What You Will Do
Discover the history and strange happenings of Ilfracombes seafront.
Join our Ghost and history walking tour as we explore from The Landmark Theatre to Fore Street (one of the oldest streets in Ilfracombe) and hear true stories of strange events, unexpected deaths ghosts & Hauntings and the history of some of the iconic buildings.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Itinerary
Meeting Point
We meet outside the Landmark Theatre, Ilfracombe EX34 9BZ
Lat/Long 51.210422 -4122743
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1
The Landmark Theatre
10 minutes
The Ilfracombe Hotel was built in the town's Victorian tourist heyday and was the town's first purpose-built luxury hotel. Opened on May 15, 1867, the imposing building occupied a prime site bordering the sea, overlooking Capstone Hill and Wildersmouth beach.
2
Ilfracombe
1880s was known as the Alexandra Hotel. 1970’s couple called Blackmore owned or managed the Hotel. Also one of the most Haunted pubs in the town.
3
Ilfracombe Harbour
15 minutes
There has been a port at Ilfracombe since the 12th Century and a settlement for much longer. Because of the natural layout of the harbour, Ilfracombe became a significant safe port (registered port of refuge) on the Bristol Channel.
4
St Nicholas Chapel
5 minutes
St Nicholas's Chapel which is a seamen's chapel dating from the 14th century.
It is the only surviving beacon chapel and lighthouse. The chapel was built as a place of worship for the people of Ilfracombe living and working around the harbour.
It is known to have been used as a lighthouse at the time of Henry 8th and to this day the light remains on guiding shipping into the harbour.
5
George & Dragon
10 minutes
The George is Ilfracombe’s oldest pub earliest date found is 1360. Original name St George and Dragon. It is reported that there are 4 residential spirits there and 30 plus like to visit.
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