Durham Dark History Tour: Hauntings and Tragic Tales

Delve into the darker side of Durham’s past as we discover the gruesome, shocking and tragic tales of our city’s rich history.

From the medieval prisons, castle and cathedral to the city’s historic pubs, we explore the hauntings, crimes, deadly battles and saintly miracles that add mystery and character to our beautiful little city.

Duration: 1 hour, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Durham Market Place - The darker side of the social history of Durham. From coal mining to hidden cemeteries.
  • Framwellgate Bridge - Tales of escaped prisoners and Prince Bishops in the brutal early Norman period.
  • Durham Cathedral - Learn about saintly miracles and tales of the dungeon that lay beneath the cathedral.
  • **Palace Green…
What's Included
  • Provide City center recommendations.
Location
Market place
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Julie_m
Sep 26, 2024
Excellent and so interesting - What an excellent tour, Peter was so knowledgeable, answered every one of our questions but not just with facts he also gave us tales that we would never have known if we’d just walked around by ourselves, couldn’t recommend this trip more
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Ellyheney22
Sep 16, 2024
Brilliant tour, great local knowledge, very friendly - Me and my friend really enjoyed this tour - it was just the 2 of us plus the guide so it was very friendly and interactive! He also had a great sense of humour and didn't mind us taking a couple of drinks around with us. Great value for money, very pleased we booked
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Deana
Jul 12, 2024
You have to do this! - Wow what a knowledgable and friendly tour guide. A fabulous tour exploring the history of the darker side of Durham. An absolute must do if you are in this historic city. Would have paid more for this tour 👌
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Soniamo688pz
Jul 5, 2024
Dark tour - Thank you for a very enjoyable tour , excellent local knowledge. Lots of really interesting stories. Experience even better as only myself and my husband.
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