Haunted Brighton Ghost Walk

Journey through Brighton's darkest history on this evening ghost walk through The Lanes. Your guide recounts tales of historical murders, mysterious disappearances, and supernatural sightings while visiting haunted pubs and ancient alleyways. The tour covers Brighton's most documented paranormal hotspots, from medieval times through the Victorian era. Best for ghost story enthusiasts and groups seeking evening entertainment. This is a Easy activity lasting 1.5 hours. Group size: 15-20 people. You meet at The Old Ship Hotel entrance. Key highlights: Visit three documented haunted pubs with active paranormal reports, Learn about Brighton's plague burial sites and their supernatural activity, Hear first-hand accounts from pub landlords about ghostly encounters.

Price: £15

Duration: 1.5 hours

Difficulty: Easy

Group size: 15-20 people

Minimum age: 18

Best for: ghost story enthusiasts and groups seeking evening entertainment

Best time: October through February for longer dark hours and distinctive weather

Meeting point: The Old Ship Hotel entrance

Languages: English

Here is how the experience unfolds:

7:00 PM Meet at Old Ship Hotel - Introduction to Brighton's ghost hunting history and safety briefing

7:15 PM The Lanes exploration - Walk through narrow medieval streets hearing tales of plague victims and ancient curses

7:45 PM Haunted pub visits - Stop at three historically haunted pubs to learn about resident spirits and unexplained phenomena

8:15 PM Murder sites tour - Visit locations of historical Brighton murders with detailed accounts of the crimes and subsequent hauntings

The whole experience takes 1.5 hours. Difficulty: Easy. You meet at The Old Ship Hotel entrance.

• Visit three documented haunted pubs with active paranormal reports
• Learn about Brighton's plague burial sites and their supernatural activity
• Hear first-hand accounts from pub landlords about ghostly encounters
• Explore medieval alleyways where highwaymen and smugglers once operated

What is included: Professional ghost tour guide, Access to private areas of haunted locations, Historical documentation and photographs.

Not included: Food and drinks, Transport to meeting point, Paranormal investigation equipment. You will need to arrange these yourself.

What to bring: Warm clothing for evening weather, Comfortable walking shoes, Camera for distinctive photos, Valid ID for pub visits. Having these with you makes the experience smoother.

Best time to go: October through February for longer dark hours and distinctive weather.

Tip: Adults only tour

Tip: Runs Friday-Sunday nights year-round

Accessibility: Not suitable for wheelchairs due to cobblestone streets and narrow passages.

Operator: Brighton Ghost Company

After this activity, these are within easy reach:

• The Lanes (0 minutes walk)
• Royal Pavilion (5 minutes walk)
• Brighton Museum & Art Gallery (3 minutes walk)

This activity is run by Brighton Ghost Company.

Cancellation policy: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before tour start time.

Accessibility: Not suitable for wheelchairs due to cobblestone streets and narrow passages.

Best time to go: October through February for longer dark hours and distinctive weather.

Is the ghost walk actually scary?

The tour focuses on historical accounts and documented stories rather than jump scares. Most participants find it distinctive rather than frightening.

What happens if it rains during the ghost tour?

Tours run in light rain as most locations offer some shelter. Heavy rain may result in tour cancellation with full refund offered.

Can I take photos during the ghost walk?

Photography is encouraged at most locations. Some private venues may restrict flash photography inside buildings.