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Learn about the people and the crimes that led to the ultimate punishment by the State.In total, 85 people have been executed for crime in New Zealand with the first in 1842 and the last in 1957. Seventeen of those men were executed in Wellington and 11 are buried in Karori Cemetery. This walking tour will visit some of the graves of those executed in Wellington and account their crimes, trials and convictions. It will also visit the plots of some of the victims.
The graves are unmarked and placed in remote and disparate locations making this a tour about 2 hours long. The route is 2.5km and requires reasonable physical fitness due to the steep terrain and unsealed paths in places.
The tour contains a number of adult themes and some graphic descriptions and so is not suitable for everyone.
Booking is REQUIRED.
Cost: $10
Booking info here: https://wellingtonheritagefestival.co.nz/event/hangmans-noose-tour/
Health & Safety:
This tour requires reasonable physical fitness and sadly is not suited for those with limited mobility.
Please dress appropriately for the conditions on the day of the tour. While we do our best to guide you on a safe walking route, the ground can become slippery in places.
Karori Cemetery does contain some hazards. A health and safety briefing will be given at the start of our tours. The tour may be cancelled in bad weather.
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Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Karori Cemetery, 76 Old Karori Road, Karori, Wellington, New Zealand
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