Crime & Punishment Running Tour - Steady

Secret London Runs

From Secret London Runs

Sunday 20th September 2020 Past event
17:00
London
£17.60 · 1 race
10km

Event summary

Join Secret London Runs for an unforgettable experience on the Crime & Punishment Running Tour, set to take place on Sunday, September 20, 2020, in the heart of London, Greater London! This thrilling 10k guided running tour will take you on a journey through the city's dark and intriguing history, exploring the infamous crimes and punishments that shaped London.

As you run from Tower Hill to Marble Arch, you'll uncover the chilling stories of notorious medieval prisons, gallows, and the infamous figures who walked the path of the condemned. Perfect for those who typically run at a pace of 10-12 minute miles, this tour offers a unique blend of fitness and fascinating history. Although the event has been cancelled due to ongoing concerns regarding Coronavirus, we encourage you to stay tuned for updates from Secret London Runs and look forward to future opportunities to explore the city's underbelly on foot!

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Organiser's description

--- This event has been cancelled due to ongoing concerns regarding Coronavirus. The race organiser will be in touch with you in due course if you have made a booking for this event. ---

A new grisly excursion through London's underworld. Along a scenic 10k guided running tour from Tower Hill to Marble Arch, 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. What were the worst crimes committed by Londoners? And how were they punished?

The tour ends by running along the 'Black Parade', which follows in the footsteps of thousands of condemned prisoners as they journeyed from Newgate Prison to the Tyburn Gallows. Which famous criminals took this path? Who managed to escape? And what happened when they got to their destination? Discover London's dark and twisted underbelly.

Join this tour if you usually run 10k in 10-12 minute miles

Location

Tower Hill Station, 38 Trinity Square, London, EC3N 4DJ

Secret London Runs

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