Smithills Hall was a family home for over 800 years and to this this day maintains many of its original medieval features. Smithills Hall is believed to have been built on top of a cemetery which was attached to the medieval chapel and in the 1950’s, human remains were discovered under one of the rooms.

In 1801, the hall and its estate were sold off to the Ainsworth family. Under this families occupancy, Smithills Hall was extensively rebuilt and modernised. Then in 1938, the hall was sold to Bolton Council and the Victorian areas of the house became a council residential home and later a day care centre until the 1990’s. With such a rich family history and connections to this beautiful building, there is little wonder why so many of the deceased have refused to leave there.

There are countless reports of paranormal activity at Smithill’s Hall including the shadowy figure of a man who lurks around the stairways and he has even been known to show his face which appears sad and almost sinister, he often does this in the large mirror hanging on one of the walls. The spirit of a lady has also been seen and she can get quite mischievous with some guests quite regularly.

There are numerous reports of poltergeist activity throughout the hall along with loud footsteps, heavy breathing, doors banging closed and then opening on their own, objects moving, lights flashing on and off and lot’s more.

• 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.

Free Onsite parking

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 or for people with walking difficulties or mobility issues.

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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