This Easter, step into the darker side of Cornwall’s history with Bodmin Jail’s exclusive You’re Pulling My Leg tour. A gripping, immersive experience that reveals the brutal reality of public hangings and the evolution of execution.
From hanging trees to the gallows, discover the macabre history of justice
Led by our award-winning Tour Guides, this special guided tour runs daily from 5th April to 21st April 2025, offering a unique journey through centuries of crime and punishment:
- The Origins of Execution
Trace the chilling path from ancient hanging trees and crossroads to the grand spectacle of public executions at Cornwall’s county jail.
- The Gallows & the Long Drop
Explore the transition from public to private hangings and uncover the gruesome details of execution methods used throughout history.
- Infamous Hangmen & Folklore
Hear spine-chilling tales of the executioners, notorious criminals, and the eerie legends that haunt Bodmin Jail to this day.
