Crime & Punishment Running Tour
From Secret London Runs
- Date Thu 11th September 2025 - Thu 25th September 2025
- Time 18:30
- Location London, Greater London
- Price £25.00
- Races 2 races
- Distances 10km
Event summary
Get ready for a thrilling experience with the Crime & Punishment Running Tour, brought to you by Secret London Runs! This unique event is set to take place from Thursday, September 11th to Thursday, September 25th, 2025, in the heart of London, Greater London.
Join us for an engaging 10km guided running tour that takes you from Tower Hill to Marble Arch, where you'll delve into the darker side of London’s rich history. Over the course of approximately 2 hours, you'll discover the eerie remnants of medieval prisons, the haunting sites of notorious executions, and the stories behind infamous gallows. The last 4km of the tour follows the "black parade," the final route taken by countless condemned prisoners from Newgate Gaol to Tyburn Gallows.
This is not just a run; it's an opportunity to explore the city like never before! What crimes were committed? What experiences did these individuals endure? Each step will bring you closer to understanding the gripping tales of London's past. Don’t miss out on this unforgettable adventure – lace up your running shoes and join us for a captivating journey through time!
Join us for an engaging 10km guided running tour that takes you from Tower Hill to Marble Arch, where you'll delve into the darker side of London’s rich history. Over the course of approximately 2 hours, you'll discover the eerie remnants of medieval prisons, the haunting sites of notorious executions, and the stories behind infamous gallows. The last 4km of the tour follows the "black parade," the final route taken by countless condemned prisoners from Newgate Gaol to Tyburn Gallows.
This is not just a run; it's an opportunity to explore the city like never before! What crimes were committed? What experiences did these individuals endure? Each step will bring you closer to understanding the gripping tales of London's past. Don’t miss out on this unforgettable adventure – lace up your running shoes and join us for a captivating journey through time!
Crime & Punishment Running Tour
Thu 11th September 2025 - Thu 25th September 2025
Organiser's Description
Join us on our 10km guided running tour from Tower Hill to Marble Arch, along which you'll uncover the most gruesome side of London's history; from the remains of notorious medieval prisons, to the sites of ghastly gallows and famous executions.
The final 4k of the tour traces the "black parade" - the final journey taken by thousands of condemned prisoners from Newgate gaol, to their exeuction at Tyburn gallows. What crimes had they committed? How did they get there? And what had they seen on the way?
Duration: 2 hours (can vary depending on pace and number of questions)
The final 4k of the tour traces the "black parade" - the final journey taken by thousands of condemned prisoners from Newgate gaol, to their exeuction at Tyburn gallows. What crimes had they committed? How did they get there? And what had they seen on the way?
Duration: 2 hours (can vary depending on pace and number of questions)
Races
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10k - Sub 11 Minute Miles
Thu 11th September 2025 (18:30)
£25.00
Booking for more than 1? -
10k - Gentler Than 11 Minute Miles
Thu 25th September 2025 (18:30)
£25.00
Booking for more than 1?
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