What is the Oxford Ghost Tour?
The Oxford Ghost Tour is a unique, interactive experience devised by your preternatural host, Tom McDonnell*, author of Dead but Awake: Paranormal Encounters from The Shadows of Oxford.
Although beautiful, Oxford is packed with some gruesome history that not many are aware of. Join us as we take a stroll through the most haunted and historic parts of Oxford City Centre, and hear fables of spurned love, phantom soothsayers and ghoulish games as you explore an older, darker side of the Dreaming Spires.
Discover terrifying tales of ghostly encounters, unexplained phenomena and Civil War strife, all in the beating heart of Oxford, and learn about:
How King Charles I’s restless spirit still roams the grounds of Christ Church.
Prudence Burcote, the spurned lover of Magpie Lane.
The cook at the Turf Tavern, who has been working the kitchens for over 400 years.
Regardless of whether you’re a longtime local or a passing visitor, we know those brave enough to join the journey will have a fiendishly good time.
Gripping storytelling will make you laugh, scream, and shiver in the streets of Oxford.
Visit world-famous spots in Oxford City Centre, exploring narrow alleyways and forgotten lanes.
Hear terrifying tales of gruesome ends, horrid hauntings and more. You might even spot some spectres yourself!
Your live, interactive experience will last around 1 hour 15 minutes.
The tour brings to life real stories of real people, often forgotten by the locals.
The Oxford Ghost Tour is operated by the well-established and award-winning City Sightseeing Oxford. The tour includes ghost stories and themes which may not be suitable for young children; parental discretion is advised.
*On occasion, your tour may be led by one of our other experienced and knowledgeable guides. This allows us to accommodate as many guests as possible and ensure everyone can enjoy the Oxford Ghost Tour experience.
While each guide brings their own unique personality and storytelling style, the tour content, historical insights, and overall experience remain consistent. Rest assured that whoever leads your tour, you can expect the same high-quality experience, filled with fascinating stories, local history and plenty of entertainment.
We are confident that your Oxford Ghost Tour will be both memorable and thoroughly enjoyable.