Londoners on Trial: Crime, Courts and the Public (1244-1924) Private Tour

Thursday 24 September 2026

The London Archives, 40 Northampton Road, London. EC1R 0HB

11.30am to 1.00pm

The curators of The London Archives will guide us through the exhibition uncovering the stories of London’s criminals, victims and law enforcers from the medieval period to modern times. Drawing on extensive archives, the tour will examine how the growing city was governed and Londoners’ enduring fascination with true crime. Through cases involving figures such as Moll Cutpurse, Dick Turpin, Jack Sheppard, Oscar Wilde, and Sylvia Pankhurst, the exhibition reveals how historical records can illuminate lives, homes and the streets of London’s past.

The tour lasts approximately 1 hour and there will be an opportunity to ask questions. After the tour you’ll have plenty of time to explore the exhibition by yourself.

NB: Vibrant Exmouth Market, a bustling pedestrianised street is a couple of streets away from The London Archives with lunchtime street food stalls, lovely restaurants and independent shops to explore afterwards,  at your leisure.

Places: 15
Cost: £13.00