Ghosts of Temple Newsam Tour

Carmel Smickersgill, Tours & Activities Editor

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Ghosts of Temple Newsam Tour

Temple Newsam, Leeds
13 May-21 October 2023
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Time
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13 May 2023
11:00 am-12:30 pm
13 May 2023
2:00 pm-3:30 pm
21 Oct 2023
11:00 am-12:30 pm
21 Oct 2023
2:00 pm-3:30 pm

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Temple Newsam are hosting a programme of specialised tours giving brave visitors a deeper look into the stories of the house’s past residents. In their ghost tour you’ll hear about those who met unfortunate ends while they were attached to Temple Newsam. Join them for a spine chilling investigation of the strange happenings, noises and sightings of deceased souls experienced by the staff. Learn the folklore behind the Blue Lady and bring your own superstitions into question while you walk through the historically saturated walls of this magnificent big house.

Tours last between 60 and 90 minutes and start from the Great Hall.

 

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