Historic Australia: Ipswich Cemetery Ghost Tour Adventure
Difficulty
easy
Duration
2 hours
Fitness Level
All fitness levels welcome; mostly walking and standing
Overview
Venture into Ipswich’s haunted past with this ghost tour through a historic cemetery. Discover chilling stories and mysterious legends guiding you through a night of spine-tingling history.
Ipswich Cemetery Ghost Tour
From $30 • 2 Hours • Ages 10+ • Visit the old Ipswich cemetery
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About This Adventure
Explore the eerie history of Ipswich on a captivating two-hour ghost tour through a grand 150-year-old graveyard. Discover chilling true stories of haunted graves and infamous locals, guided by an experienced storyteller. With a limited group size and the atmospheric backdrop of night, this unique experience promises unforgettable thrills.
On the edge of town, opposite the golf course, over 150 years this grand graveyard of Ipswich’s past has grown to six acres; 30,000 lie here.
Hear real ghost stories of real haunted graves and real haunted sites in Ipswich – true tales researched from archives, libraries, former grave diggers & local residents – forgotten graves, business tycoons, statues that move, convicts & bushrangers.
Tour Includes
✔ 2 hour historic ghost tour with experienced guide through this haunted site ✔ Restricted tour size ✔ Donation to Ghost Tours’ Haunted Heritage Fund
Important Information
✔ BRING YOUR OWN TORCH - A torch is required for the tour. Each guest must bring 1 torch per person (Phone apps are suitable)
✔ NO TOILET FACILITIES WILL BE AVAILABLE AT THIS SITE, please use facilities elsewhere before joining us at this site
✔ WEAR FLAT ENCLOSED SHOES - All guests must wear flat enclosed shoes. Other shoes will not be accepted.
✔ BRING A WATER BOTTLE -To keep you hydrated during the tour
✔ TOURS WILL STILL RUN IN THE RAIN - We believe the weather really adds to the atmosphere of a tour. If there is rain, please bring an umbrella and or raincoat, and enjoy the tour. Tours will only be cancelled if conditions become dangerous - we will notify you in these circumstances close to the tour time.
ALCOHOL/ ILLICIT SUBSTANCE USE The consumption of alcohol and use of illegal substances are not permitted BEFORE or DURING a tour, any client believed to be intoxicated, inebriated, or otherwise under the influence of drugs and/or alcohol will not be admitted at time of check-in.
SMOKING Smoking/ vaping is not permitted at any time during our tours. If anyone forgets this, and starts smoking, they will be asked to immediately cease. If they do not, they will be asked to leave the tour.
MOBILE / TABLET DEVICE USE Mobile and tablet devices are only to be used on tour whilst taking photographs or in an emergency. If you use your phone/ tablet for any other purpose during any of our tours, you will be asked to stop. Refusal to do so may result in you being asked to leave the tour.
Paranormal investigation / ghost hunting is strictly not permitted This includes but is not limited to: apps on mobile devices, Ouija boards, pendulums, video and still photography, psychic, medium and clairvoyant channelling of spirits.
Please always: • Respect the role/authority of the tour guides. • Respect other client’s experience. • Respect the historic sites visited.
Accessibility
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Suitability
Tours are not suitable for children under 10 years. Parents and guardians are advised that this tour features strong content in the form of true historic information and tales delivered through storytelling. The stories may include gruesome and macabre material including murders, crimes, violence, deaths, executions, and suicide. The stories can be frightening, scary and distressing especially for young children.
Under 10's not permitted on tour. Those under the age of 18 must be accompanied/supervised by an adult.
Adventure Tips
Dress warmly for the night
Bring layers and a flashlight to stay comfortable and see clearly during the tour.
Bring a camera
Capture atmospheric shots of the historic monument and ghostly shadows.
Arrive early
Get settled in before the tour begins to avoid missing important stories.
Stay with the group
For safety and the best experience, stick close to your guide and fellow visitors.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Possibility of nocturnal birds like owls
- May see possums in the trees
History
Ipswich’s cemetery dates back to the 19th century and played a significant role during the region’s early settler days.
Conservation
The cemetery is a protected heritage site, with ongoing efforts to preserve its historic graves and monuments.
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Recommended Gear
Comfortable walking shoes
Required for walking through uneven and historic terrain.
Flashlight
Helps illuminate darker corners of the cemetery during night-time.
Warm clothing
Keep comfortable on cooler evenings.
winter specific
Notebook and pen
Perfect for jotting down spooky stories or your own impressions.