Summer M**der and Mayhem - Round our Way - Heritage Walks Wakefield
About this Event
Heritage Walking Tour of Wakefield
Summer M**der and Mayhem - Round our Way
Special Event for Summer 2026
This wonderful group of passionate women is working to share with you the stories, heritage and history of Wakefield. But in the warm, light evenings of Summer. Perfect if you want to experience this event but don't want to venture out during the cold, dark Autumn nights.
Come along to this poular event and hear exciting tales of M**der, mystery and all manner of interesting tales of Wakefield and its people.
As a Dream Time Creative production we bring our expertise, passion and love of a good costume to the streets of Wakefield for your delight and delectation.
The fabulous volunteers have selected their highlights and best bits from some of our most popular tours. Join the team to experience 'M**der and Mayhem' covering the team's favourite historical and gruseome tales. Hear some incredible tales to amuse, delight and shock.
You are welcome to ask as many questions as you like during the tour. This tour will last approximately 90 minutes, but you should allow up to 2 hours. There is so much to share with you. Tickets £10, with discounts available.
This is a gentle, ambling walk (with some uphill sections) and the route is wheelchair friendly. Dress for the weather.
If you'd like to join us for this special event we will gather at Pemberton House, Westgate at 7pm on Wednesday, 29 July, where our tales of Wakefield begin.
Death rituals, brutal murders and animal escapes are just some of the fascinating stories from Wakefield's incredible past that you will hear about on this immersive heritage tour by the ‘Round Our Way’ Team.
Incorporating iconic Georgian buildings, blue plaques, darkened streets and dangerous corners this walk will thrill you with its content and keep you talking about what you’ve learnt long afterwards.
An entirely volunteer led Dream Time Creative Production, our walks are delivered by women passionate about his and herstory, with infectious enthusiasm for storytelling, an interest in the dark and mysterious, a dramatic flair when delivering and look great in historical costumes!
Your tour will start promptly and we kindly ask that you arrive 5 to 10 minutes before the start time. You will find us on Westgate outside Pemberton House, opposite the Elephant and Castle public house. You can also find us using what3words sang.sings.fields
Other Information
If you're a returning visitor you're eligible for a discounted ticket price of £8 - use the code BOOKED at the checkout. If you have been on any of our walks, use the discount code.
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Raising funds for Blue Plaques for Women
This event is one of a series of walks and talks, all being done to raise money for blue plaques for women. Did you know that each new plaque costs between £700 and £800? There are currently around 40 plaques with dedicated female names in Wakefield, which makes us the top city in the UK to recognise our Forgotten Women BUT there are lots more women whose stories need to be told and acknowledged. Hear about some of them on the tour and help us to raise the much needed funds for our next project.
Learn more about the Forgotten Women of Wakefield to see how important it is that women are recognised, and help Wakefield to become the first city with true blue plaque parity.
You'll hear about latest plans to celebrate more Wakefield women.
Make a Donation
If you like what we do and would like to make a donation it would be very gratefully received. This is an entirely voluntary project and money raised goes towards future blue plaque projects. Choose 'donation' at the checkout
FAQs
See our FAQs below for more information, including options to purchase discounted tickets and 'pay as you feel' tickets. Don't let cost be a barrier, everyone is welcome.
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