About this Event
Prepare yourself for a night of chills and thrills on the Sheffield & Tinsley Canal...
Strange Britain and A&G Passenger Boats present Voyage for the Damned, a unique and eerie journey into the haunted history of Sheffield's waterways.
As darkness falls, step aboard a historic passenger boat and let your Captain for the evening, storyteller Adrian Finney, be your guide to the ghostly secrets lurking beneath the surface. Expect spine-tingling tales, local legends, and a dash of dark humour as you glide through the shadows of the city.
What awaits you:
* A captivating storyteller: Adrian Finney will weave a tapestry of humour, history, and horror, bringing the canal's eerie past to life.
* Atmospheric setting: Experience the Sheffield and Tinsley Canal in a whole new light as you journey through the heart of the city's industrial heritage. The Voyage will be at dusk, as the long shadows start to fall, and finishes after sunset, when the spooks and spectres are said to come out to play.
Event Details:
* Date: Wednesday 12th August 2026
*Boarding from 6:30 PM, Departure 7:30pm, returns approx 10:00PM
*The boat is fully licensed and has a bar onboard
* Departure Point: Victoria Quays
* Tickets: £24 (booking fees may apply)
* Recommended for ages 14 & over. No under 18s without an adult.
* Fully accessible boat: Everyone can enjoy this ghostly adventure thanks to wheelchair accessibility. Please message when booking as wheelchair places are limited.
*We take an interval, with an opportunity to stretch your legs off the boat, but please note it may not be possible for Wheelchair users to disembark at this point.
Book your passage to the unknown: https://StrangeBritain.Eventbrite.com
https://sheffieldboats.co.uk
Your Host:
Adrian Finney is a storyteller based in Sheffield, known for his engaging and often humorous approach to the strange and spooky history of the city and wider Britain. He is closely associated with "Strange Britain," the name under which he runs events including the "Strange Sheffield Ghost Tours" and the "Voyage for the Damned - A Ghostly Trip Down The Sheffield & Tinsley Canal."
As a storyteller, Adrian delves into ghost stories, local legends, true crime, and the weird, hidden history of the areas he covers. His style is noted for blending historical facts with humour, sometimes dark humour, to create entertaining and memorable experiences for his audience.
In addition to his live events, Adrian Finney is also an author, having written a series of books under the "Strange Britain" title that explore paranormal and unusual tales from across the British Isles, with a particular focus on Sheffield. His work reflects a deep passion for the weird and the strange, which comes through in his storytelling.
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
A&G Passenger Boats Ltd., Wharf Street, Sheffield, United Kingdom
GBP 26.71
