The Grim Fate of the Two Marys
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Coventry's Last Two Women to Face the Gallows In the shadowy recesses of Coventry's history lie tales of crime and punishment that evoke both fascination and horror. Among these are the grim stories of the last two women to face the public gallows, their final moments etched into the collective memory of the city. Executed on Whitley Common and Cuckoo Lane, these events marked the end of an era of public executions, reflecting the harsh realities of justice in a bygone age. Step back into a time when the streets of Coventry bore witness to the ultimate punishment, and discover the chilling stories of these women whose lives ended under the noose, forever haunting the places where they met their fates.1 hour 30 minutes
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1849 - female hangings are on the rise. Mary Ball is the last woman in Coventry to be hanged. Join me on-site at Cuckoo Lane where 20,000 people watched the public hanging.
Learn about Mary, her tumultuous relationship with her husband Thomas and her executioner on the site of her death. 1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location
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Outside the Herbert Art Museum - the museum is not the organiserView Location
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Customers must make their own way to and meet at the start point- Travelers CANNOT choose a custom pickup or meeting location.
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- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Must be able to stand for 90 minutes.
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No redemption point. This is a direct entry ticketPlease show your booking confirmation on arrival.Cancellation & Refunds
Cancellable up to 24 hours before the travel date (local supplier time) for a full refund. A 100% cancellation penalty applies for cancellations submitted less than 24 hours before the start time.- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Suplier may cancel the activity on account of bad weather conditions.
- Cancel at least 1 day before activity starts in Europe/London time to receive 100% refund.
Operated by Haunted coventry Ghost WalkCreated on 05 Oct 2019Created on 03 Jan 2025
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