Derek Acorah's Ghost Towns

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  • 2005
  • 3 Seasons
  • 6.1  (54)

Derek Acorah's Ghost Towns was a popular supernatural documentary series that aired on Sky Living in the UK back in 2005. The show was hosted by the famous British psychic and medium, Derek Acorah, who was known for his ability to communicate with the dead and to investigate haunted locations.

The premise of the show was simple: Acorah and his team would travel to different towns across the UK that were believed to be haunted, and they would spend a few days investigating the paranormal activity in these locations. Each episode of the series focused on a different town, and Acorah would use his psychic abilities to try and communicate with the spirits that were said to haunt these places.

Throughout the show, viewers were treated to a mix of spooky re-enactments, live investigations, and interviews with locals who claimed to have experienced paranormal activity. Acorah's team would often use a variety of high-tech equipment, such as thermal cameras and EVP recorders, to try and capture evidence of the supernatural.

One of the things that made Derek Acorah's Ghost Towns so compelling was the mix of locations that were featured in the series. Some of the episodes focused on well-known haunted sites, such as the Tower of London and Hampton Court Palace, while others featured more obscure locations, like the haunted pub in Pluckley, Kent or a derelict asylum in Derbyshire.

Of course, the real star of the show was Derek Acorah himself. Acorah was a warm and charismatic presence on screen, and viewers were drawn to his ability to seemingly communicate with the dead. While some skeptics were quick to point out that Acorah's methods were unscientific, there's no denying that he was a master at creating a spooky atmosphere and keeping viewers on the edge of their seats.

Aside from his psychic abilities, Acorah also had a charming and relatable personality that made him a favorite among viewers. He would often open up about his own experiences with the paranormal, and he had a knack for putting the people he interviewed at ease.

One of the most interesting aspects of the show was the way in which it explored the history and folklore of each town that was featured. Acorah and his team would often visit local museums and archives to learn more about the stories behind the hauntings, and this added an extra layer of depth to each episode.

All in all, Derek Acorah's Ghost Towns was a spooky and entertaining show that appealed to both fans of the supernatural and those with a general interest in history and folklore. While it's been over a decade since the show last aired, it remains a cult favorite among fans of the paranormal.

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Seasons
Scariest Locations Part 2
10. Scariest Locations Part 2
December 5, 2006
A compilation of the best ghost towns throughout the series. Part 2.
Best Of (Continued)
10. Best Of (Continued)
 
This entertaining and unnerving paranormal show sees the public lead the investigation as new and exciting phenomena are revealed. Acclaimed medium Derek Acorah takes viewers to a town to unearth the mysteries that have plagued local residents for years.
Best Of
9. Best Of
 
This entertaining and unnerving paranormal show sees the public lead the investigation as new and exciting phenomena are revealed. Acclaimed medium Derek Acorah takes viewers to a town to unearth the mysteries that have plagued local residents for years.
Greenwich
8. Greenwich
November 28, 2006
A garden in a home in Greenwich is the site for a treasure hunt.
Glasgow
7. Glasgow
November 21, 2006
In this sixth episode, team investigate an ghost ship in Glasgow and Derek channels an evil entity who tries to strangle Rhodri in The Tron Theatre.
Guildford
6. Guildford
November 14, 2006
The team uncover evidence of Ouija board activity in a Guildford pub.
Dorchester
5. Dorchester
November 7, 2006
According to a landlady of the George pub in Dorchester has a mysterious entity.
Worcester
4. Worcester
October 24, 2006
Derek is in Worchester where he spends a night channeling spirits with the team. A pottery museum, a hair salon and a pen shop haunted by murdering Satanists are this episodes_4-18 locations of paranormal activity.
Stirling
3. Stirling
October 17, 2006
It's off to Stiring, Scotland where a woman is convinced her life is ruined by a spirit within her home. Meanwhile, a private home has ghostly activity in its basement.
Chester
2. Chester
October 10, 2006
A Roman museum, a private home whose bar has ghosts and a hairdressing salon are all the stops for Derek, Rhodi and Mylenne this episode, assuring a truly frightful experience.
Swansea
1. Swansea
October 3, 2006
Derek and the team examine a private haunted home in Swansea, a tattoo shop and a local heritage center where a shape shifter has an frightening experience with Mylenne.
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  • Premiere Date
    November 7, 2005
  • IMDB Rating
    6.1  (54)
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