INVERNESS CASTLE FIELD GUIDE
Inverness: The Dark Side — An after‑dark Halloween walk through executions, apparitions and castle sieges
A 1.5‑hour, expert‑led Halloween event (30 Oct–2 Nov) that traces Inverness’s grim past—useful for travelers wanting a tightly timed, locally guided view of the city’s macabre history.
Inverness: The Dark Side — An after‑dark Halloween walk through executions, apparitions and castle sieges.
Join a special Halloween event in Inverness and uncover the city’s dark history on a 1.5‑hour after‑dark walking tour. Led by a local, spooky guide, the tour brings into light tales of murderers, public executions, eerie apparitions and bloody castle sieges; tickets are limited and the event runs over the Halloween weekend.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Public executions and the Old High Church
Hear the stories of public beheadings and executions connected to Inverness’s darker legal past, told at sites that include the Old High Church cemetery and nearby historic locations.
Graveyards, seers and local omens
Visit Blackfriar's Graveyard and learn about the Brahan Seer and other local legends woven into Inverness’s folklore.
Apparitions, Eden Court and castle sieges
Explore reputed apparitions at Eden Court, hear about the ‘women in the mirror,’ and trace the bloody sieges that left their mark on Inverness Castle.
What the day feels like
What the walk actually feels like
This compact, atmospheric walk unfolds after dark over 1.5 hours with a local guide narrating the city’s grim episodes as you move between historic open sites and graveyards. Expect a brisk, story‑driven route that illuminates Inverness’s violent and uncanny past in quick, concentrated stops.
THE HISTORY
Public executions and the Old High Church
Hear the stories of public beheadings and executions connected to Inverness’s darker legal past, told at sites that include the Old High Church cemetery and nearby historic locations.
THE LEGENDS
Graveyards, seers and local omens
Visit Blackfriar's Graveyard and learn about the Brahan Seer and other local legends woven into Inverness’s folklore.
THE SPECTRAL
Apparitions, Eden Court and castle sieges
Explore reputed apparitions at Eden Court, hear about the ‘women in the mirror,’ and trace the bloody sieges that left their mark on Inverness Castle.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this event suits — and who it doesn't
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
SPECIAL HALLOWEEN EVENT 2025: runs 30th Oct–2nd Nov with departures at 18:30 and 20:30; total duration is 1.5 hours.
Meet outside the Visit Scotland Inverness iCentre on High Street; the tour is a walking event led by a local guide and tickets are limited, so book in advance.
Special event price is £15 per person and tickets are limited—this is a timed, ticketed Halloween tour.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
When does the tour run?
The Halloween special runs 30th Oct–2nd Nov with departures at 6:30pm and 8:30pm.
How long is the tour?
The tour lasts 1.5 hours.
Where is the meeting point?
Outside the Visit Scotland Inverness iCentre on High Street.
How much does it cost?
The special event price is £15 per person.
Is the tour suitable for children?
No — the tour is only suitable for people aged 18 and over.
Are tickets limited?
Yes; this is a limited‑ticket Halloween event and past editions have sold out.