The Deathly Dark Tours

York

Book The Deathly Dark Tours & explore the darker side of York by day or night

Step beyond York's usual tourist routes with The Deathly Dark Tours, a multi-award-winning family-run tour company sharing grim history, paranormal tales and local legends with a dark comedy twist.

  • Choose between an atmospheric nighttime ghost walk and a daytime dark history tour
  • Explore York with an award-winning guide who knows where the city's best stories are buried
  • Hear theatrical storytelling packed with historical knowledge, local hauntings and dark humour
  • Discover famous landmarks alongside tucked-away places many visitors miss
  • Join a walking tour suitable for solo visitors, couples, families and groups
  • Bring well-behaved dogs along on a lead
  • Book ahead as places are limited and popular tours may sell out!

Ghost stories, horrible history & dark comedy around the streets of York

The Deathly Dark Tours reveal the strange, grim and supposedly haunted stories hiding around one of England's most historic cities. Follow an award-winning guide through York's atmospheric streets and discover places you may not reach while exploring the usual tourist routes.

  • The Deathly Dark Tour of York: Dive into York's spine-tingling past through local hauntings and historical tales, delivered with theatrical flair
  • Deathly By Daylight: Visit landmarks including York Minster and the Shambles alongside secret spots that many visitors overlook
  • Dark History: Hear about unsolved murders, public executions, local legends and the mysterious Bile Beans
  • Award-Winning Guides: Enjoy storytelling from guides known for their historical knowledge and deliciously dark wit
  • Family Friendly: Children of all ages have joined the tours, although parents should consider individual worries or triggers
  • Private Experiences: Request a tour tailored to your group, preferred locations or special occasion
  • Outdoor Experiences: Explore York on foot throughout the year, with tours running in a range of weather conditions

Book The Deathly Dark Tours today, choose your tour and prepare to discover a side of York that refuses to rest quietly.

Location

The Deathly Dark Tours Office

4 Grape Ln,
York,
Yorkshire,
YO1 7HU
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How to find us

Meeting Point: All tours start from The Deathly Dark Tours Office, 4 Grape Lane, York YO1 7HU

Facilities
  • Booking office and spooky shop at 4 Grape Lane, York
  • Outdoor guided walking tour experience
  • Dog-friendly tours (well-behaved dogs on leads welcome)
  • Assistance dogs welcome
  • Pram and pushchair accessible, although some routes include uneven surfaces
  • Wheelchair-accessible routes where possible, with alternative routes available in some locations
  • BSL interpreters welcome free of charge when arranged in advance
  • Public toilet facilities available nearby in York city centre (not operated by the tour)
  • Access to local city centre parking nearby including Castle Car Park and St George's Field
  • Park & Ride connections available nearby
  • Large-print accessibility information available on request
  • Guides available to provide directions and local recommendations after the tour
More Info
Is The Deathly Dark Tours wheelchair accessible?

The route includes cobbled streets, uneven surfaces, narrow pavements and kerbs. Guides may offer alternative routes where possible, but wheelchair users may find some areas difficult. 

What age is The Deathly Dark Tours suitable for?

The Deathly Dark Tours is described as suitable for all ages. Parents and guardians should consider individual worries or triggers because the stories may cover hauntings, executions and other dark historical subjects.

Is there food and drink at The Deathly Dark Tours?

Food and drink are not included because The Deathly Dark Tours is an outdoor walking experience. Visitors are encouraged to bring water, particularly during warmer weather.

Where does The Deathly Dark Tours start?

All public tours start at The Deathly Dark Tours booking office and spooky shop at 4 Grape Lane, York, YO1 7HU.

How long does The Deathly Dark Tours last?

The Deathly Dark Tour of York lasts approximately 90 minutes. Deathly By Daylight lasts approximately 60 to 70 minutes.

Is The Deathly Dark Tours dog-friendly?

Yes. Well-behaved dogs are welcome when kept on a lead. Assistance dogs are also welcome.

What should visitors wear for The Deathly Dark Tours?

Wear clothing suitable for the weather and sensible, comfortable footwear. The routes may include cobbled streets and uneven surfaces, and the tours run entirely outdoors.

Will visitors see a ghost on The Deathly Dark Tours?

Ghost sightings are not guaranteed. The guides share historical hauntings, paranormal tales and suggestions about the best places to look, but they make no promises about paranormal activity.

What do The Deathly Dark Tours tickets include?

Tickets include the selected guided walking tour, storytelling from an award-winning guide and exploration of locations around York city centre. The subjects covered depend on the tour booked.

Are these the cheapest tickets for The Deathly Dark Tours?

Yes, we guarantee price match or better. If you can find them cheaper, we want to match it so please get in touch here.

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