Canterbury Pub Ghost Tour

This 150-minute tour combines Canterbury's most haunted pubs with local ghost stories and three included drinks. Participants visit four historic pubs known for paranormal activity, learning specific accounts of apparitions while sampling local ales or ciders. The guide shares documented sightings reported by staff and regulars over decades. The tour blends paranormal history with pub culture, stopping long enough at each location for both story content and comfortable drinking. Best for adults combining drinks with entertainment. This is a easy activity lasting 2.5 hours. Group size: 4-20. You meet at The Falstaff pub. Key highlights: Visit four historic pubs with documented paranormal activity over 20+ years, Three included drinks (choose from real ales, ciders, or soft drinks), Staff anecdotes of ghost sightings from pub employees.

Price: £20

Duration: 2.5 hours

Difficulty: easy

Group size: 4-20

Minimum age: 18+

Best for: adults combining drinks with entertainment

Best time: October-March for fewer daytime tourists. Thursday-Saturday 7:00pm year-round. Avoid major sporting events when pubs are crowded.

Meeting point: The Falstaff pub

Languages: English

Here is how the experience unfolds:

7:00pm Meet at The Falstaff pub and introduction - Gather in the bar, receive guide introduction to the tour, and order first drink of three included beverages.

7:10-7:35pm First pub: The Falstaff ghost story - Hear account of the Tudor-era ghost regularly seen in the upper rooms, with staff anecdotes from the past 20 years.

7:35-8:00pm Walk to second pub - Short walk through medieval streets to the next location with guide commentary on the route.

8:00-8:40pm Second pub visit and story - Order second included drink and hear story of apparition seen by multiple staff members; more crowded pub often allows observation of living punters.

8:40-9:10pm Third and fourth pub visits - Visit remaining two pubs with ghost stories and third included drink at final location.

9:10-9:15pm Return and conclusion - Walk back to starting point, optional discussion of stories, group dispersal.

The whole experience takes 2.5 hours. Difficulty: easy. You meet at The Falstaff pub.

• Visit four historic pubs with documented paranormal activity over 20+ years
• Three included drinks (choose from real ales, ciders, or soft drinks)
• Staff anecdotes of ghost sightings from pub employees
• Medieval pub architecture with centuries of history
• Guide trained in local pub lore and paranormal accounts

What is included: 2.5-hour guided tour of four pubs, Three alcoholic drinks or non-alcoholic equivalents, Access to back rooms and restricted pub areas, Ghost story narratives based on staff interviews.

Not included: Food (some pubs sell snacks), Additional drinks beyond three included, Transportation to/from meeting point, Gratuity for guide (optional but welcomed). You will need to arrange these yourself.

What to bring: Valid ID (must be 18+, frequently checked), Comfortable walking shoes, Light jacket (tours proceed in light rain), Cash for optional additional drinks or tips. Having these with you makes the experience smoother.

Best time to go: October-March for fewer daytime tourists. Thursday-Saturday 7:00pm year-round. Avoid major sporting events when pubs are crowded..

Tip: Includes 3 drinks

Tip: Must be over 18

Accessibility: Fully accessible medieval pubs with level entry. Toilet facilities available at each location. Pace is relaxed with seated time at pubs. Not suitable for those with mobility challenges due to drink service on multiple floors..

Operator: Ghostly Pub Crawls

After this activity, these are within easy reach:

• The Falstaff pub (Meeting point walk)
• Westgate Towers Museum (8 min walk walk)
• Canterbury Cathedral (10 min walk walk)

This activity is run by Ghostly Pub Crawls.

Cancellation policy: Free cancellation 48 hours before; 50% refund 24-48 hours; non-refundable within 24 hours..

Accessibility: Fully accessible medieval pubs with level entry. Toilet facilities available at each location. Pace is relaxed with seated time at pubs. Not suitable for those with mobility challenges due to drink service on multiple floors..

Best time to go: October-March for fewer daytime tourists. Thursday-Saturday 7:00pm year-round. Avoid major sporting events when pubs are crowded..

What type of drinks are included in the tour price?

Three standard drinks are included. You can choose from local real ales, ciders, or soft drinks at each pub. The guide will point out pub recommendations. If you prefer premium spirits or wines, the difference is paid separately. Non-drinkers can substitute soft drinks for all three beverages.

Are the ghost stories based on real reports or entertainment?

The stories are based on documented sightings reported by pub staff and regular customers over decades. The guide interviews staff directly and cites specific dates when apparitions were seen. These are not invented stories but rather accounts gathered from pub employees and regulars with long histories at each location.

Can I join if I don't drink alcohol?

Yes. Non-drinkers can substitute all three included drinks with non-alcoholic options like soft drinks, coffee, or tea. You get the full tour experience and ghost stories regardless of beverage choice. Many participants join for the socialising and history rather than specifically for alcohol consumption.