Description
Step into the shadows of Bradford on this spine-tingling walking tour that blends the city’s rich history with its most enduring ghost stories.
Guided by local historian and expert storyteller Irene Lofthouse, you’ll journey through some of Bradford’s most iconic landmarks, uncovering chilling tales of mystery, tragedy and the unexplained. From restless spirits to eerie encounters, these stories reveal a darker side of the city, one that lingers just beneath the surface.
As you wander historic streets and hidden corners, you’ll discover how the past continues to echo through the present, bringing Bradford’s history vividly and hauntingly to life.
Perfect for thrill-seekers, history lovers and curious minds alike, this immersive experience offers a unique perspective on the city after dark.
This is an outdoor walking tour. Comfortable footwear and weather-appropriate clothing are recommended.
About the Speaker
Irene Lofthouse
Irene’s been storytelling since age 6 – it says so on her school report. She is an author, playwright, social historian, actor/director and creative content producer/project developer. Irene has written many plays, two children’s fiction collections and edited several poetry/prose anthologies. A regular contributor to literary/art festivals, she’s commissioned by heritage organisations and universities to create site-specific poems/stories. Currently touring her one-woman show ‘Meet Louise Whitfield: Andrew Carnegie’s ‘most trusted confidante’; she recorded Hidden Bradford storytelling episodes on BBC Sounds and is researching speculative influences on Brontë writing. Irene’s focus is making the invisible visible.
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