About National Justice Museum

Hear true stories brought to extraordinary life

Meet amazing role-playing characters.

Enjoy fun, interactive activities. Explore captivating collections and fascinating objects, and experience justice and the law like never before.

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Historic courtroom
Stand inside a courtroom where Nottingham’s real legal history unfolded.
Cells and gaol
Explore atmospheric prison spaces and discover stories of crime and punishment.
History brought to life
Characters, performances and interactive interpretation make this far more than a conventional museum.
Plan your visit
Best time
Allow around two to three hours. Weekday visits are generally calmer.
Getting there
The museum is in the Lace Market, within walking distance of Nottingham station and Old Market Square. Lace Market tram stop is nearby.
Facilities
Visitor facilities include toilets, a shop and accessible public areas. Joint tickets with City of Caves may be available.
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