thursday - Monday, 10am - 5pm. We’ll be open every day throughout October half term, too! We’re ‘good to go’ which means you can have fun with confidence at our venues throughout this new period of local restrictions. ... Read the full statement from CEO Victoria Reeves here: http://ow.ly/QIth50BReD3

This week, we were given exclusive access to some of the hidden parts of Nottingham's National Justice Museum. Join Hannah, one of our Historical Interpreters, as we venture into the parts of the museum not open to the public! This time, we're visiting the pits...

Here at the National Justice Museum, we often get asked whether the graffiti down in the men's exercise yard is real. The answer? Yes! In fact, we've learned a lot about the graffiti in recent weeks... This graffiti belongs to William Peach. Peach was just 20 years old when he was found guilty for the theft of three handkerchiefs on the 5th of January 1835. He was sentenced to 14 years transportation in Van Diemens Land, later known as Tasmania. ... While this may seem harsh, William was a repeat offender, having already been imprisoned for theft aged eleven. When he was 15, he returned to prison on larceny charges. He then returned again when he turned 19. As prison wasn't rehabilitating Peach, he was finally transported. He was held aboard the prison hulk ‘Fortitude’ in Chatham from February 1835, but wasn’t transported until April that year when he was moved to the ‘Layton'. He started his voyage with 271 other convicts and eventually arrived in Tasmania 8 months later. There are many more untold stories down in the prison yard. Next time you visit, be sure to have a look - you'll be amazed what you find!

Blimey! Look at this picture, made by the ever-wonderful Stephen! This picture merges two photographs taken 120 years apart. On the left, we have a pub that used to sit at the top of Drury Hill...on the right, the street as it appears today! Drury Hill was once the main thoroughfare into Nottingham. However, the site was demolished to make way for the Broadmarsh shopping centre. ... While Drury Hill (and Broadmarsh, for the matter...) are no longer a part of the Nottingham cityscape, you can learn all about its history at the City of Caves!

Are you brave enough to join the 'Where's Wally? Spooky museum search' this half term? There are eight mini Wally's to find around our Gaol... Each player will receive a small prize, too! Included in the general admission price. Book your tickets here: www.nationaljusticemuseum.org.uk

Did you know? There are over 850 caves under the bustling streets of Nottingham, many of which are privately owned! If you live in the city centre, there's a high chance you have a cave right under your nose... While we advise against digging up your gardens in search of cavey wonders, you can learn all about the caves and their uses throughout history at our partner attraction, City of Caves Book your tickets here: https://www.nationaljusticemuseum.org.uk//city-caves-tours/

A couple of weeks ago, we welcomed the LeftLion lot for a private viewing of 'Most Haunted' The episode, which features our building, made for difficult viewing...especially in the dark! You can read about the teams' experience in their latest issue, which is listed below. Fancy braving a visit yourself? Don't forget, we've just launched our brand new Condemned tours - find out more and book your tickets here (if you dare!) https://www.nationaljusticemuseum.org.uk//condemned-hallo/

We're taking part in the Where's Wally? Spooky Museum Search! Come along to National Justice Museum from 9 October - 1 November to join in the fun! #WallySpookyMuseumSearch Included in general admission. Book your tickets here: www.nationaljusticemuseum.org.uk

We're continuing our Halloween launch with the return of our popular kids' ghost hunter tours! Are you brave enough to help our over-worked Ghost Hunter catch the pesky ghosts which are causing mayhem throughout the Gaol? Running from 23rd - 31st October, tours are just 6.95 per person. These tours are recommended for ages 5 - 10 years and last approximately one hour.... We have adapted all our events to ensure you can have fun with confidence. For more information and to book your tickets, visit our website! www.nationaljusticemuseum.org.uk

It's officially spooky season! Which means we're ready to launch our brand new after dark event, 'Condemned' This Halloween, you are invited to follow in the footsteps of those who were condemned at Nottingham’s historic County Gaol. Hear twisted tales of true crime and discover the horrible histories of those who came before you on our new socially distanced guided tour of the Gaol. ... DATES: Friday 23rd October Saturday 24th October Friday 30th October Saturday 31st October TIMES: 5pm, 5.30pm, 6pm, 6.30pm, 7pm, 7.30pm Experiences last approximately an hour. Tickets just 13 per person Tickets are expected to sell fast, so book now...we dare you! http://ow.ly/vx6I50BFc2M

Looking for something to do this October half term? We'll be open EVERY DAY throughout the school holidays, with tours running every half an hour at the National Justice Museum. We have plenty planned to keep you busy, including...... - Joint tickets, so you can enjoy both the museum and City of Caves at a reduced price - Character tours at the museum, so you can discover real stories from the Gaol's past - Search for Wally on the official Where's Wally? Spooky museum search - Kids ghost tours, and a brand new after dark tour (details coming soon ) We take the safety of our staff, volunteers and visitors very seriously, so you know you can have fun with confidence when you visit us! Book your tickets and discover more about what we're doing to keep you safe here: www.nationaljusticemuseum.org.uk

Hi folks! We hope you've all had a restful weekend Just so you know. we've changed the way we do our weekday tours at the museum. Starting today, we're running hourly* tours from 10.30am, which means you'll have a little more time to ask your guide some questions! *Tours still run every half an hour on weekends. ... If you haven't been to visit us yet, do come along - it's always lovely to see you! Book your tickets here: www.nationaljusticemuseum.org.uk

Something wicked this way comes... 'Condemned'. Coming soon at the National Justice Museum. Make sure you give us a like and a follow for the latest event updates! ... More details to follow from October 1st.

We're open again from 10am tomorrow, with tickets available for tours both at the museum and City of Caves. We've had some wonderful feedback since re-opening, particularly regarding our enhanced safety measures. Learn more about what we're doing ensure you can have fun with confidence here: http://ow.ly/A5jo50BxFHf... Don't forget, we also have Crime Club: Unsolved! Happening tomorrow evening We have a handful of tickets left, so if you're looking for something to do in Nottingham, why not pay us a visit? Tickets for this event include a complementary drink, so don't miss out!