Dark and Deadly Dalkeith Walking Tours®
Schedule
Fri May 15 2026 at 07:00 pm to 09:30 pm
UTC+01:00Location
Meet outside the town gate of Dalkeith Country Park | Edinburgh, SC
About this Event
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.
Where is it happening?
Meet outside the town gate of Dalkeith Country Park, Meet outside the Town Gate of Dalkeith Country Park, Edinburgh, United KingdomEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
GBP 16.00



















