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Skipton Ghost Walking Tour

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Leeds, England
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5+ bookings last month.
  • 1 hour 5 minutes (approx.)
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

Overview

The medieval town of Skipton has a range of haunted secrets to uncover. On this private ghost walking tour, meet your guide at the gates of Skipton Castle and learn about the ghastly ghous that roam the town’s streets, listening to tales of medieval kings and queens, witches, and butchers, as you wander by haunted pubs and churchyards.
  • Private tour: Ask your guide as many questions as you like
  • A great opportunity to snap photos of Skipton Castle
  • Learn a spooky side of Skipton that most visitors miss
  • Great for history lovers: Take in the town’s medieval architecture

What's Included

  • All Fees and Taxes

    Meeting and Pickup

    Meeting point

    • Skipton Castle
      The Bailey, Skipton BD23 1AW, UK

      Meet your The Butcher by the castle gates...

    End point

    • High Street
      High St, Skipton, UK

      Step out into this haunted little town and experience some of its most cursed buildings, restaurants and pubs for yourself. Tips are welcomed but not expected. Don't forget to leave a lovely review about your experience

    Itinerary

    1

    Skipton Castle

    5 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

    2

    Holy Trinity Church

    5 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

    3

    The Castle Inn

    5 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

    4

    The Earl Of Thanet's Springs Canal

    10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    5

    Victoria Street

    5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    6

    Sheep Street

    10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    7

    Hallam's Yard

    5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    8

    Blackhorse Skipton

    5 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

    9

    High Street

    5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Additional Info

    • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
    • Service animals allowed
    • Near public transportation
    • Stroller accessible
    • Not wheelchair accessible
    • Most travelers can participate
    • Dogs welcome
    • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 35 travelers

    Cancellation Policy

    You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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    Reviews

    5.0
    based on 56 reviews
    Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

    Interesting and fun

    Ken_C, Sep 2026
    A lighthearted one hour walk with tales of the past and some ghost stories. Sprinkled with humour. Good value and you will learn some interesting facts about Skipton.
    Member Pricing
    From

    $20.13

    per person
    Was $21.20(-5%)

    up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)

    Book ahead!
    On average, this is booked 16 days in advance.

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