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Ghost walks across the UK
- London and South East
- Heart of England
- South West
- East Midlands
- East of England
- The North West
- Yorkshire
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
31 October 2008 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
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
Burning Barrels, Ottery St Mary, Devon
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.otterytarbarrels.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
Haunted Walks, Lincolnshire
There are several night walks to choose from, and even prizes for the scariest costumes. Take a torch-lit stroll through a cemetery and discover tales of ghosts and ghoulish goings-on! Find out more, and book ahead at 01652 637055 or visit www.northlincs.gov.uk
Haunted Harpenden, Hertfordshire
St. Albans and the surrounding area 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:01582 768278 or visit www.stalbans.gov.uk
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 £5
Further Information: 01244 405626 or visit www.visitchester.com
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: £4.00 Adults, £2.50 Children.
Further Information: www.theoriginalghostwalkofyork.co.uk
For further ideas on enjoying England visit www.enjoyengland.com
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