York Witches and History Walking Tour: Explore the Dark Mysteries of Witchcraft in Medieval York
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York
Discover the dark mysteries of witchcraft in medieval York on this unique and captivating walking tour. Explore the spooky streets and hear tales of the witches of Yorkshire. Dress for the weather and prepare for an enlightening and uplifting experience.
Duration: 1 hour
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Whip-Ma-Whop-Ma-Gate - Marvel at the shortest street with (possibly) the longest name in York
What's Included
  • Entertaining Character Guide
  • Guided Walking Tour
Additional Information

Be among the pioneers to embark on this enjoyable pedestrian voyage. Dare to indulge in an extraordinary treat. This unrivalled and unconventional pedestrian experience encompasses historical lore, emphasizing on those related to witchcraft, the eerie, and the peculiar. Your tour-guide, a vivid witch, will mesmerize you with this intriguing, often informative and ultimately inspiring journey.

Discover the faintly illuminated streets and eerie alleys of York’s medieval Old Town. Pay heed to the dreadful stories of Yorkshire’s Witches while navigating its cobblestone paths. Step cautiously as you traverse the very land where these enigmatic and occasionally ominous incidents took place.

Please remember, this tour takes place outdoors, so dress appropriately for the climate, my dear friends.

Location
Whip-Ma-Whop-Ma Gate
Meet at the street sign for Whip-Ma-Whap-Ma Gate. Arrive 5-10 minutes early to check in for your tour. We are unable to provide refunds for no-shows. The start of the tour cannot be delayed due to operational reasons. If you anticipate running late, please contact us as soon as possible.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Vanessa_s
May 30, 2024
A true gem - I was in York for the day and booked this last minute tour. It was the best part of our day! Our guide was Nix, who was so funny and knowledgeable. And despite the streets being crowded she somehow managed to keep us all together. Highly entertaining, I definitely recommend
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Rennyu2017
May 29, 2024
Trilled but delightful - The storyteller witch 🧙 was mesmerising, we were thrilled and delighted, thank you for making me and my son’s short trip in York enjoyable. We will definitely recommend to friends and family to join the tour and be amused with the story behind this beautiful city
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Santoshk608
May 28, 2024
Engaging and informative. - Florian was knowledgable and engaged the children in the tour and was able to give a rich account of the history hidden in York.
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Emilysx7009jq
May 26, 2024
Great tour - Great walking tour for an hour. Tour guide, Florian was very friendly, engaging and provided a great performance which was entertaining.
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Amy_p
May 25, 2024
Great tour - Cornelius was a fabulous tour guide and gave an interesting tour around York. I learnt lots of new things that I hadn't noticed wandering around by myself
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Pollys820
May 25, 2024
Fabulous tour - Our tour guide Cornelius was fab. It was a great tour, I really enjoyed it. I'd done another walking tour with Bloody Alice the day before, both had fantastic tour guides and 90% of this tour covered different content. Don't feel like you have to limit yourself to one tour, this one is a great choice!
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Happiness44579982119
May 23, 2024
We love Cornelius - Cornelius was absolutely brilliant ! We were lucky enough to be the only two on the tour and it felt like a very special experience, very educational and funny, we had a wonderful time. Thank you Cornelius !! - Mollie and Coral xxx
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622jackieb
May 22, 2024
FABULOUS!!!!! - Cornelius was FANTASTIC!!!! Excellent tour, informative, spooky and funny! We had a great time! Thank you Cornelius, from Mollie and Coral , the aerial instructor and tattooist! 😃😃😃
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Shxnnonrose
May 8, 2024
Friendly & enthusiastic tour! - Florian was excellent! Really recommend this tour, we purchased it on offer via Virgin Experiences and planned our trip around it. Was very interesting and was a lovely walk with breaks to learn about the interesting history of York.
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Kate_d
May 30, 2024
Wouldn't recommend, not... - Wouldn't recommend, not very interesting, felt cringy walking down the street with her. Not enough about York.
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