Trial By Jury: The Final Step

Join The Bradford Police Museum for our unique Trial by Jury!

Will justice be served? Only you can decide. Don’t miss this unforgettable historical experience!

The Final Step is an immersive period courtroom drama set in Bradford in 1888, and based on a real case that shocked Victorian society. When a woman is found dead in her home in a state of undress, the clues point towards it being her husband - but who else could be to blame? As the courtroom fills with whispers and accusations, the search for justice becomes a gripping battle of truth and appearances.

Join us for an immersive reenactment where you become part of the story. Step into the shoes of a jury member in a real Victorian courtroom, hear testimonies from witnesses, and weigh the evidence to decide for yourself the fate of the accused charged with murder.

Rather than be part of the jury, you could also come along to the event as a court spectator, where you can witness the entire drama unfold from the public gallery as the trial reaches its gripping conclusion. However, that doesn't mean you won't be part of the action! Thanks to new technology, you’ll be able to cast your verdict on the fate of the prisoner on trial.

Audience discretion is advised. While there are no formal age restrictions, we recommend that Court Spectators be aged 12 and above, and Jury Members aged 16 and above. This is due to the inclusion of mature themes, including descriptions of sexual content and strong language.

Please Note: Please arrive by 1:45pm, to allow time to be seated before the event begins. The event will begin promptly at 2pm and admittance after this time will not be possible.

Your Visit To Us

PLEASE NOTE

• The courtroom is not wheelchair accessible, with steep steps on both entry and exit. Unfortunatley, this makes the courtroom unsuitable for people with mobility issues.

• There are no toilets in the museum so please make sure you visit the public toilets if necessary, in City Park. 

• All seating is on wooden Victorian benches that are original features of the courtroom from 1873.

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Parking

There is no parking onsite at The Bradford Police Museum, but there is plenty of parking nearby such as The Broadway, Kirkgate Car Park & NCP Bradford Southgate which are all within a 10-minute walk to the museum. 

Shop

The museum has a small well stocked shop, where visitors can purchase souvenirs from their visit, including stationery, books and pocket money toys. 

Filming and Photography

Please note, photography is allowed during the event but filming is prohibited.

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Our Staff Are Here To Help!

Throughout your experience in the museum, you will meet several of our friendly staff who are all happy to answer any questions or note any suggestions you have.  We ask all visitors to be considerate of each other and of our staff. 

We hope that you enjoy your visit and we look forward to seeing you in court!