Step Into the Shadows: Paranormal Vigil at Old Gundagai Gaol

As night falls, dare to enter the haunted halls of Old Gundagai Gaol, where the past lingers and restless spirits wait. This is more than a ghost hunt—it’s a journey into the unknown, where the echoes of the past whisper their secrets to the brave. Will you be bold enough to face the spectral inhabitants of this forsaken prison?

APPI: Your Guides to the Beyond

Led by the Australian Paranormal Phenomenon Investigators (APPI), with over 40 years of collective experience, we invite you to explore the mysteries within these walls. With cutting-edge tools and expert investigators, you’ll step beyond the veil into a world few dare to enter.

Experience the Thrill of the Unknown

Use advanced ghost-hunting equipment.
Participate in experiments designed to reach the spirit world.
Be mentored by seasoned investigators with global expertise.

An Unforgettable Night Awaits

For three intense hours, under the cover of darkness, you’ll explore the eerie corridors of the gaol. Facilities are basic, so come prepared—no distractions, no spirits of the liquid kind, only the spirits of the gaol.

Will You Answer the Call?

Join us on 4 January 2025 from 7:30pm to 10:30pm at Old Gundagai Gaol. Will you leave unchanged, or carry the touch of the other side with you?

Tickets: $75pp | Ages 16+ (accompanied by an adult)

What is a ghost hunt?

A ghost hunt is an exciting, hands-on experience where participants join seasoned investigators to explore haunted locations in search of paranormal activity. Here’s what your night will look like:

1. Introduction & Equipment Briefing*
The event begins with an introduction to the site’s history and known hauntings. Investigators will explain what the night will entail, and will take you on a quick walk around of both buildings.

2. Dividing Into Teams
The group will be divided into smaller teams to cover different areas of the site. Investigators will guide you through various parts of the locations—each with its own ghostly reputation.

3. Investigative Techniques
Participants will use the equipment as they move through the site, paying close attention to sudden temperature drops, mysterious sounds, or strange EMF readings.

4. Exploration of Paranormal Hotspots
Every location has specific areas known for paranormal activity. You’ll visit these “hotspots,” where sightings, noises, and unexplained events have been reported.

5. Debrief & Evidence Review
At the end of the hunt, the group regathers to discuss the night’s findings.

6. Safety & Respect
Throughout the event, there is an emphasis on safety and respect for both the spirits and the location. Investigators ensure the group follows safety guidelines and maintains a respectful approach to paranormal exploration.

Ghost hunts offer a thrilling combination of history, mystery, and personal discovery, allowing participants to experience the unexplained in an authentic and controlled environment.

Date: 4 January 2025
Time: 7:30pm to 9:30pm
Location: Old Gundagai Gaol, Cnr of Byron Street & First Avenue, Gundagai
Price: $75pp

This event is for those 16 years and older who are accompanied by an adult.

These tours are run in agreement with the Cootamundra-Gundagai Regional Council.

HISTORY

Following the devastating 1852 flood, the town lock-up needed to be rebuilt as a watch-house or gaol. Alexander Dawson, the colonial architect, designed the building and Charles Hardy won the tender for it’s construction in 1859. Hardy and Hodson builders completed further additions in 1861, and in 1863 a kitchen was built for the gaol, designed by James Barner, the Government Architect. The magnificent stone boundary wall which still stands today was constructed in 1866.

The gaol consists of a cluster of structures including, The Gaolers residence, the external kitchen block, the hospital (original gaol), the gaol including exercise yard, an outhouse, outbuilding, a well and archaeological remains.

Prisoners with short-term sentences who had been sentenced at Gundagai or at courts in the surrounding district were incarcerated in the Gundagai Gaol. Prisoners, including bushrangers, who were in transit to other gaols were also accommodated there. Although no longer in use, Gundagai Gaol is one of the few remaining gaol compounds dating from 1859 and a rare and largely intact example of its type.

In 1870 the Gundagai Gaol was classed as a ‘lock-up’ or ‘proclaimed gaol’ and could accommodate from four to twenty prisoners. During this year the actual number of prisoners received included 4 debtors; 19 males and 2 females awaiting trial; 55 males and 3 females ‘in transit’; 11 males under sentence to labour; 7 males and 3 females sentenced to imprisonment; with none in solitary confinement. The greatest number received at one time totaled 9.

Gundagai Gaol was closed in the 1970’s and a holding cell was constructed at the Gundagai Police Station in Byron Street.

Please note: Because of the way the Old Gaol was constructed and the slope of the land, it is difficult to access for those with limited mobility. We are sorry for the inconvenience. There are stairways to navigate and uneven pathways.

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All payments are non-refundable and non-transferable.
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