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If you are in the mood to be totally terrified this Halloween, go on a ghost walk through some of the spookiest alleys and backstreets historical England has to offer. Find one in your area, get your friends and family together and enjoy a chilling night out on some of England's most haunted streets... if you dare!
London and South East
Ghost Walks, Dover Castle
Friday 4th, Friday 11th, Friday 18th, Friday 26th November
Join English Heritage on an evening guided tour through Dover Castle's most haunted areas. Hear the true ghoulish experiences from those who work there as they recount the myths and legends surrounding this ancient site that was once the home of William of Normandy, then later King Henry II.
Further Information: 01304 211 067 or visit www.english-heritage.org.uk
Halloween Ghost Walk
October 27th 2005 at 7pm with Richard Jones
Richard Jones, an authority on the ghosts of Britain, leads this ghost walk on the capital's haunted and sinister history. Jones has been researching and writing about ghosts for more than twenty years and has been devising and conducting haunted tours since 1983. The tour will take you though the ancient burial ground where Sir William Wallace (aka Braveheart) was executed.
Further Information: 020 8530-8443 or visit: www.london-ghost-walk.co.uk
Richard Jones's Haunted Inns of Britain and Ireland
Heart of England
Oswestry Ghost tours, Shropshire
Discover the ghostly goings-on in Oswestry, with tours that include information about how the Ardmillan house got its tower, the history of the Greystones and the ghosts of the Bear Hotel and Star Inn. Also beware of the railway signalman and the Victorian beggar women.
Each tour lasts about an hour and starts from the new Coach Park at 7.30pm and finishes at the central car park. Pre-booking is essential.
Further Information: 01691 662753 or visit www.virtual-shropshire.co.uk
South West
Burning Barrels, Ottery St Mary, Devon
Friday 5th November
A tradition which evolved in the 17th century to rid the streets of evil spirits is revived once more as children, then women, then generations of men run through the streets of Ottery St.Mary carrying barrels which have been soaked in tar and set ablaze. Flames ten feet high lick the sky as sweating locals stagger beneath their weight. As one man tires, his brother, father or even grandfather steps in and takes over the burning load. And so it continues until well past midnight.
Further Information: www.tarbarrels.co.uk
Ghost walks of Bath, Somerset
Ghost Walks of Bath will take you to many famous places noted for their strange events. Apart from experiencing first hand the charm of the wonderful city, you can experience the atmosphere and imagine the situations which set the stage for so many strange events which, have been so well documented.
Tickets: Adults are £6 and children, OAP's and students for £5.
Further Information: 01225 350512 or visit www.ghostwalksofbath.co.uk
East Midlands
Haunted Walks, Epworth, Lincolnshire
Meet Old Jeffrey, one of the best-documented poltergeists in the country, along with a variety of other strange but true tales by taking one of a series of Haunted Walks to discover Epworth's ghostly past (held throughout the year). Take a walk down the dark back alleys of Epworth's secret past, exploring the shocking stories and legends of this historic town.
Further Information: 01724 296296 or visit www.northlincs.gov.uk
East of England
Ghosts of St. Albans, Hertfordshire
St. Albans is full of tales of ghostly noises, half-seen shadows, creepy feelings, cold draughts and illusive shapes. Their origins date from Roman times virtually to the current day. This popular walk covers many of the dramatic sites and stories.
Further Information:01727 866100 or visit www.stalbans.gov.uk
North West
The Chester Ghost Hunter Trail
Take a nighttime journey around the eerie haunts of one of England's most historic cities. Hear spine-chilling tales of ghosts, ghouls and things that go bump in the night. The walk takes in the main sites of reported happenings including a section of the originally Roman city walls.
Tickets £3.50 Concessions £3.00 and Family £9.00
Further Information: 01244 402445 or visit www.chestercc.gov.uk
Yorkshire
The Original Ghost Walk of York, King's Arms pub, York
The Ghost Walk established in 1973 was an original creation believed to be the first in the world. The walk is accurate, authentic and genuine, and a unique opportunity to discover the hidden magic of the ancient city of York. Tales are drawn from the immense History of York and are told against a backdrop of haunting beauty. The walk runs nightly from the King's Arms Pub (the famous pub that floods), Ouse Bridge at 8pm.
Tickets: £3.50 Adults, £2.50 Children.
Further Information: www.yorkshirenet.co.uk/yorkghostwalk
Northumbria
Northumberland Ghost Hunt
The Famous Schooner Hotel is one of Northumberland's most haunted buildings. Join the professional Ghost Hunting Team as they bravely seek out the lost souls of long ago. The hunt takes place from 8:30 pm to 12 midnight at the Famous Schooner Hotel, in Alnmouth.
Tickets: Adults: £3:50 OAPs / Children: £2:50
Further Information: 01665 830 216 or visit www.northumberland.gov.uk
For further ideas on enjoying England visit www.enjoyengland.com
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