Dunster Ghost Walk

09/09/2023

Historical walking tours, ghost walks and other paranormal themed events based in Somerset

04/09/2023

👻 Dunster Ghost Walk (Video Teaser) 👻

Are you brave enough to join us this October? 🎃

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01/09/2023

🎃👻 With Halloween on the horizon its time to secure your place on the Dunster Ghost Walk! 👻🎃

This event proved very popular last year with participants thoroughly enjoying the combination of history and paranormal and opportunity to get involved with some ghost hunting for themselves at a very haunted location.

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During this event you will hear intriguing (and often gruesome) stories from the history of the town and its people. We also will look at some the oldest parts of Dunster and talk about ghost sightings from those areas.

We will also make use of various "ghost-hunting" devices and attempt to communicate with any spirits that might want to communicate with us. You will have the option to get involved with some ghost hunting for yourself. For any participants feeling particularly brave we have a couple of experiments that you can try.

Our events have been described as the perfect combination of history and paranormal. We have received much great feedback on all of our events, be sure to see this for yourself on the Extours page. You can also see reviews from the Dunster Ghost Walk last year on the Dunster Ghost Walk page, lots of people had some very interesting and intriguing experiences.

For booking just head to www.extours.co.uk

October 2023:
Wed 4th: 6pm - 8pm - 10pm
Fri 6th: 6pm - 8pm - 10pm
Sat 7th: 6pm - 8pm - 10pm
Wed 11th: 6pm - 8pm - 10pm
Sun 15th: 6pm - 8pm - 10pm
Wed 18th: 6pm - 8pm - 10pm
Fri 20th: 6pm - 8pm - 10pm
Sat 21st: 6pm - 8pm - 10pm
Wed 25th: 6pm - 8pm - 10pm
Sun 29th: 6pm - 8pm - 10pm
Mon 30th: 6pm - 8pm - 10pm
Tues 31st: 6pm - 8pm - 10pm

As spaces are limited early booking is advised in order to avoid disappointment. We also cater for private groups so if you have 12 or more people wanting to join this will be your own private ghost walk.

Be sure to like and follow us at Extours for further updates and information.
The event will last for 90 minutes.

With the 6pm and 8pm events open to those aged 10+ years of age this will make a great event to enjoy with the whole family (parental discretion is advised due to the nature the event and use of real paranormal investigation devices). Please note: must be accompanied by an adult if under 18 - the 10pm walk is reserved exclusively for those aged over 18.

Tickets are just £11.50 per person (when booking online 50p booking fee applies).
Spaces are limited to ensure the best experience is had by those who are taking part therefore advance booking is essential.

05/08/2023

The Dunster Ghost Walk will be back in October! After so many amazing nights last year I cannot wait to get back here. Be sure to follow us at Extours for further details and updates.

You will hear intriguing (and often gruesome) stories from the history of the town and its people. We will look at some of the oldest parts of Dunster and talk about ghost sightings from the area. We will also make use of various "ghost-hunting" devices and attempt to communicate with any spirits that might want to communicate with us. You will have the option to get involved with some ghost hunting for yourself. For any participants feeling particularly brave we have a couple of experiments that you can try.

Our events have been described as the perfect combination of history and paranormal. We have received much great feedback recently, be sure to see this for yourself on the Extours page. You can also see reviews from the Dunster Ghost Walk last year on the Dunster Ghost Walk Facecook page, many people had some very interesting experiences.

October 2023:
Wed 4th: 6pm - 8pm - 10pm
Fri 6th: 6pm - 8pm - 10pm
Sat 7th: 6pm - 8pm - 10pm
Wed 11th: 6pm - 8pm - 10pm
Sun 15th: 6pm - 8pm - 10pm
Wed 18th: 6pm - 8pm - 10pm
Fri 20th: 6pm - 8pm - 10pm
Sat 21st: 6pm - 8pm - 10pm
Wed 25th: 6pm - 8pm - 10pm
Sun 29th: 6pm - 8pm - 10pm
Mon 30th: 6pm - 8pm - 10pm
Tues 31st: 6pm - 8pm - 10pm

This event proved to be extremely popular last year. As spaces are limited early booking is advised in order to avoid disappointment. We also cater for private groups so if you have 12 or more people wanting to join this will be your own private ghost walk.

Be sure to like and follow us at Extours for further updates and information.

The event will last for 90 minutes.

The 6pm walk is open to under 18s as long as accompanied by an adult.

Tickets are just £11.50 per person (when booking online 50p booking fee applies).

Spaces are limited to ensure the best experience is had by those who are taking part therefore advance booking is essential.

05/08/2023

Anyone wanting to join the Dunster Ghost Hunt, head over to the Extours homepage for details and booking 👻👻👻

👻 Who else is excited to join us for the Dunster Ghost Hunt which is starting next week?! If you would like to join and haven't already secured your place then what are you waiting for? But be quick, many time slots are now fully booked! 👻

This will be a great event for those who are not necessarily interested in history but want to get involved with an Extours paranormal experience. Or maybe you have joined me for an event at Dunster in the past and would like to experience the paranormal side of the very haunted area again without the addition of the history.

During this event we visit locations in the area that are known to be haunted and carry out our own paranormal investigations at these locations. You will learn of numerous ghost sightings that have been recorded in these areas over the years, some are also backed up with historical ghost-lore. There is no better place for it, after running paranormal events all over Somerset it is safe to say that Dunster is without doubt the most haunted location that I cover.

No experience in paranormal investigating is necessary, everything will be provided and its use explained to you. We will make use of various "ghost-hunting" devices and attempt to communicate with any spirits that might want to communicate with us. For any participants feeling particularly brave we have a number of experiments that you can try including the estes method.

Our events have received much great feedback recently, please be sure to check this out for yourself at Extours. While you are there, be sure to give us a follow for updates, information and other interesting stuff!

Current availability:

Friday: August 11th: 8pm
Saturday: August 12th: 8pm
Saturday: August 26th: 8pm and 10pm (3 spaces)

Friday: September 8th: 7pm and 9pm
Saturday: September 9th: 7pm and 9pm
Saturday: September 23rd: 7pm and 9pm

🎟️ Secure Your Spot: Booking is quick and secure. Visit www.extours.co.uk/booking to select your preferred date and time. Completing the booking takes just a moment. Upon confirmation, you'll receive an email with all the necessary details.

We can cater for private groups so if you have a large group wanting to join then give us a message and we can get you booked on to your own private Dunster Ghost Hunt.

The event will last for 90 minutes.

With an awareness that many under the age of 18 have an interest in paranormal investigating and would love the opportunity to get involved I have decided that we will allow under 18's at parents discretion (please be aware we will be using a range of devices in order to actively communicate with spirits).

At just £11.50 per person, tickets for this interactive experience are great value (when booking online 50p booking fee applies).

Spaces are limited to ensure the best experience is had by those who are taking part therefore advance booking is essential.

08/04/2023

05/04/2023

Historical Walking Tour of Clicket

Often referred to as the Lost Village of Exmoor this settlement was abandoned in Victorian times. It it thought to have been inhabited for at least 700 years! Parking for this event is approximately 10 minutes drive from Dunster. The walk will begin from the parking location and will be led by Bobbie who knows the area very well. Availability can be found below.

The settlement is located in an isolated valley of Exmoor, it is a steep walk down and will take about 15 minutes to get to Clicket where you will be welcomed by the remains of the buildings that were once inhabited by the people of Clicket. Being set in such an isolated area there is not a great amount of written historical information. Although we have done much research and uncovered a number of stories that relate to the area, its buildings and the people of Clicket to tell you about as you explore this enchanting place.

April availability:
Thursday 20th: 2pm (4 spaces)
Sunday 23rd: 12pm - 2pm (3 spaces)

May availablity:
Thursday 11th: 12pm - 2pm
Thursday 25th: 12pm - 2pm

June availability:
Thursday 15th: 12pm - 2pm
Sunday 18th: 12pm - 2pm
Thursday 22nd: 12pm - 2pm
Thursday 29th: 12pm - 2pm

The booking process is very simple: just contact us with your selected time and date on any of the following:

The Extours page
Call or message us directly on 07468564089
Visit the website www.extours.co.uk

We will get back to you as soon as we can to confirm the date and time. You can then make the payment safely and securely through the website or the payment can be made directly via bacs transfer or Paypal which will allow you to avoid 50p in fees. Upon receipt of payment you will receive a message with confirmation details.

Be sure to like and follow us at Extours for further updates and information.

The event will last for at least 90 minutes

Families are welcome to join. However, given the nature of this event and the walking involved it wont be suitable for pushchairs or toddlers. Unfortunately, given the location it is also not suitable for those who have mobility issues.

Tickets are £7.50 per person. Under 18 £5. Under 13 free of charge

17/03/2023

Pirates of Lundy and a brave Watchet sailor who fought their leader

An interesting period in our history that is rarely spoken of is how from the time of the reign of Elizabeth I the island of Lundy was held by numerous groups of pirates. During the 17th century Barbary pirates from the north coast of Africa captured and held Lundy and used it as somewhat of a base of operations. You would be forgiven for assuming that the pirates were here to gain wealth from robbing supplies from the numerous boats that would have passed Lundy on their way up the Bristol Channel. Records point out that the leader of the group of pirates during the first part of the 17th century lived like a king from the supplies that his men had plundered ships, so they clearly gained much wealth from these ships. However, this was not their main target. In fact, the reason the pirates were here during this period was to feed the growing slave trade back in Africa.

Yes, that’s correct, long before the American Slave Trade was ever established English people were being captured from all over the coastline of Somerset, Devon and Cornwall by pirates who originated from Africa. It is recorded that by the 1650s there were at least 20,000 English people held in bo***ge In North Africa. It is a fascinating period in history that had a massive effect on many families from the West Country. Many were left in poverty when fishermen who provided an income for their families never returned. It also had a big psychological effect on people, during this period many refused to go out to sea to fish through fear of being captured. There is a record in existence which shows how one man from Cornwall exclaimed “he would rather live in poverty than risk being taken by the pirates”.

It is recorded in 1608 how a Watchet sailor called George Eskott was captured while out at sea by a notorious and bloodthirsty pirate gang and held on the island of Lundy. At this point the island was held by the wicked Thomas Salkeld, it is said that he lived like a king on the island, feasting and drinking on all of the supplies that he and his men had taken. Being faced with a life of bo***ge the brave George Escott decided he would fight back against the pirates. After biding his time he planned a revolt with some other prisoners which was carried out successfully. George fought the pirates with only a shovel but managed to break Thomas Salkeld’s arm and escape Lundy! And yes, this really happened! George returned to Watchet a hero. There is a document in existence from James I who gives his thanks to George and awards him a pension of 18 pence a day for his efforts.

Pictured is Lundy Castle during the late 18th century. It is thought that the first castle was constructed on the island during the reign of Henry III.

If you enjoyed this read please give us a like and a follow at Extours which will help to spread the story further so others are able to read it. We also have other interesting reads on the Extours History Blog www.extours.co.uk. If you would like to know more fascinating stories from the history of the Watchet then be sure to join the Watchet Ghost Walk which is starting next Month

14/03/2023

Join us for a unique opportunity to explore this old chapel and get involved with a paranormal investigation at a truly spectacular location. The history of this building goes back over 800 years! Connected to an abbey that housed Cistercian monks for over 350 years and built on the site of a sacred well that is thought to have been important in Celtic times, to say this chapel is an old building would be an understatement!

During this event we will make use of various devices that you would expect to see on a paranormal investigation. You will also have the opportunity to get involved and use these. We don’t use Ouija boards or other certain devices that are related to the more sinister side of paranormal investigations as some people attending these events don’t want to be involved in that side of things. For the braver members of the group there will be some experiments that we will use such as the estes method and we would also like to carry out some individual experiments if there is anyone brave enough to attempt this alone!

The chapel is a cosy building with ample seating and is located at Washford in Somerset (About 10 minutes from Minehead – approximately 30 minutes from Taunton and Bridgwater). There are kitchen and toilet facilities available.

Whether you are someone who is interested in the idea of getting involved in a paranormal investigation but never had the opportunity or a seasoned ghost hunter looking for a great location to hold your own investigation this will make the perfect experience for you.

We will run 2 events per evening, each will run for 2.5 hours although if you would like to then you are more than welcome to attend for the whole 5 hours.

2.5 hours - £23.50
5 hours - £45

If you choose to book for 5 hours the event will run from 7pm until midnight (12am)

2.5 hour bookings start at 7pm and 9.30pm

Current availability in March:
19th 7:00 - 9:30
23rd 7:00

Our events have received a lot of great feedback. Many people have shared their amazing experiences on our page, be sure to check out their reviews

Like and follow us at Extours for further updates and information on our events.

Spaces are limited to ensure the best experience is had by those who are taking part therefore advance booking is essential.

For bookings or any queries please contact us on the Extours page. This is easily found by just searching for "Extours" on Facebook. Alternatively you can call or message us directly on 07468 564089. Or you can visit the website www.extours.co.uk.

Bookings can be paid for safely and securely through our website www.extours.co.uk although contacting us directly is encouraged to avoid paying extra booking fees. If you do use the website to book it is important to call first and ensure there is availability for your chosen date and time.

14/03/2023

👻 Watchet Ghost Walk 👻

From smugglers and saints to pirates and parliamentarians, the history of the ancient harbour town of Watchet is fascinating and full of intriguing stories. If you would like to learn more then join us for the Watchet Ghost Walk 👻

Our unique events have been described as the perfect combination of history and paranormal. You will learn of various ghost sightings and other intriguing stories that have been recorded over the years. You will also have the opportunity to use some "ghost hunting" devices. If you're lucky (and brave) enough you might even get to meet some of the areas previous inhabitants

The duration of this event is 90 minutes although can occasionally go over. Spaces are limited to ensure the best experience is had by those who are taking part therefore advance booking is essential.

Availability:

Friday April 7th: 6pm - 8pm
Wednesday April 12th: 6pm - 8pm - 10pm
Wednesday April 19th: 8pm - 10pm
Wednesday April 26th: 6pm - 8pm - 10pm
Saturday May 20th: 6pm - 8pm - 10pm

Like and follow our page for further updates and information on our events.

The 6pm walk is open to 13+ as long as accompanied by an adult.

Tickets are £10 per person.

The booking process is very simple: just contact us with your selected time and date on any of the following:

The Extours page
Call or message us directly on 07468 564089
Visit the website www.extours.co.uk

We will get back to you as soon as we can and guide you through the booking process which is very straight forward and will only take a couple of minutes, we have a number of payment methods available.

Bookings can be paid for safely and securely through our website although contacting us directly is encouraged to avoid booking fees. If you do use the website to book it is important to call first and ensure there is availability for your chosen date and time.

22/02/2023

With all of the excitement surrounding the dragon in Taunton I thought I would say a little bit about the history of the dragon and its place in the history of Somerset.

The dragon symbol is believed to be of Celtic origin and its thought to have been the emblem carried into battle by early Britons in battles with the Romans. Later it is thought to have been adopted by Romano-British people following the fall of the Roman Empire. It is recorded that in 655AD the dragon symbol was used as the emblem by the King of Gwynedd and was known as the Red Dragon of Cadwaladr.

The Anglo-Saxons arrived in the 5th century, there is some debate as to whether whether they invaded or were initially invited over by the Romano-British to help fight of Celtic tribes who were previously kept in check by the Roman military. Regardless of whether they were invited or not, following a series of battles the Saxons eventually settled and established a number of kingdoms.

Known as the Dark Ages there is little written historical evidence from this period which over the years has led to the establishment of many myths such as that of King Arthur. It is well known that by the late 8th century the Vikings were raiding and plundering Saxon settlements along the coastline. By the 9th century not only had the Vikings settled in England they had also established their rule over the majority of the Saxon kingdoms (known as Danelaw). At this point only one Saxon kingdom remained, the Kingdom of Wessex. Wessex was ruled by Alfred the Great and contemporary historical evidence shows that Alfred adopted the dragon emblem to represent Wessex. After a number of battles with the Vikings and establishment of the burh (where we get the modern word for borough) and England's first primitive navy (earning Alfred the title of “Father of the English Navy”) not only did he save Wessex but he claimed back much land that was previously lost to the Vikings.

I have merely touched upon the surface of this period in Somersets history but just wanted to give a little background to the dragon's association with Somerset for those who aren't aware. I find it fascinating and every time I see the dragon emblem whether it's on a flag or on a statue such as that new one in Taunton I can't help but think of King Alfred and his struggles against the Vikings and how we have him to thank for the continued use of the dragon to this day.

If you would like to learn more about the amazing history of Somerset be sure to follow us on FB at Extours or better still join us on one of our events!