10am-5pm, Monday-Saturday at The Hold
Suffolk Archive’s latest exhibition and accompanying series of walks, talks, and workshops invites you to take a walk on the wild side and explore crime and punishment in the county’s lawless past.
Unearth chilling stories of famous local incidents like the Red Barn Murder, the Acton Dumpling Murderess, and the last public execution in Suffolk.
Read Margaret Catchpole’s personal letters sent to her family and friends in Suffolk during her Australian exile – on display in the UK for the first time.
Explore what crime is and how it and punishment have changed over time.
The exhibition is free and suitable for all.
The Hold, 131 Fore Street
24/10/2025 – 17/01/2026
10am-5pm, Monday-Saturday
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