Your host will be the Rev. Joseph Glanvill, Vicar of Frome, a world-renowned expert in witch-finding. He died in 1680, but will return to show you the places where the ghosts of Frome lurk. You'll hear about the 12 men who were hanged, drawn and quartered - and whose cries can still be heard. You'll hear talk of apparitions in Frome's network of medieval tunnels. And you'll be walking past ancient pubs whose cellars make people feel unsettled and nervous. For 1,300 years Frome has seen struggle and death, ghosts and ghouls. They're all around us, if you let yourself hear them. The tour is mostly pavement, but our route will include some steep cobbled streets. We meet at Christchurch Cemetery, Christ Church, Christchurch Street West, Frome BA11 1EH. Please arrive at least 5 minutes early. The tour will start promptly for the convenience of our guests. Look out for your guide, the Revd Joseph Glanvill, who will be bewigged and wearing clerical robes.
You will be met outside the church door by the Revd. Joseph Glanvill, late Vicar of Frome and famous ghost hunter, who died in 1680. He will be your guide, and will explain what you will see on the tour.
You will hear about the Beast of Badcox, and learn why taxi drivers have refused to drive along the Nunney Road at night. You will also hear about the nearby Gibbet Hill.
We will walk to the Griffin, a haunted pub, where Rev Glanvill will tell you about the paranormal activities that have been reported there.
A haunted pub, with an Elizabethan ice house has been found. Strange sounds are sometimes heard at night
We will talk to the Sun Inn, a haunted pub, where Rev Glanvill will recount some of the spooky events that have happened there.
We will stop at Shepherds Barton, where secret tunnels and bones were discovered.
The Revd's church, built on the remains of St Aldhelm's Saxon monastery, and still guarded by fearsome spirits.
The Duke of Monmouth stayed here, before being beaten in battle and later executed, along with 12 other Frome men, who were hanged. Their choking sounds can still be heard.
You will hear about the riots and murders that have taken place here.
Here you'll hear about the ghostly Grey Lady who waits in vain for her lover. You'll also hear about the paranormal coach that rattles through Frome.
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Guided Ghost Tour of Frome lasts about 1h 10min. The itinerary has 10 stops.
Prices start at $24 per person for this South West England experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
The meeting point is We meet at Christchurch Cemetery, Christ Church, Christchurch Street West, Frome BA11 1EH. Please arrive at least 5 minutes early. The tour will start promptly for the convenience of our guests. Look out for the Revd Joseph Glanvill, who will be bewigged and wearing clerical robes. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
The experience is available in EN.
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 10 participants.
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Travellers rate it 4.9 out of 5 across 16 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Somerset Experiences.
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Thought the tour was absolutely wonderful. The historical context was genuinely fascinating, especially the bits about how paganism shifted into Christianity - it really got me thinking. The ghost stories were great too. If I’m being picky, the only thing it could possibly improve on is a stop in one of the pubs… but honestly, still a solid 5-star experience.
As said by others a well led really interesting and enjoyable experience and even for the sceptics it gives a great tour of the pubs lining you up for the rest of the evening.
We enjoyed our ghostly walk round Frome. We explored 'hidden' parts of old Frome and got a good feel for 'olden times' and some of the dastardly deeds carried out and their spooky consequences. I may have missed - or the good Reverend may not have actually mentioned - the fact that our guide was in-character as a deceased vicar! That did explain some minor confusion we had! A fun evening, all in all.
We all really enjoyed the ghost tour it was interesting and we saw some lovely parts of the town - even if we did choose the coldest night of the year
I absolutely loved this ghostly tour! It was such a fascinating mix of spooky tales and real history, and I came away having learned so many amazing facts about Frome's past that I’d never heard before. The storytelling was engaging, atmospheric, and fun without ever feeling over the top. It gave me a whole new perspective on familiar places, and I’d recommend it to anyone who loves history, ghost stories, or just wants a unique evening experience in Somerset. A brilliant night out!!
I really enjoyed the tour. It was great to hear about the ghostly history of Frome. Our guide, the good Reverend, was a great story teller and he was really great with our group.
What a treat that was! We went on a private Ghostly Frome tour - with Reverend Glanvill. The knowledgeable Reverend covered a lot in 90 minutes - we didn't want it to end:) He shared some fascinating stories about Frome’s spooky past. We loved his delivery and the fact that the tour took place in the evening added to the eerie atmosphere. I can wholeheartedly recommend the tour and Somerset Experiences.
Booked for friends birthday ! Did not disappoint ! The rev was Very knowledgeable on the ghostly pubs , streets of Frome ! Would definitely do again but in the darker evenings ! Loved he was in character ! Great communication / reminders leading up to our tour date ! At the end got a little booklet with the interesting places !
absolutely brilliant experience! the rev was very friendly seeing he is 800 yr old ! we loved it ! definitely do it again .
We went on the tour last night and really enjoyed it. It's the first tour I have been on where the host was in character but also had everyone captivated the whole time so people in the group weren't talking amongst themselves whilst the host was talking. He was very considerate of not only everyone's safety but also making sure we weren't in the way of the public. I would highly recommend the tour but it wouldn't be suitable for people with mobility issues as lots of hills and cobbles. i was surprised not to finish back where we started like we have always done on other ghost walks so had to check with others on the walk as to how to get back to the car as not from the area.
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