Adults
£ 15.90
Murder. Ghosts. Gangs. Riots. Explore the darker side of Birmingham.
Join us this Halloween for a special walking tour and uncover the darker history of Birmingham, from notorious criminals and public executions to riots, gangs and the ghosts said to haunt the city.
Walk through Birmingham’s historic streets and discover the stories behind some of the city’s darkest places and most notorious characters. Over 1.5 hours, your guide will reveal the history of public hangings, the gangs that once ruled Birmingham, the Town Hall riots and the only public execution in the city, alongside local ghost stories including the hauntings of Henry Skinner and Joseph Chamberlain.
This Halloween, discover a different side of Birmingham… a city shaped not only by industry and innovation, but also by crime, violence, punishment, tragedy and folklore.
Tour highlights:
– Infamous gangs of Birmingham
– The ghosts of Henry Skinner & Joseph Chamberlain
– The only public execution in the city
– St Philip’s Graveyard
– Town Hall riots
…& much more!
Details:
📅 29th Oct – 1st Nov 2026
⏰ Varying times; 2pm or 4:30pm, 6:30pm or 8:30pm on different days
📍at the front of Snow Hill Station
⏱️ 1.5 hours
💷 £15 per person
Only for adults ages 16+ & dogs are welcome!
Limited tickets, we recommend booking early!