The Ghost Walk Padstow - Tour of Cornwall’s Myths and Legends
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Step into the shadows of old Padstow for an atmospheric evening of ghost stories, hidden alleys, local legends and mysterious happenings. Led by Regency-era merchant Thomas Rawlings, your lantern-carrying guide from Padstow’s past, the walk combines storytelling, history, humour and atmospheric music through some of the town’s lesser-known streets and passageways. Hear strange tales from old houses and inns, local folklore and more recent encounters that aren't quite so easily explained. Visit a 16th-century coaching inn, medieval St Petroc’s Church and the edge of the historic Prideaux estate. Maximum 25 people. Well-behaved dogs welcome. Parental guidance advised for under-10s due to references to death and historical punishments. There is a short 75m uphill section. Wheelchair and mobility scooter users are welcome, although manual wheelchair users may need assistance. Duration: approximately 1 hour 30 minutes.
Your experience
Stop 1
Meet your costumed guide and step back in time as we explore Padstow’s old town on foot. We will be introduced to the spirit of a local merchant, then hear about two haunted inns, including a former coaching inn that once bustled with travellers. Then it's into the old town passing shops with spooks, pubs brimming with tradition and a former music hall. Onwards to the impressive St Petroc’s Church, a centrepiece of Padstow’s medieval past.
Stop 2
Explore the shadowed grounds of one of Cornwall’s oldest and most storied churches, plus the land that surrounds it.
Stop 3
Admire the outside the stately Elizabethan house, where legends linger.
Stop 4
Heading downhill through twisting alleys we hear more ghostly tales. Returning via the opposite side of the harbour for more stories of hauntings and the oldest building in Padstow. We come full circle for a final gathering and a chilling legend to end your evening.
What’s included
- 90-minute guided walking tour of historic Padstow
- Live storytelling of Cornwall’s myths, legends and ghost stories
- Exploration of Padstow’s historic streets, harbour and hidden corners
- Guide in authentic 19th-century costume
- Gratuities
Not included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Admission to attractions or private properties
- Food and drinks
Meeting and pickup
Meet by this landmark pub on the edge of the harbour, next to the red lifebelt. What3words: blazers.eased.that
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
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- You should be capable of walking 1 mile total including 100m up a moderate hill on tarmac
- Powered scooters and powered wheelchairs can participate
- If in a manual wheelchair note there is an uphill section
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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