Your York BID 
Ghosts In The Gardens
21 September - Early November 2024
Cementing York’s reputation as one of the most haunted cities in Europe, York BID brings you Ghosts in The Gardens – historic sculptures in beautiful settings.
York BID has again partnered with local design agency Unconventional Design to create translucent 3D sculptures skillfully formed from narrow gauge wire mesh. This year’s display is set to be bigger and better than ever, with 45 ghosts to discover in some of the city's beautiful public gardens and green spaces.
The project encourages the public, especially families with young children during Halloween, to explore the city and its lesser-known areas and discover York’s rich tapestry of historical figures.
From monks to Victorians, and cats to a famous highwayman, there's plenty to discover while enjoying Ghosts in the Gardens. Venues around the city include Museum Gardens, Middletons Hotel, Clifford's Tower, The Judge's Lodging and Shambles.
“Middletons Hotel is proud to have been involved with Ghosts in the Gardens for the past few years, bringing history to life in a unique way and celebrating York’s reputation as the most haunted city in Europe. We’ve had great response from visitors, with some guests even booking with us just to see the Ghosts!”
Adam Wardale, General Manager, Middletons Hotel
