The Great Train Robbery: The Heist That Stunned Britain
Crime at Bedtime · Jack Laurence
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Show Notes
In the early hours of August 8th, 1963, a group of 18 men pulled off one of the most audacious heists in British history—the Great Train Robbery. Stealing over £2.6 million from a Royal Mail train bound for London, the gang vanished into the night, leaving the country in shock.
From meticulous planning and signal tampering to a dramatic getaway and the years of pursuit that followed, this episode delves into the crime that captured the world’s imagination. Discover the fascinating twists, the infamous characters, and how a personal connection to Buster Edwards brings this legendary heist even closer to home.
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