Date: Thursday 28 May, 2026
Time: 8:30 PM to 9:30 PM
Location: The Square Tower
Ticket Price: £10 - £6.00
Step back to 1813 on an atmospheric evening ghost walk that plunges you into Portsmouth’s murky Georgian streets and the world of Nelson. Actors bring to life a seedy underworld of smugglers, pirates, rival gangs, ale houses and ‘cat’ houses as you hear dark tales of murder, disappearances and hauntings hidden beneath today’s tourist streets. The experience blends storytelling and live interaction with group participation for a theatrical take on the city after dark.
You will learn a little, you will laugh a little - but hopefully you will scream a lot…
* Immersive, actor-led scenes that recreate the sights and atmosphere of Georgian Portsmouth
* Dark historical tales and local mysteries tied to Nelson’s era and the city’s maritime past
* Participatory theatrical elements that engage the whole group
You will learn a little, you will laugh a little - but hopefully you will scream a lot…
* Immersive, actor-led scenes that recreate the sights and atmosphere of Georgian Portsmouth
* Dark historical tales and local mysteries tied to Nelson’s era and the city’s maritime past
* Participatory theatrical elements that engage the whole group
Further Information
Arrive at the Square Tower - 5 minutes before the tour start time.
Not suitable for anyone under 12 years
This site may not be suitable for everyone (uneven surfaces in low level light)
❌ Anyone under the influence of alcohol or drugs will be turned away from the tour.
❌ Toilets are not available during the tour.
⚠️ Some historical content may be of a distressing nature and may include content related to abuse, torture, hangings and death.
❌ Filming or live streaming of the tour is strictly forbidden and will result in ejection from the tour.
⚠️ Times and route may vary.
Not suitable for anyone under 12 years
This site may not be suitable for everyone (uneven surfaces in low level light)
❌ Anyone under the influence of alcohol or drugs will be turned away from the tour.
❌ Toilets are not available during the tour.
⚠️ Some historical content may be of a distressing nature and may include content related to abuse, torture, hangings and death.
❌ Filming or live streaming of the tour is strictly forbidden and will result in ejection from the tour.
⚠️ Times and route may vary.
Address: Broad Street, Old Portsmouth, Hampshire PO1 2JE
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Parking: Street parking - charges apply
Accessibility: Access to ground floor only. Toilets not accessible without assistance.
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