Harrogate Ghost Walk in Harrogate

Discover Harrogate after dark with the award-winning Harrogate Ghost Walk, led by local storyteller and paranormal expert Paul Forster. Beginning outside the Royal Pump Room Museum between the Royal Pump Room and The Crown Hotel, the tour departs at 8:30 pm (meet at 8:15 pm) on the first and last Friday of each month. Tickets are priced at £8 for adults and £5 for under‑12s. 

Over the course of 1½–2 hours, you’ll wander through Harrogate’s historic centre—Route A and B alternate each month—visiting atmospheric locations such as The Pump Room Museum, Valley Gardens, The Swan Hotel, The Turkish Baths, The Crown Hotel and Harrogate Theatre. They’re filled with chilling tales of apparitions, poltergeists, Victorian séances and unexplained happenings. 

More than just ghost stories, Paul weaves in fascinating local history, from former army field hospitals to long-forgotten murders and legendary figures, turning the night-time stroll into an immersive historical journey. 

Guests have even reported eerie phenomena: luggage mysteriously tipping over in haunted hotels, spirit bell communications, and ghostly faces captured on camera. While some experiences remain unexplained, Paul provides a balanced mix of spooky intrigue and well-researched context. 

Regularly earning glowing reviews, the walk has received TripAdvisor’s Traveller’s Choice in 2023 and 2024, and visitors like Dead Northern describe it as “one of Harrogate’s best and most unique events.” 

Essential Info for Your Listing:

• Meet point & time: 8:15 pm (starts 8:30 pm) outside Royal Pump Room Museum, Crown Place, HG1 2RY

• Duration & cost: ~1.5–2 hours; £8 adult, £5 child

• Routes:

  • Route A: Pump Room Museum → Alexandra → Old Court House → Harrogate Club → Odeon → Theatre

  • Route B: Pump Room → Hales Bar → Valley Gardens → Grand Hotel → Swan Hotel → Turkish Baths → Cairn → Crown Hotel 

• Highlights: Paranormal tales, historical insights, spirited audience interaction, ghostly ambience

• Best times: Cold, dark evenings are ideal, but summer nights can still offer atmosphere 

Whether you’re a first-time visitor or a lifelong local, the Harrogate Ghost Walk is a captivating blend of spine-tingling stories and town history—it’s Harrogate’s own dark-side night tour.