Come and explore our policing history
It’s a great day out for all, so come join us and be part of policing history at our very own Victorian lock-up.
We’re open Wednesday – Saturday from 10am to 4pm* with exceptions**.
We may be closed to the public for events or private group, school or corporate bookings, please be sure to refer to our calendar when booking or planning a visit.
Tickets purchased are for a self guided tour of the museum. If you would like a tour, please look at our whats on section. Guided tours can be arranged for group visits
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Upcoming Events
The Murder of Oscar Spence
We ask you to join us on Friday 23rd October for our Halloween inspired murder mystery night, The Murder of Oscar Spence. Fancy your chances as a detective or know someone who thinks they are the next Sherlock Holmes? If so, then come join us after hours in the atmospheric setting of the Victorian Lock …
Date: 23rd October 2026
Time: Event begins at 18:30, doors open at 18:15
Tickets: £24.00
Scary Tales: Witches on Trial
Following the successful sentencing of the Big Bad Wolf during our Nursery Crimes trials, we’re back with more creepy creatures in court!
Bring your grown ups to trial as we discover the witches living amongst us! You are the jury and key witnesses to proving whether your adults have been acting suspicious and have secretly been living a double life as witches all along!
This Halloween activity is included in museum entry between the 28th – 30th October.
Spaces are not pre-bookable, simply arrive at the museum and head to our makeshift courtroom at 11am or 1pm
Date: 28th October 2026
Time: 11am and 1pm, Wednesday - Friday during October half-term
Tickets: Free - included in museum entry.
SOLD OUT! Writing Wrongs Live! : Language and Economic (In)justice
This event is now sold out!
Date: 28th October 2026
Time: 4pm - 6pm
Tickets: Free