The Husbands Bosworth Witch Trial - Recreated
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Nine women accused. Nine women condemned. A boy whose terrifying story would later unravel.
In 1616, nine women from the Husbands Bosworth area were executed following one of Leicestershire’s most disturbing witch trials.
More than 400 years later, their story returns to the courtroom.
Step inside Leicester’s historic Guildhall and experience a dramatic recreation of the accusations, testimony and events surrounding the trial.
Will you simply witness the trial — or sit on the jury?
JURY TICKET — £17.07
Only 12 available.
Take your place on the jury, then retire to the Guildhall’s jury room to discuss the trial and the fate of the condemned. Includes refreshments.
GENERAL ADMISSION — £16.16
Witness the recreation of this extraordinary and tragic chapter in Leicestershire’s history.
What drove a community to believe witchcraft was responsible for a young boy’s mysterious fits? Who were the women accused? And how did fear and superstition end in tragedy?
Hear the evidence. Witness the trial. Decide what you believe.
With just 12 jury places available, book early if you want to take your seat in the jury box.
Tickets go on sale: 31st October 2026 at www.leicestermuseums.org
In 1616, nine women from the Husbands Bosworth area were executed following one of Leicestershire’s most disturbing witch trials.
More than 400 years later, their story returns to the courtroom.
Step inside Leicester’s historic Guildhall and experience a dramatic recreation of the accusations, testimony and events surrounding the trial.
Will you simply witness the trial — or sit on the jury?
JURY TICKET — £17.07
Only 12 available.
Take your place on the jury, then retire to the Guildhall’s jury room to discuss the trial and the fate of the condemned. Includes refreshments.
GENERAL ADMISSION — £16.16
Witness the recreation of this extraordinary and tragic chapter in Leicestershire’s history.
What drove a community to believe witchcraft was responsible for a young boy’s mysterious fits? Who were the women accused? And how did fear and superstition end in tragedy?
Hear the evidence. Witness the trial. Decide what you believe.
With just 12 jury places available, book early if you want to take your seat in the jury box.
Tickets go on sale: 31st October 2026 at www.leicestermuseums.org
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Where is it happening?
The Guildhall, Guildhall Lane, Leicester, LE1 5FQ, United Kingdom
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Host or PublisherLeicester Museums & Galleries
