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Kimbolton School
Huntingdon, Cambridgeshire
8.3 miles from higham ferrers, UK-J1
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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The Talbot Hotel
Oundle, Northamptonshire
13.4 miles from higham ferrers, UK-J1
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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Delapre Abbey
Northampton, Northamptonshire
13.9 miles from higham ferrers, UK-J1
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
higham ferrers, England
21.9 miles from higham ferrers, UK-J1
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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Wysing Arts Centre
higham ferrers, Cambridgeshire
23.2 miles from higham ferrers, UK-J1
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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Old Ferry Boat Inn
higham ferrers, England
23.3 miles from higham ferrers, UK-J1
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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Peterborough Museum and Art Gallery
Peterborough, Peterborough
23.5 miles from higham ferrers, UK-J1
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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Peterborough Museum
Peterborough, Peterborough
23.5 miles from higham ferrers, UK-J1
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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The Bell Hotel
Winslow, Buckinghamshire
27.8 miles from higham ferrers, UK-J1
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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Brownsover Hall Hotel
Rugby, Warwickshire
29.1 miles from higham ferrers, UK-J1
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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University of Cambridge
Cambridge, England
30.3 miles from higham ferrers, UK-J1
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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Minsden Chapel
higham ferrers, Hertfordshire
30.4 miles from higham ferrers, UK-J1
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 Guildhall
Leicester, Leicester
32.8 miles from higham ferrers, UK-J1
The library is known for the White Lady (who is also said to move furniture around). In the courtyard, a ghostly cat and dog are seen, a cavalier is reported, and the spirit of a policeman has made his presence known. Burglar alarms are also known to go off for ...
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Belgrave Hall
Leicester, Leicester
33.7 miles from higham ferrers, UK-J1
A team of investigators claim that multiple spirits reside here including a Victorian woman usually seen on the staircase or by the garden, a man in one of the upstairs rooms (who is apparently a very negative force), a child and a chef that both died of Tuberculosis, and a ...
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Brocket Arms
higham ferrers, Hertfordshire
34.7 miles from higham ferrers, UK-J1
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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Coombe Abbey Hotel
higham ferrers, Warwickshire
35.7 miles from higham ferrers, UK-J1
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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The Feathers Inn
Wadesmill, Hertfordshire
39.6 miles from higham ferrers, UK-J1
A little girl who was run over by a stagecoach is seen here. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)
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Cross Keys Hotel
Saffron Walden, Essex
39.8 miles from higham ferrers, UK-J1
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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The Holt Hotel
higham ferrers, Oxfordshire
40.8 miles from higham ferrers, UK-J1
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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Coundon Court
higham ferrers, England
41.5 miles from higham ferrers, UK-J1
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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Warwick Castle
Warwick, Warwickshire
42.4 miles from higham ferrers, UK-J1
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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Saracens Head Inn
Amersham, Buckinghamshire
43.9 miles from higham ferrers, UK-J1
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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Macdonald Bear Hotel
Woodstock, Oxfordshire
45.3 miles from higham ferrers, UK-J1
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 Hellfire Caves
West Wycombe, Buckinghamshire
46.2 miles from higham ferrers, UK-J1
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
higham ferrers, Buckinghamshire
46.2 miles from higham ferrers, UK-J1
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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Ettington Park Hotel
Alderminster, Warwickshire
46.3 miles from higham ferrers, UK-J1
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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Ettington Park Hotel
higham ferrers, Warwickshire
46.3 miles from higham ferrers, UK-J1
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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University of Oxford
Oxford, England
47.2 miles from higham ferrers, UK-J1
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
47.7 miles from higham ferrers, UK-J1
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 Galleries of Justice
The Shire Hall High Pavement, Nottinghamshire
50.7 miles from higham ferrers, UK-J1
In the Entrance Hall, the spirits of a soldier, a lady, and a Victorian gentleman are seen. In the court, knocking is heard and shadows are seen. In the Cell Corridor, odd noises such as footsteps, keys rattling, and doors slamming are heard. The laundry room is known for random ...
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Ye Olde Trip to Jerusalem
Nottingham, Nottinghamshire
50.8 miles from higham ferrers, UK-J1
Claiming to be England's oldest pub, glasses have been smashed by themselves, the scent of perfume fills the air (when no one is around), and a variety of ghosts have been reported here ranging from soldiers to evil entities. People who use the underground tunnels will sometimes report feeling violently ...
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Avenue House
London, Greater London
51.3 miles from higham ferrers, UK-J1
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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Ickenham tube station
Ickenham, Greater London
51.3 miles from higham ferrers, UK-J1
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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Preston Manor
Wembley, Greater London
51.9 miles from higham ferrers, UK-J1
A wrongly excommunicated nun, nicknamed "The White Lady", haunted here from the 16th century until the late 19th century demanding a Christian burial. a skeleton was uncovered while doing work on the house and was thought to belong to her; since the discovery, the apparitions of her ceased. A woman ...
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Tamworth Castle
higham ferrers,
52.2 miles from higham ferrers, UK-J1
The ghost of nun (called The Black Lady) has commonly been photographed in full apparition form. Another ghost, called The White Lady, is said to haunt the battlements which she threw herself from. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)
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Bruce Castle
London, Greater London
53 miles from higham ferrers, UK-J1
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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8 Ferrestone Road
London, Greater London
53.2 miles from higham ferrers, UK-J1
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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Elvaston Castle
higham ferrers, Derbyshire
53.3 miles from higham ferrers, UK-J1
The ghost the Grey Lady is said to be here. A maid who killed herself is also sometimes seen, as well as that of a gardener or gamekeeper. Submitted by Chris Berglund
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Alexander House
London, Greater London
53.3 miles from higham ferrers, UK-J1
This housing estate was built in the 1940's, but the land it was built on was the site of a former asylum. Residents have reported sighting the apparition of a shadowy figure with an evil face gliding through rooms and corridors of the estates, as well as seeing the figure ...
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The Gate House
London, Greater London
53.6 miles from higham ferrers, UK-J1
A woman named Mother Marnes was murdered here; she is said to be seen wearing all black. Other people have been pushed, heard unusual noises, or felt very unwelcomed, particularly in the ballroom. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)
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1 Avenue Road
London, Greater London
53.7 miles from higham ferrers, UK-J1
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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The Flask
London, Greater London
53.7 miles from higham ferrers, UK-J1
An unidentified woman has been seen here. She likes to swing the lights and move glasses, but if the temperature makes a sudden drop, she could be about to make a full-bodied appearance. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)
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Pype Hayes Hall
Birmingham, England
53.9 miles from higham ferrers, UK-J1
This home has a history of tragedy ranging from a lovers' suicide pact, to a man who died of heartbreak when he found out about his wife's affair; the woman in the pact and the heartbroken man are both reported here. One strange report involves a man in a black ...
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Highgate Cemetery
London, Greater London
53.9 miles from higham ferrers, UK-J1
The two most commonly seen ghosts are that of a woman in grey often searching around frantically (the common belief is that she's looking for her children whom she killed) and a robed man who can be viewed from afar, but disappears when viewed too close. Another figure is said ...
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Tollington Park
London, England
54.5 miles from higham ferrers, UK-J1
The sounds of a former murder from the beginning of the 20th century have been heard here. Generally, it's described as the sound of someone being chased, then choking to death. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)
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Gloucester Drive
London, Greater London
54.8 miles from higham ferrers, UK-J1
Children can be heard running up and down the street at unusual hours, despite the road being empty. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)
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St. John's Wood tube station
London, Greater London
55.7 miles from higham ferrers, UK-J1
Between here and the Baker Street Station, workers have reported the sounds and sights of someone invisible walking on the track. Five staff members have died working on this line and it is likely to be one of them. Submitted by Chris Berglund
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Castle Rising
higham ferrers, Norfolk
55.8 miles from higham ferrers, UK-J1
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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The Kelvedon Hatch Nuclear Bunker
Kelvedon Hatch, Essex
56.2 miles from higham ferrers, UK-J1
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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Windsor Castle
Windsor, Windsor and Maidenhead
56.4 miles from higham ferrers, UK-J1
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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