Brighton, admired for its energy, colourful culture, breath-taking beaches and coastline, also holds a rich collage of horror stories and spooky legends - unveiling a darker side to the Brighton we all know.
Starting from the infamous Royal Pavilion to the eerie spirits and whispers heard in pubs, the city is steeped in narratives that both, frighten and intrigue everyone.
The Ghosts of Brighton: The Chilling Allure of Brighton and its Ghost ‘Tours’
Here are some of the Famous ‘haunted’ places in Brighton:
• The Royal Pavilion: A very long time ago, it was a royal palace and now said to be haunted by the ghost of King George IV, as well as many other royals.
• The Old Steine: A place well known for its haunted parks and public buildings. There have been many reports of incidents here that people like you and me have experienced.
• The Grand Hotel: A remarkable hotel with quite the reputation for ghostly sightings and ‘unusual’ sightings.
Places like the Old Steine and many more, hold immersive ghost tours for anyone and everyone to come along to. Don’t believe the stories? Go have a look for yourself….
Like many places in England, Brighton has a history of dark stories.
During time periods around the 17th century, there were strong allegations of witchcraft happening in Brighton, as well as that, the community suffered under the impact of the Great Plague in 1665, resulting in many deaths and heightened fear.
Maybe their souls still lurk around?
The internationally known, unresolved murder of Mary Ann Nichols, who was believed to be the first victim of Jack the Ripper, offers more reason to believe Brighton is haunted. Her murder took place in London, but her connection to Brighton through her father adds a layer of dark mystery to the city's narrative.
Infamous Ghost Tours
As we’re in the Halloween time period, the horror stories originated in Brighton have once again resurfaced, but this year’s ghost tours seems to have done the trick and given everyone a treat!
"Hearing the tales of the Old Steine and its restless spirits gave me goosebumps. I found myself glancing over my shoulder the entire time!"
"As we stood by the Grand Hotel, I couldn’t shake the feeling that we weren’t alone. The stories of past guests lingered in the air.
As it's Halloween, ff you’re looking for somewhere to go around this spooky time, the ghost tours in Brighton is a MUST.
The tours usually take place later in the day, as darkness cloaks the city, increasing tension in the atmosphere. The blinking lights, ambient sounds such as creepy, blowing winds and creaks in wood allow people to fully immerse themselves in the experience.
Brighton’s ghost tours offer an exciting blend of history, mythology, and supernature. It’s a means of exploring Brighton’s heritage but in a fun or not so fun way; whether you’re interested in history or a thrill-seeker, Brighton’s tours will surely do the trick.
