
Ghost Stories for Christmas
Fri 20 Nov · 19:30
The Sir Arthur Conan Doyle Centre
Venue events →
Similar events
View all →About This Event
Prepare for a shivery evening as Ghost Stories for Christmas returns to The Sir Arthur Conan Doyle Centre in Edinburgh on Friday 20 November 2026. This atmospheric live storytelling event promises to conjure the chilling spirit of Christmastide with a selection of spectral tales brought vividly to life by a cast of talented performers. Expect an evening steeped in tradition, where the flickering candlelight and hushed tones will transport you to a world of phantoms and folklore. These are not tales for the faint of heart, and as such, the performance is strictly not suitable for children under the age of ten. Whether you're a seasoned aficionado of the uncanny or simply seeking a unique and spine-tingling experience to embrace the darker side of the festive season, this event offers an unforgettable night. Tickets are available for purchase, with prices ranging from £15.87 to £19.12.
Live storytelling one man show bringing the haunting ghost stories of Christmastide to life... (Not suitable for children under 10 years)
Join Edwyrdian Tales beside the glittering lights of the Christmas Tree for three haunting ghost stories of the season. This year our night of festive spirits features terrors from classic authors of the age… H.R. Wakefield, Algernon Blackwood and an original tale from the pen of our storyteller.
In “Lucky’s Grove” a family discover the dangers of bringing in the wrong Christmas Tree for their celebrations. The twinkling fairy lights cannot illuminate the very real darkness they have let loose into their home. In “The Wendigo” a lonely hunting party in far flung pine forests hear the terrible call of the wild. Something walks amongst the towering trees, and upon the wind itself. And in “The Elder Son” a father tries to carve the perfect Christmas gift from a broken tree. A gift he bitterly regrets as soon as it is made.
Bone chilling tales to conjure the spirits of Christmas...
A one-man performance, directed and haunted by Matthew Wood
Please note this is a live performance by Edwyrdian Tales in the beautiful The Helen Duncan Room of the Sir Arthur Conan Doyle Centre – the performance is not being streamed on-line.
Sir Arthur Conan Doyle Centre, 25 Palmerston Place, Edinburgh, EH12 5AP
Doors open 7pm, performance 7.30pm
Performance is 1 hr 20mins without interval
(Please note the The Helen Duncan Room is a first floor venue and there is no lift)
(Not suitable for children under 10 years of age)
Getting there - The Sir Arthur Conan Doyle Centre at 25 Palmerston Place is a listed building in a World Heritage Site and just a five-minute walk from Haymarket.
Description supplied by the event organiser.
Similar Events in Edinburgh
View all →
From £34.50Bublé Christmas by Candlelight
Tue, 8 Dec 2026
Assembly Rooms, Edinburgh
From £22.38Chopin & Champagne at Christmas
Fri, 4 Dec 2026
Edinburgh New Town Church
From £14The Christmas Party
Sat, 5 Dec 2026
Dalkeith Miners Club
£15Carlton Bingo Christmas Party
Sun, 6 Dec 2026
Carlton Bingo Dunfermline
£30Annasach's Festive Ceilidh
Sat, 12 Dec 2026
The Counting House (The Ballroom)
Free EntryOcean Terminal Market
Sat, 3 Oct 2026
Ocean Terminal
More at The Sir Arthur Conan Doyle Centre
View all →Staying overnight?
Hotels within walking distance of The Sir Arthur Conan Doyle Centre.
Ad · Stay22 affiliate link
Frequently asked questions
Ghost Stories for Christmas takes place on Friday, 20 November 2026 at 19:30.
Ghost Stories for Christmas is held at The Sir Arthur Conan Doyle Centre in Edinburgh (25 Palmerston Place, Edinburgh, EH12 5AP).
Tickets for Ghost Stories for Christmas range from £15.87 to £19.12. Live prices and availability are shown on Eventbrite.
Tickets for Ghost Stories for Christmas can be booked via Eventbrite using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.

Ghost Stories for Christmas
Editorial Summary
Prepare for a shivery evening as Ghost Stories for Christmas returns to The Sir Arthur Conan Doyle Centre in Edinburgh on Friday 20 November 2026. This atmospheric live storytelling event promises to conjure the chilling spirit of Christmastide with a selection of spectral tales brought vividly to life by a cast of talented performers.
Expect an evening steeped in tradition, where the flickering candlelight and hushed tones will transport you to a world of phantoms and folklore. These are not tales for the faint of heart, and as such, the performance is strictly not suitable for children under the age of ten. Whether you're a seasoned aficionado of the uncanny or simply seeking a unique and spine-tingling experience to embrace the darker side of the festive season, this event offers an unforgettable night. Tickets are available for purchase, with prices ranging from £15.87 to £19.12.
This summary was automatically generated from event data sourced from official ticketing providers.
Organiser’s full description
Live storytelling one man show bringing the haunting ghost stories of Christmastide to life... (Not suitable for children under 10 years)
Join Edwyrdian Tales beside the glittering lights of the Christmas Tree for three haunting ghost stories of the season. This year our night of festive spirits features terrors from classic authors of the age… H.R. Wakefield, Algernon Blackwood and an original tale from the pen of our storyteller.
In “Lucky’s Grove” a family discover the dangers of bringing in the wrong Christmas Tree for their celebrations. The twinkling fairy lights cannot illuminate the very real darkness they have let loose into their home. In “The Wendigo” a lonely hunting party in far flung pine forests hear the terrible call of the wild. Something walks amongst the towering trees, and upon the wind itself. And in “The Elder Son” a father tries to carve the perfect Christmas gift from a broken tree. A gift he bitterly regrets as soon as it is made.
Bone chilling tales to conjure the spirits of Christmas...
A one-man performance, directed and haunted by Matthew Wood
Please note this is a live performance by Edwyrdian Tales in the beautiful The Helen Duncan Room of the Sir Arthur Conan Doyle Centre – the performance is not being streamed on-line.
Sir Arthur Conan Doyle Centre, 25 Palmerston Place, Edinburgh, EH12 5AP
Doors open 7pm, performance 7.30pm
Performance is 1 hr 20mins without interval
(Please note the The Helen Duncan Room is a first floor venue and there is no lift)
(Not suitable for children under 10 years of age)
Getting there - The Sir Arthur Conan Doyle Centre at 25 Palmerston Place is a listed building in a World Heritage Site and just a five-minute walk from Haymarket.
Description supplied by the event organiser.
❓ Frequently asked questions
When is Ghost Stories for Christmas?
Ghost Stories for Christmas takes place on Friday, 20 November 2026 at 19:30.
Where is Ghost Stories for Christmas taking place?
Ghost Stories for Christmas is held at The Sir Arthur Conan Doyle Centre in Edinburgh (25 Palmerston Place, Edinburgh, EH12 5AP).
How much are tickets for Ghost Stories for Christmas?
Tickets for Ghost Stories for Christmas range from £15.87 to £19.12. Live prices and availability are shown on Eventbrite.
How do I get tickets for Ghost Stories for Christmas?
Tickets for Ghost Stories for Christmas can be booked via Eventbrite using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
🏨 Staying overnight?
Hotels within walking distance of The Sir Arthur Conan Doyle Centre
Ad · Stay22 affiliate link
Tickets from
£15.87
Date
Until Friday, 20 November 2026
Time
More in Edinburgh
EventsList curates 168,000+ events across the UK. Tickets purchased via the venue or authorised sellers only.
More Events at The Sir Arthur Conan Doyle Centre
View all →
FREEFree Choir Taster Rehearsals in Edinburgh | Come Sing With Us
📍 The Sir Arthur Conan Doyle Centre
FREEEdinburgh Speakers Club
📍 The Sir Arthur Conan Doyle Centre

Medley Of Mediumship with Chris Archbold Karen Wood Neath & Carolyn Allsopp
📍 The Sir Arthur Conan Doyle Centre
£16.96
Similar Events in Edinburgh
View all →
Bublé Christmas by Candlelight
📍 Assembly Rooms, Edinburgh
From £34.50

Chopin & Champagne at Christmas
📍 Edinburgh New Town Church
£22.38 - £49.46

The Christmas Party
📍 Dalkeith Miners Club
From £14.00

Carlton Bingo Christmas Party
📍 Carlton Bingo Dunfermline
From £15.00

Annasach's Festive Ceilidh
📍 The Counting House (The Ballroom)
From £30.00
FREE—
Ocean Terminal Market
📍 Ocean Terminal
More things to do in Edinburgh
- Pumpkins After Dark Edinburgh· Friday, 9 October 2026
- Five Sisters Zoo Christmas Illuminations· Friday, 20 November 2026
- Hopetoun House Christmas Shopping Fair· Friday, 27 November 2026
- Halloween In The Castle· Saturday, 31 October 2026
- F*CK ME It's Halloween | Edinburgh Freshers 2026· Monday, 26 October 2026
- Edinburgh’s Christmas: Santa’s Stories· Friday, 20 November 2026
- Halloween Fright Nights· Friday, 23 October 2026
- Edinburgh’s Christmas: Around the World Starflyer· Saturday, 14 November 2026
- Christmas Wine Fair 2026· Friday, 20 November 2026
- Christmas at The Botanics 2026· Thursday, 19 November 2026
- Edinburgh’s Magical Christmas· Sunday, 22 November 2026
- Christmas at the Botanics· Thursday, 19 November 2026
- Continuing The Cazalet Chronicles With Louisa Young· Wednesday, 18 November 2026
- Adam Riches IS Sean Bean IN ‘How the Bean Saved Christmas’· Thursday, 26 November 2026


