Episode 3 of 3

Execution of Catherine Hayes

When
9 May 1726
Where
London
Part of
The murder of John Hayes and the execution of Catherine Hayes

Catherine Hayes was burned at the stake for petty treason on 9 May 1726.

Catherine Hayes was convicted of petty treason for killing her husband. She was executed by burning at the stake on 9 May 1726, reportedly the last woman in England to be burnt alive for this specific crime.

Sources

  1. Catherine Hayes (murderer) Wikipedia, revision of 2026-04-08

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