Southampton Ghost Walks and Ghost Tours

Every street has a story to tell… you just need to close your eyes and listen…

Are you interested in seeing the history from a unique perspective? Possibly the most haunted city on the South Coast, Southampton has a dark history of murder, mayhem, plotting and politics. From the sinking of famous ships to the invasions of the French, the dark monuments of Southampton are witness to it all.  

Join Dark Encounters as they bring to life stories of  Southampton within the chilling setting of the Old Town and the Medieval Walls. Dare you follow your guide as they take you deep within the battlements and towers of the old quarter and its chequered history. On a Theatre of Dark Encounters Ghost Tour you will be immersed in a world of ghosts, murder, and mystery as we weave together a hidden history that connects people to the place and the past in a very meaningful, human way.

We will take you deep into a England’s dark heritage, far deeper than a virtual guidebook or bus tour ever could; because in the words of our immersive storytellers, we bring the city’s stories screaming to life.  What makes the Theatre of Dark Encounters different? The art of a good ghost story well told…

Southampton is an ancient city… from the dominating Medieval Castle and walls, to tunnels dug by medieval merchants; to a dark network of alleyways used by Georgian smugglers. 

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Coming Tours from Theatre of Dark Encounters

Spice Island Tour - The Portsmouth Ghost Walk

The Portsmouth Ghost Walk: Spice Island

The Original Ghost Walk for Portsmouth brings Georgian England to life

04 October, 2023
7:30PM - 8:45PM

Bram Stoker's Dracula

Dracula from the Castle

We return to tell the legendary tale within one of England's oldest castles

05 October, 2023
7:30PM - 9:00PM

Bram Stoker's Dracula

Dracula from the Castle

We return to tell the legendary tale within one of England's oldest castles

06 October, 2023
7:30PM - 9:00PM

Bram Stoker's Dracula

Dracula from the Castle

We return to tell the legendary tale within one of England's oldest castles

07 October, 2023
7:30PM - 9:00PM

There is a labyrinth of stairs and corridors running around the theatre

Ghost Stories from The Kings Theatre

Dare you explore this Edwardian theatre after dark? Even go beneath the stage?

17 October, 2023
7:30PM - 9:00PM

Can you get into the city through West Gate?

The Southampton Ghost Walk

The Original Ghost Walk of Medieval Southampton... the streets come to life!

18 October, 2023
7:30PM - 8:45PM

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