Sherborne Ghost Walk: Audio Tour of Dorset Oldest Town

Sherborne is a town where there’s history in every ancient stone and lingering shadow. On this atmospheric self-guided audio tour, you’ll discover the supernatural side of this historic Dorset market town, exploring its haunted buildings, eerie alleyways, and the spectral residents who’ve refused to depart. This tour starts at the magnificent Sherborne Abbey, whose 1,300-year-old walls have heard countless prayers and may still harbour a few restless souls. You’ll weave through the narrow streets of the town center, passing the old Bridewell prison, historic coaching inns, and the elegant Sherborne House with its famous blue-tinted apparition. You’ll explore hidden tunnels, ancient almshouses, and even an old laundry home where a young girl’s ghost still moves around on the original floor level. The tour ends at The Conduit, a historic house in the heart of town where local legends tell of executions and rebellion.

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   Sherborne Abbey

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   Marvel at this magnificent 1,300-year-old abbey whose towering walls and Gothic architecture dominate the town center. Discover the restless souls and phantom monks said to still walk these ancient cloisters, their presence felt in the shadowy corners of this sacred space.

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   Stroll through these peaceful gardens overlooking the abbey ruins where supernatural activity has been reported over the centuries. Experience the tranquil beauty that contrasts sharply with the eerie tales of spectral figures glimpsed among the ancient stonework.

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   Pass this historic hall connected to Sherborne's religious heritage and the prominent Digby family. Explore the building's connection to local legends and the supernatural occurrences reported within its Victorian-era walls.

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   Walk through this ancient almshouse where an entire congregation once witnessed a shadowy figure materialise at the altar. Discover the chilling history of this charitable institution where residents and visitors have experienced unexplained phenomena for generations.

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   Explore this historic street where the mysterious "Man in Black" has been spotted lurking in shop doorways. Pass through the heart of medieval Sherborne where phantom figures and ghostly encounters have terrified late-night passersby for centuries.

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   Marvel at this elegant historic house standing in the shadow of the abbey with its own collection of supernatural tales. Experience the atmosphere of a building where the boundaries between past and present seem unusually thin.

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   The Sherborne

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   Pass this historic coaching inn where travellers have rested for centuries and spectral guests may still linger. Discover tales of unexplained occurrences and ghostly apparitions that have made this establishment a focal point of local paranormal legends.

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   Walk by this centuries-old inn where ghostly residents are said to roam the corridors and rooms. Explore the history of phantom sightings in this atmospheric building that has witnessed countless travellers passing through Sherborne's streets.

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   Explore this historic hexagonal structure in the heart of town where local legends speak of executions and rebellion. Discover the dark tales of justice and retribution that have left their mark on this distinctive landmark where the tour concludes.

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    Pass the prestigious boarding school housed in historic buildings, including the former Digby Hotel where strange occurrences began immediately after students moved in. Experience the eerie atmosphere surrounding these educational buildings where unexplained phenomena continue to puzzle residents and staff.

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    Walk past this historic inn where kitchen staff report pots shifting and doors opening by themselves without explanation. Discover one of Sherborne's most actively haunted locations, where supernatural activity remains a daily occurrence in this centuries-old establishment.

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    Stroll down this narrow Victorian lane where a woman's ghostly spirit has terrified late-night passersby for generations. Experience the spine-tingling atmosphere of this shadowy alleyway where witnesses have reported encountering the mysterious apparition that refuses to depart.

• Wheelchair accessible
• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Service animals allowed
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
• All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.