Otley Ghost Tour

Babies and infants (0-3) go free.

A spine-chilling 1hr walking tour around the seemingly quaint streets of this medieval town.

Discover who hobbles across the cobbles in Otley’s very own historical ghost tour. A spooky walking tour showcasing Otley’s miserable, strange past.

In an uncovering of Otley’s rich history, you are likely to fall in love with this little old town for its past and its present. The tour concludes with a free drink at The Black Horse - one of Otley’s most haunted pubs!

Meet your guide by the clock tower in Otley Market Place.

Bring your spine.

The route:

1. The Clock Tower

Discover the history of Otley’s name, the clock tower, and a rather unusual haunted location.

2. Kirkgate, Navvies Memorial, Parish Church

Find out why there are so many ‘gates’ in Otley, find out the history of our local railway systems, and a ghoulish anecdote about Otley’s Parish Church.

3. Thomas Chippendale’s home

Find out about Otley’s very own historic celebrity: Thomas Chippendale.

4. Mercury Row, The Black Bull, Otley Market Place

The history of our cobbled streets, the oldest pub in Otley and some strange characters who lingered around the Market Place once upon a time…

5. Bay Horse Inn, Otley Courthouse, Cattle Market Street

Haunting tales of local pubs, and a visit to Otley’s old Police Station and Court.

6. Tittybottlepark

Gruesome historic tales of the River Wharfe; the most haunted river in England. Always swim with a buddy.

7. All Saints Church, Clitherow House, The Manor House

What was life like for catholics in the medieval era? Find out about their twisted fates here.

8. The Black Horse Hotel

Learn about the Black Horse’s very own ghost. At the tour’s end, step inside, if you dare… and claim your free drink at the bar. Courtesy of The Otley Ghost Tour.

Child tickets apply to those aged 15 and under.

Please arrive at least 5 minutes early to check in.

No-shows will not be refunded.

This tour runs rain or shine - please come dressed for the weather!

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***** - Tripadvisor: "A wonderful experience Apr 2024 I participated in Spindleshanks' tour with 10 Ukrainian friends. We thoroughly enjoyed the experience. A ghost tour like this was something new for us all. Spindleshanks not only shared juicy, ghoulish anecdotes but also informed us about the history of Otley. She kept us entertained for the the full hour. The free drink was also much appreciated. Try it. You'll not be disappointed."

***** - Tripadvisor: Apr 2024 "Very entertaining and professional. Not just ghost stories but history too. The tour guide was very friendly and informative. She knows Otley really well. Liked the idea of a free drink in the pub at the end too."

***** - Tripadvisor: Just what Otley needed! "Meeting at the ancient Buttercross in the Market Square our Host introduced herself, and after the initial spiel told me, by the end of the tour, I'd wet myself! (Turns out she was right, but not in the way I suspected she meant!) Visiting a number of familiar Otley haunts, we were regaled with not only curious spooky tales, but also interesting history tidbits of places I thought I knew well, being Otley born, but obviously not as well as I thought I did! Kudos to her detailed research! After exactly an hour our merry little band, now socially connected, found ourselves at the also haunted Black Horse, where we could enjoy a free drink thanks to Golden Tokens given to us by our fabulous phantom guide. A wonderful beginning to a lovely night in this little town of Otley. Thoroughly recommended!"

***** - Tripadvisor: "Went too the ghost tour with my boyfriend and my nephew and we all enjoyed it. the lady that was doing it made it so enjoyable she was also quite funny. Would definitely recommend."

***** - Tripadvisor: "Had a great time on this tour and learning all about the local spooky history. Our tour guide was fantastic and very knowledgeable. The walk was really nice, nothing too strenuous and after enjoyed a cider in the pub."

***** - Tripadvisor: "A wonderful experience Apr 2024 I participated in Spindleshanks' tour with 10 Ukrainian friends. We thoroughly enjoyed the experience. A ghost tour like this was something new for us all. Spindleshanks not only shared juicy, ghoulish anecdotes but also informed us about the history of Otley. She kept us entertained for the the full hour. The free drink was also much appreciated. Try it. You'll not be disappointed." ***** - Tripadvisor: Apr 2024 "Very entertaining and professional. Not just ghost stories but history too. The tour guide was very friendly and informative. She knows Otley really well. Liked the idea of a free drink in the pub at the end too." ***** - Tripadvisor: Just what Otley needed! "Meeting at the ancient Buttercross in the Market Square our Host introduced herself, and after the initial spiel told me, by the end of the tour, I'd wet myself! (Turns out she was right, but not in the way I suspected she meant!) Visiting a number of familiar Otley haunts, we were regaled with not only curious spooky tales, but also interesting history tidbits of places I thought I knew well, being Otley born, but obviously not as well as I thought I did! Kudos to her detailed research! After exactly an hour our merry little band, now socially connected, found ourselves at the also haunted Black Horse, where we could enjoy a free drink thanks to Golden Tokens given to us by our fabulous phantom guide. A wonderful beginning to a lovely night in this little town of Otley. Thoroughly recommended!" ***** - Tripadvisor: "Went too the ghost tour with my boyfriend and my nephew and we all enjoyed it. the lady that was doing it made it so enjoyable she was also quite funny. Would definitely recommend." ***** - Tripadvisor: "Had a great time on this tour and learning all about the local spooky history. Our tour guide was fantastic and very knowledgeable. The walk was really nice, nothing too strenuous and after enjoyed a cider in the pub."