Turpin, we are told, rode his famous mare to York, 150 miles, in a single day, and it is a source of no little satisfaction to know that the notorious English criminal was properly hanged for his …

He is also known for a fictional 200-mile (320 km) overnight ride from London to York on his horse Black Bess, a story that was made famous by the Victorian novelist William Harrison …

Turpin was left hanging for most of the afternoon, then interred at St George’s Church, Fishergate, in the city of York. His body was swiftly stolen by body-snatchers, but they were apprehended …

In 1834, William Harrison Ainsworth’s novel Rookwood featured the highwayman Dick Turpin undertaking a 200 mile overnight ride from Kent to York to establish an alibi.

It was the first feature-length film of the story of the famous 18th-century highwayman Dick Turpin and his legendary 200 mi (320 km) overnight ride from London to York on his mount Black Bess.

May 13, 2013 · Dick Turpin’s famous ride from London to York is, alas, a case of The Ride That Never Was – and the same applies to his equally celebrated horse, Black Bess! Richard …

Dick Turpin pursued his trade in many of the well known robbery hot-spots between London and York; Epping Forest, Gunnerby Hill (near Grantham) and Thorne (near Doncaster) were …

Jan 26, 2025 · The story goes that Turpin, pursued by authorities, rode his trusty horse, Black Bess, from London to York in a single night to establish an alibi for a crime. It’s a thrilling tale …

In the summer of 1737, Turpin changed his name to John Palmer and moved to Yorkshire where he was arrested and charged with horse theft. (Liam Donnelly is exploring a theory that Turpin …

Mar 25, 2011 · When Swift Nicks lost his hold on the popular imagination, his astonishing feat was transferred to the highwayman who had succeeded him in the favour of the public – Dick …