Cambridge University Ghost Hunt and History Tour

Explore one of the most haunted cities in the country and uncover the chilling history of Cambridge on our 60-minute ghost tour. Wander through eerie streets where ghostly apparitions have been reported for centuries. Hear tales of the restless spirit that haunts a local pub and the ghost of Oliver Cromwell, said to linger at Sidney Sussex College. Be intrigued by the strange occurrences at Peterhouse that made headlines nationwide.
This walking tour is conducted in English and takes place outdoors. **Indoor access to structures is not included unless specifically booked as an additional option.** For possible entry to specific colleges, we recommend arranging this in advance.

Meeting Point

Cambridge Alumni Tours

King’s College, King's Parade, Cambridge CB2 1SJ, UK

Gather outside the entrance of King’s College on King's Parade.
Your guide is in royal blue attire, such as a jacket, cap, beanie, or polo shirt with a shielded crest. If you're having trouble finding them, please, approach anyone in this attire and kindly ask.

What's included:

• Led By University Alumni Guides wearing blue hat or blue coat with the coat of arms of Alumni Tours
• Learn about ghosts, witches and gruesome happenings in Cambridge
• Visit ghost sighting locations

What to expect:

Duration: 1 hour

King's Parade

King's Parade, Cambridge CB2, UK

Meet our manager at the meeting point (blue flag) at the entrance of King's college on King's Parade to spend an hour discovering the supernatural side of Cambridge.
Along with your Alumni guide, go in search of ghosts around the city and outside College buildings. The long history of Cambridge and the university make it a perfect place to hear the myths and legends, and maybe even spot a ghost yourself!

10 minutes

Clare College

Clare College Trinity Lane, Cambridge, CB2 1TL

Find the origin of the phrase ‘the skeleton in the cupboard’, and the ghost upset by it!

5 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Trinity College

31 Trinity Street, , Cambridge, CB2 1TB

Hear about some of the attempts to make ghost spotting a scientific endeavour; appropriate for the most scientifically distinguished college!

5 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Cambridge Market Square

Market Hill, , Cambridge, CB1 0SS

Learn how witches were dealt with in a supposedly educated city, and find out what sort of meat was burning in the marketplace in years gone by…

5 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

The Haunted Bookshop

9 St Edward's Passage, Cambridge CB2 3PJ, UK

Listen to your guide describe how this shop got its name, and see a new side to a classic sweet treat

5 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Eagle

Bene't St, Cambridge CB2 3QN, UK

Why does the upper floor of the pub always have a draft? It’s not as simple an answer as you may think!

5 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Corpus Christi College

Trumpington Street, Cambridge, CB2 1RH

A hotspot for ghost sightings in Cambridge, there are stories here from the 1600s to the modern day!

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Peterhouse

Trumpington Street, Cambridge, CB2 1RD

One of the most modern hauntings in the city, hear about the story which made the national news. Finally, learn what to do if you hear a panting hound behind you!

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included