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Blackgate Paranormal are an experienced team of paranormal investigators, leading the most exciting ghost hunting experiences in the Cheshire area.
30 East Drive, Pontefract, West Yorkshire, WF82AN
Dare you stay for any length of time in the scariest and most popular haunted venue in Yorkshire, deemed to have avid poltergeist activity? The poltergeist, later to become known as the Black Monk of Pontefract, began disturbing the Pritchard family in 1966 very soon after they first moved into the property. This was the start of many ‘happenings’ that was to show prevalence for years to come that made the house famous. The run down ex council house situated on a non-descript part of an estate has been voted the ‘most haunted house in Britain’ and is said to be haunted by a monk from the nearby Cluniac Monastery who was hung for rape and murder on nearby gibbet in the 16th century and flung down a well, the strange thing is the property is said to be a little damp inside and was found to be situated over the ancient well the monk is said to be thrown. DISABLED ACCESS: This is a typical semi detached house, ground floor is accessible by wheelchair with stairs to the upper floor Please bring your own mug, we are now environmentally friendly. Blackgate paranormal ceramic mugs are for sale for 7.50 NOTE; the date is Saturday 17th May 25
Next Event: 13th May 2024, 20:00 – 04:00
Mill Street Barracks, St Helens, WA102BB
This is a venue NOT TO MISS, we’re very excited, Mill Street Barracks has oodles of of history from nuns, to soldiers and dark masses and unexplained sounds and are said to be aroused when wartime songs and sirens are played throughout the building. Many soldiers are said to frequent these barracks with investigators reporting seeing apparitions of soldiers walking through the rooms and their presence is often accompanied by poltergeist type activity. A solider believed to be called James or Jack is said to haunt the barracks and paranormal groups have reported him to have an eye for women. It is said that if he is attracted to the woman he has a habit of grabbing and inappropriately touching them. If it a woman that he finds less attractive he is said to try to scare them and physically push them. He is said to only interact with female investigators and believes himself to be superior to other men and will ignore and not react to their requests. A black, three legged dog named Bruce, who lived at the barracks, often seen and is believed to be looking for his master. At times he is also heard growling from a silent, darkened room. As if this wasn’t enough, in the cellar, a sinister dark shadow has often been reported and has resulted in guests being literally scared stiff and unable to move through fear and shock. Join The team if you dare Small deposit secures this event, with drinks and snacks for the duration of the evening Use of all the ghost hunting equipment. Table tipping, seances, Ouija boards, dowsing rods and much more DISABLED ACCESS: stairs to the cellar and upper floors Please bring your own mug, we are now environmentally friendly. Blackgate paranormal ceramic mugs are for sale for 7.50
Next Event: 8th June 2024, 20:00 – 02:00
Chester Castle, Grosvenor Street, Chester, CH12DN
“Delighted to have total exclusivity to bring this awesome building for investigation with Blackgate Paranormal” The beautiful 12th century castle in the heart of Chester, a true hidden gem that has never formally been investigated from a paranormal perspective. There have been numerous EVPS, sightings, footsteps, and feelings of being watched in the grounds. The site of the castle still holds the footprint that founded by William the Conqueror in 1070 There are many parts of the medieval castle still visible, though much has changed over time. The Agricola Tower, or original gate house, which holds the chapel of St Mary de Castro founded by the 6th Earl of Chester Ranulf de Blodeville in 1210, which contains the remnants from wall paintings from 1240. The whole remains of the castle is steeped in history and ready for more visitors after dark. Please Note the 28th October Booking is our Halloween weekend. Ghost stories from the castle told in the guard room whilst waiting for our hot Pizza to arrive for dinner Some key areas maybe difficult for the mobility impaired. Drinks and snacks throughout the event will be available. On site car parking available. We will be outside for some of the investigations so please dress accordingly. Note: There are no toilets within the building for use, we have hired a Portaloo for your use. Note; INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY; We ask please, any information captured from the event regarding audio or visual is not shared on social media without the permission if English Heritage Please bring your own mug, we are now environmentally friendly. Blackgate paranormal ceramic mugs are for sale for 7.50
Next Event: 4th May 2024, 21:00 – 02:00
Borwick Hall, Carnforth, LA61JU
WHEY HEY ............. WE ARE BACK, HALLOWEEN WEEKEND OPTIONAL SLEEPOVER Saturday 26th October 2024 small deposit secures Situated in the heart of Borwick Village, just 2 miles off junction 35 of the M6. The main hall sleeps 41 over 14 bedrooms. The building itself is is 16th Century Manor House Grade 1 Listed. A must for any paranormal investigator ....... This building has a long a colourful history and it wont come as any surprise most of it still resides. People have complained of cries and moans from rooms and when investigating it is documented that some people have seen the apparition of a male standing at the end of a corridor . A white lady is said to haunt the tower apparently she was held captive by her father until she agreed to marry a man she didn't love, her heart was destined for another and she sadly died of starvation due to her father not setting her free, amongst others that failed to leave this amazing building You will be with the Team from Blackgate Paranormal Not ideal of those with mobility problems due to stairs
Next Event: 26th October 2024, 18:00 – 02:00
County Police Station, Court and Cells. 66 Castle Street, Bolton. BL21AE
OMG What an awesome location. This grade II listed building has seen many a drama and will have lots to tell. Purpose built Bolton County Law Court was opened on Castle Street in The Haulgh Bolton on November 6th 1876 and boasts a police station, The courts closed in 1974 and the building was taken over by Greater Manchester Police and remained active until 2006 it is said that, and we are soon to find out what unsuspecting entities lurk in the cells in the dead of night. The cells and original court room have been preserved in time along with original windows, courtroom dock, public gallery and the residual energies of hardened criminals providing that perfect backdrop to freezing time Join the team in conducting you own investigations and finding out more about the people to are unable to leave NOTE: PLEASE WRAP UP WARM, THE BUILDING HAS NO HEATING !!!!!! Please bring your own mug, we are now environmentally friendly. Blackgate paranormal ceramic mugs are for sale for 7.50
Next Event: 15th June 2024, 20:00 – 02:00
Euturia Hall, Stoke On Trent
BGP are delighted to bring you Etruria Hall - home of Josiah Wedgwood to spend a number of hours exploring the depths of this fabulous house This house was originally built for Josiah Wedgwood in c1770. He was born in 1730, into a family of potters. Josiah went on to become one of towns greatest potters. He vastly improved the quality of everyday pottery. He also ensured that his workmen and their families could live in decent housing close to the factory. When he died here on 3rd January 1795 he left a thriving business and a fortune to his children. One of the most famous ghost sightings at Etruria Hall is that of a woman in a white dress who has been seen walking through the gardens. Another of the reported ghosts at Etruria Hall is that of a young girl who is believed to have drowned in the nearby canal. Guests and staff members have reported seeing the ghostly apparition of the girl, and some have claimed to have heard her giggling or crying. Some people have also reported hearing strange noises, feeling cold spots, and experiencing other unexplained phenomena at the mansion. This has only been investigated a handful of times and has a lot of history ready to be unturned DISABLED ACCESS: This is building is accessible to wheelchair users apart from the cellar area Please bring your own mug, we are now environmentally friendly. Blackgate paranormal ceramic mugs are for sale for 7.50
Next Event: 21st June 2024, 20:00 – 02:00
Keighley Underground Shops, Royal Arcade, Low St, BD213AQ
OMG what can we say about this awesome venue, who knew the Edwardian shops were still underneath the royal arcade, it really is going back in time and BGP have secured two dates for you lovely lot. April 20th 2024 and July 20th 2024, join the team in investigating the depths of this underground maze of shops Butterfield had been a partner in Gott & Butterfield’s iron mongers who had been tenants at the arcade since at least 1919. Their shop was once described as an ‘Aladdin’s cave’ selling household goods, bicycles and camping equipment and the whole arcade was popularly known as ‘Butterfield’s Arcade’. Once the cellars had been partially cleared it became apparent that there was a complete lower level arcade of shops below ground along both sides of an underground ‘street’. Some of the shops still have their glass windows intact, together with front doors, letterboxes and door numbers. The team have already completed an investigation and wow what results, shadows, feeling of being watched, good strong evidence on the board and the electronic devices getting hit after hit. join the team, drinks and snacks and all equipment provided. Please bring your own mug, we are now environmentally friendly. Blackgate paranormal ceramic mugs are for sale for 7.50
Next Event: 20th April 2024, 20:00 – 02:00
Sleap Airfield, Shrewsbury, SY43HE
Sleap Airfield is an ex-Royal Air Force airfield located near Wem, Shropshire, England. It was opened in 1943 and used by RAF advanced flying training. Initially, it was the base for No. 81 Operational Training Unit equipped with Armstrong Whitworth Whitley bomber aircraft Sleap became a main training base for Horsa gliders towed by Whitleys and Stirling bomber aircraft in 1944 According to local legend, the control tower at Sleap Airfield is haunted by the innocent victims of a fateful night during World War II. The tower building was damaged in a crash, and four crew members and two WAAFs who were on duty in the building were killed. Whether you believe in ghosts or not, being alone in the control tower building on a cold, dark blustery evening does sometimes make the hair on the back of your neck stand up! Artefacts recovered from fatal accidents and the control tower where two tragedies struck in quick succession in 1943 Drinks, snacks, use of equipment and of course our fabulous hosts on hand to welcome you to this awesome venue. Please don't forget your cups/mugs. should you wish to purchase a Blackgate Mug please drop me a line i shall bring some with me this event is 7.30 - 12am
Next Event: 14th September 2024, 19:30 – 00:30
Beaumaris Gaol, Steeple Lane, Angelsey, LL58 8EP
At the heart of the beautiful seaside town of Beaumaris stands a foreboding Victorian former gaol, with a dark past. Beaumaris Gaol has a brutal reputation involving inmates being beaten and forced to live in squalor. It was first built in 1829 and expanded in 1867. Those who have worked there have reported several instances of ghostly activity with stories of disembodied voices, shadow figures, and poltergeist activity. Although there are stories of countless condemned wailing souls wandering its dark corridors and cells, legend has it that the most common spirit is a former jailer who likes to knock on doors and whistle as if he’s doing his routine checks on the inmates. Inmates were chained, whipped, made to break rocks, and spend days in dark isolation cells. The gaol was also one of the last working penal treadmills in Britain, they were forced to walk up steps that were set into two cast iron wheels, which drove a shaft that helped pump water throughout the prison. They would walk all day long, and any unfortunate soul that couldn’t remain standing was severely punished. One known hanging was that of Richard Rowlands, in 1862. He was sentenced to death for the killing of his father-in-law, however, he pleaded his innocence right until the end. He and others are buried within the walls of the gaol, but the exact location is a mystery Legend has it he put a curse on the nearby church clock from the gallows right before he was let loose. He foretold that as he was innocent, the four faces of the church clock will never show the correct time and to this day they never have. On the central staircase, people have claimed you can sometimes hear him clinking his keys on the metal handrails as he makes his way down. Allegedly, the sound of shuffling feet is often heard outside the cell when nobody’s there, and people have reportedly been touched, as well as hearing disembodied whispers when in the cells alone.
Next Event: 29th June 2024, 20:00 – 02:00
The Castle, Halton, Runcorn, WA7 2BE
For over 900 years, Halton Castle has stood stoically overlooking the town of Runcorn, a dramatic symbol of strength and protection, but also fear in the eyes of those who would be tried and executed here. Used as a courthouse for centuries, the pub has the original 300+-year-old prison cells in the basement, and the courtroom was based on the first floor (NOTE: The cells cannot be accessed due to them being filled in) Criminals would be held in the underground cells beneath the courthouse, tried on the upper floors, marched down the staircase at the front of the building and hung from the gallows on the hill opposite. Two human skeletons were unearthed on the castle grounds (pictures in the courtroom) and a common sighting of a lady in a long white dress walking along the perimeter of the castle and up the stone steps. This same woman is also known to frequent the town as well, with locals spotting her in several different locations, witnesses have also seen a dark figure walking out from one of the solid stone walls of the castle. We have exclusive access to the castle grounds (weather permitted) , where more and more historical information is being uncovered by the new owner Previously people have reported being tapped by unseen hands, voices coming from empty areas of the pub, sudden cold blasts of air, and glasses moving of their own volition, are just some of the reports that have become common here. Join the team at Blackgate Paranormal on on investigation at the amazing historical venue where we explore the castle grounds, the cellar what was access to the gallows at the front of the courthouse, the judges chamber and the main courtroom as was, this ghost hunters is NOT one to miss 👻👻
Next Event: 27th July 2024, 20:00 – 02:00
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