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. 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: 14th December 2024, 21:00 – 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

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 👻👻

Barleston Hall, Queen Marys Drive, Stoke on Trent, ST12 9AT

Barlaston Hall stands on a hill, overlooking the Trent Valley. It was built in 1756 for Thomas Mills, an attorney from Leek. The design is attributed to Sir Robert Taylor. In 1774 Barlaston Hall featured on one of the dishes of a dinner service produced by Josiah Wedgwood for Empress Catherine II of Russia. Barlaston Hall and estate was later purchased by the Wedgwood family in 1937; they developed a modern factory and village there. In 1937 Josiah Wedgwood and Sons Ltd purchased the 380 acre Barlaston Hall Estate. A new all electric pottery and model village for employees was established and opened in 1940 with railway sidings and a new station, Wedgwood Halt. The coming of Wedgwood did not mar the rural aspect of Barlaston, largely because of the firm deliberately preserved the parkland setting of the works. To this day the approach down to Wedgwood's from all directions and in particular the route passed Barlaston Hall are simply beautiful."

Former HMP Shrewsbury Prison, The Dana, Shrewsbury SY12HP

Well this foreboding building needs no introduction, however just to give you a taster. For many years, Shrewsbury Prison was a place of execution, which in older times was carried out in public and drew huge crowds in an unwholesome festive atmosphere. People used to turn up early to make sure they got a good place and posters were produced as souvenirs. Shrewsbury’s last public hanging was on April 9th 1868 when 35-year-old John Mapp was executed for the murder of a 9-year-old girl, just one month before the end of public executions in England. From 1902-1961, there were eight executions at Shrewsbury Prison. On the 9th February 1961, 21-year-old George Riley was executed by hanging for the murder of a 62-year-old woman. This would be the last execution to take place at Shrewsbury Prison before this form of capital punishment was abolished in 1969. During redevelopment in 1972, the remains of ten prisoners executed at Shrewsbury Prison were dug up. Nine of those prisoners were unrecognisable and were subsequently cremated. The remaining prisoner was identified as George Riley, where his remains were handed over to his relatives. We have the opportunity to see what goes on after dark, and we cant wait ! Note: This maybe a problem with people with mobility problems due to stairs and distance

Next Event: 3rd May 2025, 21:00 – 03:00