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The Royal oak/Burton Gaol
There was a lock up in the Market place from 1270s its first occupant being a murderer from Alrewas.It was nicknamed *Helle ” by the locals as conditions where so bad. It remained a gaol until the 1760s.Where it did remain as a prison and a public house. ” The landlord had to agree to guard prisoners in a cell and would be accountable to the lord of the manor if a prisoner escaped. After the 1830s it had a period as a vicarage and then reverted back to a pub.
The building has no lack of ghosts including a witch,gaoler,priest and many more. Who have proved to be very interactive with the public. I am going to tell you all about it or as has happened in the past they may tell you themselves.
The haunted walk is the nickname given to Burton ghost walk. With visitations of spirits. With a spirit of a abbot appearing and terrifying a group so much they ran of the walk. This is one of numerous examples of spirits contacting the public while going round the walk.
It is probably not surprising. With the legends connected with the Holy grail , peaky blinders ,Mary Queen of Scots and many more.
The story of the ghosts of Burton are laced with tragedy, humor and intrigue. As you walk with them as their stories are told.
THE ITINEARY
The event starts in the function room at the pub here is a small break afterwards and then we proceed on the rest of the walk. Returning to the royal oak around 8 pm where we give out the £5 drink vouchers for a well deserved stiff drink.
The event is on flat surfaces except for some steep stairs up to the function room. Part of the event is outside so you are advised to bring appropriate clothing for the weather. Parking is around the market place and car parks are also nearby.
The walk is £17 it includes a £5 drinks voucher to spend at the bar.If you book through event bright there is £2..12 booking fee If you do not want to do this there is the option to book by bank transfer or cash just paying the £17 message us for details.
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MARKET PLACE, DE14 1HB Burton upon Trent, United Kingdom, Burton Upon Tren, United Kingdom
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