The Port Elizabeth instalment of the Mystery Ghost Bus Tour is being held on Saturday, following similar events in Johannesburg, Irene and Cape Town earlier in December.
The tour includes “theatrical entertainment, some clever scares, the science of the paranormal, dowsing rods, audience participation, haunted pub stops, a dark room with a chilling effect, the use of ghost-hunting apps on your cellphone and entry into an historical cemetery with a thrilling climax”, according to Mystery Ghost Bus marketing manager Gareth Holmes.
Haunted houses and other buildings known for paranormal activity are highlighted along the route.
“PE’s tour presents an unusual tale of a nun who hanged herself in the tower of Richly House after giving birth.
“To this day her baby is heard screaming for its mother,” he said.
The “Spookhouse of old Walmer” is said to have an interactive ghost which tucks children into their beds. She is apparently a former housekeeper who died decades ago. And at the manor house Knockfierna guests have captured the ghostly image of a girl in Victorian attire on film.
The tour, somewhat based on the London Ghost Bus, is hosted by Mark Rose-Christie and runs from 7pm to midnight. The cost is R350 a person and bookings are at www.quicket.co.za Guests are asked to bring pub and grub money, torches and wear walking shoes. More information at www.mysteryghostbus.co.za