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Hidden Histories: Ghosts Of The Old Town At Halloween

Hidden Histories: Ghosts Of The Old Town At Halloween

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On 31 October 2026, Leicester Museum & Art Gallery will present "Hidden Histories: Ghosts of the Old Town," a late-night tour led by experienced guide Shaun Knapp. This eerie and enlightening event invites visitors to explore Leicester's historic core after hours, delving into centuries-old tales and legends of restless spirits that have haunted the area for generations. As participants traverse through time from Roman foundations to medieval structures, they will uncover the mysterious past lying beneath today’s bustling streets. Join us for an unforgettable experience that blends history with the supernatural.

With tour guide Shaun Knapp

Dare you explore Leicester’s Old Town after dark? Beneath the modern bustle lie Roman foundations, medieval buildings and centuries of unresolved history. Step into a world of mystery, folklore and the unexplained as you wind your way through narrow passageways and dimly lit streets as chilling tales emerge of restless spirits, ghostly apparitions and legends that refuse to stay buried. Visit places where footsteps are heard with no one there, where shadows move of their own accord and where disembodied voices are said to whisper secrets into the cold night air…

IMPORTANT You will be told the tour start location on the Booking Details PDF which will be sent by email once you have purchsed your ticket (the tour does not start at Leicester Museum & Art Gallery)

Ghosts of the Old Town at Halloween - Guided

Saturday

Your guide, Shaun Knapp, is the author of High Flying Around (I & II) and Mods Two City Connection. He was also co-curator of the Mods Shaping a Generation and Punk Rage and Revolution exhibitions which were recently held at Leicester Museum. Shaun previously worked for the museum service, helped establish the guided walks program for Leicester and has first-hand experience of strange ghostly happenings, hauntings and occurrences within Leicester City Centre.

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Hidden Histories: Ghosts Of The Old Town At Halloween takes place on Saturday, 31 October 2026.

Hidden Histories: Ghosts Of The Old Town At Halloween is held at Leicester Museum & Art Gallery in Leicester (53 New Walk, Leicester, LE1 7EA).

Tickets for Hidden Histories: Ghosts Of The Old Town At Halloween can be booked via visitleicester.info using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.

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