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Barnstaple, Devon
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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Braunton Inn
Braunton, Devon
3.3 miles from barnstaple, UK-D4
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
barnstaple, Devon
9.7 miles from barnstaple, UK-D4
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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Sinai House
Lynton, Devon
13.7 miles from barnstaple, UK-D4
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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The Devil's Stone Inn
Shebbear, Devon
17 miles from barnstaple, UK-D4
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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The White Hart Hotel
Okehampton, Devon
23.9 miles from barnstaple, UK-D4
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
barnstaple, Devon
24.4 miles from barnstaple, UK-D4
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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Tors Hotel
barnstaple, Devon
25.1 miles from barnstaple, UK-D4
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 Oxenham Arms
South Zeal, Devon
25.5 miles from barnstaple, UK-D4
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 Highwayman Inn
barnstaple, Devon
26.9 miles from barnstaple, UK-D4
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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Trout Inn
barnstaple, Devon
28.1 miles from barnstaple, UK-D4
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
barnstaple, Devon
28.1 miles from barnstaple, UK-D4
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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Three Crowns Hotel
Chagford, England
29.8 miles from barnstaple, UK-D4
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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Rougemont Castle
Exeter, Devon
33.5 miles from barnstaple, UK-D4
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
33.6 miles from barnstaple, UK-D4
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
33.7 miles from barnstaple, UK-D4
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
33.7 miles from barnstaple, UK-D4
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
33.9 miles from barnstaple, UK-D4
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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Oystermouth Castle
The Mumbles, Wales
34.2 miles from barnstaple, UK-D4
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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Abbey Works
barnstaple, Wales
34.2 miles from barnstaple, UK-D4
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
barnstaple, Neath Port Talbot
36 miles from barnstaple, UK-D4
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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The Ley Arms
barnstaple, Devon
37.1 miles from barnstaple, UK-D4
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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B3212
barnstaple, Devon
38.7 miles from barnstaple, UK-D4
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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The Wellington Hotel
Boscastle, Cornwall
39.1 miles from barnstaple, UK-D4
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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Powderham Castle
barnstaple, England
39.8 miles from barnstaple, UK-D4
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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Bay Horse Inn
Ashburton, Devon
41 miles from barnstaple, UK-D4
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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Bryn Terrace
Llanelli, Carmarthenshire
41.1 miles from barnstaple, UK-D4
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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Taunton Castle
Taunton, Somerset
41.3 miles from barnstaple, UK-D4
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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Castle Hotel
Neath, Wales
41.5 miles from barnstaple, UK-D4
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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Llanelly House
Llanelli, Carmarthenshire
41.7 miles from barnstaple, UK-D4
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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St. Elli Parish Church
Llanelli, Carmarthenshire
41.8 miles from barnstaple, UK-D4
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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Thomas Arms
Llanelli, Wales
41.9 miles from barnstaple, UK-D4
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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Miskin Manor
barnstaple, Wales
42.1 miles from barnstaple, UK-D4
In the Oak Room, a man who is thought to be the former 'Lord of the Manor' is seen. Two females are reported: the first is a little girl who occupies the garden and one of the bedrooms, the second is a woman in the bar and drawing room. She ...
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Parc Howard Museum
Llanelli, Carmarthenshire
42.1 miles from barnstaple, UK-D4
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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Exmouth Rugby Club
Exmouth, England
42.2 miles from barnstaple, UK-D4
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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Stradey Wood
Llanelli, Carmarthenshire
42.4 miles from barnstaple, UK-D4
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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Stradey Castle
Llanelli, Carmarthenshire
42.5 miles from barnstaple, UK-D4
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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Jamaica Inn
barnstaple, Cornwall
42.5 miles from barnstaple, UK-D4
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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Pembrey Woods
Pembrey, Carmarthenshire
44 miles from barnstaple, UK-D4
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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New Look Boutique Store
Sidmouth, England
44 miles from barnstaple, UK-D4
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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Monks Retreat
barnstaple, Devon
44.3 miles from barnstaple, UK-D4
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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The Old Church House Inn
barnstaple, Devon
44.4 miles from barnstaple, UK-D4
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
barnstaple, Devon
44.4 miles from barnstaple, UK-D4
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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The Weary Friar
barnstaple, Cornwall
44.7 miles from barnstaple, UK-D4
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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Sidholme Hotel
Sidmouth, England
44.8 miles from barnstaple, UK-D4
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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Kennaway House
Sidmouth, England
45 miles from barnstaple, UK-D4
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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New Look
Sidmouth, England
45.1 miles from barnstaple, UK-D4
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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Llandaff Cathedral
Cardiff, Wales
45.9 miles from barnstaple, UK-D4
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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Dartington Hall
Dartington Hall, Devon
46.3 miles from barnstaple, UK-D4
Among the figures people claim to see are a lady in white (usually in the garden), two other women in one of the bedrooms, and a horseman outside of the building. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)
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Castell Coch
Tongwynlais, Wales
46.4 miles from barnstaple, UK-D4
A lady in white is seen here, thought to be the wife of the Third Marquis of Bute; however, her spirit has supposedly been reported before her time. Some believe it is a woman who is looking for her child. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)
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