Ghost Hunt at Michelham Priory (October)

Venue: Michelham Priory
Location: Hailsham, Sussex

Date: 17th October 2026
Time: 7:00pm until 1:00am
Tickets: £59 Per Person

SOLD OUT

Michelham Priory is near Hailsham, in East Sussex. It is former Augustine Priory that has a history dating back to 1229.

Once the home of Augustinian monks, this medieval moat has records from 1229, when Gilbert de Aquila built it.

The priory was seized in 1537, following its dissolution, the land and its buildings were given to King Henry's fourth wife, Anne of Cleeves.

During the early part of World War II, it was used as a base for Canadian troops preparing for the Dieppe Raid in August 1942.

Mrs R.H. Hotblack purchased the priory in 1959 to preserve it for future generations to enjoy and gave the land and its buildings in trust to the Sussex Archaeological Society, who continue as owners.

Ghostly Activity
Many ghosts have been reported here including; Thomas Sackville, once an owner and still haunts the halls to this day, tormenting the spirit of a young girl called Rosie. She is reported to hide in the wood panelling at the top of the stairs to stay clear of her tormentor.
There is also the Grey Lady, who has been seen by the bridge and the gatehouse on many occasions. A black hooded monk in the undercroft, a young boy in the kitchens, a maid in the hall, and a lady dressed in Tudor clothing walking the corridors.
During a ghost hunt here in 2008, which some of our current team were present, a stone was thrown during a séance as well as the sound of spitting.

📆 Date: 17th October 2026
🕗 Time: 7:00pm until 1:00am
🎟️ Ticket Price Per Person: £59

Minimum Guest Age: 18 years old.
Deposit payment available (£20 per person)
- Tea/Coffee provided
- Free Car park available
- Warm clothing advised
- Over 18s only

Events for Groups

Ghost Hunt Events can organise your Private overnight ghost hunt for your group. The maximum number of people will be determined by the venue.
Ghost Hunt Events will organise an unforgetable night which you'll be talking about long after the ghost hunt. You will go to a haunted location for an overnight ghost hunt.
Spend a night in a haunted Castle or Mansion? You watched the TV shows, now experience a real ghost hunt for yourself.

See Private Group ghost hunts for more information