Your Ghost Hunt at Ripon Workhouse
Ripon Workhouse is a forbidding location and many have sensed the feeling of being watched by despairing inmates. Visitors have reported hearing unexplained bangs and knocks coming from inside an empty locked coffin, cell doors closing on their own and shadows have been seen walking around corridors and rooms when no one is around.
During your ghost hunt you will be able to take part in many experiments to find out who or what haunts Ripon Workhouse. These experiments include watch and wait vigils using paranormal equipment such as K2 Meters, glass moving and table tipping. Do you have what it takes to spend time alone in one of the haunted cells?
Ghosts of Ripon Workhouse
Many different spirits have been reported at Ripon Workhouse.
Poltergeist activity is rife in this dark and gloomy location. These entities like to make themselves know to visitors during the day and night, making guests feel as though they are being followed around the building. Dark mists and shadows are often seen and many people have refused to go into certain areas alone.
The main sightings are of former residents of the workhouse, along with a gentleman who mainly presents himself in the nurses room, known as Stan.
History of Ripon Workhouse
Ripon Workhouse in Ripon, Allhallowgate is a Grade II listed, 18th Century workhouse. A poorhouse has stood on the site since 1776, but the original building was later replaced in 1854 to meet the standards of The Poor Law Amendment Act of 1834. Now used as a museum to show how the inmates lived, worked and died, the workhouse has a dark and gloomy atmospheric feel.
Ripon Workhouse, like all workhouses was a last resort for the poor, homeless and destitute people, who could not find work to support themselves and their families. Many who entered the gates, knew that the only way they would be leaving the workhouse, was in a coffin.
The building supported 33 inmates, including 11 men, 11 boys, 9 woman and 2 girls and those considered able-bodied spent eight hours each day breaking rocks to repairs roads.
Your Event Includes
- Use of ghost hunting equipment including EMF Meters, K2 Meters etc.
- Experiments including glass divination and table tipping.
- Workshop and separate vigils for returning guests.
- Ghost hunting vigils and séances in small groups.
- Includes teas and coffees
- Free time to investigate alone
Address, Maps & Hotels
Address & Hotel Information
The Workhouse Museum
Sharow View
Allhallowgate
Ripon
North Yorkshire
HG4 1LE
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Parking
- Free Onsite Parking
- Street Parking and Local Car Parks
Information
Accessibility
- People with mobility issues or walking difficulties please call the office before booking
Important
- All attendees must be 18 years or older
- All attendees must bring a torch
- Wear sensible shoes and warm layered clothing as the location may get cold at night
