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Overview
⚠️ HUMANS ARE ALREADY THE MASTERS OF FEAR - York’s past isn’t just history. It’s a hauntingly good story. Offering Yorks best alternative to a ghost walk. real horror doesn’t wear fangs. York’s past is drenched in blood, superstition, and strange stories.. Explore ghostly tales, decide what’s real, what’s legend. Peek into the curious world of paranormal science & alchemy. Uncover the chilling truth behind persecution, plague, & a time when torture was the medieval social media of the day. Are these eerie tales simply childhood spook stories — or were they used to control, punish, and persuade? It’s a twisted history lesson wrapped in myth, murder and Mystery. ️ Perfect for: Curious minds Brave souls Sceptics, believers & history lovers ️ Duration: 75–80 minutes Departure: On time (ghosts don’t do late) Families welcome – parental discretion advised (you know your little goblins best- we recommend 8+) ⚠️ Attend at own risk.
Meeting and Pickup
The tour leaves promptly at your chosen time. Guides cannot answer phones for late comers so we advise arriving 10 minutes early.
Language Offered
English-GUIDE
Itinerary
1. Wander the ancient streets on a journey through 2000 years of history, under the surface of this city lies secrets you'll never forget.
2. Discover the history and terror of York's Debtors Prison and the horrors of the Castle.
3. York's second castle partner to the greater massacre in British history, discover how the Normans conquered England.
4. Discover the stories behind the towers, hidden rooms, goals and horrors of Victorian disease and pestilence.
5. Discover the history of Yorks' famous Bars, beheadings, defences and myth busting!
6. Down darkened allies meet the mystery of ancient beasts, the search for the philosophers stone and the science of turning metal into gold.
7. Tales of ghostly hauntings, plague and cholera await, discover Yorks most infamous son and his connection to York.
8. Discover the River Ouse terrible past, from Celtic warriors, to battles, and a famous man whose end was at Yorks Tyburn
Inclusion
Live guided tour.
Exclusion
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Not recommend for Children Under 8 years of age. Parental discretion for younger children.
Reviews
4.7
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
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