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Dark History Walking Tour in Warwick | 1 hour 30 minutes

127 Reviews | Warwick
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  • Offered in: English
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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.

Itinerary

  • The Lord Leycester

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

    10 minutes

  • Warwick Castle

    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.

    8 minutes

  • N/A

    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.

    8 minutes

  • N/A

    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.

    16 minutes

  • N/A

    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.

    8 minutes

  • Collegiate Church of St Mary's

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

    8 minutes

  • N/A

    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!

    8 minutes

  • N/A

    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.

    16 minutes

  • N/A

    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!

    8 minutes

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Additional Info

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

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4.9

127 reviews

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Showing 1-5 of 116 reviews with 5 stars

Entertaining evening walk

Published on May, 2025

A very entertaining evening walk around Warwick, who knew it had such a rich history? We would certainly recommend this tour, and we'll be returning.

Interesting and very entertaining

Published on May, 2025

Our guide was knowledgeable and entertaining. The walk took us to some very interesting places and we learnt a lot about Warwick and some of the darker events of its past.

Highly entertaining

Published on May, 2025

Thank you to our guide last night, we had a great time. Mr Worthington was highly entertaining. I would recommend you do this, as you learn some of Warwick's darker past. We look forward to the Christmas one.

Excellent tour guide

Published on May, 2025

Excellent tour guide and very interesting tour. Lots of history in Warwick. Had a great evening, could have stayed even longer, thank you!

A must when in Warwick

Published on May, 2025

Absolutely brilliant, so much fun and very informative too. Will do more of their events. Definitely recommend! 10 / 10

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