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A whistle-stop tour of York - the city of 1000 ghosts and the most haunted city in Europe π»π€
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Clifford's Tower, York
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This historic castle keep has stood since the 11th century and is infamous for its dark history, particularly the tragic event in 1190 when over 150 Jewish residents of York, took refuge in the tower when facing violent anti-Semitic persecution. Many chose to commit suicide to avoid falling into the hands of their persecutors. Some set fire to the then-wooden tower and some actually managed to leave the tower under an amnesty, only to be murdered by the attackers.
The tower remains a symbol of this somber chapter in history, reminding visitors of the brutal persecution faced by the Jewish community in York.
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York Minster
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One of the most iconic buildings in York, this stunning and magnificent cathedral has its fair share of ghost stories. York Minster is believed to be haunted by a young man named Dean Gale, who can be seen sitting in the pews, and arsonist Jonathan Martin, who set fire to the cathedral in 1829!
Whether you're a believer or not, this stunning cathedral is still worth visiting and seeing inside.
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Valhalla York
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This cosy and rustic spot pays homage to York's Viking heritage with ales and mead on tap and delicious home-cooked food.
Plus if you enjoy rock music, you'll feel right at home with their rock and metal playlist all day and night!
π Top tip: try one of their tasty platter boards - each of which is named after Viking gods π―
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The Shambles
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The York Ghost Merchants
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Bring home your very own little ghost from this atmospheric shop in the heart of the shambles π»
π Top tip: visit off-peak - or try their smaller shop, Guild Room, just around the corner - to avoid the crowds. Lines can take up to three hours or more otherwise, thanks to the shop's recent viral success on TikTok! Or also visit my guide below for more tips for visiting π
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The Golden Fleece
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The Golden Fleece is said to be haunted by up to 15 different spirits π±π»
The most well-known are Lady Alice Peckett, Geoff Monroe, One Eyed Jack, a grumpy old man and a small child.
π You can also choose to spend the night in one of four guest rooms here. Would you be brave enough?
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Dick Turpins grave
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The infamous highwayman Dick Turpin was tried and executed in York. You can visit his grave today, which is marked with a gravestone that refers to him as both his alias John Palmer and Richard Turpin. A storyboard on-site from the York Dungeon shares more information.
A ghostly figure on horseback is sometimes spotted in this area ππ»
π Top tip: remember to be respectful - there are other graves in this small forgotten cemetery too.
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Clifford's Tower, York
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This historic castle keep has stood since the 11th century and is infamous for its dark history, particularly the tragic event in 1190 when over 150 Jewish residents of York, took refuge in the tower when facing violent anti-Semitic persecution. Many chose to commit suicide to avoid falling into the hands of their persecutors. Some set fire to the then-wooden tower and some actually managed to leave the tower under an amnesty, only to be murdered by the attackers.
The tower remains a symbol of this somber chapter in history, reminding visitors of the brutal persecution faced by the Jewish community in York.
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The Morbid Tourist
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Hey π My name is Louise and The Morbid Tourist is your ultimate guide to weird and wonderful places around the UK and beyond π€
Here you'll find guides and itineraries for dark tourism and spooky travel, including haunted places, historic buildings, spooky graveyards, folklore spots and more.
If you're looking for a spooky adventure - I'm your gal. Here's why π
π I've lived in the UK my entire life - I know not only the best places to visit, but the darker, alternative and less-touristy places too
πͺ¦I'd rather visit a hauntingly beautiful graveyard away from the crowds than popular tourist attractions (although they can be fun too sometimes!)
βοΈ I do my research. I once spent an entire afternoon traipsing through a muddy farm to find a (tiny) historic carving in a brick wall. The spot signified where a butcher was hung for his grisly crimes - and was well worth the find
πΊοΈ Planning is my jam. From Google Spreadsheets overflowing with checklists of must-visit places to in-depth Notion templates about different locations - you can bet I've thought about every last detail of a trip
π» I'm also honest. That pub claiming to be the most haunted in the UK (like every other pub)? It might not be the most haunted but it sure is fun to visit anyway
π€ I'm passionate about morbid and spooky travel. The kind of travel that combines mystery, history, folklore and so much more. Whether you're a believer in the paranormal or not, the experience of visiting somewhere spooky is unlike no other
Whatever you want to call it: dark tourism, legend tripping or just spooky travel, you can find everything you need know here.
Plan a spooky adventure with me today β οΈ
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