Pluckley Ghost Walk Presents: A Ghost Hunt & Dinner at The Haunted Swan Inn, Little Chart

LITTLE CHART GHOST TOUR FIELD GUIDE

Pluckley Ghost Walk Presents: A Ghost Hunt & Dinner at The Haunted Swan Inn, Little Chart

An evening-length paranormal investigation and meal at the Grade II–listed Swan Inn in Little Chart led by Pluckley Ghost Walk — this guide explains the setting, what to expect, and how the experience is framed by local legend.

Pluckley Ghost Walk Presents: A Ghost Hunt & Dinner at The Haunted Swan Inn, Little Chart.

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Location
Little Chart
Operator
Pluckley Ghost Walk
Category
Ghost Tour
Robert Eric Crews
Founder & Editor, The Adventure Collective
Published Verified

Set in Little Chart, Kent, The Haunted Swan Inn is a Grade II–listed building once part of the sprawling Dering Estate; it retains original Dering windows and a reputation threaded through local ghost stories. The Pluckley Ghost Walk leads a night of supernatural discovery here, combining spine-tingling tales, the long-dead Highwayman legend, and a convivial meal at the inn for both seasoned ghost hunters and curious newcomers.

Highlights

Outing Highlights

THE PLACE

The Haunted Swan Inn — Grade II‑listed and storied

The Swan Inn in Little Chart is a historic, Grade II‑listed building with original Dering windows and a deep catalogue of legends — the atmospheric setting is central to the evening’s investigations and storytelling.

THE EXPERIENCE

Guided ghost hunt and storytelling

Pluckley Ghost Walk leads guests through a night of supernatural discovery at the inn, presenting tales and local legends that have tested even experienced ghost hunters.

THE MEAL

Dinner at the Swan — part of the program

The evening includes a meal at the Swan Inn, combining convivial dining with the darker narratives that surround the building and its ghosts.

What the day feels like

What the night feels like

Expect an intimate, atmospheric evening: you join the Pluckley Ghost Walk at the Swan Inn in Little Chart, share a meal in the historic pub, then move into a program of tales and investigation focused on the inn’s legends — including stories tied to the long‑dead Highwayman of Pluckley — delivered with a mix of local history and theatrical chill.

Suitability

Who it's for

Who this evening suits — and what the source material notes.

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Seasoned ghost huntersThe program presents legends and encounters that are described as testing even experienced ghost hunters.
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Curious newcomersThe experience is also framed as suitable for curious newcomers interested in local legend and a guided paranormal evening.
3
History and architecture enthusiastsThose interested in historic buildings will find the Swan Inn notable: it is Grade II‑listed and retains original Dering windows.
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Groups seeking an atmospheric night outThe combination of storytelling, investigation, and a meal makes the event appropriate for small groups looking for a social, atmospheric evening.

Practical planner

Details to review before reserving

Meeting point

The meeting location is The Swan Inn on Swan Lane, Little Chart, Ashford TN27 0QB (near Pluckley). Confirm details with the operator, Pluckley Ghost Walk.

What to bring

No specific gear requirements are provided in the source material; participants should check with Pluckley Ghost Walk for any recommendations or requirements.

Booking Notice

Review cancellation policies before reserving.

Frequently asked questions

Planning Your Outing

Who operates the ghost hunt at the Swan Inn?

The event is operated by Pluckley Ghost Walk.

Where is the meeting point for the experience?

The meeting location is The Swan Inn, Swan Lane, Little Chart, Ashford TN27 0QB (near Pluckley).

Is a meal included in the program?

The evening includes a meal at the Swan Inn as part of the experience.

What makes the Swan Inn notable as a paranormal site?

The Swan Inn is Grade II‑listed, retains original Dering windows, and carries a catalogue of local legends and ghost stories that form the basis of the night’s narratives and investigations.

Who is the Highwayman mentioned in the program description?

The program references the long‑dead Highwayman of Pluckley as part of the local legends and storytelling for the night.