We're excited to welcome a remarkable group of headliner paranormal speakers to Kindred Events, all of whom are renowned for their knowledge, charisma, and passion for the unexplained. These speakers on paranormal activities will share their experiences, personal stories, and research, making our Paranormal Festival Whitby 2027 the place to be for those seeking a connection with the otherworldly.
Barri Ghai is a British Paranormal Investigator and television presenter best known for his work on the series of: ‘Help! My House is Haunted!' ‘Celebrity Haunted Hotel Live'. ‘Unexplained: Caught on Camera.
He hosts investigations through his own company, ‘Ghostfinder Paranormal Society'
Barri Ghai is a respected paranormal investigator, television personality, author, and public speaker with over two decades of experience exploring some of the world's most intriguing haunted locations. Best known for his work on paranormal television and live investigations, Barri has built a reputation for combining a calm, methodical approach with a genuine passion for uncovering unexplained phenomena.
Throughout his career, he has investigated hundreds of reportedly haunted sites across the UK and internationally, working alongside experienced researchers, historians, and fellow investigators. His commitment to evidence-based investigation, combined with his engaging on-screen presence, has earned him a loyal following among paranormal enthusiasts.
In addition to television, Barri regularly appears at paranormal events, theatre tours, and public talks, where he shares his experiences, discusses investigative techniques, and invites audiences to explore the mysteries of the supernatural with an open yet critical mind. He is also an accomplished author, documenting his investigations and insights into the paranormal.
Whether leading investigations, presenting live events, or inspiring the next generation of paranormal researchers, Barri Ghai continues to be one of the UK's most recognisable and respected figures in the field of paranormal exploration
Richard Felix is a paranormal historian, author and story teller. He shot to fame as a result of his appearances of over 120 episodes of ‘Most Haunted'. Richard has produced several books, DVD's, podcasts on some of Britains most famous ghost stories and delivered lectures, talks and countless media appearances.
Richard Felix is a renowned British paranormal investigator, historian, author, and television personality, best known for his work in the field of ghost hunting. Over the years, Richard has developed a reputation for his passion for exploring the supernatural, particularly in relation to historical sites and locations with a rich, eerie past. He is perhaps most famous for his involvement in the long-running television series, Most Haunted, where he appeared as one of the show's key contributors starring in 120 episodes.
Richard's deep interest in the paranormal began at a young age, and his expertise grew as he studied the history and folklore of haunted places. He has authored several books on the subject and frequently gives lectures and conducts ghost tours, sharing his experiences and findings with the public. Known for his engaging and approachable style, Richard Felix has become a respected figure in the paranormal community, with a focus on blending history with the supernatural to offer a unique perspective on ghostly encounters.
Kindred Spirit Investigations
Melanie Clements is the founder and director of Kindred Spirit Investigations, a paranormal investigation team dedicated to exploring and documenting unexplained phenomena across the UK. With a passion for the supernatural and a strong belief in approaching investigations with professionalism and respect, Melanie has spent many years researching hauntings and helping people better understand their paranormal experiences.
Through Kindred Spirit Investigations, Melanie leads a team that works at a wide range of locations, from historic buildings and heritage sites to private homes reporting unusual activity. Her approach combines modern investigative equipment with careful observation, historical research, and a supportive attitude towards those experiencing unexplained events.
In addition to her investigative work, Melanie is also a past life regression practitioner and has a deep interest in the study of past lives and the ways in which previous experiences may influence our present lives. She enjoys exploring this fascinating area of spiritual research and helping people discover more about their own personal journeys through guided regression.
Melanie is also the organiser behind the North East's first paranormal and spiritual festival, Kindred Samhain, which was successfully launched in November 2025. The event brought together investigators, spiritual practitioners, speakers, and traders from across the paranormal and spiritual communities, creating a unique space for learning, exploration, and connection.
An active member of the paranormal events community, Melanie regularly attends festivals, talks, and investigations where she shares her experiences from the field. She enjoys discussing the realities of paranormal investigation, the importance of evidence gathering, and the fascinating stories that arise from real-life cases.
Dedicated, approachable, and passionate about the mysteries of the unknown, Melanie continues to investigate, research past life experiences, and inspire curiosity about the paranormal world.
In addition to our headline speakers, we're excited to welcome more outstanding voices from the world of paranormal investigation. These guests bring a mix of fresh perspectives, stories, and experiences to the festival for all to enjoy.
Sara is a social media influencer with growing platforms particularly on Tik Tok. She is noted for her good wit, honest approach and love of the paranormal.
Sara has been a content creator for 6 years, building her platforms across social media including Sara's World and the After dark. She is known for her spooky stories and her paranormal investigations, visiting various haunted locations across England.
Based in the North East, Sara thrives of visiting local paranormal hotspots and indulging in dark history. She brings her online community along for investigations hosting live streams to share the fear, the humour and a glimpse into the unknown.
Sara has grown her overall online presence to half a million followers and still growing, She is excited by fear and believes if she can convince just one sceptic that there is an afterlife her job is completed.
Eamonn is an innovate investigator who has a particular talent for capturing EVPs in a way no one else can! He was a regular on Most Haunted in 2015 to 2016.
In 2009 Eamonn Vann-Harris embarked on a singular line of inquiry in the field of transcommunication—the scientific study of purported contact with non-physical intelligences—after what he identifies as his first direct contact from “the other side.” That experience launched a sustained program of experimentation and engineering that has continued for more than a decade. By 2010 Eamonn and his team had engineered a two-way communication system that departs from conventional EVP/ITC approaches. Drawing on scalar energy principles, they developed what they call a “contact bridge”: a purpose-built platform designed to receive and render intelligible messages, voices and visual impressions from non-physical sources. Crucially, the group of communicators who respond through this system has remained remarkably consistent and active, producing an ongoing body of interactive phenomena that the team documents and analyses. Eamonn founded NewWorldScience in 2009 to formalise and advance this work. Through the foundation he leads the bespoke design, fabrication and refinement of scalar-based instruments and protocols—an original methodology distinct from established EVP and instrumental transcommunication practices. The foundation's approach emphasises rigorous documentation, iterative engineering and long-term engagement with recurring communicative patterns. Public and scholarly interest in Eamonn's work has grown steadily. Since 2014 he has presented his methods and demonstrations on a wide range of television programs and documentaries—among them Most Haunted, Celebrity Haunted and UKHaunted (Discovery Socials)—introducing live, responsive examples of two-way contact to broad audiences. These appearances have elevated discussion within both popular and research communities and helped spur collaborative enquiry into the scientific, technical and phenomenological aspects of transcommunication. The results reported by NewWorldScience are notable for their consistency and apparent adaptability: a continuing series of intelligent, evolving exchanges that challenge conventional assumptions about time-bound, one-way recordings. Eamonn Vann-Harris invites researchers and the public alike to consider a broader question: that communication may not be constrained by our usual temporal and spatial frameworks, and that meaningful, reciprocal contact could be an unfolding frontier for scientific investigation.
Dr. Kate Cherrell is an award-winning paranormal historian, author, broadcaster, and lecturer specialising in Victorian Spiritualism, folklore, and Gothic history. With a PhD in 19th-century Gothic studies, she has appeared on numerous television programmes as a historical expert, published widely on paranormal history and heritage, and is the author of the Gothic novel Begotten. Through her research, media work, and public lectures, she has become a respected voice in making the history and culture of the supernatural accessible to modern audiences.
We are thrilled to welcome Kate Cherell to this years line up!
Dr Kate Cherrell is a writer, broadcaster, paranormal historian, and award-winning investigator specialising in Victorian Spiritualism, death culture, British folklore, and the history of the supernatural. Holding a PhD in 19th-century Gothic studies, she combines academic research with public engagement, making complex historical subjects accessible to wide audiences.
A sought-after speaker and media contributor, Kate has appeared on television and radio programmes exploring paranormal history and investigation, including Haunted Homecoming, Unexplained: Caught on Camera, Weird Britain, and other documentary projects. Her work examines the cultural, social, and historical contexts of belief, haunting, and the supernatural.
Kate writes extensively on topics including Victorian mourning traditions, séance culture, folklore, cemeteries, and paranormal investigation. She is the author of the gothic novel Begotten and has contributed to numerous publications, lectures, podcasts, and heritage projects throughout the UK.
Known for her engaging and evidence-based approach to the unexplained, Kate continues to bridge the gap between scholarship and popular culture, bringing the stories of ghosts, folklore, and the Victorian fascination with the afterlife to contemporary audiences.
Kate Rae is a paranormal investigator, researcher, and author with a passion for exploring folklore and the supernatural.
Kate Rae is a paranormal investigator, researcher and writer. She regularly contributes to Haunted Magazine, has written essays for a variety of text about the supernatural. Having authored two of her own books The Woolly Snotts and the Boggers, she has recently co authored Fae'd Away and Blood Mark. Kate has made appearances on Help My House is Haunted, and The Supernatural UK as well as yet to be aired Weird Britain and Fae Folk documentary. Her background in teaching lends itself to giving talks and workshops about various subjects of high strangeness.
Jay Austin is the owner and founder of The Anomalies Archives, which is a platform dedicated to the serious exploration of serious UFO phenomenon.
Jay Austin is a respected independent researcher, investigative journalist, lecturer, and podcast host specialising in the study of Unidentified Anomalous Phenomena (UAP) and the evolving global conversation surrounding disclosure. With a commitment to serious, evidence-based inquiry, Jay has dedicated more than a decade to examining one of the most intriguing and consequential subjects of our time.
His interest in the phenomenon began at the age of 14 following a personal sighting that sparked a lifelong pursuit of understanding. What started as a fascination soon developed into a rigorous research journey focused on separating credible evidence from speculation and exploring the historical, scientific, governmental, and societal implications of the UAP mystery.
Prior to his work in research and journalism, Jay enjoyed careers as a professional wrestler, mixed martial artist, and artist. Drawing upon the discipline and resilience developed through those pursuits, he transitioned into investigative research and public communication, bringing a methodical and open-minded approach to the subject.
In 2013, Jay entered the field publicly with the launch of his website, Ufology UK. As both his own understanding and the wider conversation surrounding the phenomenon evolved, so too did the platform. Recognising the shift from the traditional term "UFO" (Unidentified Flying Object) to the more encompassing and internationally adopted term "UAP" (Unidentified Anomalous Phenomena), he rebranded the project as The Anomaly Archives—a platform dedicated to documenting, preserving, and analysing credible cases, historical records, witness testimony, and developments within the disclosure movement.
Over the past five years, Jay has become a regular speaker and lecturer at paranormal and anomalous studies conferences, conventions, and public events throughout the United Kingdom. His presentations are known for their balanced, research-driven approach, combining historical context with analysis of current developments within government, military, and intelligence communities.
As a podcast host and broadcaster, Jay reaches an international audience through discussions with researchers, experiencers, whistleblowers, academics, journalists, and subject-matter experts. He is a regular contributor and co-host, alongside Coley Weber, on the U.S.-based radio programme SNX, where they examine breaking developments, historical cases, and the wider implications of ongoing disclosure efforts.
Jay has also appeared as a guest on numerous podcasts and media platforms, where he is frequently sought after for his knowledge of historical UAP encounters, government investigations, and the rapidly changing landscape of disclosure. His research places particular emphasis on connecting historical incidents with modern revelations, helping audiences understand how decades of documented cases fit into the current narrative.
With 2026 already proving to be a landmark year in the history of UAP disclosure, Jay continues to provide informed analysis of developments that many believe are bringing society closer than ever to official acknowledgement of the phenomenon. Through The Anomaly Archives, his public speaking, investigative work, and broadcasting, he remains committed to pursuing the facts, preserving historical records, and contributing responsibly to one of the most significant and enduring mysteries of the modern era.
Neil Packer is a prominent figure in the paranormal community. He is known for his work at HAPRC (Haunted Antiques Paranormal Research Centre, Ghost Planet Network and is the organiser of ParaMeet, an annual Paranormal Festival.
Neil has been involved in the paranormal for over 15 years. For eight years he operated the haunted antiques paranormal research centre in Hinckley, until it closed in April 2026. Neil also organises the annual weekend ParaMeet convention which has been going for 4 years which includes the GPN paranormal awards. He and some of his potentially haunted items have featured on numerous tv shows.
Penny is a podcast host, historian and author. She has appeared as resident historian on ‘Help My House is Haunted' and is best known for her ‘Haunted Histories Podcast'. She is a respected ‘ghost hunter' and gifted writer.
Penny has had an in interest in all things unusual from a young age after experiencing seeing a light anomaly in an old barn in the village that she grew up in. Her love of history has led her to visit as many museums, old buildings and ruins as humanly possible and fast forward some years and she was given the chance to embrace both her loves by both producing and presenting the Haunted Histories podcast.
She has been featured in a national newspaper, been interviewed on radio, tv and other podcasts, was a regular historian on “Help! My House is Haunted” , a guest on the recent “A history of the paranormal” documentary, a regular speaker at paranormal events around the UK and is also a feature writer for Haunted magazine. If that was not enough, she is a published author, her six current books are available via Amazon, and a seventh is on the way.
Somehow she also finds time to be a wife, mum of two boys (three if you include her dog) , lift weights at that gym and is partial to playing the drums.
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