75 Minutes of Child-Safe Chills: Nottingham’s Original Ghost Walk for Kids

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75 Minutes of Child-Safe Chills: Nottingham’s Original Ghost Walk for Kids

A family-friendly, 75-minute walking experience in Nottingham that pairs spooky storytelling with 'Horrible Histories'-inspired educational content; this guide explains what to expect.

75 Minutes of Child-Safe Chills: Nottingham’s Original Ghost Walk for Kids.

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Location
Nottingham
Operator
The Original Nottingham Ghost Walk
Category
History Tour
Robert Eric Crews
Founder & Editor, The Adventure Collective
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Embark on a thrilling 75-minute adventure through Nottingham tailored specifically for younger audiences. The Original Nottingham Ghost Walks for Children preserves the spine-tingling atmosphere of the company’s evening tours while adding extra stories and 'Horrible Histories'–inspired educational elements and removing some of the more adult material to keep the tone family-friendly.

Highlights

Outing Highlights

Child-focused tales that spark imagination
THE STORYTELLING

Child-focused tales that spark imagination

The walk delivers captivating stories adapted for children — extra tales woven into a family-friendly narrative that aims to entertain without the adult elements of the regular tour.

History with a bite: Horrible Histories–style content
THE LEARNING

History with a bite: Horrible Histories–style content

Educational segments inspired by 'Horrible Histories' are integrated into the walk to make the past vivid and memorable for young listeners, blending spooky moments with accessible history.

Short, affordable and family-friendly
THE PRACTICAL

Short, affordable and family-friendly

Running roughly 75 minutes with a single, flat ticket price for adults and children, the walk is designed to fit easily into an outing with younger families.

What the day feels like

What the walk feels like

Expect a brisk, atmospheric 75-minute walking tour through parts of Nottingham led by guides who tailor the pace and content to younger audiences. The experience emphasizes storytelling and education — keeping scares toned down while encouraging imagination and group engagement.

Child-focused tales that spark imagination

THE STORYTELLING

Child-focused tales that spark imagination

The walk delivers captivating stories adapted for children — extra tales woven into a family-friendly narrative that aims to entertain without the adult elements of the regular tour.

History with a bite: Horrible Histories–style content

THE LEARNING

History with a bite: Horrible Histories–style content

Educational segments inspired by 'Horrible Histories' are integrated into the walk to make the past vivid and memorable for young listeners, blending spooky moments with accessible history.

Short, affordable and family-friendly

THE PRACTICAL

Short, affordable and family-friendly

Running roughly 75 minutes with a single, flat ticket price for adults and children, the walk is designed to fit easily into an outing with younger families.

Suitability

Who it's for

Who this walk suits

1
Active FamiliesA compact, 75-minute walk that keeps storytelling front and center, making it manageable for families with young children and short attention spans.
2
Young ChildrenDesigned with younger audiences in mind: stories are age-appropriate and the tour removes some of the more adult material found on the regular walk.
3
School Groups & Educational OutingsThe 'Horrible Histories'–inspired educational content makes the walk a natural fit for small school groups seeking an entertaining history component.
4
Adults Seeking Intense FrightsNot ideal for those seeking the adult, late-night scares of the regular Saturday night tour; this family offering intentionally tones down adult elements.

Practical planner

Details to review before reserving

Timing & Duration

Approx 1 hour and 15 minutes.

Price

All tickets (Adults & Children) £6.

Content

Extra stories and educational material inspired by 'Horrible Histories'; some adult material has been removed to ensure a family-friendly tone.

Booking Notice

Review cancellation policies before reserving.

Frequently asked questions

Planning Your Outing

How long does the Children's Ghost Walk last?

Approximately 1 hour and 15 minutes (75 minutes).

How much do tickets cost?

All tickets — adults and children — are priced at £6.

Is the walk suitable for young children?

Yes. The walk is specially created for younger customers, with extra stories and family-friendly content and some adult bits removed.

How does the Children's Walk differ from the regular ghost walk?

It is based on the popular Saturday night ghost walk but includes additional child-focused stories and 'Horrible Histories'–inspired educational content, while removing some of the more adult material.

Who operates the Children's Ghost Walk?

The Original Nottingham Ghost Walk operates the Children's Ghost Walk.