CRIME

About the collection

Step into a fascinating collection of real-life stories, infamous characters and historic vehicles at the 1950’s Museum.

One of our most famous exhibits is the original Austin Loadstar lorry used as the getaway vehicle in the 1963 Great Train Robbery. See the original cab and discover the story behind this remarkable vehicle — including the ingenious hiding place created in the back of the lorry to conceal the stolen money.

The collection also includes signatures from members of the Great Train Robbery gang, including Bruce Reynolds and Ronnie Biggs. Bruce Reynolds himself visited the museum, where he gave a talk and became a close friend of Sparrow. Hear Sparrow’s own stories about meeting Bruce and discover more about the man behind one of Britain’s most notorious crimes.

Our crime and scandal collection doesn’t stop there. Discover the story of Ruth Ellis, who was born in Rhyl, and learn about the events that made her one of the most infamous names in British criminal history.

Don’t miss:

• The original Great Train Robbery Austin Loadstar lorry, including the original cab
  The hidden compartment where the robbers concealed the stolen money
• Original signatures from Bruce Reynolds and Ronnie Biggs
• Sparrow’s personal stories of meeting Bruce Reynolds
• The story of Ruth Ellis, born in Rhyl
• Christine Keeler’s car and the story of the Profumo Affair
• A classic Wolseley 15/50 police car

These aren’t just exhibits — they’re pieces of history with stories to tell. Come and see them for yourself and, if you’re lucky, catch Sparrow for a chat and hear the stories behind the collection first-hand.