The Bendigo Story - Guided Tour
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Learn about the incredible life of Bendigo, Nottingham's first sporting superstar, in this walking tour of the historic city centre
Step back into 19th-century Nottingham and follow in the footsteps of one of the city’s most remarkable characters in The Bendigo Story. This guided journey explores the life and legacy of William 'Bendigo' Thompson—the legendary bare-knuckle champion who rose from poverty to become a national sporting hero.
Explore the historic streets around Nottingham’s Old Market Square and the Lace Market, your guide will tell the dramatic story of Bendigo’s early life growing up in turbulent times. You’ll hear how he became the most exciting fighter the developing sport of boxing had seen. How his name was known around the world and whose legacy remains strong.
Bold Bendigo, boxing’s original southpaw.
Step back into 19th-century Nottingham and follow in the footsteps of one of the city’s most remarkable characters in The Bendigo Story. This guided journey explores the life and legacy of William 'Bendigo' Thompson—the legendary bare-knuckle champion who rose from poverty to become a national sporting hero.
Explore the historic streets around Nottingham’s Old Market Square and the Lace Market, your guide will tell the dramatic story of Bendigo’s early life growing up in turbulent times. You’ll hear how he became the most exciting fighter the developing sport of boxing had seen. How his name was known around the world and whose legacy remains strong.
Bold Bendigo, boxing’s original southpaw.
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Where is it happening?
Nottingham Tourism Centre, 1-4 Smithy Row, Nottingham, NG1 2, United Kingdom
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Host or PublisherThe Bendigo Heritage Project
