Private Ennis Dark History Tour with Dr Jane O'Brien (1-6 people)

Exploring the "bow-ways" of Ennis on the Dark History Tour

Exploring the darker side of the town's history

Private Ennis Dark History Tour with Dr Jane O'Brien (1-6 people)

By Jane O'Brien

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1h 10m
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Overview

This is a private tour of Ennis with local expert Dr Jane O'Brien. Unlock the darker side of medieval Ennis on this Haunted History Tour. The towns chilling history, mythology, ghosts and more are all explored as we make our way through the atmospheric winding streets and bow-ways of the town. Co. Clare is rich in lore and legendary tales with many of the world’s most famous supernatural characters and stories finding their roots in the tales told across the centuries by our ancestors. Hear about the mythology and legends of the town – from stories of the banshee and death coach to the witch Biddy Early and her magical blue bottle. Discover the secret side of the towns past – the grime, crime and grim punishments. From tales of the Mad Monk to graveyard excavations this unique tour will reveal the town in a whole new light. Popular with both adults and children alike this historically accurate tour is an ideal activity for anyone who enjoys reliving the experience of our dark past.

Activity location

Old Ground Hotel Ennis
- Station Road
- V95 WDX2, Ennis, County Clare, Ireland

Meeting/Redemption Point

Old Ground Hotel Ennis
- Station Road
- V95 WDX2, Ennis, County Clare, Ireland

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Dark History Tour

1h 10m

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Price details

AU$312.11 x 1 TravellerAU$312.11

Total

Until Tue, 4 Mar

What's included, what's not

Local guide
Service charge

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Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transport options are available nearby
Transport options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Children must be accompanied by an adult

Activity itinerary

Old Ground Hotel Ennis

5m

Starting at one of the town's oldest and most haunted buildings, the Old Ground Hotel encorporates a 1500's medieval towerhouse with a storey to tell!

Barrack Street

5m

The old Gallows Green - hanging was one of many of the town's old punishments.

Garraunakilla

5m

We explore this site of the old Ennis graveyard and stories from its past!

Market Place

5m

The old markets were not always peaceful affairs - we explore the tensions that could sometimes lead to what were known as the market murders!

Parnell Street

5m

We head down one of Ennis's bow-ways to explore how a town like Ennis was effected by poverty and famine, and the spirits from that time that still haunt these old laneways.

Chapel Lane

5m

We recreate the sights (and smells!) of old Ennis brought to life through the narrow streets and old shopfronts of the town.

Daniel O'Connell Monument

5m

This busy heart of Ennis was also once the site for the witchcraft trial of the infamous wise woman of Clare, Biddy Early!

Arthur's Row

5m

Stories from the old Ennis orphanage and industrial school are brought to life with a tragic tale.

Francis Street

5m

The old causeway of the town, once the location of a sighting of the banshee and death coach - figures from Irish folklore and mythodology that remained in strong belief into the 20th century in Ennis.

Ennis Friary

5m

The 13th century Ennis Abbey is the foundations of the town, and home to many of the towns past residents, including the local ghost!

Abbey Street

5m

We end the tour at the top of Abbey St beside the O'Connell monument, our memorable exploration of the darker side of the town's history allowing us see it through new eyes.

Location

Activity location

Old Ground Hotel Ennis
- Station Road
- V95 WDX2, Ennis, County Clare, Ireland

Meeting/Redemption Point

Old Ground Hotel Ennis
- Station Road
- V95 WDX2, Ennis, County Clare, Ireland

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