Leeds Ghost Tour Explore the Haunting History of Leeds
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Delve into the chilling history of Leeds on this captivating ghost tour led by the enigmatic Lord Bartholomew Catch. Starting at the Corn Exchange, the tour guides participants through some of the city's most haunted locations, revealing tales of witches, murderers, and the dark past that shaped the area. Perfect for all ages, this tour is wheelchair accessible and welcomes dogs, making it an inclusive experience for everyone. - Discover Leeds' eerie history and haunted sites with a knowledgeable guide - Suitable for all ages and accessible for wheelchair users - Enjoy a weekend evening tour that delves into the city’s dark past - Contact for private group bookings and special weekday arrangements
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Meet your guide: Lord Bartholomew Crouch, at the entrance to the Corn Exchange. He will regale you with tales about the man who built it and the miserable ghost who is said to linger...
Probably the most haunted place you will ever overpay for parking, find out why they call this place 'Skull and Stones Yard', and about the unfortunate pair of souls who inhabit it.
Always swim with a buddy, find out about one Leeds resident's unsettling fate
Not only one of the best Sunday roasts in Leeds, this building was once home to the infamous Mary Bateman: The Yorkshire Witch. A murderous fortune teller with a penchant for eggs. Find out about her life and her terrible death.
It's waaay more impressive than that tiny little church over in York... Stand on the very site of Leeds' first murder, and learn about the scoundrel whodunnit.
Learn about the first railway in the UK - it was in Leeds! And about the ghosts who are said to haunt it to this day.
It's not just any market... Find out about the dramatic past of Kirkgate Market and the role it played throughout World War II. Discover why there have been reports of a very specific smell...
Stumble over the shambles of Leeds, and onto a once very smelly little street. It's no wonder cats love it here!
Why were our shopping arcades built? Find out about one particular store which was labelled as 'the creepiest place in Leeds', and meet Lord Bartholomew Catch's little friend...
Help your guide haunt this little ginnel, and bring more spirits to the wonderful Ship Inn.
Leave it to the thespians to make a drama out of a ghost! To be fair, there are a few here. Meet the crew: A lavender lady, a man in the rafters, and a murderous woman who shall not be named...
Say a fond farewell to your guide after learning about what was once the grimiest slum in Leeds. Part ways for the night before discovering your own spirits (be it rum, vodka or gin!)
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- 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
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Suitable for all ages
Reviews(44)
Overall, we were very happy with the Leeds Ghost Tour. We would say it’s a bit pricey for what it is but not unreasonable. We would have liked a bit more in depth talk about ghost stories and the history however we did get a lot of information. The guide was very friendly and chatty and obviously knew a lot.
Hi Molly, thank you for your feedback, we’ll definitely take it on board. We advise all customers to book via our website because affiliates like Tripadvisor like to hike the prices up. We try to cover as much history, facts and ghost stories as we possibly can in an hour but there’s always room for improvement! We’re on it. All best, Daisy
George was very knowledgeable about the tour and made the experience so much better! Definitely recommend going with him.
Funny and informative. Will be thinking of these tales when I go into Leeds City centre from now on!
This was a fascinating tour around Leeds city centre, the guide was very knowledgeable and it showed a different side to Leeds that I’d never seen before! Highly recommended
Daisy was really helpful with the booking even though she was abroad. As for the big bloke tour guide 😃 he was ok 😁😁 A great hour or so with a knowledgable guide. And found a few out of the way pubs im going to visit tomorrow
I've enjoyed ghost tours in other cities and lamented not having one for my home city of Leeds, and then saw this and hopes were high! And we weren't disappointed! Fun, funny, genuinely informative and - of course - spooooooky. I learnt loads and loved being the spooky, creepy vibes as well. :-)
Really enjoyed the ghost tour of Leeds. It was a great balance of dad jokes, ghostly tales and local history executed magically. We would highly recommend if you're looking for something a bit different in this bustling city.
Leeds has a ghost tour ! Rejoice! Guided by the diminutive but powerful Bartholomew Catch in full "ghostly" character. Our party was led around some familiar Leeds landmarks but with added ghostly facts. Jokes and puns were warmly received as we learnt about the darker side of the city. Well paced and interesting, thank you Lord Catch.
From the start. He was giving out riddles to the 16 of us. A very nice goulish history of Leeds. Value for money. We walked from place to place around Leeds. Around 1hr long. We would recommend the experience. Best for everyone 😉.
Could not recommend this enough! Lord Catch was a phenomenal guide: knowledgeable, charismatic, hilarious, and warm. I have lived in Leeds for several years and learnt new facts about even my own local pub!!! As someone who loves histories and mysteries this was the perfect experience. Loads of fun for any age, ideal duration of time, and a good mix of stories. Just want to shout out Lord Catch again: despite a minor setback when some of Leeds’ “finest” stole his hat, he remained every bit as cheerful and engaging. A true professional and a real gem. Never stop sharing your knowledge and talent with the world, Lord Catch!!!
