Paranormal Discovery

Join us on the other side


Event Location

  

Don't miss this rare opportunity to participate in a paranormal investigation at the splendid 16th century Castle Menzies, seat of the Chiefs of Clan Menzies for over 400 years.  Exclusive overnight access to an intact castle, housing family portraits, clan museum, specimen pieces of furniture and walled garden within the grounds.  The event is being run by Paranormal Discovery, an experienced team of investigators who have investigated the castle before with good results.  All monies raised are not for profit and will go towards the Clan Menzies Trust and Paranormal Discovery's equipment fund. 

The castle is an impressive stone 16th century Z-plan tower house, with a large 19th century wing.  The older part has three storeys plus an attic, with the two projecting square towers each having five storeys.

  

Dates Available  

Friday, 29th August 2008

Places availale: 30 

Cost £55 per person

(over 18s only, buffet and refreshments included, no wheelchair access)

Times: 8.30 pm - 5.00 am  

History

The castle was occupied by Cromwell's General Monck in the 1650s and by the Jacobites in 1715.

Bonnie Prince Charlie stayed here in 1746 but in revenge the family were thrown out and the castle used by Hanoverian forces.  

New Northern wing built in the early 18th century (later demolished) and the West wing built in 1840.

Used as a Polish medical stores depot during the Second World War. 

 Acquired by the Clan Menzies Society in  1957. 

 

 

 

Paranormal Activity 

Several paranormal investigation teams have investiagted the castle with similar results.

Activity includes unexplained odours, disembodied voices, feelings of being followed on the stairs, apparitions of children, sensations of being pushed, doors closing of their own accord, window shutters closing by themselves, some visitors being too scared to even enter the castle! 

EVPS (Electronic Voice Phenomena) have also been recorded in the castle

 

 

 

Join Us

    

  

Payment can be made by Paypal,cheque or postal order. Following payment you will be sent a confirmation letter. You are required to bring this to the event with you as proof of payment.

To book online click here. 

IF paying by cheque/postal order then please e-mail the organiser stating how many places you would like reserved and for which event.  Remember to include your full name, address and telephone number.  Make your cheque payable to 'Paranormal Discovery' and send it to the address below.  Your places will be held for you and confirmed once the cheque is cleared, which may take up to 10 working days.  If a place is reserved via e-mail and no cheque/postal order is received within 7 days then the place will be lost. You would, of course, be welcome to book again.

 Contact us by 

 

 

Paranormal Discovery

110 Earn Crescent

Dundee 

DD2 4BR

Telephone: 07594800977 

 

 

 

 Introduction to the team
 Buffet supper
Protection methods
Tour of the castle pointing out areas of historical interest and paranormal activity 
Access to virtually all areas of the castle   
Unlimited tea and coffee throughout the night
Castle guidebook each  

A mix of scientific and mediumistic approaches to investigating 

Experienced paranormal investigators, including psychics, will accompany you all night 

Spirit communication methods 

Trigger object experiments 

Demonstration and use of  investigation equipment 

Vigils in haunted areas of the castle 

Opportunity to choose your own area for the last vigil 

End of investigation discussion

 
 

  

The buffet supper will be served in the magnificent Dewar room (above)  in the Victorian wing of the castle. 

 

 Please read our terms and conditions below before booking!  

 

Directions

 

  

Castle Menzies is located west of Weem, off the B846.  31 miles north-west of Perth, on the A9-A827-B846.  To view map click here.

Due to the remote location of the castle, own transport is recommended.  Public transport is infrequent in the area.  The castle is situated about 1/2 a mile from the village of Weem and 1 mile away from Aberfeldy.

Pitlochry railway Station is the nearest to Aberfeldy and runs direct services to Edinburgh, Glasgow, Inverness and London.

National Express and Citylink run coaches to Perth.  Stagecoach runs a service between Perth and Aberfeldy.

The event involves staying awake all night.  We highly recommend that accommodation is booked locally if driving.

To find guest houses and hotels around Aberfeldy click here.

      

Important Information

 

  • Over 18s only.
  • Places are pre-booked.  Nobody will be allowed access to the venue unless a place has been booked and paid for in advance.
  • The castle is not suitable for anyone with mobility problems.
  • Absolutely no smoking allowed  within the castle - there will be a designated smoking area outside.
  • The event involves being awake all night.  We recommend that you take steps to ensure that you are well rested prior to the event and strongy advise booking accommodation locally for the following day if driving. 
  • Absolutely no alcohol or recreational drugs are allowed on site.  Anyone who turns up at the event under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs will be refused entry or asked to leave.
  • Guests are asked to dress sensibly - flat shoes and warm clothing are advisable.
  • Anyone behaving in an offensive or inappropriate manner towards event organisers or other guests will be removed from the event and no refund will be given.
  • All personal belongings including: clothing, equipment & vehicles are your own responsibility.  Paranormal Discovery is not responsible for the safe custody of guests'  property, for its loss, damage or theft.  Any guest bringing valuable equipment, such as video cameras etc does so at their own risk.
  • Each guest is expected to act in a sensible manner.  Anyone causing malicious or deliberate damage or theft from any venue will have their names and addresses passed to the property owners and the local police. 
  • Paranormal investigation is about investigating the unknown therefore you are staying at the location at your own risk.  Paranormal Discovery accept no liability for any accident, distress, injury, psychological or illness attributed to this type of event.  You are reminded that experiencing paranormal phenomenon can cause extreme emotional reactions in some people.  It is therefore advisable for anyone with a pre-existing medical condition or if pregnant  to check with their doctor before attending.
  • Due to the very nature of paranormal investigations, we cannot guarantee any paranormal activity at any event.  However, the location has been chosen because of the alleged paranormal activity happening there.  The history of  paranormal activity has not been fabricated by the team and no acting or story-telling will take place during the event itself.  If any probable paranormal activity happens, it will be genuine and not the result of an intentional act of the team. There will be no deliberate effort to frighten anyone, for example by having an actor jumping out to scare the guests. 
  • No ouija boards will be used during the event.
  • We assume when you book a place for the event that you will be attending for the whole event (you will be asked to sign in and out for fire safety).  However, if you become distressed or unwell at any time you must alert one of the team immediately (there will be at least one first aider on site all night).  You will then be accompanied to our designated safe/rest area until you feel well enough to continue or wish to leave.
  • You are responsible for making your own decisions and it is understood that when our team members, psychics, mediums and clairvoyants suggest something to you, it should NOT be interpreted as the only course of action.
  • On occasion events may be cancelled due to situations beyond our control.  If this happens we will try to reschedule the event and transfer tickets.  If this is not possible or the rescheduled date is unsuitable for you then a full refund will be given.  Any expenses including travel incurred due to the cancellation of an event will not be refunded.
  • All guests will be required to sign a copy of these terms & conditions to say that they have understood them.
  • If paying by Paypal or purchasing via E-bay, please refer to the terms and conditions of these sites as well as our own.  Paranormal Discovery is not responsible for any errors made by these services. 
  • Guests' details will be kept confidential, however we do reserve the right to contact you from time to time with details of our own events.  If you do not wish to be on our mailing list please state this when booking your tickets.
  • Payments can be made using any of the following methods: Paypal, Cheque or Postal Order.  Payment must be made in full before the event.  Once full payment has been received, you will receive confirmation of your booking.  Places will only be secured once full payment has been received.
  • Following payment you will be sent a letter confirming your place/s at the event.  You will be asked to provide your confirmation letter upon arrival at the venue as proof of your booking.
  • We may amend these Terms and Conditions at any time by posting a variation on the Paranormal Disovery site without any prior notification.
  • Paranormal Discovery is solely responsible for bookings.  Do not contact the venue directly.
  • We have a no refund policy.  If you are unable to attend you will not receive a refund or a place on an alternative date.
  • You are welcome to bring any equipment you may have to use during the event.  The only exception is the use of flash photography by guests during vigils.  Photographs can be taken during the tour of the castle.  You are advised to bring a torch and spare batteries, pen and paper, a watch and snacks.
  • By booking a place/places you are accepting Paranormal Discovery's terms and conditions above.