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The Jigsaw Murders: Lancaster and the Crimes of Dr Buck Ruxton

Lancaster Maritime Museum · LancasterFri 4 December 202616:00
Historic waterfront buildings illuminated at dusk, reflecting in the river below.
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Person in wheelchair exploring museum corridor with maritime artefacts including model sailing ships and informational displays on stone walls.
Lancaster City Museum

DATES

Fri 4 December 2026

TIMES

16:00

PRICE

from £10

BEST FOR

Ages 12+

A talk on Dr Buck Ruxton's notorious Lancaster murders, with author Jeremy Craddock, aimed at adults.

Author Jeremy Craddock, who wrote The Jigsaw Murders, uses archive photographs and documents to tell the shocking true story of Dr Ruxton's murders in Lancaster, the landmark police and forensic investigation that followed, and the impact it had on the local community. The talk lasts about an hour, with 30 minutes of relaxed Q&A afterwards, and the ticket price includes refreshments. This is designed for adults but suitable for ages 12 and up. It runs twice on the day at Lancaster City Museum, at 4pm and 7pm, so let the museum know your preferred time when booking. Choose between a talk-only ticket at £10 or a talk plus a signed copy of the book for £24.

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