Step into the shadows of old Padstow with a costumed guide — real ghost stories, hidden alleys and dramatic tales await.
Led by early 19th-century merchant Thomas Rawlings, this walking tour reveals the secrets behind Padstow’s historic landmarks. Expect vivid storytelling, strange true tales and spooky goings-on — from the past and from locals still spooked today.
From old houses and mansions to a 16th-century coaching inn, medieval St Petroc’s Church and more, experience Padstow’s ghostly side like never before.
Each walk is limited to a maximum of 25 people.
Well-behaved dogs welcome.
Parental guidance is advised for children under 10 due to references to historical punishments and local legends involving death.
There is a short uphill section from the church of about 100 metres. Wheelchair users are welcome, although those using a manual wheelchair may need some assistance on this section.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes.
5 Mill Square, Padstow, United Kingdom
Meet your costumed guide and step back in time as we explore Padstow’s old town on foot. We will be introduced to the spirit of a local merchant, then hear about two haunted inns, including a former coaching inn that once bustled with travellers. Then it's into the old town passing shops with spooks, pubs brimming with tradition and a former music hall. Onwards to the impressive St Petroc’s Church, a centrepiece of Padstow’s medieval past.
Church Street, Padstow, United Kingdom
Explore the shadowed grounds of one of Cornwall’s oldest and most storied churches, plus the land that surrounds it.
Padstow, United Kingdom
Admire the outside the stately Elizabethan house, where legends linger.
5 Mill Square, Padstow, United Kingdom
Heading downhill through twisting alleys we hear more ghostly tales. Returning via the opposite side of the harbour for more stories of hauntings and the oldest building in Padstow. We come full circle for a final gathering and a chilling legend to end your evening.
Meet by this landmark pub on the edge of the harbour, next to the red lifebelt. What3words: blazers.eased.that
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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