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Step into the shadows of York’s past on this immersive indoor experience at Villains Rum of York, just off Stonegate. Led by a live villain guide, this small-group tour explores the true dark history behind the infamous characters who inspired our rums - from plotters and poisoners to kings and cutthroats.
Learn about York’s most notorious villains through entertaining storytelling, brought to life with humour and historical detail. Along the way, sample a selection of our handcrafted, locally inspired rums - each linked to the tale you're hearing. Also available with gin if preffered or alcohol free options.
Perfect for history lovers, rum enthusiasts, and curious minds, this experience takes place entirely inside our immersive rum shop and villainous hideaway. Whether it’s raining or shining outside, the shadows await within.
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
We do not have a disabled toilet sorry
Dogs are welcome
Children are tolerated no more that 1 per 2 adults
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Villains Rum Of York
Join us as we deep dive into the dark and often humorous history of York’s most notorious villains, from Guy Fawkes to Viking kings. Led by our live villain guide, you'll explore the real stories behind our flavoured rums while enjoying tastings throughout the experience. Perfect for lovers of history, dark tales, and rum. This is an indoo experience located within the Villains Rum of York shop on Little Stonegate. There is no walking involved, and the tour takes place in a single room - making it ideal for all weather conditions. The event is standing, but seating is available on request for those who need it. The shop is wheelchair accessible, and we are happy to accommodate accessibility needs - just let us know in advance. Must be 18+ to sample the rums you may be asked for ID as we do challenge 25 policy, If you appear to be intoxicated on arrival you may be refused entry with no refund For larger groups please get intouch directly as we can do private bookings
Guided by live villains discover the true dark history of York’s most infamous characters
You will be given 5 x 15ml shots of our core rums with option of a mixer and 1 sample of our seasonal rum on arrival, we can swap the rum out for gin should you wish
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F4877RMhannahs,,17 thg 12, 2025
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Highly recommended - Vita was perfect - really funny and brought the history to life! Really delicious samples - great value for money and a good giggle xx
Em hat1991,,17 thg 12, 2025
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We had a great experience at the rum tasting tour. Vita was a brilliant host, her characterisation of all the villains was great and she made it really fun! The rum was delish too :). Highly recommend!
Chemiroobear,,16 thg 12, 2025
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We went to the villainous rum tasting session and it was fabulous! We had such a lovely time - took my dad as a surprise and he loved it too! Was able to allow my 13 year old to tag along who loves scary stories and he loved listening. Very lovely family run business and a great afternoon if you’re in York and not driving! Would definitely recommend. The rum tasters were fabulous and we bought some honey rum which is delicious! Thankyou!
61carob,,14 thg 12, 2025
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This experience was educational, fun and intriguing. The tipples are lovely and a brilliant range to taste. Be brilliant to be able to buy a book about the stories behind the villains and rum. 😁👍🧉
Crangelag,,14 thg 12, 2025
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An excellent afternoon rum tasting and getting to know the villains of York through the ages. Our guide was the wonderful Vespa (Freya) who bought the stories to life with much enthusiasm and villainy. The rum was delicious and the pours generous. Overall a well deserved 5/5
carlyj814,,12 thg 12, 2025
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I found this by chance on Groupon when looking for an experience in York! It was a fun way to try the different Villains rum with some of historic ghost stories along the way…it was only about 30mins in total and sampled 5 rums, mixers were available if needed! A fun experience, really nice rum & we took advantage of the 10% off at the end. Went away with a little keep sake also. It really was worth the money & left with some funny memories!
superEP,,6 thg 12, 2025
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Vespa was fantastic and gave a great account of each villain and made us all feel welcome and included. Had great fun and rums were lovely too

400jetc,,3 thg 12, 2025
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This was a very different rum tasting experience. Thoroughly enjoyed the drink and the history. Would recommend this to anyone in the area
901mikea,,3 thg 12, 2025
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Nice little place to visit. Well presented and interesting to know the little unknown bits of history around York with a few tipples along the way. The host was very knowledgable and enthusiastic and presented the stories well. Worth a visit and it’s only an hour.
simonwK2486DG,,30 thg 11, 2025
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We had the best afternoon. My partner have been before a while back but this time we brought my parents . They loved the Run , Vespers Performance , learnt a little and thoroughly enjoyed themselves. We've bought hundreds of pounds worth of different runs between us . All stunning . Planning our next trip with others for 2026.
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