When visiting northern England, you may come across the historic county of Yorkshire. It is here that you will encounter the largest county in all of Great Britain. But did you know that this region also offers quite an assortment of ghost tours and walks to enjoy. In this article, we will take a look at some of the options available throughout the area, including in Haworth and in York.
In Haworth, when the days become dark, there is a tour that is sure to send chills up and down your spine. Professional guides are ready and willing to lead the way through a graveyard tour by lanternlight. For one hour, Saturday nights bring an entertaining tour offered for the following months: April, May, September, October, November and December. Don’t worry if you haven’t got a lantern handy, they will be provided for you. This tour especially becomes popular when the Halloween week rolls around, which in that case offers more than your fair share of departures. The cost to enjoy this experience is £5.00 for adults and £3.00 for younger guests.
In Hull, which is situated in East Yorkshire, there is a walk that takes you through the Old Town area of Kingston, which is called “Hull Scares and Scandals.” It is all of the ghost tales and scary legends rolled into one convenient tour that departs on 7:30pm during Sunday evenings. The tour can be enjoyed from the month of April until October. All you have to do is meet outside of the Old Grammar School in Market Square. You should expect prices of £2.50 for adults and £1.00 for children.
As you venture into York, Yorkshire, you will have the opportunity to enjoy the Ghost Walk that departs on a nightly basis from the King’s Arms Pub, which is known as a famous establishment dating back to the 17th century. From Ouse Bridge at 8pm, you will be able to explore the ancient region by the light of entertaining storytelling. For more information, you may call 01759 373090.
The Mad Alice Ghost Tours in York are said to be a real blast if you happen to be in the area. For the price of £3.00 for adults and £2.00 for participants under the age of 12, you will enjoy this experience every night (except Mondays) that leaves from Clifford’s Tower at 7:30pm. The Ghost Hunt of York departs at 7:30pm from the Shambles on a nightly basis, regardless of what the weather may bring. A little more than an hour is all it takes to explore the ins and outs of legends associated with the area. Prices are £3 for adults while children pay £2.
The Haunted Walk of York involves the beauty of history that allows traditional storytelling to weave a web of magical exploration. There are no scary masks to face or special effects to get you going, but the pleasant 1 ½ hour walk about the streets is sure to please you. There are more than 2,000 years of history attached to York, which is considered one of the most haunted locations in Europe. Additional details can be found out by calling 01904-621003.
