The Old Bailey...

The Old Bailey...

The Old Bailey is the main criminal court for England and wales where all the big criminal trials are hosted.  Although the Old Bailey itself was only built  a century ago on the site of an old prison, the conception of the court dates back to 1585.

The courts consist of 18 courtrooms, nearly all have public viewing galleries. The British justice system with its peculiar wigged judges and barristers are there to be seen.  However, hon't expect the drama of a filmed courtroom epic as it's normally much more ponderous and workmanlike. You will get an authentic experience of the British criminal system at work, something most visitors will remember.  The trials are posted by the entrance to the courts, you can normally pick the trial or trials that take your fancy.