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the darker side of history

hAunted HISTORY walks

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2 Mile Guided Walk

Wetherby History walk

Discover the darker side of Wetherby's history as we explore the fascinating stories behind its historic buildings, streets and characters from the past. Join us for a gentle guided walk through the town, uncovering ghostly encounters, tales of witchcraft, mysterious happenings and intriguing local history along the way. Children and well-behaved dogs welcome!

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3 Mile Guided Walk

Fewston witch trials

Follow the trail of a remarkable Yorkshire story from the 1600s on a guided three-mile walk around the beautiful Swinsty Reservoir. Along the way, uncover the stories of the witch trials,  people involved and learn how fear and superstition affected life in 17th-century Yorkshire. Children and well-behaved dogs welcome. Suitable footwear required - some uneven paths on route.

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2 Mile Guided Walk

Ilkley History Walk

Explore the historic streets of Ilkley and discover the fascinating tales hidden behind its Victorian buildings and famous landmarks. Join us on a gentle guided walk through this beautiful Yorkshire spa town as we investigate mysterious happenings, ghostly sightings, historic crimes and the intriguing characters who shaped its past. Children and well-behaved dogs welcome!

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DOWNLOADABLE MURDER MYSTERIES

A Most deadly Cure

Step back into Georgian Yorkshire in 1807 with this downloadable murder mystery pack, inspired by a true Yorkshire crime and designed to be played with friends or family at home.​

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Take on the roles of suspects, question one another and examine the clues as Inspector Will Irving leads the investigation. Can you uncover the truth and identify the murderer?

Downloadable Murder Mystery Pack

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The potluck supper

Step back into Edwardian Harrogate with this downloadable murder mystery pack, designed to be played with friends or family in the comfort of your own home.

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What begins as an enjoyable potluck supper at the grand Oakdale Manor takes a deadly turn.  ​Can you and your fellow guests piece together the clues, uncover the truth and identify the murderer ?

Downloadable Murder Mystery Pack

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The King's Staith Affair

Step back into Victorian York with this downloadable murder mystery pack, designed to be played with friends or family in the comfort of your own home.

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​With Inspector Will Irving leading the investigation, can you piece together the evidence, separate truth from deception and discover who is responsible for this real historical Yorkshire murder?

Downloadable Murder Mystery Pack

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About Us

Yorkshire Haunted History brings the county’s fascinating and sometimes darker past to life through atmospheric guided walks and interactive murder mystery games.

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Founded by Gina, whose love of local history and passion for uncovering unusual and forgotten stories inspired the business, Yorkshire Haunted History offers a different way to explore the past. The guided walks delve into local legends, ghost stories, mysterious events and real crimes in some of Yorkshire’s most intriguing locations.

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Gina’s enthusiasm for historical research and storytelling has also inspired a collection of downloadable murder mystery packs, many based on real Yorkshire events. Designed to be enjoyed with friends or family at home, these interactive games invite players to take on characters, question suspects and solve intriguing mysteries.

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Combining history, mystery and entertainment, Yorkshire Haunted History brings people together while uncovering the remarkable stories and secrets of Yorkshire’s past.

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