DUNOLLY GHOST TOUR FIELD GUIDE
Dinner by Lamplight, Then a Night of Ghost Hunting in Dunolly’s 1861 Railway Hotel
A three-hour evening that pairs a meal with a seasoned paranormal investigator and exclusive access to the hotel’s haunted corners—this guide explains what to expect and how to prepare.
Dinner by Lamplight, Then a Night of Ghost Hunting in Dunolly’s 1861 Railway Hotel.
Set in Dunolly, Victoria, the Railway Hotel—originally the Criterion Hotel, built in 1861—anchors an investigation that blends historic atmosphere with hands-on paranormal work; after dinner with an experienced investigator, groups move into parts of the building not normally open to the public, armed with a range of investigative equipment to explore rumours of cellar tunnels and lingering presences.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
A 19th-century pub with a cellar full of stories
The Railway Hotel dates to 1861 and retains a historic cellar that is rumoured to be linked to a network of tunnels; that setting provides the backdrop and context for the evening’s investigations.
Hands-on paranormal work in off-limits areas
After a briefing and dinner, participants are taken into areas of the hotel not available to the general public and are supplied with a range of paranormal equipment to investigate and attempt to connect with possible spirits.
Dinner and expert-led inquiry
The evening pairs a meal with a seasoned paranormal investigator who leads the group, answers questions and provides a brief historical context as the emphasis remains on the investigation itself.
What the day feels like
What the evening feels like
The three-hour experience begins with dinner alongside a paranormal investigator, followed by a guided move through public and restricted parts of the Railway Hotel; conversation and a concise history give way to hands-on sessions with provided equipment as the group works to detect and engage with unexplained phenomena.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who gets the most from this night—and who should think twice.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
The event runs for three hours.
Flat shoes are recommended; bring a warm jacket during colder months.
Events run on select dates; example listings show events on 06/04/2019, 15/06/2019 and 24/08/2019 with a 6:30pm start.
The experience is run by Twisted History and centers on an investigator-led evening of dining and investigation.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the experience?
The event lasts three hours.
What happens during the evening?
Guests share dinner with a paranormal investigator, receive a brief site history, and then investigate public and restricted areas of the Railway Hotel using provided paranormal equipment.
Is dinner included?
Yes — the evening begins with a meal alongside the investigator before the investigation begins.
What investigative equipment is provided?
Groups are supplied with a range of paranormal equipment for use during the investigation.
When are events scheduled?
Events run on select dates; example dates provided include 06/04/2019, 15/06/2019 and 24/08/2019 with a 6:30pm start.
What should I bring?
Bring flat shoes and a warm jacket in colder months.