Haunted Places in merrion, Pembrokeshire



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    Johnston, Wales

    8.5 miles from merrion, UK-Y7

    Motorists have been forced to slam their brakes when shadowy figures dart across the raod. Shadows have also been seen standing on the side of the road; many accidents have occurred on this stretch so its history has reason for these sighting. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)


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    Dylan Thomas Boathouse

    Laugharne, Wales

    24.4 miles from merrion, UK-Y7

    The ghost said to be here isn't that of famous poet, Dylan Thomas, but rather his mother-in-law, Florence. Florence died here in 1958 and has been reported upstairs. The sounds of chairs being moved around are common, pictures swap around, and lights turn themselves on and off. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)


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    Pembrey Woods

    Pembrey, Carmarthenshire

    28.5 miles from merrion, UK-Y7

    A group of robbers called "hatchet men" would lure locals and sailors into the woods before slaughtering them and emptying their pockets. The ghosts of the hatchet men as well as some officers from the local RAF base are seen in this forest, usually as shadows. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)


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    Kidwelly Castle

    Kidwelly, Wales

    29.8 miles from merrion, UK-Y7

    Gwenllian ferch Gruffydd, who was the former wife of Prince Gruffydd ap Rhys, was beheaded and is seen wandering the grounds. Threatening voices are also heard in the prison. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)


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    Stradey Castle

    Llanelli, Carmarthenshire

    34.4 miles from merrion, UK-Y7

    A multitude of ghost stories emerge from here including that of a female ghost with origins from the 19th century, to a mother who went mad after learning that children were killed in the Crimean War. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)


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    Stradey Wood

    Llanelli, Carmarthenshire

    34.5 miles from merrion, UK-Y7

    A runner who was hit by a car is said to still be here, dressed in old-timey clothes. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)


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    Bryn Terrace

    Llanelli, Carmarthenshire

    34.9 miles from merrion, UK-Y7

    The ghost of a sea captain has been spotted here for quite some time. He is believed to be a malevolent spirit. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)


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    Llanelly House

    Llanelli, Carmarthenshire

    35.3 miles from merrion, UK-Y7

    A woman is reportedly seen here; it is also said that some people will hear her playing an organ. A former maid is also said to be here. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)


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    Thomas Arms

    Llanelli, Wales

    35.3 miles from merrion, UK-Y7

    The ghost of a guest named Colin may be responsible for manipulating objects. CCTV actually caught a misty figure in one of the waiting rooms. Other than that, the cellar gives off a vicious feeling, and Room 6 has a reputation for giving off the feeling that you aren't alone ...


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    St. Elli Parish Church

    Llanelli, Carmarthenshire

    35.3 miles from merrion, UK-Y7

    A ghostly horse-drawn carriage is said to start out its route here before disappearing as it drives away. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)


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    Parc Howard Museum

    Llanelli, Carmarthenshire

    35.4 miles from merrion, UK-Y7

    A nurse and a soldier have been seen and heard here. Another reported being is that of a man who hid in the chimney to avoid being caught with a maid; he died inside and is thought to still be here. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)


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    Oystermouth Castle

    The Mumbles, Wales

    42.1 miles from merrion, UK-Y7

    A woman in a white robe is seen; her presence is very unsettling to all alike. She is believed to have been whipped to death. Others who faced being tortured to death may still be here as well. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)


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    Aberglasney Garden

    merrion, Carmarthenshire

    42.8 miles from merrion, UK-Y7

    The most active room is the Blue Room; inside, five maids were asphyxiated by a stove that was left on to assist with the drying of plaster. Visitors have been touched by invisible hands and sometimes see the faces of the women thought to have died in here. A fugitive ...


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    Dinefwr Castle (Newton House)

    merrion, Carmarthenshire

    44.5 miles from merrion, UK-Y7

    The 'White Lady' is seen here; she is believed to be the ghost of Lady Elinor Cavendish, a woman forced into a marriage which she attempted to escape from. It is said that her suitor caught up to her here and murdered her where she has been seen ever since. ...


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    Castle Hotel

    Neath, Wales

    50.4 miles from merrion, UK-Y7

    A chambermaid who hung herself in 1885 is still seen here. In the cellar, staff and visitors believe a wolf can be heard howling. In Room 16, poltergeist activity is common and said to be blamed on a guest who died in the room. A cavalier and Edwardian boy have ...


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    Braunton Inn

    Braunton, Devon

    52.4 miles from merrion, UK-Y7

    The spirit of a man named Barnard remains here. Not much is known about him. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)


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    Thatched Inn

    merrion, Devon

    53 miles from merrion, UK-Y7

    During the evening at this restaurant and pub, staff and customers have reported hearing disembodied footsteps and the clinking of glasses when there is no one around. (Submitted by Callum Swift)


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    Abbey Works

    merrion, Wales

    53.5 miles from merrion, UK-Y7

    This land was formed as an abbey but was forced to dissolve under Henry VIII. One monk put curse on the property saying that anyone who destroys the remains of the surrounding 20 foot wall would suffer... And so far, no one has been tempted to do so. The remains ...


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    Margam Castle

    merrion, Neath Port Talbot

    54.1 miles from merrion, UK-Y7

    On the castle's staircase, former groundskeeper Robert Scott is seen; it is said that he is generally angry about his murder. Other activity includes a blacksmith who has been spotted randomly, and the sound of children running around and screaming. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)


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    Guildhall Building

    Barnstaple, Devon

    55.1 miles from merrion, UK-Y7

    This historic building is uses as both council offices and as a function hall. Staff have reported sighting two long dead council members wandering the premises after hours. (Submitted by Callum Swift)


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    Sinai House

    Lynton, Devon

    56.8 miles from merrion, UK-Y7

    45 different ghosts are here. Outside of the property is a tree that was once used to hang witches; some people who walk near the tree begin to feel emotionally distraught without knowing the knowledge of it. Inside of the premises, monks, soldiers, dark, malevolent shadows, and other full-bodied apparitions ...


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    Craig-y-Nos Castle

    merrion, Powys

    57 miles from merrion, UK-Y7

    The former owner, Adelina Patti, is commonly reported here, as are her second husband, Nicolini, and the composer, Rossini. The Top Children's Ward is the most active; it was once a recovery center for children with tuberculosis, however, many never recovered. Children are seen and heard giggling, and objects are ...


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    The Devil's Stone Inn

    Shebbear, Devon

    62.7 miles from merrion, UK-Y7

    A playful girl, around aged 7, and a man with a grey beard have both been seen here. A coachman is also reported to wander around the restaurant area. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)


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    Nanteos Mansion

    Dyffryn Paith, Ceredigion

    65.6 miles from merrion, UK-Y7

    In the nearby forest, listen for a harp player; this said to come from the ghost of a man named Gruffydd Evans. A man seen near the lake (believed to be David Rowland, having drowned here in 1899); he waves his arms as if he is herding animals. Inside, many ...


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    The Wellington Hotel

    Boscastle, Cornwall

    66.4 miles from merrion, UK-Y7

    Guests have reported seeing a coachman, a little girl, and an elderly woman in the hotel; Room 9 is said to have the most activity. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)


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    The White Hart Hotel

    Okehampton, Devon

    74.9 miles from merrion, UK-Y7

    The voice of a child name Peter can be heard at times. He is said to play with other children who come and visit. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)


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    Okehampton Castle

    merrion, Devon

    75.2 miles from merrion, UK-Y7

    A famous legend here surrounds a woman named Mary Howard. While Mary was a well-to-do woman, in the afterlife, she has been confused with a woman named Lady Frances Howard, who murdered four of her husbands. It is said that Mary is carried in a carriage made of bone and ...


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    Prideaux Place

    Padstow, Cornwall

    75.4 miles from merrion, UK-Y7

    The most common activity here is said to be that of a boy who is said to run around in the kitchen and pantry. Several women of various colour outfit are seen on the staircase and the morning room. The upstairs landing is said to be home of the Green ...


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    The Highwayman Inn

    merrion, Devon

    75.8 miles from merrion, UK-Y7

    The ghost of a man named Sam has been reported wearing green and a feathered cap. He is said to have died in a battle somewhere around it. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)


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    Jamaica Inn

    merrion, Cornwall

    76.1 miles from merrion, UK-Y7

    A man who was murdered here is thought to still remain by the bar; some people have seen him sitting outside on one of the walls while others have heard his footsteps. Other ghosts, including that of an excecuted smuggler named Jack Travellis, the disembodied conversation of two people speaking ...


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    Tors Hotel

    merrion, Devon

    76.8 miles from merrion, UK-Y7

    This family run hotel is haunted by an angry poltergeist that slams doors on the upper floors of the building. (Submitted by Callum Swift)


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    The Molesworth Arms Hotel

    Wadebridge, Cornwall

    77.4 miles from merrion, UK-Y7

    According to legend, every New Year's Eve, a phantom coachman pulls up to this hotel. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)


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    The Oxenham Arms

    South Zeal, Devon

    78 miles from merrion, UK-Y7

    Two figures are reported here: a monk and a lady. Footsteps and a dragging noise are also reported here. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)


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    Bodmin Jail

    Bodmin, Cornwall

    80.8 miles from merrion, UK-Y7

    The ghost of Selina Wadge is seen here holding the handkerchief which she held onto even after she was hanged. It is said that on the third floor, pregnant women become very emotional; this is thought to be Selina's presence. Other prisoners who have died here are reported and felt, ...


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    Three Crowns Hotel

    Chagford, England

    82.7 miles from merrion, UK-Y7

    The spirit of Sidney Godolphin is allegedly here. He is said to wander the premise and even manifest right in front of people, then retreats by walking through a wall. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)


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    Trout Inn

    merrion, Devon

    83.1 miles from merrion, UK-Y7

    This thatched cottage has been converted to an inn, and is believed to be haunted by a hovering shade that has been known to materialise in the closets of guests. A former owner recalls having witnessed this apparition on several occasions when the building was a private residence. (Submitted by Callum ...


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    Fisherman's Cot Inn

    merrion, Devon

    83.1 miles from merrion, UK-Y7

    This historic inn is notorious for the ghostly laughter of a young woman that has been heard by guests. There are also reports of a headless horseman riding past the inn at a certain time every night. (Submitted by Callum Swift)


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    Plas yn Rhiw

    Rhiw, Gwynedd

    83.7 miles from merrion, UK-Y7

    Footsteps are heard and attributed to an alcoholic servant who used to work here. Another ghost is that of the White Lady who is heard sobbing after her lover and family abandoned her. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)


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    Roche Rock

    Roche, Cornwall

    85.3 miles from merrion, UK-Y7

    According to legend, a crook named Jan Tregeagle was murdered and came back from the dead to avenge his lost property (which he still failed to secure). Eventually he was banished and it is claimed that he resides here in the abandoned church. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)


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    The Weary Friar

    merrion, Cornwall

    86.5 miles from merrion, UK-Y7

    A phantom is said to appear on the stairs. Chandeliers swing and other objects move by themselves. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)


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    B3212

    merrion, Devon

    87.2 miles from merrion, UK-Y7

    After a motorcyclist died near this patch of road in the 1920's it is said that he will sometimes prevent accidents from occurring by taking control of the car or motorcycle (usually, the driver will see his pair of hands steering). There is also a belief that the hands are ...


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    Rougemont Castle

    Exeter, Devon

    88.7 miles from merrion, UK-Y7

    This site used to be a prison; the last execution was of three witches, hanged in the 1680s. Some of those executed here are said to be restless in the afterlife and have been reported to disturb guests' hospitality here. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)


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    The Well House

    Exeter, Devon

    88.8 miles from merrion, UK-Y7

    People claim to spot women in black gowns who suddenly vanish. The odor of perfume, lights flickering, and alarms going off are also common activity here. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)


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    Exeter Cathedral

    Exeter, Devon

    88.9 miles from merrion, UK-Y7

    A monk and a nun are thought to have fallen in love and then chose to commit suicide to remain together. Both spirits are seen here, long after their deaths in circa 1400. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)


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    Well House Tavern

    Exeter, Devon

    88.9 miles from merrion, UK-Y7

    It is said that a monk and a nun engaging in a love affair killed themselves at this location. Robed figures are seen, perfume scents are picked up, and alarms are known to go off by themselves. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)


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    The Cowick Barton

    Exeter, Devon

    89.1 miles from merrion, UK-Y7

    A friendly monk is reported here, but the guests don't mind him. Another figure dressed as a Royalist soldier has been seen in different bedrooms. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)


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    Llyn Peninsula

    merrion, Wales

    89.5 miles from merrion, UK-Y7

    A vacationer filming the valleys caught the image of a woman in a traditional, yet out of date dress. There is no known explanation for she is or why she's there. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)


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    The Ley Arms

    merrion, Devon

    92.2 miles from merrion, UK-Y7

    A negative presence is usually felt in the restaurant area and by the toilets. Doors will sometimes open and slam by themselves and the scent of cigarette smoke can also be picked up. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)


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    Wheal Coates

    merrion, Cornwall

    92.3 miles from merrion, UK-Y7

    Wheal Coates was once a tin mine, but now the area is long abandoned and falling apart. The mine shaft is said to be haunted by former miners who died there. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)


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    Finnygook Inn

    merrion, Cornwall

    92.5 miles from merrion, UK-Y7

    A man named Silas Finny used to call this place his when he was still alive. Since his death, his ghost is still reported here. His ghost is so common that the inn was named in his honor (Gook translates from Cornish to ghost). (Submitted by Chris Berglund)


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