Crime & Punishment Walks
With Grace Chapman, Local Historian
Wednesday 8 April | 7.30pm | £10 per person
What you’ll discover
St Neots has a darker side than most people realise. On this evening walk, Grace Chapman takes you through the real crime scenes, homes and hiding places connected to the town’s most chilling true stories.
Learn about cases of the St Neots poisoner, the ‘head in the bag’ murder, the Valentine’s Day murder, the assassination of Prime Minister Spencer Perceval, and more! Explore the sites where the offenders and victims lived and worked — and even where the crimes took place.
These aren’t stories from far away. They happened here, on streets you walk every day.
Practical information
📍 Meeting point: Cross Keys Mews (Waitrose end)
🕖 Start time: 7.30pm — please arrive 5 minutes early
⏱ Duration: Approximately 90 minutes
🚶 Distance: Approximately 1.5 miles
👟 What to wear: Comfortable shoes, dress for the weather
Good to know
This walk is suitable for adults and older children. No specialist knowledge needed — just curiosity about local history. The walk takes place outdoors so we recommend dressing for the weather. In the event of severe weather, ticket holders will be contacted directly.
Who comes on these walks?
Couples, friends, solo explorers — all welcome. Our walks are relaxed, informal and led by knowledgeable local historians who bring the town’s stories to life.
About Grace Chapman
Grace Chapman is a local historian with a passion for uncovering the lesser-known stories of St Neots.
Any questions?
Contact us at manager@stneotsmuseum.org.uk or call 01480 214163.
