What You Will Do
Explore one of the most haunted cities in the country and uncover the chilling history of Cambridge on our 60-minute ghost tour. Wander through eerie streets where ghostly apparitions have been reported for centuries. Hear tales of the restless spirit that haunts a local pub and the ghost of Oliver Cromwell, said to linger at Sidney Sussex College. Be intrigued by the strange occurrences at Peterhouse that made headlines nationwide.
This walking tour is conducted in English and takes place outdoors. **Indoor access to structures is not included unless specifically booked as an additional option.** For possible entry to specific colleges, we recommend arranging this in advance.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Itinerary
Meeting Point
Gather outside the entrance of King’s College on King's Parade.
Your guide is in royal blue attire, such as a jacket, cap, beanie, or polo shirt with a shielded crest. If you're having trouble finding them, please, approach anyone in this attire and kindly ask.
1
King's Parade
10 minutes
Meet our manager at the meeting point (blue flag) at the entrance of King's college on King's Parade to spend an hour discovering the supernatural side of Cambridge.
Along with your Alumni guide, go in search of ghosts around the city and outside College buildings. The long history of Cambridge and the university make it a perfect place to hear the myths and legends, and maybe even spot a ghost yourself!
2
Clare College
5 minutes
Find the origin of the phrase ‘the skeleton in the cupboard’, and the ghost upset by it!
3
Trinity College
5 minutes
Hear about some of the attempts to make ghost spotting a scientific endeavour; appropriate for the most scientifically distinguished college!
4
Market Square
5 minutes
Learn how witches were dealt with in a supposedly educated city, and find out what sort of meat was burning in the marketplace in years gone by…
5
5 minutes
Listen to your guide describe how this shop got its name, and see a new side to a classic sweet treat
6
Eagle
5 minutes
Why does the upper floor of the pub always have a draft? It’s not as simple an answer as you may think!
7
Corpus Christi College
10 minutes
A hotspot for ghost sightings in Cambridge, there are stories here from the 1600s to the modern day!
8
Peterhouse
10 minutes
One of the most modern hauntings in the city, hear about the story which made the national news. Finally, learn what to do if you hear a panting hound behind you!
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