Uncover the Past -Crime and Punishment

A series of 3 workshops Thursday 2, 9 and 16 October.

This course looks at the history of crime, looking at types of crime, which courts they would be tried in and punishments for those found guilty, from prison to hanging.

Each session will include an introduction to the topic, a practical exercise and a chance to look at a range of related original documents. The sessions are:

1. The court system
2. Prisons, prisoners and police
3. Punishment and life insde the prison

Norfolk Archives and Heritage Development Foundation supporters can enjoy our research workshops for free. For more information and to join visit NorAH.

Find our Summer-Autumn 2025 programme of events here

If you are no longer able to attend, please let us know so that we can offer your place to someone on the waiting list.