The Victorian home could be deadly. Explore the shocking number of ways you could fall victim to your own house.
The Victorian home was full of dangers; from open fires and poisonous wallpaper to leaking sewer gases and explosive billiard balls. Using the Judges' Lodgings as our model, our small group tour explores how houses like ours could have been deadly to their historic inhabitants, hearing real stories of 19th century Lancastrians who came to a sticky end at home. This event is best suited to those age 16+.
For enquiries about access, please phone 01524 581241 or email the museum judgeslodgings@lancashire.gov.uk for further details.
Booking required.
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Visitor information
Address
Church Street, Lancaster, Lancashire, LA1 1YS
01524 581241
Opening times
The museum is open 11am - 4pm every Friday until 27 March 2026 for the winter season.
From 2 April - 15 November 2026 the museum will be open Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. The building is also open for our Dark History tours and lectures throughout the winter and for pre-booked school visits and pre-booked private tours.
To enquire about booking a private tour please email judgeslodgings@lancashire.gov.uk or see our What's On page for event details.
Exclusions and safety measures
Art Pass holders free entry applies to Museum only. Events may still be charged.
