Abbey House Museum is located in Leeds, Yorkshire and is the former gate house for the 12th century Kirkstall Abbey. Kirkstall Abbey was founded in around 1152 by monks, following the Dissolution of the Monasteries under Henry VIII  it fell into disrepair and eventually become a ruin. Its gatehouse  was turned into a  house and received lots of  renovation over the coming years, including a 15th/16th century wing and early 20th century additions. It operated as a farmhouse, and  was also the home of the Butler family, the owners of Kirkstall Forge and in 1926 was purchased by Leeds City Council.

The ground floor is now home to the recreated old Victorian streets to reflect life in the 19th Century. This location is said to be very haunted with many reports of unexplainable happenings from visitors and staff. Staff and visitors have reported being touched and having their clothes pulled by unseen hands, the sounds of footsteps, disembodied voices, dark figures are seen moving around the recreated Victorian streets, doors have been witnessed opening and closing on their own along with sightings of a monks.

With so much history associated with Abbey House Museum its no surprise that there are so many reports of paranormal activity. Will you join the haunted Adventures team at this former abbey gate house for a ghost hunt guided with only your torch to light the way?

• Work in smaller and more personal groups
• Take part in a variety of activities such as Seances and more
• Access to ghost hunting equipment such as K-II, trigger objects, ghost meters, EDI’s etc.
• Opportunities to conduct lone vigils for those feeling brave
• A friendly and experienced team of investigators offering help and advice throughout the night
• Qualified first aider present
• Tea, coffee, cordial  and biscuits included in the cost

Tea, coffee, juices and light snacks provided during this event at the scheduled break times, to help the environment we ask you bring your own travel mugs for your drinks.

Parking Near / onsite

Arrival is 15 minutes before the event start time, early admittance is not permitted.

Further information will be sent to all attendees via email 5 Days before the event.

On some events we offer a deposit option, where this option is available you can book with a non-refundable deposit by booking with a deposit you agree to paying any outstanding balance one month prior to the event. Or you can pay in full at the time booking.

Where you choose to pay with paypal , you can choose paypal pay in 3. where you can spread the cost of your booking in 3 installments see paypal for more details.

Not suitable for wheelchair users. 

For people with walking difficulties or mobility issues please contact us before booking.

All attendees must be aged 18 years or over 

Not suitable for pregnant ladies 

Flat gripped footwear must be worn no heels.

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