NEIDPATH CASTLE
FRIDAY 13TH FEBRUARY 2026
9PM -2AM
This is a first time for us!
Join us as we investigate this BEAUTIFUL Scottish Castle.
It is thought that the present castle was built by Sir William Hay in the late 14th century.
late 17th century, When Neidpath was in the possession of Sir William Douglas, he had three daughters, the youngest of whom was named Jean.
Jean fell in love with the son of the Laird of Tushielaw, and although the family had property, the laird’s son was not considered to be of high enough birth to be a suitable match for Jean.
Sir William refused to sanction the marriage, and sent the young man away, hoping that Jean would forget all about him.
But poor Jean was devastated. She spent months watching from the castle ramparts, praying for the return of her lover. She became ill and her health deteriorated.
Eventually one day he did return, but so weak and emaciated was Jean that he did not recognise her and rode past the castle without acknowledging her. This was too much for Jean to take, and she died of a broken heart. Jean is said to haunt the castle to this day.
The ghostly figure of a woman wearing a long brown dress with a large white collar has been sighted walking the castle ramparts, still waiting for her lover to return to her. Sir Walter Scott, writing in the 19th century, immortalises Jean in his ballad, The Maid of Neidpath.
FAQs
*Your event will start at 9pm and finish at 2am. Tea, coffee , small snacks will be provided on the night.
*NO DRUGS OR ALCOHOL- Please be aware that anyone deemed to be under the influence of drugs or alcohol will be unable to participate in the event. In such cases, no refunds or alternative dates will be offered.
*You will have the opportunity to use and familiarise yourself with the Ghost Hunting Equipment we use in different vigils. Feel free to bring your own too!
*Please be aware we CANNOT guarantee spirit activity however we will try our best to encourage spirit to come forward. Remember spirits were once like us! Some like to talk some don’t.
*Not every experience may be paranormal and maintaining a balanced perspective is part of the fun of the event.
OVER 18S ONLY
NO PREGNANT LADIES PLEASE
THIS VENUE IS NOT SUITABLE FOR WHEELCHAIR USERS OR THOSE WITH MOBILITY ISSUES