2 hours
E-voucher
English
Overview
Coventry's Last Two Women to Face the Gallows
In the shadowy recesses of Coventry's history lie tales of crime and punishment that evoke both fascination and horror. Among these are the grim stories of the last two women to face the public gallows, their final moments etched into the collective memory of the city.
Executed on Whitley Common and Cuckoo Lane, these events marked the end of an era of public executions, reflecting the harsh realities of justice in a bygone age.
Step back into a time when the streets of Coventry bore witness to the ultimate punishment, and discover the chilling stories of these women whose lives ended under the noose, forever haunting the places where they met their fates.
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Haunted coventry Ghost Walk
Itinerary
1849 - female hangings are on the rise. Mary Ball is the last woman in Coventry to be hanged. Join me on-site at Cuckoo Lane where 20,000 people watched the public hanging.
Learn about Mary, her tumultuous relationship with her husband Thomas and her executioner on the site of her death.
2 hours
Experience
Inclusions
- Guided Tour
Additional Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Must be able to stand for 90 minutes.
Guide Languages
English
Cancellation Policy
A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.
No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.