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Shady Characters and Ne’er Do Wells
Villains, Vice & Vintage Belper
This isn’t your usual town stroll. Discover the secret haunts of Belper’s most notorious criminals and uncover the underhanded tales that history tried to hide. From shady dealings to scandalous escapades, the town comes alive with intrigue at every corner.
Your 1.5-mile journey takes you through the heart of Belper:
• Start at the bustling Market Place and uncover its hidden stories
• Step inside the first purpose-built courthouse in Belper
• Wander the historic grounds of St Peter’s Church
• Meander through the homestead to the Triangle, back along the A6, and past iconic inns like the Lion Hotel and Railway Hotel
• Explore King Street, where secrets linger behind every doorway
Mostly pavement, with some uphill stretches — perfect for a spine-tingling urban adventure.
• Hear tales the history books won’t tell
• Walk where criminals once roamed
Dare to uncover the town’s dark side?
This is your chance.
The shadows of Belper are waiting…
Walk Leader: Jane Whitaker
This isn’t your usual town stroll. Discover the secret haunts of Belper’s most notorious criminals and uncover the underhanded tales that history tried to hide. From shady dealings to scandalous escapades, the town comes alive with intrigue at every corner.
Your 1.5-mile journey takes you through the heart of Belper:
• Start at the bustling Market Place and uncover its hidden stories
• Step inside the first purpose-built courthouse in Belper
• Wander the historic grounds of St Peter’s Church
• Meander through the homestead to the Triangle, back along the A6, and past iconic inns like the Lion Hotel and Railway Hotel
• Explore King Street, where secrets linger behind every doorway
Mostly pavement, with some uphill stretches — perfect for a spine-tingling urban adventure.
• Hear tales the history books won’t tell
• Walk where criminals once roamed
Dare to uncover the town’s dark side?
This is your chance.
The shadows of Belper are waiting…
Walk Leader: Jane Whitaker
Sunday 18 Oct 26
Belper Marketplace Derbyshire DE56 1FZ
10.30am-12.30pm Tickets: Adults £7.50 (plus online booking fee) Under 16s go free Places are limited – all walks must be pre-booked online at www.belpernorthmill.org.uk/calendar/
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