Chillingham Castle After Dark
Dates
October 24, 2026
Doors
Early evening
Where
Chillingham Castle
Tickets from
Price range: $7.00 through $75.00
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Guide-supervised
Every vigil led by experienced staff
Date changes
Move night up to 48 hours before*
About this
Event Description
Three exclusive nights inside “Britain’s most haunted castle.”
A 12th-century stronghold near Alnwick, Chillingham Castle has been home to the Grey family since 1246 and is famous for its dungeon and torture chamber. Long marketed as Britain’s most haunted castle and featured on Most Haunted, it carries eight centuries of documented history — and a reputation that draws ghost hunters from across the country.
For three nights only, Haunted Halloween Escape takes the castle after dark. You’ll explore the real Great Hall and Edward I Room by torchlight, browse a courtyard horror market lit by fire pits and lanterns, and — on the Premium and VIP tiers — join small-group vigils inside the genuine dungeon and torture chamber, using real ghost-hunting equipment led by experienced Chillingham guides.
Nothing here is staged and no outcome is ever promised. This is a genuine, uneven, freezing-cold historic building — not a purpose-built attraction. Wrap up warm, bring a torch, and wear flat, sensible shoes.
What’s included
- Family Twilight (all ages, 5–7pm) — a non-scary storytelling tour, a courtyard pumpkin trail and hot chocolate.
- Standard Escape (16+) — the torch-lit castle & grounds tour, courtyard horror market and a welcome mulled cider.
- Premium Vigil (18+) — everything in Standard, plus a small-group vigil in the dungeon and torture chamber, ghost-hunting equipment, and a 3-course candlelit supper in the Minstrels’ Hall.
- VIP Witching Hour (18+, 31 October only, just 20 places) — everything in Premium, plus extended access to 1am, a historian-led talk on the castle’s 800-year history, and an exclusive Haunted Halloween Escape lantern keepsake.
Dates & times
Saturday 24, Thursday 29 & Saturday 31 October 2026.
Gates 6:30pm · torch-lit tour 7:00pm · vigils from 8:15pm · candlelit supper 9:15pm · standard close 10:30pm. VIP Witching Hour continues to 1:00am on 31 October only.
Where
Chillingham Castle, Chillingham, Alnwick, Northumberland, NE66 5NJ. Free on-site parking. The site is rural with no direct rail or bus service — allow extra travel time.
Good to know
- No under-16s admitted after 7:00pm. Premium and VIP tiers are strictly 18+. Photo ID may be requested.
- The castle has steep spiral staircases, uneven floors and very limited step-free access — it isn’t suitable for anyone who struggles with mobility.
- Bring a torch, warm layers and flat shoes. The castle is genuinely cold, dark and uneven underfoot.
- No physical contact takes place; all vigils are guide-supervised, and every activity is optional.
🦇 Early Bird — 30% off all tickets, for a limited time.
What you get
Every ticket includes
On the night
Access & guiding
- Entry to the venue on your chosen night
- Experienced guides with you the whole time
- Small, controlled groups — never a coach party
- Nothing staged, no outcome promised
Before you go
Your ticket
- Unique QR code for every guest
- PDF download, ready to print
- Apple Wallet & Google Wallet
- Resend anytime from My Account
If plans change
Support
- Move night up to 48 hours before*
- Questions answered before the event
- Clear age and access info on every tier
- *Subject to availability
Not sure which
Choose your ticket
Ticket tiers can be named a little differently for each event. Select a tier in the booking panel to see the exact details and live price.
Families & first-timers
Twilight
- Earlier session, lights still up
- Storytelling and a guided walk
- All ages welcome with an adult
The classic night
Standard
- Full after-dark tour of the venue
- Torch-lit, in the real rooms
- Age-restricted — see the ticket option
Most booked
Premium
- Everything in Standard
- Small-group vigil with real equipment
- Longer time in the restricted areas
31 October only
VIP Witching Hour
- Everything in Premium
- Extended late session past midnight
- Strictly limited places
Getting there
Where
Venue
Chillingham Castle
Please allow extra travel time — several of our venues are rural, with limited public transport. Parking details are on your ticket.
Event dates
October 24, 2026
Inside the venue
Gallery
Before you book
Good to know
Age policy varies by tier — check the ticket option you pick. Photo ID may be requested for age-restricted tiers.
Genuine historic buildings. Expect uneven floors and, at some venues, steep stairs and limited step-free access.
Bring a torch, warm layers and flat, sensible shoes. Venues are cold and dark.
No physical contact takes place. All vigils are guide-supervised and every activity is optional.
Still deciding
Questions
Is anything staged?
No. Nothing is staged and no outcome is ever promised. Genuine historic buildings, investigated with structured vigils and traditional techniques.
What happens after I pay?
Your e-ticket is emailed straight away, with a unique QR code per guest. Save it as PDF, add to Apple or Google Wallet, or resend from My Account.
Which ticket should I choose?
Twilight for families, Standard for the full after-dark tour, Premium for a small-group vigil with equipment, VIP for the extended late session on 31 October.
Can I change my date?
Yes, up to 48 hours before, subject to availability on the night you move to.
Do I need experience?
None at all. Guides run every session and stay with your group the whole time.
Book your experience
- Instant e-ticket by email, QR per guest
- Secure card checkout — total confirmed at checkout
- Every activity on the night is optional
Price range: $7.00 through $75.00
Early Bird — 30% off