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Castle Rising
castle rising, Norfolk
Former French royalty, Queen Isabella, was thought to be responsible for the death of King Edward II (see: Berkeley Castle). After his death, she lived the rest of her life here and was said to have gone mad. People have heard screaming and maniacal laughter. Apparitions and mist have also ...
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Sandringham House
castle rising, Norfolk
Poltergeist activity is reported here; books fly off of shelves, blankets are pulled, footsteps are heard, cold blasts of air are felt, lights turn off and on, and a wheezing noise is heard. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)
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Raynham Hall
castle rising, Norfolk
12.8 miles from castle rising, UK-I9
Quite possibly the most famous ghost photo was taken at this location. The ghost of Lady Dorothy Walpole (referred to as 'The Brown Lady') has been seen here since the 1830's. She has been throughout the building wearing a brown dress. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)
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The Muckleburgh Collection
castle rising, Norfolk
28.8 miles from castle rising, UK-I9
Ghost lights have been seen near the World War I pill box and are thought to be ghosts of some women who were killed during the war. Odd noises and phenomenom are picked up near a Russian tank and are believed to be that of the museum founder, Berry Savory. (Submitted ...
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The Bell Inn
Thetford, Norfolk
28.9 miles from castle rising, UK-I9
Former keeper, Elizabeth Radcliffe still haunts her old property, as does a hooded monk seen in the main suite bedroom. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)
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The Bell Inn
Thetford, Norfolk
28.9 miles from castle rising, UK-I9
Guests feel watched, smell perfume or grow cold here. They have reported seeing a monk in the main bedroom suite and have seen the former landlady, Elizabeth, in the drawing room. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)
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RAF East Kirby
East Kirkby, Lincolnshire
31 miles from castle rising, UK-I9
The control tower has the most activity; people report hearing footsteps and feeling like they aren't alone. Numerous accidents have taken place here and those victims might be the ones responsible. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)
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Peterborough Museum
Peterborough, Peterborough
34.4 miles from castle rising, UK-I9
With a trip here, you might find yourself face to face with Thomas Hunter, who died during World War I. A sword in the gallery is to have a Roman soldier attached to it; another dark presence is on the first floor by recreation or period shops. Objects are thrown, ...
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Peterborough Museum and Art Gallery
Peterborough, Peterborough
34.4 miles from castle rising, UK-I9
Before it was a museum, this was a World War I hospital. An Australian named Thomas Hunter has been seen here since hours after his passing in 1916; he is usually on the staircase. In the cellar, a hooded figure slams doors and throws objects. Some five other ghosts are ...
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Cromer Pier
Cromer, Norfolk
35.4 miles from castle rising, UK-I9
The theater at the end of this pier (The Pavillion Theatre) is said to be haunted by Irish impressario, Dick Condon; some performers have claimed to see his spirit on the stage while shows are performed. Poltergeist activity and a man with a tall black hat have also been reported, ...
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Joan Holub
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The Maids Head Hotel
Norwich, Norfolk
36 miles from castle rising, UK-I9
The two most commonly reported spirits are those of a woman said to be a former (whose presence is detected by the smell of lavender) and an elderly man in the courtyard (thought to be a former mayor of the city). (Submitted by Chris Berglund)
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Old Ferry Boat Inn
castle rising, England
39.8 miles from castle rising, UK-I9
A woman named Juliet Tewsley hung herself on March 17th, 1050 after suffering from a case of a bad broken heart. She is said to return every March 17th on the eve of her suicide. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)
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RAF Metheringham
castle rising, Lincolnshire
41.7 miles from castle rising, UK-I9
A young woman is often reported on the side of the road trying to get help. She'll often get into the vehicle of the driver (if permitted), but vanish before she reaches her destination (as well as leave behind a foul odour). She is believed to be a young woman ...
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University of Cambridge
Cambridge, England
43.9 miles from castle rising, UK-I9
The University of Cambridge dates back to 1209 and has been ranked as one of the best universities in the world. With quite a history, it should be no surprise that Cambridge has had its share of paranormal reports. In the Old Master's Lodge, Henry Butts took his own life ...
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The Talbot Hotel
Oundle, Northamptonshire
45.6 miles from castle rising, UK-I9
A lady in black is known to appear and vanish by the staircase. She is rumored to be Mary, Queen of Scots. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)
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Wysing Arts Centre
castle rising, Cambridgeshire
48.6 miles from castle rising, UK-I9
Once a home to another family before being turned into an art museum, one of the former homeowners is said to reside here. The original house is said to have burned down and killed the entire family. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)
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The Swan Hotel
Lavenham, Suffolk
49.6 miles from castle rising, UK-I9
A marriage was going to take place out of wedlock, but the groom left the altar and the bride took her own life. She is most commonly seen in Room 15; it is here where she hung herself. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)
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Kimbolton School
Huntingdon, Cambridgeshire
50.5 miles from castle rising, UK-I9
The ghost of Catherine of Aragon is seen here, having it once been her home. She is usually seen walking in the hall. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)
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Borley Rectory
castle rising, Essex
52.3 miles from castle rising, UK-I9
Supposedly one of the most haunted locations in the United Kingdom, apparitions have appeared in photographs, objects have moved on their own, and out-of-place-looking figures have been witnessed all over the grounds of this house. Supposedly, a monk and nun tried to elope around here, but were caught and killed ...
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Somerleyton Hall
castle rising, Suffolk
53.5 miles from castle rising, UK-I9
A Scandinavian woman who was brutally murdered is said to be responsible for strange sounds and poltergeist-like activity. The apparition of a Victorian woman is also spotted commonly on these grounds. Room 7 is said to be the most active. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)
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Cross Keys Hotel
Saffron Walden, Essex
54.7 miles from castle rising, UK-I9
A ghostly woman believed to be Oliver Cromwell's mistress has been seen here. The apparition of a ghostly soldier is more commonly seen and heard in the corridors of the hotel. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)
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Bradley Wood
castle rising, North East Lincolnshire
56.7 miles from castle rising, UK-I9
Supposedly, a solemn looking woman (known as "The Black Lady") is seen here. She is reported to sometimes show up on camera. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)
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The Bull Hotel
Woodbridge, Suffolk
60 miles from castle rising, UK-I9
In the 1640's, a political argument grew so heated that Richard Evered was stabbed to death. Since his death, he is reported in room 4. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)
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The Mistley Thorn Hotel
Mistley, Essex
64.2 miles from castle rising, UK-I9
Three of the ghosts here are said to include Matthew Hopkins (better known as the Witchfinder General) who died of tuberculosis in 1647. Other spirits include that of a serving girl usually seen walking along the corridors and a young boy who was thrown under a moving cart and trampled ...
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Colchester Castle
Colchester, England
65.3 miles from castle rising, UK-I9
A man named James Parnell was imprisoned here until his death. Part of his punishment involved having to climb a rope in order to obtain his food, but never recovered after a fall. James is reported throughout the building since his unfortunate passing. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)
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Brook Red Lion Hotel
Colchester, Essex
65.3 miles from castle rising, UK-I9
A little girl named Alice was murdered here and has remained here since her death in 1638. She's usually seen in rooms 5, 6, and 10; some believe she also appears as a woman. A monk is seen in the halls and a little boy is seen in the Parliament ...
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Hollytrees Museum
Colchester, England
65.3 miles from castle rising, UK-I9
Guests have reported the presence of a woman in white; it is believed to Miss Anne Lisle due to many people feeling as if someone is standing behind them in the same room as her portrait. A lady in grey is also reported in the East Lodge; her presence is ...
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The Fox and Fiddler
Colchester, England
65.4 miles from castle rising, UK-I9
A chambermaid named Sarah was said to have been walled up here by the Witchfinder General, Matthew Hopkins. Sarah is a good soul with a good sense of humour, described as being short, blonde, and in an old chambermaid costume. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)
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The Old Siege House Bar and Brasserie
Colchester, Essex
65.4 miles from castle rising, UK-I9
Soldiers from the English Civil War are said to still make this building their home. Cavaliers have vanished before stunned guests and some of the ghosts give off an overwhelmingly negative energy that staff try to avoid certain areas. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)
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Layer Marney Tower
Layer Marney, Essex
68.7 miles from castle rising, UK-I9
Former owner, Lord Marney is said to be displeased with how his home has turned out to be so he chooses to remain here to haunt it; he is seen going up and down the spiral staircase or by his former bedroom. A Victorian woman in grey clothing is seen ...
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Minsden Chapel
castle rising, Hertfordshire
69.2 miles from castle rising, UK-I9
The ruins of this chapel are home to a phantom monk who said to ring bells (which do not exist anymore) and that of a nun who was murdered in a nearby tunnel system. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)
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The Feathers Inn
Wadesmill, Hertfordshire
69.7 miles from castle rising, UK-I9
A little girl who was run over by a stagecoach is seen here. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)
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Delapre Abbey
Northampton, Northamptonshire
70.1 miles from castle rising, UK-I9
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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Woburn Abbey
castle rising, England
72.5 miles from castle rising, UK-I9
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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The White Hart
West Mersea, Essex
73.1 miles from castle rising, UK-I9
A woman crossing a frozen river is said to have fallen through the ice and drowned. She is said to be looking for her husband here. Another spirit that is said to be here is that of a labrador retriever. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)
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White Horse
Chelmsford, England
73.4 miles from castle rising, UK-I9
A bell ringer was supposedly murdered on the stairwell of this pub. Sometimes people will hear his screaming from the area of where he died. Other people say that the man who murdered him, a farmer, is also seen here. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)
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Brocket Arms
castle rising, Hertfordshire
73.6 miles from castle rising, UK-I9
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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Treasure Holt Garden Centre
Clacton-on-Sea, Essex
74.2 miles from castle rising, UK-I9
Smugglers and murders once used this place as a hide-out. It is also said that the innkeeper at the time used to murder many people and then dump their bodies by a trapdoor into a well beneath it. The most commonly seen ghost here is that of a monk who ...
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The Kelvedon Hatch Nuclear Bunker
Kelvedon Hatch, Essex
78.5 miles from castle rising, UK-I9
The apparitions here include former bunker and RAF personnel, a tall elderly woman, and a dark force in the sick bay. Some people say that the bunker was built by an ancient burial site from the Bronze Age and another story involves a worker who was buried alive in concrete. ...
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Lady Le Gros
Beverley, England
81.6 miles from castle rising, UK-I9
A Victorian gentleman, said to be the former landlord, was playful and had a habit of appearing and disappearing. Since a new landlady took over the pub, it is said that a psychic was brought here and laid his spirit (as well as others) to rest. Sadly, it was bulldozed in ...
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The Anchor
Canewdon, Essex
82.5 miles from castle rising, UK-I9
Objects are reported to fly around and the scent of perfume is picked up. The activity is thought to be caused by a ghost named Sarah who was murdered after being caught in a marital affair. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)
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Saltmarshe Hall
Saltmarshe, East Riding of Yorkshire
82.5 miles from castle rising, UK-I9
From the early 19th century to mid-1970s, one family owned this estate, but all died off (some were known for their eccentric behaviours). The cellar and servant's quarters are where most ghost hunters hear noises, pick up EMF readings, or witness full-bodied apparitions. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)
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The Bell Hotel
Winslow, Buckinghamshire
82.7 miles from castle rising, UK-I9
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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Brookside Theatre
Romford, Greater London
85.5 miles from castle rising, UK-I9
The theatre itself was only opened in 2012, but the building has existed since the 1950's. Security footage of poltergeist activity has brought to light the possibility that this place is haunted. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)
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Bruce Castle
London, Greater London
86.3 miles from castle rising, UK-I9
A lady who supposedly committed suicide is said to remain here. People said that they have seen her apparition or heard her screams. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)
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Palace Theatre, Westcliff-on-Sea
Southend-on-Sea, England
87.2 miles from castle rising, UK-I9
The former manager, George, hung himself after he found out he was in dire straits financially. He is reported here as is the smell of tobacco and the feeling of someone your shoulder. A woman in white has also been seen. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)
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8 Ferrestone Road
London, Greater London
87.6 miles from castle rising, UK-I9
This old terrace house is reportedly haunted by a violent poltergeist, who forced a family to leave after throwing objects around and making mysterious banging noises. It has been dubbed the 'Hornsey Coal Ghost' and is believed to be one of those buried in the garden which was a former ...
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Avenue House
London, Greater London
88 miles from castle rising, UK-I9
The spirits said to remain here are a woman who wanders around the premise (believed to be the former governess), a bitter man who can be found in the Turret Room, and a child who was locked in the cellar. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)
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Becontree tube station
Dagenham, Greater London
88.3 miles from castle rising, UK-I9
Workers here feel as if they are being followed around or watched. One worker reported seeing a blonde woman in a white dress; however, she had no face, but rather a blank area instead. This might be related to an accident that claimed 10 lives in 1958. Submitted by Chris Berglund
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1 Avenue Road
London, Greater London
88.5 miles from castle rising, UK-I9
This former gothic mansion was recently refurbished as a block of apartments, but resident still report instances of paranormal activity. Strange flickering flights have been seen moving around the upper floors, and loud footsteps and other disembodied noises have been heard. Chanting can be heard in some parts of the ...
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