The Black Widow Dark Tales of Murder Crime and the Paranormal
4.9 / 5 · 121 traveler reviews
Historical murders, crime, and the paranormal! Enjoy this entertaining walking tour around the picturesque seaside town of Scarborough, North Yorkshire. Learn about the town's darker history, legends, and hauntings. Visit the oldest still-standing building in town, the seafront, infamous smuggling spots, historic Bar Street, a very haunted hotel, and more. From June to August, also, enjoy a ride on the famous Central Tramway. The recommended minimum age is 10 at parental discretion. The tour requires a minimum of 2 persons to operate, if the minimum is not met we reserve the right to cancel. The winter route does include some uphill walking due to the lift not running off-season. This is a well researched dark history tour of crime, murder, and hauntings. There are no gimmicks or jump scares. Runs March- December. January and February private bookings are possible. The tour departs rain or shine.
Your experience
Stop 1
Murder, crime and hauntings. Combined history and entertainment with the spooky walking tour around Scarborough. Enjoy dark tales as we pass by South Bay Beach, the Old Town, the lighthouse, and spectacular view of the castle (in summer). In the summer months also enjoy a ride on the central tramway included in the tour. You’ll be accompanied by your guide - The Black Widow.
What’s included
- In-person English Guide
- ride on the central tramway (June-August only)
Not included
- Tips
Meeting and pickup
Opposite number 23 (Terror Tower )on the beach side of the street.
Before you go
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- pets welcome when friendly with a group of people
- includes some uphill walking on the winter route
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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