A Ghost Hunt Is A Hauntingly Good Idea For An Offbeat Holiday

For sightseeing with a twist, why not book a tour for a ghost hunt? The UK is rich in history and there are many historic sites with reported sightings of ghosts and activities of a paranormal nature. You can take a sightseeing tour of churches or local pubs any day but actively seeking those things that go "bump in the night" is a unique experience sure to get your blood pumping.

Whether you truly believe in the paranormal or just intrigued by the prospect of "what if," then a paranormal tour with professional ghost hunters and mediums is just the ticket for a memorable, offbeat holiday or event. The castle or historic mansion you may find interesting by day just might be a hotbed of ghostly activity by night, when most paranormal shenanigans take place.

What to Expect

There are a number of places in the UK that offer the perfect setting for a ghost tour, séance, Ouija Board, possible poltergeist activity and more. Castles, gothic mansions, old forts, theatres and plain old haunted houses are often on the agenda when you sign up for a paranormal tour.

Depending on the tour company you hire, a true psychic or medium may lead the way on your journey. Having a guide that can "talk" to the spirits adds another spooky layer of fun on your ghost hunt. Some of the mediums have actually been on television and have proven paranormal experiences to draw from. What better way to experience a ghost than through a professional paranormal expert?

When you take a paranormal tour, you will likely get a brief, informative lesson on various ghost hunting equipment that you will use on your ghost hunting journey. Sound recording tools, still cameras, camcorders and more are just a few of the tools of the trade that may help you detect ghostly phenomena. A historical overview of the location and a walk-through will help you become familiar with the place as well as get a feel for the ambience.

Because you may be navigating through dungeons, cobblestone walks and stairs in the dark or waning light, it is important that you dress comfortably in sensible shoes. Besides avoiding the possibility of tripping or falling, you just might want comfortable shoes to run in if a ghost is on your tail!

While the main thing is having fun on a paranormal tour, you should also keep in mind your safety as well as that of your group. Choose a tour company that has implemented safety precautions such as walkie-talkies, flashlights and a buddy system should a ghost hunt get intense.