Spooky Ghost Tours, Hunts and Trails in the UK

Join us as we embark on a hair-raising adventure to uncover the top ghost tours and hunts across the UK. For thrill-seekers, mini fans of spooks in the night and paranormal enthusiasts, this is a great list to assist your pursuit of the supernatural. In a country with so much history, mystery and ancient buildings, the UK is a realm with restless spirits, spectral apparitions, and unexplained phenomena. Gather your courage and delve into the spookiest experiences in the UK.

The Original Ghost Walk of York



Starting just outside one of the best pubs in York, The King’s Arms, is believed to be the first exclusive Ghost Walk in the world! Join a ghost tour that’s been taking place since 1973 to discover some hidden gems, haunted buildings, and imagination-provoking streets.

Suitable for: All ages. This York ghost tour is rated PG. Under 18s must be accompanied by an adult.

For places to stay nearby, view all campsites near York.

Hampton Court Palace, London



Hampton Court Palace makes a fantastic family day out all year round. As well as being a great history lesson and entertainer for little explorers, Hampton Court Palace is rumoured to be haunted by many ghosts. Book a guided ghost tour of the palace to uncover its spooky stories and salacious secrets.

Suitable for: All ages.

For places to stay nearby, view all campsites in London.

The Pendle Witches Ghost Hunt, Lancashire



Join Haunting Nights on the slopes of the mysterious Pendle Hill in Lancashire for a night to chill even the warmest of bones. The Pendle Witch Trials are among the most famous trials in English history. Learn all about the twelve accused and their connections to local villages in the 1600s before investigating paranormal hotspots until the early hours of the morning. Pendle Hill, Clitheroe Castle and the village of Sabden are all popular ghost hunting spots in Lancashire.

Suitable for: 18+ only

For places to stay nearby, view all campsites in Lancashire.

Edinburgh’s Ghost Tours



You can’t visit the breathtaking Scottish capital without booking a ghost tour. Edinburgh is an incredible city to visit and well known for its haunted past. Book a ghost tour of the city and uncover the gruesome stories of the residents in The Old Town, see artefacts found in Edinburgh’s secret underground vaults, and visit spooky cemeteries, where you’ll find some very familiar names.

If you’re after a light-hearted tour of Edinburgh’s most spooky locations, The Ghost Bus Tours is the company to book with. Board the comically haunted bus and discover a new haunt at every stop. On your journey, you’ll see the city’s most popular attractions, including Edinburgh Castle, Grassmarket, Greyfriars Kirk, The Old Town, Holyrood Palace and The Royal Mile.

Suitable for: All ages.

For places to stay nearby, view all campsites near Edinburgh.

Chillingham Castle Ghost Tours and Hunts, Northumberland



The aptly named Chillingham Castle is famed for being one of the most haunted castles in Britain. The 13th-century castle is proud of its fruitful history and prominent apparitions. You can book several different ghost tours at the castle; some offer spooky fun for little tots, and some are only for those over 18. The castle is mesmerising and has plenty of history to sink your teeth into.

Suitable for: Different ages. Some tours are 18+ only, and others are child-friendly.

For places to stay nearby, view all campsites in Northumberland.

Bath Ghost Tours



The beautiful city of Bath is lovely to visit any time of year, with plenty of attractions and history to unearth. Horror-hungry visitors will be pleased to hear that many locations in Bath are said to be haunted. Discover them all on a walk with Bath Ghost Tours.

Suitable for: All ages.

For places to stay nearby, view all campsites near Bath.

Pluckley Village, Kent



This small village in Kent is so haunted that it made it into the Guinness Book of World Records. Pluckley has numerous spooky and paranormal activities happening throughout the village, and you can hear the stories during your visit. Book a Pluckley Ghost Tour or enjoy a self-guided ghost walk and dive into the village's spine-tingling history.

Suitable for: All ages. Adults must accompany children on the guided tours.

For places to stay nearby, view all campsites near Kent.

Warwick Castle, Warwickshire



Warwick Castle has over 1,000 years of history, so it’s unsurprising that things occasionally seem strange. In October, the castle turns into a family celebration of all things spooky, but Haunted Happenings runs regular ghost hunts throughout the year if you’re looking for a real search for the paranormal. Visit the witch's room, take part in a séance, explore Ouija Boards and discover the castle’s most haunted areas.

Suitable for: 18+ only.

For places to stay nearby, view all campsites in Warwickshire.

Spectre Ghost Tours, Oxford



Join Ms. Morgana McGhoul for some spooky family fun on the Spectre Ghost Tour of Oxford. You’ll meet just outside Oxford Castle & Prison’s gift shop before setting off on a 90-minute walking tour around the city, accompanied by spine-chilling tales and illusions.

Suitable for: All ages. Under 5s go free.

For places to stay nearby, view all campsites in Oxford.

Canterbury Ghost Tour, Kent



Haunting and humorous, the Canterbury Ghost Tour takes you on a journey down St Margaret’s Street, where you’ll hear tales of encounters late at night. John, the famous ghost hunter, has been conducting both day and night tours of Canterbury since 1991, so he knows exactly what he’s talking about when it comes to the spooky town tales. There are different tours to choose from, but each is just as frightening.

Suitable for: All ages.

For places to stay nearby, view all campsites in Kent.

Shrewsbury Prison Ghost Tours



Discover what lurks behind the high prison walls in the dead of night at Shrewsbury Prison. Holding the title of the 6th Dark Tourism Destination in the world, you're sure to have goosebumps all over. Not only is this ghost tour informative, but you can also step back in time and see why the prison proudly holds its horror status.

Suitable for: Ages 12+

For places to stay nearby, view all campsites in Shropshire.

Tutbury Castle, Staffordshire



Tutbury Castle, where Mary, Queen of Scots was imprisoned, is said to be home to many spirits. Keep an eye on their events, where they post all of their upcoming ghost tours and spooky experiences.

Suitable for: Depends on which event you book. Some are child friendly and others are exclusively 18+.


For places to stay nearby, view all campsites in Staffordshire.

Chester Ghost Tour



The city of Chester has some of the best Roman history the UK has to offer. With over 2000 years of history and hundreds of reported ghost sightings, it’s no wonder that Chester is said to be one of the most haunted cities in Britain. Take a spine-chilling guided tour of the city’s most eerie haunts. The Chester Ghost Tour takes place on Saturdays and is around 90 minutes long.

Suitable for: All ages.

For places to stay nearby, view all campsites in Chester.

Stirling Ghost Walk, Scotland



Many locations in the city of Stirling are said to be haunted, including Stirling Castle and the Old Town. Book onto the Stirling Ghost Walk to hear tales based on historical characters and incidents in the city.

Suitable for: All ages.

For places to stay nearby, view all campsites in Scotland.

Haunted Nights Ghost Hunt at Coldharbour Mill, Devon

If you’ve got a strong stomach and a fearless spirit, join the Haunted Nights Ghost Hunt at Coldharbour Mill. This historic mill, dating back to the 1700s, once spun woollen yarn and stands as a rare surviving example of Georgian industry, where working conditions were notoriously harsh. During your ghost hunt, you’ll use Victorian ghost-hunting methods such as Ouija boards, scrying, dowsing, glass divination, and table tipping to summon the unimaginable. For the truly brave, lone vigils offer a chance to uncover hidden secrets in the mill’s eerie depths.

Suitable for: 18+ only

For places to stay nearby, view all campsites in Devon.

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