Halifax Civic Trust - Uncanny Halloween Walk - Halloween Night!
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The Halifax Civic Trust offers a two-hour outdoor tour on 31 October 2026, led by historian David Glover from the Halifax Gibbet to the former Magistrates Court. Participants walk through the city's darker history and learn about specific historical incidents at various sites. The tour costs £8.30 and is not suitable for those with sight or mobility concerns.
Join historian David Glover for a chilling walk through Halifax’s darker history — on a SPOOKY Halloween Night walkingTour!
Join historian David Glover for a chilling walk through Halifax’s darker history — from medieval murders to Victorian crimes and illegal burials. On Halloween Night Discover:
Who was shot in King Street?
Why did blood seep under a doorway in Great Albion Street at Christmas 1908?
Where did Peter Sutcliffe drink?
And who was illegally buried in Holy Trinity Churchyard?
🔦 Bring a torch if you wish.
⚠️ Not suitable for those with sight or mobility concerns or those easily scared!
🕰 Duration: approx. 2+ hours.
👣 Linear walk — return escort available.
📅 Halloween Night – Saturday 31st October 2026 | 🕖 6:00pm Start
📍 Starting Point: Halifax Gibbet, Bedford Street North HX1 5BH
📍 Ends: Former Magistrates Court HX1 2AF
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Staying overnight?
Hotels within walking distance of Halifax Gibbet.
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Frequently asked questions
Halifax Civic Trust - Uncanny Halloween Walk - Halloween Night! takes place on Saturday, 31 October 2026 at 18:00.
Halifax Civic Trust - Uncanny Halloween Walk - Halloween Night! is held at Halifax Gibbet in Huddersfield (Bedford Street North, Halifax, HX1 5DL).
Tickets for Halifax Civic Trust - Uncanny Halloween Walk - Halloween Night! are priced at £8.30. Live prices and availability are shown on Eventbrite.
Yes — hotels within walking distance of Halifax Gibbet can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
Tickets for Halifax Civic Trust - Uncanny Halloween Walk - Halloween Night! 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.
Halifax Civic Trust - Uncanny Halloween Walk - Halloween Night!
Editorial Summary
The Halifax Civic Trust offers a two-hour outdoor tour on 31 October 2026, led by historian David Glover from the Halifax Gibbet to the former Magistrates Court. Participants walk through the city's darker history and learn about specific historical incidents at various sites. The tour costs £8.30 and is not suitable for those with sight or mobility concerns.
This summary was automatically generated from event data sourced from official ticketing providers.
Organiser’s full description
Join historian David Glover for a chilling walk through Halifax’s darker history — on a SPOOKY Halloween Night walkingTour!
Join historian David Glover for a chilling walk through Halifax’s darker history — from medieval murders to Victorian crimes and illegal burials. On Halloween Night Discover:
Who was shot in King Street?
Why did blood seep under a doorway in Great Albion Street at Christmas 1908?
Where did Peter Sutcliffe drink?
And who was illegally buried in Holy Trinity Churchyard?
🔦 Bring a torch if you wish.
⚠️ Not suitable for those with sight or mobility concerns or those easily scared!
🕰 Duration: approx. 2+ hours.
👣 Linear walk — return escort available.
📅 Halloween Night – Saturday 31st October 2026 | 🕖 6:00pm Start
📍 Starting Point: Halifax Gibbet, Bedford Street North HX1 5BH
📍 Ends: Former Magistrates Court HX1 2AF
Description supplied by the event organiser.
❓ Frequently asked questions
When is Halifax Civic Trust - Uncanny Halloween Walk - Halloween Night!?
Halifax Civic Trust - Uncanny Halloween Walk - Halloween Night! takes place on Saturday, 31 October 2026 at 18:00.
Where is Halifax Civic Trust - Uncanny Halloween Walk - Halloween Night! taking place?
Halifax Civic Trust - Uncanny Halloween Walk - Halloween Night! is held at Halifax Gibbet in Huddersfield (Bedford Street North, Halifax, HX1 5DL).
How much are tickets for Halifax Civic Trust - Uncanny Halloween Walk - Halloween Night!?
Tickets for Halifax Civic Trust - Uncanny Halloween Walk - Halloween Night! are priced at £8.30. Live prices and availability are shown on Eventbrite.
Is there anywhere to stay near Halifax Civic Trust - Uncanny Halloween Walk - Halloween Night!?
Yes — hotels within walking distance of Halifax Gibbet can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
How do I get tickets for Halifax Civic Trust - Uncanny Halloween Walk - Halloween Night!?
Tickets for Halifax Civic Trust - Uncanny Halloween Walk - Halloween Night! 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 Halifax Gibbet
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Price
£8.30
Date
Until Saturday, 31 October 2026
Time
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