Gruesome Great Yarmouth Guided Heritage Walk - Guided Walk in Great Yarmouth - Great Yarmouth

The Tolhouse Gaol

About

Starting point: Gates of Great Yarmouth Minster

Finish point: Tolhouse gaol, Tolhouse Street, NR30 2SQ

Walks take approx 90 minutes.

From the strange and curious to the dark and murderous, Great Yarmouth is home to many gruesome and macabre tales. 

Join our trained Guide on this wicked walk to hear all the gruesome details. 

Learn about murders committed in the Rows and see where trials were held by the Witchfinder General. Hear how the market place was used for grim entertainments, whippings and savage punishments. A wealth of terrible tales and Yarmouth yarns will make this a heritage walk to remember.

Season Finale with Gruesome Reception at Kirsty's Cakery

On our final walk of the season, Thursday 29 October, we'll have a Gruesome Reception at Kirsty's Cakery at 5pm ahead of the walk starting at 6pm. Includes Bucks Fizz, Punch and Canapes. Please let us know of any dietary requirements. 

Children aged 12 and over are permitted on this walk when accompanied by a responsible adult.

Booking is essential. Click here to book now!

Guide Prices

Adults £5.50
Children (12 - 17 years) £3

Season finale with Gruesome Reception at Kirsty's Cakery
Adults £16
Children (12 - 17 years) £11

Children must be 12 or older and be accompanied by an adult.

Booking essential with bookings closing 48 hours ahead of each walk

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Map & Directions

Gruesome Great Yarmouth Guided Heritage Walk

Type:Guided Walk

Great Yarmouth Minster, Church Plain, Great Yarmouth, Norfolk, NR30 1NE

Tel: 01493 846107

Opening Times

Season (25 June 2026)
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Thursday18:00
Season (9 July 2026)
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Thursday18:00
Season (23 July 2026)
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Thursday18:00
Season (6 Aug 2026)
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Thursday18:00
Season (20 Aug 2026)
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Thursday18:00
Season Finale with Gruesome Reception at Kirsty's Cakery (29 Oct 2026)
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Thursday17:00