Paranormal expert Morgana McGhoul for the Spectre Ghost Tour at Oxford Castle Prison

Spectre Ghost Tour in Oxford

  • 1st Jan - 31st Dec 2026
  • Every Friday, from 18:30
  • Suitable for all ages (under 18s with an adult)
  • Adult £15.75 | Child (Under 18s) £10.50
  • Duration: 90 minutes

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Discover the ghosts of Oxford

Step into the shadows of Oxford and uncover the city's darkest secrets on the Spectre Ghost Tour. This immersive, theatrical walking experience blends spine-chilling storytelling, historical intrigue and live entertainment as you explore Oxford's most haunted locations.

Families will enjoy the humour, friends and couples get a different kind of Friday night out, visitors see a side of Oxford that only appears once the daytime sights have closed, and locals can discover a fresh side to the city they thought they knew. 

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Paranormal expert Morgana McGhoul posing with a lantern for the Spectre Ghost Tour at Oxford Castle Prison

About the Spectre Ghost Tour

Looking for a ghost tour in Oxford?

The Spectre Ghost Tour is a guided evening walking tour through Oxford, starting at Oxford Castle Prison and venturing into the city’s most atmospheric and historic streets. Hosted by paranormal expert Ms Morgana McGhoul, the experience combines storytelling, humour, and light illusions to bring centuries of ghostly legends to life.

The tour runs every Friday throughout 2026, from long summer evenings in Oxford to the crisp autumn and winter nights. It’s a fun addition to a summer night out or a spooky plan for Halloween and October half term.

With over 1,000 years of history behind its setting, the tour reveals tales of apparitions, unexplained events, and chilling folklore tied to Oxford’s past.

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What to Expect

  • A 90-minute guided walking tour through Oxford’s historic streets

  • A costumed, theatrical guide delivering immersive storytelling

  • Spine-tingling ghost stories rooted in real local history

  • Spooky moments balanced with humour, suitable for families

  • Visits to haunted locations and hidden corners of the city

  • A small-group experience (limited capacity for a more personal feel)

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Plan Your Visit

  • When: Every Friday at 18:30

  • Duration: Approximately 1 hour 30 minutes

  • Meeting point: Outside the Oxford Castle Prison Gift Shop. Please see How To Find Us. 

  • Arrival time: Please arrive at least 10 minutes early

  • Tickets: Advance booking is recommended due to limited spaces

  • What to wear: Comfortable shoes and weather-appropriate clothing

  • Accessibility: Suitable for wheelchairs and pushchairs, though surfaces may be uneven

  • Age guidance: Family-friendly; under 18s must be accompanied by an adult

  • Best for: Families, friends, couples, visitors to Oxford and locals

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Frequently Asked Questions

It is a 90-minute theatrical ghost walk through Oxford's historic streets, starting at Oxford Castle Prison. A costumed paranormal guide combines ghost stories, humour and light illusions based on local history.

The experience runs for approximately 90 minutes, including walking between locations.

The Ghost tour begins outside the Oxford Castle Prison Gift Shop. Please arrive at least 10 minutes early. 

Yes. While it includes spooky themes, it’s designed to be family-friendly with plenty of humour.

Advance booking is strongly recommended, as group sizes are limited and tours often sell out.

The tour runs in most weather conditions, so please dress appropriately.

It’s more atmospheric than frightening - expect chills, storytelling, and light-hearted moments rather than intense scares.

Yes, the route is accessible for wheelchairs and pushchairs, though some areas may have uneven surfaces.

Tickets may be available on the day, but this is not guaranteed - booking ahead is advised.

No, this is a separate ticketed experience.

The tour is led by a theatrical paranormal guide who brings Oxford’s ghost stories to life through performance.

Yes. It offers a different kind of evening out in Oxford, with theatrical storytelling and haunted history after the daytime sights have closed.

The Spectre Ghost Tour runs every Friday of the year, including October.

Yes. The Spooky Tour is part of Ghost Fest 2026 at Oxford Castle Prison.

Yes. As part of Ghost Fest 2026, you can pair the Spectre Ghost Tour with the Spooky Tours and our Potion Making Experience, so the whole family can enjoy a Halloween day out in Oxford. See the full Halloween line-up at Ghost Fest 2026. 

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