York's Forbidden Chronicles- Terrors from the dark side.
York, United Kingdom

York's Forbidden Chronicles- Terrors from the dark side.

Outty Ranking 77 4.8 · 130 traveler reviews1.2 hoursFrom $14
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Outty Ranking

77/100

Strongly Recommended. Our proprietary evaluation. How we score

Traveler rating

4.8/5

Based on 130 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

Quick answer

Is York's Forbidden Chronicles- Terrors from the dark side. worth booking?

York's Forbidden Chronicles- Terrors from the dark side. is a 1.2-hour experience in York, United Kingdom, from $14 per person. It scores 77 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Strongly Recommended”, based on a 4.8/5 rating across 130 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
77 / 100
Rating
4.8/5 (130)
Duration
1.2 hours
From
$14 per person

⚠️ York’s past isn’t just history. It’s a hauntingly good story. No made up ghost stories, no dressing up just history and soul searching. Real horror doesn’t wear fangs. York’s past is drenched in blood, superstition, and strange stories.. Explore ghostly tales, witchcraft, legends... Peek into the curious world of paranormal science and alchemy. Encounter humans far scarier than anything supernatural. Uncover the chilling truth behind persecution, plague, and a time when torture was the medieval entertainment of the day. Are these eerie tales simply childhood spook stories — or were they used to control, punish, and persuade? It’s a twisted history lesson wrapped in myth, murder and Mystery. ️ Perfect for: Curious minds Brave souls Sceptics, believers & history lovers ️ Duration: 75–90 minutes Departure: On time (ghosts don’t do late) Families welcome – parental discretion advised (you know your little goblins best - recommend 8+) ⚠️ Attend at your own risk.

What you get

    About this experience

    ⚠️ York’s past isn’t just history. It’s a hauntingly good story. No made up ghost stories, no dressing up just history and soul searching. Real horror doesn’t wear fangs. York’s past is drenched in blood, superstition, and strange stories.. Explore ghostly tales, witchcraft, legends... Peek into the curious world of paranormal science and alchemy. Encounter humans far scarier than anything supernatural. Uncover the chilling truth behind persecution, plague, and a time when torture was the medieval entertainment of the day. Are these eerie tales simply childhood spook stories — or were they used to control, punish, and persuade? It’s a twisted history lesson wrapped in myth, murder and Mystery. ️ Perfect for: Curious minds Brave souls Sceptics, believers & history lovers ️ Duration: 75–90 minutes Departure: On time (ghosts don’t do late) Families welcome – parental discretion advised (you know your little goblins best - recommend 8+) ⚠️ Attend at your own risk.

    What's included

    Included

    • Live guide

    Not included

    • Tea and coffee

    What you'll see and do

    1. Clifford's Tower

      Experience stories of debtors, felons and persecution.

      5 minutes here · Admission not included

    2. York

      Walk through dark snickleways and streets. Hear the truth behind this quaint city.

      Pass by without stopping

    Where it starts and ends

    Meeting point

    York

    Meeting at the Steps of Clifford’s Tower.

    Hotel pickup

    No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.

    Ends at

    5 minutes from the city centre.

    Before you book

    Cancellation
    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
    Languages
    en
    Ticket
    Mobile Only
    Runs on
    Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat
    Group size
    Up to 10 travelers per booking
    Operated by
    J & M City Walking Tours

    Know before you go

    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
    • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
    • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • We Recommend Children be aged 8 or over

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    What travelers are saying

    Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 130 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.

    Knowledge and storytelling

    7 mentions

    Reviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.

    The guide

    5 mentions

    Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.

    Traveler reviews

    130 verified traveler reviews for York's Forbidden Chronicles- Terrors from the dark side.. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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    K1732SDamandac · October 2025

    Not a ghost walk, something infinitely better. A real life horror story of York.

    The walk is phenomenal, the stories chilling and told so well. The chap doing our tour was funny and knowledgeable. . York your history is bloody and terrible and We all loved it.

    Response from the operator: THIS! Exactly what we are all about at Forbidden Chronicles!

    via Tripadvisor

    Sarah_V · October 2025

    Excellent guide and tour!

    Really good tour around the city, the guide was excellent, definitely worth the money! Very enjoyable evening!

    Response from the operator: Thank you for this great review. Delighted to hear you had a great time.

    via Viator

    E4073XCjills · August 2025

    A wonderful tour of York with history and the paranormal intertwined

    The tour was absolutely fantastic and catered for me whilst I was in a wheelchair due to a broken foot. Absolutely amazing to hear about the history of York with such passion. Thoroughly recommend!

    Response from the operator: Thank you. So pleased you enjoyed the alternative and fa till option to the usual Ghosts walk. It was a pleasure to guide you around through our Forbidden History

    via Tripadvisor

    Kate_C · July 2025

    Great facts, friendly guide

    Our guide was super knowledgable and really friendly. Our children (age 10 and 13) who love Horrible Histories, really enjoyed the tour.

    Response from the operator: Thank you for a great review. Glad the children enjoyed it too , and it showed in their questions!

    via Viator

    Sapphirevenus75 · June 2023

    Absolutely loved this tour

    Absolutely fantastic evening tour, our guide was engaging,entertaining, funny and all round brilliant with his stories and history of the places we visited. I would recommend this for those who like something different and darker and I even learnt a lot along the way.

    via Tripadvisor

    Good to know

    Duration
    1.2 hours
    Free cancellation
    Up to 24h before
    Minimum age to book
    All ages
    Availability
    Bookable today
    Runs on
    Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat
    Hotel pickup
    No pickup, meet at start point
    Booked in 30 days
    46
    Verdict
    Strongly Recommended

    Why this scores 77

    The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.

    Traveler sentiment (30% weight)85
    Review evidence (18% weight)62
    Booking momentum (14% weight)56
    Value for money (12% weight)97
    Listing quality (10% weight)85
    Local standing (8% weight)53
    Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

    York's Forbidden Chronicles- Terrors from the dark side.: questions travelers ask

    Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for York.

    How much does York's Forbidden Chronicles- Terrors from the dark side. cost?

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    Prices start at $14 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in York usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.

    How long does York's Forbidden Chronicles- Terrors from the dark side. take?

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    Plan for about 1.2 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in York is not rushed.

    Is York's Forbidden Chronicles- Terrors from the dark side. worth it?

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    It holds an Outty Ranking of 77 out of 100, which we label "Strongly Recommended". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.8/5 across 130 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in York, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.

    Can I cancel or reschedule York's Forbidden Chronicles- Terrors from the dark side.?

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    Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.

    Is York's Forbidden Chronicles- Terrors from the dark side. suitable for kids and families?

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    Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 1.2-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.

    How far in advance should I book York's Forbidden Chronicles- Terrors from the dark side.?

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    Around 46 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in York can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.

    What should I bring or wear?

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    Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in York and add a light layer if any part of the 1.2-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

    Where does York's Forbidden Chronicles- Terrors from the dark side. start and how do I get there?

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    The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central York within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.

    What are the best things to do in York?

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    On Outty we rank every York experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Mad Alice’s The Bloody Tour of York -Best Tour Award Europe, The Deathly Dark Tour of York, Shadows of York: Ghost Walk and Horrible History.. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.

    When is the best time to visit York?

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    Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.

    How many days do you need in York?

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    Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.

    Do I book through Outty or through the operator?

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    Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.

    What is included in York's Forbidden Chronicles- Terrors from the dark side.?

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    Included: Live guide. Not included: Tea and coffee. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.

    Where is the meeting point for York's Forbidden Chronicles- Terrors from the dark side.?

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    Meeting at the Steps of Clifford’s Tower. Hotel pickup is not included, so plan your own transport and arrive 15 minutes early.

    What languages is York's Forbidden Chronicles- Terrors from the dark side. offered in?

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    It runs in English. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.

    Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for York's Forbidden Chronicles- Terrors from the dark side.?

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    Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.

    Is York's Forbidden Chronicles- Terrors from the dark side. wheelchair or stroller accessible?

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    The operator notes: Wheelchair accessible; Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller; Transportation options are wheelchair accessible; and All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.

    What happens to York's Forbidden Chronicles- Terrors from the dark side. if the weather is bad?

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    It generally runs rain or shine, so dress for the forecast in York. Standard cancellation terms apply: free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start.

    What do travelers say about York's Forbidden Chronicles- Terrors from the dark side.?

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    Across 130 reviews averaging 4.8 out of 5, recurring themes include knowledge and storytelling, the guide. Reviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.

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