Executions continued to be carried out publicly in the 18th century, mostly outside Newgate Prison in London. After 1783, a swifter method of execution was used, with the removal of a platform ...

In the 18th century more than 200 offences were regarded as serious enough to be punishable by death. Serious offenders who were not hanged were transported to the colonies, an alternative form of ...

In the 18th century more than 200 offences were regarded as serious enough to be punishable by death. Serious offenders who were not hanged were transported to the colonies, an alternative form of ...

Part of History Crime and punishment in Britain, c.1000 to the present day Prisoners at Pentonville prison spent nearly all their time alone and in their cells, for as many as 23 hours in each day.

Calling all fans of chilling narratives and strategic escapes - it's time for The Stone of Madness on Xbox, PlayStation, ...