Walkergate Help Raise £800 for Charity!

On behalf of Walkergate Durham, The Bishops’ Mill, and Walking with the Ghosts of Durham, we are proud to announce that a grand total of £800 has been raised for North East charity Northumbria Blood Bikes during this October’s annual charity ghost walks.

Two exclusive fundraising tours took place on October 18th and 25th October 2026. Led by Ghost Whisperer and two-time Durham Tourism Superstar nominee Andrew Ross, ghost hunters embarked on a twilight journey through the city centre’s most atmospheric streets and iconic landmarks, discovering the haunted histories of Durham Cathedral, the riverside, and local ghost folklore.

2026 marked the third consecutive year that Walkergate local venue The Bishops’ Mill has supported the charitable initiative. Serving as both the official start and finish point for the circular walk, the Wetherspoon pub offered participants a warm welcome and complimentary hot drinks following their chilling evening tour of the city.

Cushman & Wakefield Site management, said:

“Our annual ghost walks have become a highlight of the year, giving visitors to Durham a unique experience of the city perfect for the Halloween season while supporting a cause as important as Northumbria Blood Bikes. We are also grateful to The Bishops’ Mill for their contribution to the events; we take great pride in this collaboration between Andrew Ross, our tenant, and the Blood Bikes.”

Andrew Ross, Walking with the Ghosts of Durham, said:

“It was a pleasure to treat so many brave souls to a very special Halloween ghost walk, especially one that raised money for such a good cause. I’d like to thank everyone who attended the walks and gave generously to Northumbria Blood Bikes, to Walkergate Durham for facilitating this event, and to The Bishops’ Mill for a very welcome hot drink!”

Kirsty Lawrence, Publicity Officer, Northumbria Blood Bikes, said:

“This is the second year that we have worked with Walkergate and the Ghost Whisperer to raise funds for our vital work, money which will help us in our life-saving work. We are immeasurably grateful for their work organising these events, and to everyone who donated to our charity.”