5 hour Ghost Hunting event at Ye Royal Oak in Chesterfield.
January 18th- 18:00 - 23:00
18+
Ye Royal Oak was built in the 12th century, this is the oldest inn in Chesterfield and one of the oldest in England. It was formally a rest-house for “The Knights Templar” in the years of “The Holy Crusades” then through & after the medieval period it was used as two butchers shops and inn accommodation.
The locations dark history was on the evening of 7th December, 1845, John Platts murdered George Collis in one of the butchers' shops in the Shambles, which now forms part of the Royal Oak. Platts was aided by two accomplices, though only he was brought to trial. One accomplice died before the trial, while the third was never identified. Before his execution, Platts made two confessions, both of which contradicted the evidence. As a result, the identity of the third man involved in the crime remains a mystery to this day.
The grisly murder has left its mark on the Royal Oak, as the ghost of George Collis is said to haunt The Shambles.
The evening will involve a mix of old and modern ways of investigating including our trademark Singapore Theory, Blindfold Séances, plus a lot more including free time for all guests.
Free drinks and snacks provided by the team.
Please read our terms and policies prior to booking.
5 hour Ghost Hunting event at Ye Royal Oak in Chesterfield.
January 18th- 18:00 - 23:00
18+
Ye Royal Oak was built in the 12th century, this is the oldest inn in Chesterfield and one of the oldest in England. It was formally a rest-house for “The Knights Templar” in the years of “The Holy Crusades” then through & after the medieval period it was used as two butchers shops and inn accommodation.
The locations dark history was on the evening of 7th December, 1845, John Platts murdered George Collis in one of the butchers' shops in the Shambles, which now forms part of the Royal Oak. Platts was aided by two accomplices, though only he was brought to trial. One accomplice died before the trial, while the third was never identified. Before his execution, Platts made two confessions, both of which contradicted the evidence. As a result, the identity of the third man involved in the crime remains a mystery to this day.
The grisly murder has left its mark on the Royal Oak, as the ghost of George Collis is said to haunt The Shambles.
The evening will involve a mix of old and modern ways of investigating including our trademark Singapore Theory, Blindfold Séances, plus a lot more including free time for all guests.
Free drinks and snacks provided by the team.
Please read our terms and policies prior to booking.