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Taunton Castle
Taunton, Somerset
5.7 miles from otterford, UK-M3
James Scott, an illegitimate heir to the throne, overthrew this castle in 1685, but only a month later, a retaliation cost him his life as well as most of his soldiers. Many were hung on the gallows, other were forced to become slaves, but doubtless, it is said many of ...
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The Choughs Hotel
Chard, Somerset
7.1 miles from otterford, UK-M3
An inscription by the fireplace has a reputation for being unphotographable using flash; anyone who attempts to will have the camera malfunction, photo show up blurry, or not even show up at all. Upstairs, a knight has been seen, by the fireplace, an evil-looking old man has been spotted, and ...
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The Stables Bed and Breakfast
Kilmington, Devon
11.7 miles from otterford, UK-M3
I stayed in this historic barn conversion which was a former stable back in the eighteenth century, and experienced a great deal of paranormal activity. Throughout the night, I thought I heard sounds similar to the whinnying of a horse, even though there were none present. I also heard disembodied ...
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Bettiscombe Manor
otterford, England
14.3 miles from otterford, UK-M3
A businessman named Azariah Pinney had a slave who requested to be buried back in his homeland; after the death, Pinney didn't satisfy the demands and opted to have the slave buried at the local cemetery. Unfortunately, a terrible scream would roar through until the body was taken back to ...
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New Look Boutique Store
Sidmouth, England
15.7 miles from otterford, UK-M3
This boutique store in this quaint seaside town is reportedly haunted by the apparition of a woman named Gladys, a former tenant of the building. Staff reportedly heard loud noises, disembodied footsteps and whispering noises. I myself visited this store after the local newspaper ran an article, and experienced the ...
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Royal Lion Hotel
Lyme Regis, Dorset
16.1 miles from otterford, UK-M3
This historic inn dates back to the early seventeenth century, and is believed by many to be haunted. Witnesses have reported a ghostly most that materialises in the hotel hallways and the sounds of disembodied footsteps. (Submitted by Callum Swift)
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Higher Filford Farmhouse
otterford, Dorset
17 miles from otterford, UK-M3
This historic farmhouse is well known for its produce; and the entity that resides there. The apparition of an grey haired man in a red soldier's uniform allegedly haunts the cheese cellar underneath this house. If spoken to, he is known to disappear backwards into the cellar wall. (Submitted by Callum ...
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St. Mary's Church
Beaminster, Dorset
17.9 miles from otterford, UK-M3
The ghost of a murdered schoolboy named John Daniel has been seen here since the time of his death in 1728. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)
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Sidholme Hotel
Sidmouth, England
18.2 miles from otterford, UK-M3
A Victorian woman recently was caught on photograph. She is said to be the wife of the owner from 142 years ago. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)
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Clock House Inn
otterford, Dorset
18.5 miles from otterford, UK-M3
There are reports of various people sighting the apparition of a friendly young woman standing on the car park of the sixteenth century inn. Witnesses say she appears to have no legs. (Submitted by Callum Swift)
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New Look
Sidmouth, England
18.5 miles from otterford, UK-M3
A medium was called here after employees kept experiencing items falling off of their racks, noises were unaccounted for, and voices were heard. Some people reported seeing a Victorian granny inside of here. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)
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Kennaway House
Sidmouth, England
18.6 miles from otterford, UK-M3
A young girl named Charlotte is reported here. Occurences became so frequent, one room is now called the Charlotte Room (where she is frequently seen). She is said to also move heavy objects and give guests the sense of not being alone. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)
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Trout Inn
otterford, Devon
18.6 miles from otterford, UK-M3
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
otterford, Devon
18.7 miles from otterford, UK-M3
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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Bull Hotel
Bridport, England
20.4 miles from otterford, UK-M3
The upper floor of the hotel is reputedly haunted by children, who screams and cries have been heard by staff and guests. The apparition of a lady in a tweed outfit has been seen seated in the downstairs lobby. (Submitted by Callum Swift)
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Acorn Inn
Evershot, Dorset
22.5 miles from otterford, UK-M3
This sixteenth century inn was a former coaching house, and is now home to the spectre of a murdered highwayman. (Submitted by Callum Swift)
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Rougemont Castle
Exeter, Devon
23.6 miles from otterford, UK-M3
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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Well House Tavern
Exeter, Devon
23.7 miles from otterford, UK-M3
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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Exeter Cathedral
Exeter, Devon
23.8 miles from otterford, UK-M3
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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The Well House
Exeter, Devon
23.8 miles from otterford, UK-M3
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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The Cowick Barton
Exeter, Devon
24.9 miles from otterford, UK-M3
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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Powderham Castle
otterford, England
25.5 miles from otterford, UK-M3
A mother and her child were walled up alive and are still felt here. A Grey Lady walks between the castle and the church; her appearance is said to be a bad omen. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)
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Exmouth Rugby Club
Exmouth, England
25.7 miles from otterford, UK-M3
CCTV caught a bar bell ringing by itself. Guests and workers have also noticed muffled voices despite the building being empty. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)
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The Ley Arms
otterford, Devon
26.5 miles from otterford, UK-M3
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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Wookey Hole Caves / Wookey Hole Mill
Wookey Hole, Somerset
27.4 miles from otterford, UK-M3
Both the caves and the nearby mill have had their share of tragedy. In the caves, a skeleton from the 11th century was uncovered and is thought to have belonged to a witch who still haunts the cave; a diver also lost life in here in 1949. In the mill, ...
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New Inn
Cerne Abbas, Dorset
28.5 miles from otterford, UK-M3
The apparitions of two young girls have been seen playing together in the garden of this old inn, while the apparition of a tall bearded man in riding gears has been seen in the main bar area. Witnesses have also reported hearing the whinnying and stamping of a house in ...
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Cerne Abbey
Cerne Abbas, Dorset
28.5 miles from otterford, UK-M3
There are many reported sightings of people seeing robed monks wandering the premises during dusk and dawn, even though the abbey hasn't been in use for centuries. Another witness has reported smelling frankincense while visiting the site. (Submitted by Callum Swift)
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Ilchester Arms Public House and Hotel
otterford, Dorset
28.6 miles from otterford, UK-M3
This historic tavern and inn has always been a pet friendly establishment, which explains why the apparition of a large black dog has been seen bounding through the hallways of the public house. The other apparitions reported are a coin collector (who has been seen and heard in various parts ...
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Wessex Royale Hotel
Dorchester, Dorset
32.5 miles from otterford, UK-M3
A phantom woman in a bonnet has been seen gazing down into the street by passers-by before she suddenly vanishes. (Submitted by Callum Swift)
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Brook House
otterford, Wiltshire
35 miles from otterford, UK-M3
This beautiful historic cottage is reportedly haunted by a kind elderly woman and her faithful black dog. The two have been seen wandering around the property together. (Submitted by Callum Swift)
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Athelhampton House
Puddletown, Dorset
35.9 miles from otterford, UK-M3
Built in 1485, the ghosts reported here are the Grey Lady (usually seen in the bedroom or corridors), a phantom monk, and the noises of a ghost named Cooper who taps on the walls, and a pet ape that was accidentally sealed behind the walls who will usually be heard ...
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Three Crowns Hotel
Chagford, England
37 miles from otterford, UK-M3
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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Sinai House
Lynton, Devon
37.8 miles from otterford, UK-M3
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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Cardiff Castle
Cardiff, Wales
38.1 miles from otterford, UK-M3
Items in the stockroom and heavy furniture have moved on their own. The Second Marquis of Bute died here and is seen in the chapel wearing a red coat. The apparition of his wife, Sophia, has been seen floating on the castle grounds. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)
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The Oxenham Arms
South Zeal, Devon
38.2 miles from otterford, UK-M3
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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The National Museum Cardiff
Cardiff, Cymru
38.3 miles from otterford, UK-M3
Lord Ninian Edward Crichton-Stuart died tragically in battle during World War I; he is said to be here, generally more often near election nights. The museum architect, Dunbar Smith, had his ashes interred here, but due to renovations, the remains were moved. Smith now haunts the corridors and causes a ...
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Llandaff Cathedral
Cardiff, Wales
39.2 miles from otterford, UK-M3
Llandaff itself is said to be an unusually active suicide spot. Some of the ghosts wander around this place in the form of shadows. Ghostly monks, soldiers, and children have also been seen. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)
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The Old Church House Inn
otterford, Devon
39.4 miles from otterford, UK-M3
A phantom monk is said to be here. Footsteps, keys rattling, voices, breathing, and loud banging noises can be heard here. One account that took place in Room 1 involved a phantom arm pointing towards a nearby church. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)
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Church House Inn
otterford, Devon
39.4 miles from otterford, UK-M3
In Room 1, a woman said she saw a disembodied hand pointing toward the nearby church. Other activity involves a monk's apparition, the sound of keys jangling, footsteps, and voices of unseen people. Submitted by Chris Berglund
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Tors Hotel
otterford, Devon
40.1 miles from otterford, UK-M3
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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Monks Retreat
otterford, Devon
40.4 miles from otterford, UK-M3
A friendly monk is reported to be here. His presence is usually a sign that danger is near and can be prevented. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)
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Ashton Court
otterford, North Somerset
40.6 miles from otterford, UK-M3
Reports of a headless horseman on the court's grounds, other reports of poltergeist activity. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)
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Bay Horse Inn
Ashburton, Devon
40.6 miles from otterford, UK-M3
The upper floor of this public house is believed to be haunted by several young children. Staff have reported hearing babies crying, running footsteps and ghostly laughter. (Submitted by Callum Swift)
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Berry Pomeroy Castle
otterford, Devon
40.9 miles from otterford, UK-M3
Be on the look-out for Margaret Pomeroy (also known as the White Lady). She was held captive in these dungeons and starved to death; she likes to wave at tourists. The Blue Lady is said to the daughter of one of the former Norman Lords who became pregnant after being ...
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Crown Hotel
Blandford Forum, Dorset
41 miles from otterford, UK-M3
This Georgian manor house is known as the oldest inn in Dorset, and is rumoured to be haunted by two apparitions. The first is a lady in a flowing black dress who has been seen in the hallway and in rooms on the first floor. The second apparition is a ...
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Nelson's Ale House
Blandford Forum, Dorset
41.1 miles from otterford, UK-M3
A female woman was imprisoned in a room on the ground floor where she passed away, and staff have reported her angry presence which is accompanied by wine bottles being thrown around. Staff members on the upper floor have reported hearing children crying, but have found nothing. (Submitted by Callum Swift)
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Blandford British Legion Club
Blandford Forum, Dorset
41.1 miles from otterford, UK-M3
This historic house was formerly a private residence before conversion to a bar and legion club. Staff have reported objects moving around by themselves, and a variety of paranormal occurrences associated with the pool table. (Submitted by Callum Swift)
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The Old House
Blandford Forum, England
41.2 miles from otterford, UK-M3
Shortly after a former owner died, a neighbour reported seeing strange lights moving around the upper floor. When he and police officers went to investigate, they heard something that sounded like a body being dragged across the upper floor. They found nothing, but current residents still report hearing strange noises. (Submitted ...
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Spike Island
Bristol, City of Bristol
41.3 miles from otterford, UK-M3
A woman in white supposedly haunts here, as does a man whose eyes are black holes. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)
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SS Great Britain
Bristol, City of Bristol
41.5 miles from otterford, UK-M3
Former captain, John Gray is heard dragging his boots around the deck, going up and down the stairs. A Victorian woman has also been sensed on deck and sometimes, the energy on here has made people sick to their stomachs. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)
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