Overview

Bolling Hall in is known locally for being one the Cities oldest buildings, but also for being one of, if not the most haunted buildings in Bradford.

Bolling Hall Ghost Hunts with Haunted Houses Events

Take part in a ghost hunt a Bolling Hall, a building known locally for being one the city’s oldest buildings, but also for being one of, if not the most haunted buildings in Bradford. Many who enter its doors at night have left without any doubt to the presence of its ghostly residents. Prepare to feel your hair stand up on end as you test your nerve at this incredible and haunted location.

Your Ghost Hunt Experience

On a ghost hunt with Haunted Houses you will have exclusive access to the building/location during the evening. You will learn all about ghost hunting and the techniques used to encourage paranormal activity. We have a whole host of scientific ghost hunt equipment for you to use to aid communication with the spirits. You can take part in Ouija boards, glass divination and table tipping; the more traditional ghost hunt techniques. Or simply sitting in the dark and asking for the spirits to interact with you. Lone vigils (ghost hunting alone) will also be offered where available. During your evening you will be split into smaller groups so you can get the most out of your experience. If you are new to ghost hunting we warn you now – by the end of the night you may just become addicted to the fascinating and intriguing world of ghost hunting.

This is a real ghost hunt experience, there is no fakery, tricks or actors jumping out at you. What are you waiting for? Book your places today!

Reported Ghosts

Ghost tours at Bolling Hall have often come to the same conclusion. Something very strange indeed goes on here at night! It has been reported that this old dwelling is home to at least 20 active ghosts – so your chances of meeting at least one has never been higher.

It is said to be very common to feel hands reach for you and to tug you off your feet in the darkness of certain rooms. Dark figures and shadows have been witnessed walking around the corridors and disappearing into rooms, but on inspection found to be empty. A sweet smell of tobacco is a common occurrence here even though it is very clear smoking has not been taking place for many years inside this giant former home.

There is a very famous ghost sighting reported at Bolling Hall which dates as far back as 1600’s by the Earl of Newcastle, who had taken up residency after his troops had fought a winning battle to take over Bradford Town. The story goes how the Earl claimed to of had his bed clothes torn off him in the dead of night, there before him stood the spirit of a woman begging him to “pity poor Bradford” As it was his plans to destroy the town and kill all residents. After this encounter the Earl spared the town killing only who resisted the takeover, by which this number was few.

Bolling Hall’s blue room is notorious for its haunting by a Victorian woman who seems to watch everything you do. But be warned; she may just have a temper as there are reports of objects being thrown across the room.

Venue History

Set high on a hillside, Bolling Hall is one of Bradford’s oldest and largest buildings, and is said to date back as far as the 14th Century.

The history of Bolling Hall dates back to it’s mentions in the Domesday Book as being in the possession of Mr. Sindi. During the years the Hall changed hands to several owners such as Ilbert de Lacy, then finally to the Bolling Family who owned the property and its whole estate until the 15th century. It then past to the Tempests who held seat at Bolling Hall until 1649.