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Highwayman’s Heist! – Sat 24 Oct 2015

York Castle Museum is housed in buildings originally built as prisons for both debtors and felons. Its most famous inmate was highwayman Dick Turpin, who spent his last days here before being executed in 1739 for horse theft.

Discover Highwayman’s Heist! – A special family trail around the museum, discovering both the truth and myths of Dick Turpin’s life as a highwayman. Complete the trail activities to join Dick’s criminal gang.

50p per trail, includes a highwayman’s mask!

Event details

Price

50p

Dates

Saturday 24 October 2015–Sunday 1 November 2015, All Day

Venue

Start at Reception

York Castle Museum,
Eye of York
York
North Yorkshire
YO1 9RY

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