Tour

Greater Manchester

Manchester

Castlefield

Join Blue Badge Guide Emma Fox to adventure through stories of Manchester's abundant Nobel Prize winners, technological marvels and engineering that changed the world.

This tour is graded as moderate access due to it being a walking tour covering up to 2.5 miles with few places to stop and sit down.

Not suitable for under-16s.

Members' Event:

Step into the shadows on a one hour guided tour on Thursday 30 and Friday 31 October, where eerie tales and hidden secrets bring the abbey’s past to life with a chilling twist.

Your journey ends atop the Campanile Mound with sweeping views of the abbey, if you dare to look back.

Arrive from 3.30pm to wander the museum, browse the shop, or make use of the facilities before the tour begins. Please wear suitable footwear for uneven paths. The tours will start at 4pm.

This tour is suitable for ages 12+.

Shadows Of The Abbey:

Do you dare explore Bolsover Castle in the dark this Halloween? 

Join our storytellers as they guide you on a journey through the past, with tales of ghosts, supernatural sightings and horrors from history.

Over 16s only, and don’t forget to bring a torch – things are going to get dark…

Ghost Tales At Bolsover Castle

Join our ghost-hunting storytellers on a family-friendly walk through the shadows of Belsay Castle. With tales full of strange and spooky goings-on, this Halloween walk is sure to get you into the spirit of the season.

This is an outdoor, early evening tour. It’s ideal if you’re after a more light-hearted Halloween event for children aged 5-10. Please wear suitable shoes, and be sure to dress for the weather.

Book early and save 15%. 

Your ticket is only for entry to the event. Members get a discount on the ticket price. You’ll need to book a time slot using the link above. Please bring your booking confirmation with you on the day.

Spooky Woodland Walk At Belsay Hall

As the days shorten and the evenings grow darker, join our ghost-hunting storytellers on a family-friendly walk through the shadows of Brodsworth Hall's grounds. With well-told tales full of strange and spooky goings-on, this Halloween walk is sure to get you into the spirit of the season. 

This is an outdoor, early evening tour. It’s ideal if you’re after a more light-hearted Halloween event for children aged 5-10. Please wear suitable shoes, and be sure to dress for the weather. 

Book early and save 15%.

Spooky Woodland Walk At Brodsworth Hall

Join us at for a very special live recording of the popular Shropshire Witches Podcast, in the suitably dark and atmospheric Parlour at Boscobel House.

The Shropshire Witches Podcast explores the history and folklore of Britain, the beliefs, customs and stories that shaped how people once understood their communities. From superstition and witchcraft, to old rituals and local memory, it looks at how the past still echoes in the way we speak, celebrate and make sense of things today.

You are welcome to arrive from 6pm, with the recording scheduled to start at 7pm. The gardens of Boscobel House and the Royal Oak Meadow will be open for you to explore. Refreshments will be available to purchase from the Stables Tearoom, before the recording and during the interval.

About the podcasters:

Alix Chidley-Uttley is a folklorist and content creator whose work examines the deep-rooted myths surrounding Britain's landscapes and wildlife. Her storytelling combines meticulous research with a distinctive voice that makes folklore accessible and vivid for modern audiences.

Amy Boucher is a writer and folklorist. Her emphasis is primarily on the interplay between folklore, history and the paranormal, and perceptions of the past through the lens of folk beliefs, specifically within the county of Shropshire.

Parlour Podcast With The Shropshire Witches At Boscobel House

This Halloween, Whitby Abbey will once again come to life with dramatic after-dark illuminations and spooky goings-on for everybody to enjoy.

The abbey’s Gothic ruins are famous for inspiring Bram Stoker’s Dracula, so there’s no better time to explore them – especially after night falls.

There's plenty for visitors of all ages. You’ll follow a trail of lights around the historic ruins and get the chance to enjoy spook-tacular food and drink from local vendors. Costumes are encouraged, and you won’t be alone: dressing up has become a much-loved tradition for regular visitors.

Ghost hunters will also relish the chance to join Time Will Tell for a performance of their thrilling new show The Dead Shall Walk the Earth, featuring shadowy figures, strange powers and perhaps even a visit from Dracula himself.

Book early and save 15%.

Illuminated Whitby Abbey

In an alternative version of recent history, the UK finds itself involved in conflict with the Soviet Union, and the Prime Minister is faced with the most difficult of decisions.

Experience a real-life nuclear war gaming exercise undertaken by the British Government at the height of the Cold War in 1983.

This immersive audio experience invites you inside the Government Cabinet meetings to eavesdrop on these decisions and explores the roles of Royal Observer Corps civilian volunteers at York Bunker and the steps they would have taken at a time of national crisis.

Produced by Digital Drama as part of the project 'Forewarned is Forearmed’ which commemorates 100 years since the founding of the Observer Corps, a nationwide community of civilian volunteers who monitored Britain’s skies for sign of attack

There will be two identical performances each evening: one at 6pm and one at 7.30pm.

There are limited seats available, booking in advance is required.

Countdown To Crisis:

Dare to explore Carlisle Castle in the dark this Halloween. Join our storytellers as they guide you on a journey through the past, with tales of ghosts, supernatural sightings and horrors from history.

Over 16s only, and don’t forget to bring a torch – things are going to get dark…

Book early and save 15%.

Ghost Tales At Carlisle Castle

Step into the chilling shadows of Muchelney Abbey this Halloween for a truly unique experience: the Muchelney Abbey Ghost Tour!

As twilight descends on Friday 31 October, dare to walk the ancient, atmospheric ruins where history and the supernatural intertwine. This isn't your average ghost tour; we'll be telling the stories of the abbey's most spooky spectral residents, from disgruntled monks to spectral figures guarding hidden secrets.

Join us—if you dare.

There are two tours which are both one hour long. Parking is available. Please wear sensible footwear and clothing.

Halloween Ghost Tours At Muchelney Abbey

Do you dare explore Osborne in the dark this Halloween?

Join our storytellers as they guide you on a journey through the past, with tales of ghosts, supernatural sightings and horrors from history.

Over 16s only, and don’t forget to bring a torch – things are going to get dark…

Ghost Tales At Osborne

Gather your little monsters for a ghoulishly good day out at Whitby Abbey this half term. Follow the quest to solve creepy clues and gather round to listen to spooky stories.

Calling all ghost hunters! Join in our ghoulish games, craft your own ghostly adventure, and settle in for spooky stories among the haunting ruins. A frightfully fun family day out awaits…

Book early and save 15%.

Your admission price will depend on the day you want to visit. Find out more about our pricing.

Halloween Half-Term At Whitby Abbey

Gather your little monsters for a ghoulishly good day out at Dover Castle this half-term. 

Follow the quest to solve creepy clues, and gather round to listen to spooky stories.   

Who better to teach you about monsters than the creatures themselves? Meet a mischievous Vampire and a wily Witch as they reveal the secrets of the Monsterverse. Packed with interactive shows, stories and silly scares, it’s monstrously good fun for all ages.

Book early and save 15%. 

Your admission price will depend on the day you want to visit. Find out more about our pricing.

Halloween Half-Term At Dover Castle

Gather your little monsters for a ghoulishly good day out at Kenilworth Castle and Elizabethan Garden this half-term.

Follow the quest to solve creepy clues and gather round to listen to spooky stories.

A team of eight Monster Hunters have assembled at Kenilworth Castle for Halloween! Each Hunter is a specialist in dealing with a particular type of spooky creature. Explore the castle grounds and seek out all eight Hunters. Each one will share their knowledge, stories, and expertise about the creatures they face.

Complete your adventure and receive a Monster Hunter Certificate to recognise your bravery!

Book early and save 15%.

Halloween Half Term At Kenilworth Castle And Elizabethan Garden

Gather your little monsters for a ghoulishly good day out at Brodsworth Hall this half-term. 

Follow the quest to solve creepy clues, and gather round to listen to spooky stories.   

Step right up for a monster-hunting show full of silly shenanigans, daring escapes, a touch of magic and plenty of fun as our mischievous meddlars try to outwit the creatures of the night!

Take part in a spooky gameshow where families can discover some of history’s creepiest characters – and the strange ways their stories came to an end. Packed with laughs, surprises and plenty of chances to join in, it’s frightful fun for all ages.

Gather close and listen as our storytellers spin eerie tales and local legends. Not too scary, but just enough to send a playful shiver down your spine!

Book early and save 15%. 

Your admission price will depend on the day you want to visit. Find out more about our pricing.

Halloween Half-Term At Brodsworth Hall

Gather your little monsters for a ghoulishly good day out at Bolsover Castle this half-term. 

Follow the quest to solve creepy clues, and gather round to listen to spooky stories.   

Get ready for a frightfully fun mix of games, storytelling and spooky adventures! Try your hand at our Spooky Sword School, where young monster-hunters can learn how to fend off vampires, zombies and werewolves. Gather round to hear local legends and ghostly tales and enjoy plenty of family fun for Halloween.

Book early and save 15%. 

Your admission price will depend on the day you want to visit. Find out more about our pricing.

Halloween Half-Term At Bolsover Castle

Gather your little monsters for a ghoulishly good day out at Scarborough Castle this half term. Follow the quest to solve creepy clues and gather round to listen to spooky stories.

Ready to face history’s most dreadful characters? Take part in our spooky game show, Monster Hunting: The Game of Death and discover the grisly fates of villains past. Then sharpen your skills at Spooky Sword School – but beware, only the bravest will survive!

Book early and save 15%.

Your admission price will depend on the day you want to visit. Find out more about our pricing.

Halloween Half-Term At Scarborough Castle

English Heritage

English Heritage cares for over 400 historic buildings, monuments and sites - from world-famous prehistoric sites to grand medieval castles, from Roman forts on the edges of the empire to a Cold War bunker. 

Through these, we bring the story of England to life for over 10 million people each year. 

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