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The Polite Tourist



About Us
Unique walks through York, Scarboro' and beyond inspired by true crime stories from Victorian history - why not walk with the Lady Brigante awhile?
With the Coming of Dusk...
And with the door of an atelier closed for the day – it is possible to catch a glimpse of a celebrated miniaturist and storyteller clad in her distinctive black feline boots wandering through the unquiet streets and secret passages in a quest to wake the dead.
And for those of a curious and hardy temperament – why not come along to the ancient City of York and listen to the Lady Brigante as she shares with you the tales of the illustrious, the miscreants, artists, misfits and those ordinary folk who have ALL been lost to history – until now!
However, for those of a sensitive nature averse to real stories of tears, heartache and tragedy – a meander through the fascinating streets of York or beyond may NOT be to your taste.
WHO or WHAT is The Polite Tourist?
The Polite Tourist offers true crime walks through Victorian history. Through York, Scarboro’ and beyond.
Innovative, meticulously researched and inspired by true crime stories from the Victorian era – our walks are designed to offer an informative and unique experience with a professional and spirited storyteller.
Described as the bête noire of the long forgotten dearly departed - our storyteller, the Lady Brigante is a spiritual sleuth, sometime artist and a seeker of the dead.
For all of the whispers from the archive of a celebrated seeker of the dead, and exciting discoveries about the unique walks, place of rendezvous AND ticket availability – step inside the twilight world of the Lady Brigante and subscribe to The Brigante Chronicles to bring forth EVERY snippet of chatter direct to your inbox!
AND as a welcome to THE original Chocolate Box City, Scarboro' and beyond – The Polite Tourist is delighted to offer York Carers, Delegates, Students, and Members and Veterans of HM Armed Forces a Unique Perk.
Walk Awhile?
Opening Times
Waking the Dead of Walmgate - WEDNESDAY from 7pm at YO1 9TJ
Mayhem & Murder in Micklegate - THURSDAY from 7pm at YO24 1AJ
Foul Deeds in Fulford - FRIDAY from 7pm at YO10 4EX
Time Please? - SUNDAY from 7pm at YO1 9QL
Curious Deeds. A Curious Death? - FRIDAY from 7pm at YO1 8BN
What Lies Beneath? - Throughout SUMMER from 7pm at YO1 9WJ
Those Ghosts of Christmas Past - Throughout WINTER from 7pm at YO1 8BN
Facilities
- Gift Shop
- Facilities for Hearing Impaired
- Guide Dogs Welcome
- Online Booking
- Groups Welcome
Location
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