Central Criminal Court

The biggest data operation in the UK is to put the huge records this place has on the court proceedings it has witnessed in its various incarnations. Even back in the day when Newgate was the prison that stood on this site (1188 - 1901), there were Sessions here which later became proper criminal hearings.
As the Old Bailey, as it has been nicknamed, it has heard some of the most infamous criminal cases, Crippen, Sutcliffe etc...it is though, also a truly magnificent building. Looks glorious in the summer.

Nice to see the central criminal court of England and Wales, one of the crown courts of the country. I didn't actually go inside as the court doesn't operate at weekends and I was only passing by. Fascinating to see were so many important cases of the country is help. The statue of Lady Justice atop the building is such a symbol of our justice system, it makes a real difference to see it in person.

Another impressive building that everyone must see. Worth going round the building, other sides are not less beautiful.

Wow. Such a spectacular building, the exterior is rather bland yet stylish - the interior is stunning. The series of murals on the walls highlight the history of Great Britain and the importance of the legal system to treat all equally, protecting individual liberty and upholding justice. Well worth visiting if you get the chance.

Recently completed jury service at this supposedly iconic institution for the second time in three years. The security guards are horrible and told me off because my belt buckle set off their alarm. With the Covid restrictions jurors didn't have to wait in the jurors room on the fifth floor, but are designated area on the first floor, which unlike my first jury summons meant trudging flights of stairs to courts located on the first and ground floors as the antiquated lifts were constantly busy. Just hope after two years I don't get another jury summons to this dump.

Attended an attempted murder trial here, very interesting experience.

‎‍⚖️Breath-taking, Towering Architecture - Must-see in Person‎‍⚖️

While I didn't go inside the Old Bailey, the view from the outside was enough to soak in the awe. Photos can't fully capture the architecture--each detail and figure carved into the towering structure. I had to put my camera on 0.5 lens mode just to include the building's full scale in one shot! A few of my favorite details: The replica of Lady Justice on the top, and the motto "Defend the Children of the Poor and Punish the Wrongdoer" engraved on the front.

I'm an avid gamer and had completed Great Ace Attorney before my trip to London, so I knew the "Old Bailey"--the court where all the game's drama takes place--was a must-see. I wasn't disappointed. Next time, when I have an hour to spend, I plan to go inside and watch proceedings.

A very different and interesting experience. Don't bring any electronics!