KS4 Crime and Punishment

Essential information

Maximum group size 60, £6 per pupil, 10am until 2pm, minimum fee £240

The event

Norwich Castle has been a prison for most of its existence. Take a tour of the museum's former Georgian prison buildings and discover how the Castle changed as a prison from the 14th century to 1883. Study real and replica punishment objects in the dungeons, and re-enact the trial of James Blomfield Rush, accused of double murder in 1849.

Suitable for all GCSE exam boards.

Please note:

• The dungeons are not wheelchair-accessible and have steps and uneven flooring.
• Shirehall courtroom is closed so trial activities will take place in the main museum.

Aims and learning outcomes:

• Examine real implements of punishment to see and get a feel for how punishments through time have changed.
• Describe and explain 19th century prison reform.
• Describe continuities and changes to trials and punishments from c.500AD to the present day.

How to book

Advance booking is essential. To book, please call 01603 493636 or email norwichcastle.bookings@norfolk.gov.uk.