Skirrid Inn – Includes Evening Meal
30th Sept 2023
20:00 – 03:00
£55
This event has all of the ingredients to be a cracking night. Being one of the oldest pubs on Wales, its located at the base of Skirrid Mountain
Its first known reference was in 1110 when John Crowther was sentenced to death for stealing a sheep and was hanged from what is now a well know feature of the pub as it is still there, ‘The hanging beam’
A eight hundred years later and 182 offenders would meet a similar fate, dangling by the neck from the ‘hanging beam’ over the buildings stairwell.
All this took place as not only was the building used by travellers and locals as a place to get a tankard of ale or a hearty meal, but it was also regularly used as a courthouse which was then hosted by ‘Judge Jeffreys’ or ‘The Hanging Judge’ as he was nicknamed. This carried on until the mid 19th century when executions stopped
So with such a sinister background, The Skirrid Inn can offer many chilling stories
The spirits of those executed here, are said to make their presences felt in a rather direct and disturbing way.
Its first known reference was in 1110 when John Crowther was sentenced to death for stealing a sheep and was hanged from what is now a well know feature of the pub as it is still there, ‘The hanging beam’
A eight hundred years later and 182 offenders would meet a similar fate, dangling by the neck from the ‘hanging beam’ over the buildings stairwell.
All this took place as not only was the building used by travellers and locals as a place to get a tankard of ale or a hearty meal, but it was also regularly used as a courthouse which was then hosted by ‘Judge Jeffreys’ or ‘The Hanging Judge’ as he was nicknamed. This carried on until the mid 19th century when executions stopped
So with such a sinister background, The Skirrid Inn can offer many chilling stories
The spirits of those executed here, are said to make their presences felt in a rather direct and disturbing way.
Hauntings
This building has the lot along with the usual footsteps, knocks and doors slamming shut, both locals & guests have felt the overwhelming sensation, of a noose being slipped around their necks and have been alarmed to feel it getting tighter at the same time. Even though they manage to stop this strange sensation, they bear the distinct impression of the marks of the rope for sometime afterwards.
Another ghost to haunt the old and, in parts, spooky property is that of woman who, although never seen, is both felt and heard by staff as she rustles invisibly past them, her progress marked by a distinct chill in the air. This lady is suppose to be an Victorian Landlady called fanny price. you can still visit her grave in the local graveyard.
This building has the lot along with the usual footsteps, knocks and doors slamming shut, both locals & guests have felt the overwhelming sensation, of a noose being slipped around their necks and have been alarmed to feel it getting tighter at the same time. Even though they manage to stop this strange sensation, they bear the distinct impression of the marks of the rope for sometime afterwards.
Another ghost to haunt the old and, in parts, spooky property is that of woman who, although never seen, is both felt and heard by staff as she rustles invisibly past them, her progress marked by a distinct chill in the air. This lady is suppose to be an Victorian Landlady called fanny price. you can still visit her grave in the local graveyard.
What your night will include:
Working alongside the team you will split in to small groups to work through the building in group sessions using both tradition and scientific methods of investigation such as table tipping, ouija boards, evp sessions with the intention of interacting with the spirits that reputedly haunt the building.
Hot drinks, bottled water & biscuits provided.
Toilets:
There are toilets on site
There are toilets on site
Car Parking: Free Car Parking
Strictly No Alcohol or drugs
Sorry no under 18’s or pregnant women allowed.
This location has a number of stairs so unfortunately may be unsuitable for those with mobility issues.
No smoking or Vaping within the building, a designated site will be highlighted to those that require it.
Please wear warm clothing and sensible footwear.
No sleeping areas are available at this event, therefore you will be required to stay awake for the duration.