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Explore haunted history in Hillsborough

Armed with researched and validated stories, a guide takes guests on a spooky walking tour to an execution site, cemeteries and haunted houses.

Posted 2023-11-20T16:49:42+00:00 - Updated 2023-11-22T15:07:22+00:00

Tandra Wilkerson

, WRAL contributor

Anything related to horror was my first choice as a child. The number of haunted houses I've visited and movies I've watched remains an enigma. I spent hours fascinated by mystical creatures, ghosts, zombies and the scenarios people found themselves in.

I don't have as much time to enjoy these things now. Adulthood is notorious for ushering us away from childhood favorites. Yet, I find ways to hang on and keep my curiosities alive. My latest focus is on haunted tours.

It's not solely the thrill of visiting haunted places but the mystery of it all. What happened in that location? What unfinished business remains? It's the backstory and supposed encounters that fuel me.

Are you a fan, too? Luckily, we don't have to rely on Halloween happenings to indulge. There are options all year round.

A quick search led to an activity particularly close to me, Haunted Hillsborough Tours.

Armed with researched and validated stories, a guide takes guests on a spooky walking tour to an execution site, cemeteries and haunted houses. Through centuries old tales, Hillsborough's history is brought to life. And the guide is a central part of that history having been executed himself in June of 1771.

Enoch Pugh's life was taken by Governor Tryon. Not only was he a father and farmer, Enoch was also a brave fighter during the Battle of Alamance. Now, he spends his time sharing his story and a bit of Colonial history to anyone who will listen and learn.

Available tours include:

Original Historic Ghost Tour
'Haints Misbehaving' Ghost Tour
One-Mile 'Haints Misbehaving' Ghost Tour

According to the website, a kids' tour can soon be booked, Hills-BOO-rough Ghost Tour for Kids.

Haunted Hillsborough has annual memberships so you can attend multiple times per year at a discount. Each level comes with special perks. Visit the website for this information, reviews, and more.

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More haunted tours in North Carolina

Hillsborough is a fantastic place to be, but don't stop there. Other cities and towns have haunted tour options, too. Pick and choose from the list below.