The Ghost Walk Padstow - Tour of Cornwall’s Myths and Legends
Overview
Step into the shadows of old Padstow for an atmospheric evening of ghost stories, hidden alleys, local legends and mysterious happenings.
Led by Regency-era merchant Thomas Rawlings, your lantern-carrying guide from Padstow’s past, the walk combines storytelling, history, humour and atmospheric music through some of the town’s lesser-known streets and passageways.
Hear strange tales from old houses and inns, local folklore and more recent encounters that aren't quite so easily explained. Visit a 16th-century coaching inn, medieval St Petroc’s Church and the edge of the historic Prideaux estate.
Maximum 25 people. Well-behaved dogs welcome.
Parental guidance advised for under-10s due to references to death and historical punishments.
There is a short 75m uphill section. Wheelchair and mobility scooter users are welcome, although manual wheelchair users may need assistance.
Duration: approximately 1 hour 30 minutes.
What's Included
- Live storytelling of Cornwall’s myths, legends and ghost stories
- Exploration of Padstow’s historic streets, harbour and hidden corners
- Gratuities
- Guide in authentic 19th-century costume
- 90-minute guided walking tour of historic Padstow
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Admission to attractions or private properties
- Food and drinks
Meeting Location
South Quay
Padstow PL28 8BL, UK
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
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Padstow Harbour
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St. Petroc's Church
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Prideaux Place
20 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Padstow Harbour
20 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- You should be capable of walking 1 mile total including 100m up a moderate hill on tarmac
- Powered scooters and powered wheelchairs can participate
- If in a manual wheelchair note there is an uphill section
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 25 travelers
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (GMT).
- Live storytelling of Cornwall’s myths, legends and ghost stories.
- Exploration of Padstow’s historic streets, harbour and hidden corners.
- Gratuities.
- Guide in authentic 19th-century costume.
- 90-minute guided walking tour of historic Padstow.
- Hotel pickup and drop-off.
- Admission to attractions or private properties.
- Food and drinks.
The minimum age to participate is 6. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the The Ghost Walk Padstow - Tour of Cornwall’s Myths and Legends is as follows:
- Wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- You should be capable of walking 1 mile total including 100m up a moderate hill on tarmac
- Powered scooters and powered wheelchairs can participate
- If in a manual wheelchair note there is an uphill section
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for The Ghost Walk Padstow – Tour of Cornwall’s Myths and Legends will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Live storytelling of Cornwall’s myths, legends and ghost stories
- Exploration of Padstow’s historic streets, harbour and hidden corners
- Gratuities
- Guide in authentic 19th-century costume
- 90-minute guided walking tour of historic Padstow
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Admission to attractions or private properties
- Food and drinks
Additional Info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- You should be capable of walking 1 mile total including 100m up a moderate hill on tarmac
- Powered scooters and powered wheelchairs can participate
- If in a manual wheelchair note there is an uphill section
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 25 travelers
