The Spirit of Solstice: A Festive Murder…

Event

Select dates between Thursday 28 November - Saturday 21 December 2024, 6.30pm

The Spirit of Solstice: A Festive Murder Mystery - SOLD OUT

Winter Solstice 1922

The depths of winter have gripped Nottingham and the local charitable philanthropist from Westwood, Nottinghamshire has invited the residents of the local village to Nottingham’s Shire Hall for a festive celebration with a twist.

Prepare to gasp in delight as they present a world-renowned Spiritualist as the night's entertainment. Will they be able to connect with the spirits of the past on the darkest and shortest day of the year?

All guests are invited to be seated in the candle-lit Courtroom as the séance begins...

Join this evening of intrigue, accusations, and suspicion – complete with cocktails, dinner, and laughter.

Tickets

£55.99 per person including:

* Three-course Christmas meal

* Arrival fizz cocktail or mocktail

* Murder mystery event

To be able to cater for all guests and arrange seating plans, please contact us to confirm your dietary requirements 3 weeks in advance of the event. Scroll down for more information about our food and drink.

Please note that the deposit and final payment are non-refundable.

This event has sold out. To enquire about a reserve list, please call us on 0115 952 0555

Dates

Thursday 28^th November - Sold Out

Friday 29^th November - Sold Out

Saturday 30^th November - Sold Out

Friday 6^th December - Sold Out

Saturday 7^th December - Sold Out

Wednesday 11^th December - Sold Out

Friday 13^th December - Sold Out

Saturday 14^th December - Sold Out

Friday 20^th December - Sold Out

Saturday 21st December - Sold Out

Your Evening

Arrive 6.30pm to 7.00pm for a cocktail. Doors close promptly 7.15pm.

You will then be ushered into our grand courtroom for the murder mystery event. Something unexpected has happened and you must tour the museum, looking for clues. You will interview suspects in different locations to track down the murderer.

Your Christmas meal is served from 8.30pm.

You can mull over the crime throughout dinner to complete your sleuth pack. This is handed in before the big ‘whodunnit reveal’ in our courtroom.

The evening concludes promptly 10.30pm.

Download our Christmas 2024 Information Pack

Food and Drink

Click here to download the Christmas menu

All guests will receive the meat eaters' menu as standard unless we are informed of any dietary requirements at least 3 weeks in advance.

Guests are expected to inform the museum if they require a vegetarian or vegan meal or have any specific requirements, allergies, or intolerances (for example, gluten-free). Please get in touch with our team via email: hospitality@nationaljusticemuseum.org.uk at least 3 weeks before your event.

We do not have a full kitchen on site, so ingredients are prepared in advance. Our catering team will happily accommodate allergies and intolerances with alternative dishes if we are able to let them know at least 3 weeks in advance.

Click here to download the Christmas drinks menu
Click here to download the Christmas Drinks Order Form

Important

Over 18s only.

Please note that the deposit and final payment are non-refundable.

Please bring comfortable shoes and coats as it gets a little cold in the prison which is part of the museum tour.

Fancy dress is encouraged however not essential.

Photo is for illustrative purposes only and cast is subject to change

Please note that due to the limited accessibility of our Grade II* listed building, some areas of the game are not accessible for visitors with limited mobility. If you have specific access needs, please get in touch and we will be happy to talk through your needs.