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Galleries of Justice

Shire Hall | High Pavement, Nottingham N91 1HN, England
01159 520 555
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Ranked #1 of 46 attractions in Nottingham
Type: History Museums, Historic Sites, Tours
Description: This interactive museum takes you through a realistic rendering of the 14th-century penal system, from crime to punishment.
Useful Information: Activities for older children
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Wolverhampton, United Kingdom
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12 reviews 12 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 June 2013

wonderful building and the interactive tour, standing in the courthouse imagining all the famous criminals passing through it was very interesting

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Isle of Man, United Kingdom
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 June 2013

visited several times, intersting place steeped in history, but recenlty the actors that show you around are just rubbish. it ruined the experience

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Nottingham, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 June 2013

great for the family, but leave a whole day because there is lots to see. also connected to the galleries is the police museum that too is a lot of fun. kids love it, but adults do too

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Nottingham, United Kingdom
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26 reviews 26 reviews
7 attraction reviews
Reviews in 16 cities Reviews in 16 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 June 2013

Went over half term. Took nearly two hours to get round which was a surprise when we looked at our watches. Had three actors explaining the history which added to the experience (but please talk normally, not is some strangulated form!) Charlie Pease was the STAR. Lots to look at and good descriptions. We especially like the Oubliette, the PITS... More

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Nottingham, United Kingdom
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7 attraction reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 31 May 2013 via mobile

We visited with our 8 & 10 year olds during the school holiday and booked on to one of the guided tours. It was excellent. The guides were knowledgeable and it was pitched at the right level to contain something for everyone in the party. Be warned that you might end up playing a role in the tour yourself as... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 May 2013

Visited today with children aged 8 , 5 and 2 years, All of the staff were very friendly and helpuful. The tour is unable to accomodate pushchairs but the staff were happy to store it in safety behind the main counter. The characters on the tour were very well informed and kept everyone interested. Was dubious at first that this... More

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Wolverhampton, United Kingdom
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 May 2013

Creepy, cold and great fun. The actors made it fun and eduactional, this tour or our rather grizzly past justice system. Would recommend.

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Rosmalen
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 May 2013

The story of Nottingham told by Robin Hood and other crooks themselves. You will see the old court room and go down into the cellars. Very child-friendly attraction.

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Nottingham, United Kingdom
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10 reviews 10 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2013

A native of Nottingham, but always good to visit things on your own doorstep. As 2 adults we took the tour with interesting and engaging guides of the different periods - we weren't quite sure what to expect but found it really facinating with so much history for those interested in the local stuff, but also really impressive in conveying... More

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Aston, England
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 May 2013

Popped into the Galleries of Justice for a combined ticket tour of there and the Nottingham Caves under the shopping centre nearby. The characters who portray part of the tour and their knowledge really make it worth while and are very good in the parts they play, all adding an atmosphere and ambience to the tour. The tour is very... More

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