Cambridge University Ghost Tour Led By University Alumni

About this experience

Cambridge University Ghost Tour Explore the supernatural side of Cambridge University on this spine-chilling ghost tour led by current or former students who know these ancient halls intimately. Your alumni guide shares centuries-old ghost stories and eerie folklore that have echoed through the university's corridors for generations, combined with personal insights from their time studying in these historic buildings. The tour takes you through Cambridge's most atmospheric locations, including the imposing King's Chapel, ancient college grounds, and secluded passageways where ghostly figures have been spotted. You'll hear chilling accounts of Oliver Cromwell's spirit and other mysterious presences that still roam these grounds, alongside stories of floating horses, spectral sightings, and unexplained phenomena reported by students and visitors. The damp fenland setting and centuries-old architecture create the perfect backdrop for supernatural encounters. This wheelchair-accessible walking tour covers public areas and external locations around the university, offering a unique perspective on Cambridge's darker history. Your guide may even share their own ghostly experiences from studying in these ancient buildings, making this more than just a typical ghost walk. What is Included Live guided tour by current or former Cambridge University students Ghost stories and supernatural folklore from centuries of university history Walking tour of haunted locations around Cambridge University Personal insights and experiences from alumni guides Access to public areas and external college locations Good to Know Duration: Approximately 1.5 to 2 hours of walking through historic streets and pathways. Meeting Point: Confirmed in your booking confirmation. Arrive 10 minutes early to meet your alumni guide. Accessibility: The tour follows a wheelchair accessible route designed for easy access throughout. What to Bring: Dress appropriately for weather conditions and wear comfortable walking shoes. Language: Conducted entirely in English by knowledgeable alumni guides. College Access: The tour explores public areas and external locations only, without entrance to college buildings. After exploring Cambridge's supernatural side, you might want to discover more of the city's fascinating history with a Cambridge walking tour during daylight hours, or venture further afield on a day trip from London to Cambridge to experience both the academic atmosphere and ghostly legends this ancient university city offers.

Highlights

• Led by a Cambridge alumnus with personal knowledge of the buildings
• Hear ghost stories that have echoed through the university for centuries
• Walk through Cambridge's most atmospheric lanes and courtyards after dark
• Uncover eerie folklore passed down through generations of students
• Gain insights only a former student can share about these ancient halls

What is included

• Ghost tour led by a university alumni guide
• Access to atmospheric college grounds
• Ghost stories and folklore from university history

Before you go

Tour Language: The ghost tour is conducted in English by alumni guides Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible route designed for easy access College Access: Tour does not include entrance to college buildings, explores public and external locations only What to Bring: Dress for weather conditions and wear comfortable walking shoes Arrival Time: Please arrive 10 minutes early to meet your guide at the designated meeting point Guide Included: Live guided tour provided by current or former Cambridge University students

Cancellation terms

Cancellation is possible up until your selected timeslot. Rescheduling is possible anytime before your visit.