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Macdonald Bear Hotel
Woodstock, Oxfordshire
A mother named Elizabeth, and her son, Christopher, are seen here; Christopher is quite playful with the guests. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)
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The Holt Hotel
woodstock, Oxfordshire
5 miles from woodstock, UK-K2
A highwayman named Claude Duval occupied this building and killed the former landlord. In Room 3, guests feel as if they are being watched and beds shake by themselves. Sometimes, heavy footsteps are heard walking down the hall. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)
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University of Oxford
Oxford, England
7 miles from woodstock, UK-K2
Oxford is the second-oldest surviving university in the world, dating back to 1096. The most commonly reported ghost is that of a former master named Obadiah Walker, seen in the front quad. King Charles I, beheaded in his prime, is seen at Christ Church College, as has one of his ...
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Oxford Castle
Oxford, Oxfordshire
7.2 miles from woodstock, UK-K2
Full-bodied shadows and faces have appeared on camera here. A woman is seen at the castle mound, white mist is seen by the stairs, and footsteps are commonly heard. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)
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The Bell Hotel
Winslow, Buckinghamshire
19.6 miles from woodstock, UK-K2
The former owner of the hotel, Angelina, was pushed down the stairs by her lover when he learned she was pregnant. She is still here, as are two other spirits that can't seem to cross over. The first is the spirit of a little girl looking for her family, the ...
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Ettington Park Hotel
woodstock, Warwickshire
23.4 miles from woodstock, UK-K2
This location was used as the set for the 1963 horror film The Haunting, but the location itself has more to offer. Reports of several Victorian-era ghosts are seen including that of a woman, a servant, and former occupants Edward Shirley, as well as two of the Shirley children who ...
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Ettington Park Hotel
Alderminster, Warwickshire
23.4 miles from woodstock, UK-K2
A woman named Lady Emma is seen in a white dress floating through walls. In the library, a man has been seen accompanied by a dog, and a Victorian woman has been seen throughout. A monk, an army officer, and two children who drowned are also reported here. (Submitted by Chris ...
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Jolly Tar Inn and Public House
woodstock, Swindon
23.6 miles from woodstock, UK-K2
Guests and staff alike have encountered the apparition of a tall man who haunts the establishment. Other strange activity reported hear includes ghostly laughter and strange noises. (Submitted by Callum Swift)
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The Hellfire Caves
West Wycombe, Buckinghamshire
26.1 miles from woodstock, UK-K2
A man named Paul Whitehead was once the secretary to the Hellfire Club. After his death in 1774, he wanted his heart to be placed in an urn which was on display until it was stolen. He seen wandering around, supposedly looking for his heart. A ghost of a teenager ...
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The George and Dragon Hotel
woodstock, Buckinghamshire
26.2 miles from woodstock, UK-K2
A spirit who has since become known as "The White Lady" has been seen here. She is believed to have killed by a former lover and her footsteps can heard throughout the location. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)
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Harrow Inn
Wanborough, Swindon
26.4 miles from woodstock, UK-K2
People have reported hearing the sounds of a spectral horse and coaches crashing outside the inn, and seeing a worried man in period clothing rushing through the inn as if searching for something. (Submitted by Callum Swift)
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The Planks Auction Rooms
Swindon, Swindon
28.4 miles from woodstock, UK-K2
These historic auction rooms have been converted to apartments, but alleged hauntings have been reported ever since there conversion. Tenants have reported loud crashes and bangs when there is no one around, and a pale face that peers from the upper floor windows before vanishing. (Submitted by Callum Swift)
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Clifton Hotel and Brewery
Swindon, Swindon
28.8 miles from woodstock, UK-K2
This hotel and brewery is haunted by a poltergeist who likes to throw glasses and break sherry bottles. (Submitted by Callum Swift)
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Chiseldon House Hotel
Chiseldon, Swindon
29.3 miles from woodstock, UK-K2
There are reports of a poltergeist haunting this historic hotel, including pictures that move by themselves and the sound of a cannon being fired emanating from the downstairs kitchen. (Submitted by Callum Swift)
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The Check Inn
woodstock, Swindon
29.5 miles from woodstock, UK-K2
Staff and customers at this old pub have reported seeing apparitions in period clothing wandering through the bar area that vanish suddenly when approached. Various visitors have reported experiencing the vision of a man in a powdered wig writing poetry. (Submitted by Callum Swift)
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Littlecote House
woodstock, England
30.8 miles from woodstock, UK-K2
Will Darrell once occupied this home until death from a horseback accident. His ghost, as well as a woman in blue have been reported. Perhaps one of the more stranger sightings is that of a midwife carrying a baby; they are thought to have died in a fire started by ...
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Watlington House
Reading, England
31.4 miles from woodstock, UK-K2
Former occupant, Captain Edward Purvis is said to remain here. Sometimes he is seen throughout here; an investigation or two won't hurt to find out if he's alone or not. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)
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Mill Street
Prestbury, Gloucestershire
31.4 miles from woodstock, UK-K2
A headless horsemen is seen riding down this street. He was knocked off of his horse, interrogated for his political connections, then beheaded. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)
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Delapre Abbey
Northampton, Northamptonshire
31.7 miles from woodstock, UK-K2
In the fifteenth century, the Battle of Northampton took place here. Along with the ghosts of deceased soldiers, nuns are also reported here. In the cellar, objects move and voices are heard. The enery responsible for it isn't said to be a good one. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)
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Warwick Castle
Warwick, Warwickshire
31.8 miles from woodstock, UK-K2
Sir Fulke Greville, a poet, playwright, and later, Commissioner of Treasury, restored this castle to the condition that it currently remains in, but was murdered by his servant after an argument ensued. Greville died here and has been seen in his former study room, sometimes standing in the shadows watching ...
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Woburn Abbey
woodstock, England
32 miles from woodstock, UK-K2
The Abbot of Woburn denounced the king and was hanged for his opinion; he was seen standing beside the old tree from which he hanged, yet, is no longer thought to be there. In the Butler's Pantry, a strange brown blur is seen (said to resemble a monk). Duchess Mary ...
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Saracens Head Inn
Amersham, Buckinghamshire
32.5 miles from woodstock, UK-K2
A 17th century woman is said to remain here as is the ghost of another figure, yet to be identified. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)
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Crown Inn
woodstock, Wiltshire
33.9 miles from woodstock, UK-K2
Guests hear have been harassed by an unseen presence, which blows on their necks, pushes them, brushes against them and even twists their ears. (Submitted by Callum Swift)
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Old Hankerton Vicarage
woodstock, Wiltshire
35 miles from woodstock, UK-K2
A former resident of the early twentieth century vicarage reportedly saw a disembodied pair of legs dressed in grey flannel trousers wandering through the property before vanishing on several occasions. (Submitted by Callum Swift)
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The Avebury Stone Circle
Avebury, Wiltshire
37.1 miles from woodstock, UK-K2
A certain energy is given off by the stones here; one man was crushed to death in the 14th century by one of these monoliths and other legends give the idea that these stones are protected by guardians. Shadowy figures are seen among them and voices are heard singing at ...
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The Red Lion
woodstock, Wiltshire
37.1 miles from woodstock, UK-K2
A woman named Florie was thrown down a well after being caught having an affair. She is known to throw things, haunt the ladies' washroom, and has been seen walking about. A bearded man has also been reported here. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)
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The Lodge
Avebury, Wiltshire
37.2 miles from woodstock, UK-K2
This historic bed and breakfast is haunted by at least three apparitions. Guests have seen the apparition of a young woman, a man in Georgian clothing and a phantom coach drawn by four jet black horses. Staff have heard a voice which speaks to them in French. (Submitted by Callum Swift)
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Avebury Church
Avebury, Wiltshire
37.2 miles from woodstock, UK-K2
A local riding past the churchyard on a bicycle reported seeing a tall white apparition standing there. I myself have visited this church, and have seen a shadowy figure sitting at a pew near the front. After mentioning this comment to a local, he reported having seen strange lights and ...
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Chapel Cottage
woodstock, England
37.3 miles from woodstock, UK-K2
Townspeople believe a witch used to live on this old cottage on Forest Road, and people driving past the cottage have reported seeing her peering out from the upper floor of the building. (Submitted by Callum Swift)
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Brownsover Hall Hotel
Rugby, Warwickshire
37.6 miles from woodstock, UK-K2
A rather cruel man nicknamed 'One-Handed Boughton’ continued his reign of terror even after his death. His ghost was so vicious, a team of clergymen attempted to exorcise his spirit, but he only returned later on. Footsteps, groaning, growling, and other unusual noises are still heard. Mysterious figures have also ...
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Three Legged Cross
Warfield, England
37.7 miles from woodstock, UK-K2
Now closed, a gypsy was said to have cursed the pub; not long after, the owner fell ill and died. The gypsy herself is seen wandering around nearby. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)
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The Old Bell Hotel and Restaurant
Malmesbury, Wiltshire
38.2 miles from woodstock, UK-K2
The Grey Lady is seen in the James Ody room; she was said to have an unhappy marriage and wound up here. In the Foe room, the door was jammed from the inside, but when workers went inside to investigate, found nothing wrong. Objects have been smashed and cold spots ...
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Coombe Abbey Hotel
woodstock, Warwickshire
39.2 miles from woodstock, UK-K2
A hooded monk is seen, thought to be Abbott Geoffrey; Geoffrey was murdered in 1345 (perhaps he's the poltergeist also reported in the kitchen). A young woman named Matilda also has a history with this house. She had become pregnant by the master of the house, yet he refused to ...
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Windsor Castle
Windsor, Windsor and Maidenhead
39.7 miles from woodstock, UK-K2
The ghosts of Henry VIII (seen wandering in the halls), Anne Boleyn (seen in the Dean's Cloister looking out the window), Queen Elizabeth I (usually wearing all black), King George III (usually seen throughout, looking out of the windows), and Queen Victoria (seen throughout) have all been reported here. (Submitted by ...
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South Hill Park
Bracknell, England
39.8 miles from woodstock, UK-K2
A fire in the 19th century took the lives of two children. They are reported throughout the property. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)
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Coundon Court
woodstock, England
41.2 miles from woodstock, UK-K2
A nanny fell to her death here and had been seen by staff members on the staircase by the library. The founder of the academy, George Singer, has also been seen from time to time looking out the window. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)
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Manor Farm House
woodstock, Wiltshire
41.4 miles from woodstock, UK-K2
Reportedly haunted by an elderly woman who was decapitated after her burial by a corrupt man. She haunts the manor house where she passed away and is reportedly covered in blood. (Submitted by Callum Swift)
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Salisbury A30
Hook, Hampshire
42 miles from woodstock, UK-K2
A highwayman named William Boulter was hung for crimes. He is said to be seen along portions of the road. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)
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Woodchester Mansion
woodstock, Gloucestershire
42.2 miles from woodstock, UK-K2
The chapel is said to have the most activity; it is said that Satanic rituals once took place in here and with it. A tall apparition as well as an element have settled in, possibly because of it. Other figures around the mansion include an elderly woman who grabs visitors, ...
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White Rose Cottage
woodstock, England
42.3 miles from woodstock, UK-K2
The apparition of a lady in a black dress has been moving around the house at night as if she is protecting something. (Submitted by Callum Swift)
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Haunted Lighthouses: Phantom Keepers, Ghostly Shipwrecks, and Sinister Calls From the Deep
Ray Jones
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The Ostrich
Slough, Slough
42.4 miles from woodstock, UK-K2
The murders in this inn was the basis for Sweeney Todd; wealthy travelers were stripped of all useful items, then a level would open up a trapdoor where the victim would fall into a boiling pot of fat where they would die. Most of the activity is upstairs where the ...
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Ickenham tube station
Ickenham, Greater London
42.4 miles from woodstock, UK-K2
A woman wearing a red scarf fell onto the track and was electrocuted to death in the 1950's. People have reported seeing her here, recognizing her by her scarf. Submitted by Chris Berglund
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Old Rectory
All Cannings, Wiltshire
42.5 miles from woodstock, UK-K2
The rectory is haunted by a Grey Lady, who has been seen standing at the foot of people's beds. (Submitted by Callum Swift)
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Owlpen Manor
woodstock, Gloucestershire
43.2 miles from woodstock, UK-K2
Four ghosts have made their presence known here: the first if that of Queen Margaret of Anjou who returned here in death because of the joy it brought her in life. In the east wing, a monk in black; people are unsure whether or not he was fleeing from a ...
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Magpie
Chippenham, England
43.6 miles from woodstock, UK-K2
This store is located in a former tavern, and is believed to be haunted by three apparitions. The first is that of a man in a Trilby hat, who has been seen by staff and customers on the ground floor. The other apparitions are of a middle-aged woman and her ...
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Five Alls Public House
Chippenham, England
44.3 miles from woodstock, UK-K2
The public house is rumoured to be haunted by an old woman, a former tenant of the inn. People have reported furniture moving around by itself and lights that turn on and off by themselves. (Submitted by Callum Swift)
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Brocket Arms
woodstock, Hertfordshire
44.9 miles from woodstock, UK-K2
A priest who was either tried and hanged or, rather, committed suicide is said to haunt here. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)
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The Black Swan Hotel
Devizes, Wiltshire
45 miles from woodstock, UK-K2
A woman in a white dress is seen throughout the hotel, usually floating in and out of walls. In the cellar, visitors report faces showing up in photos (coming out of the walls). (Submitted by Chris Berglund)
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Palace Cinema
Devizes, Wiltshire
45 miles from woodstock, UK-K2
The cinema is haunted by the apparitions of two men in period clothing, who have been seen in the lounge and on the staircase. The projectionist booth is also haunted, with reports of cold spots and the sensation of an unseen presence. During closing hours, staff reportedly hear loud footsteps ...
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Upstairs and Downstairs Antiques
Devizes, Wiltshire
45.1 miles from woodstock, UK-K2
Paranormal occurrences reported by staff working here include disembodied footsteps and the inexplicable smell of smoke. (Submitted by Callum Swift)
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