Dark History Walking Tour in Warwick

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Barrack Street, with the old Warwick Gaol cell — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

By the entrance to the castle — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

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.

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At a glance

Duration: 1 h 30 min
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 30 people
People per booking: 1–15
Guide: English
Operated by: The Weird Walk of Warwick

Ages: Children (12–15 years) · Adults (16–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: All Fees and Taxes

Itinerary

The Lord Leycester

10 min

See one of Warwick's oldest buildings, and learn of the ghost story that took place there, and the deadly murder committed nearby,
Warwick Castle

8 min

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.
Stop 3

8 min

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.
Stop 4

16 min

By the old horse and coach entrance to Warwick Castle, you'll hear two stories from the past.

First up is the story 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.
Stop 5

8 min

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

8 min

See Warwick's tallest building and found out which famous face's from history are buried there.
Stop 7

8 min

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!
Stop 8

16 min

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.
Stop 9

8 min

The tour ends in the market square of Warwick, which is behind Old Shire Hall and the County Courts of Warwickshire.

The final story 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!

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

We will be on the corner of Brook Street and The Lord Leycester.

Please be aware that we are not employed by the Lord Leycester Hospital, it is simply our meeting point.