Dark and Deadly Dalkeith Walking Tours®

Under cover of darkness, join us for a ghostly walk around the old town of Dalkeith.

Meet some of its most notorious characters as we uncover the dark — and sometimes deadly — secrets of the past.

• Discover how Dalkeith dealt with townspeople accused of witchcraft
• Stand where the Dalkeith gallows once stood and hear the story of the town’s last hanging
• Learn why, over a century ago, the Dalkeith Poisoner attempted to M**der 18 people in a single night
• Walk through the ancient burial ground and hear about the Dalkeith body snatchers
• Hear about the restless spirit of a medieval monk said to wander the roads around the town

This atmospheric walking tour visits the actual locations connected to these stories and lasts just over an hour.

Important Information:

• This tour is not suitable for people with mobility issues
• Please wear sturdy footwear and dress warmly
• And don’t be too scared — it’s only history!!

End your journey at Dalkeith Museum with more stories and a drink to calm your shattered nerves.

Know what’s Happening Next — before everyone else does.

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Host or Publisher Dalkeith History Society and Museum