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Palace Theatre, Westcliff-on-Sea
Southend-on-Sea, England
6.1 miles from benfleet, UK-E4
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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Coalhouse Fort
East Tilbury, Essex
6.9 miles from benfleet, UK-E4
The history of this location dates back to ancient times; some of those who oversaw this building are very well said to remain. In the tunnels, many report shadows, full-bodied apparitions, and mist showing up in photographs. Some people have been grabbed or had objects thrown at them. In the ...
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Chatham Historic Dockyard
Chatham, Medway
9.8 miles from benfleet, UK-E4
A teenaged girl is commonly seen in the windows staring at the sea, believed to be waiting for her lover to return. The spirits of a woman and an angry man are possibly responsible for doors slamming and the feeling of being watched. A female supervisor who died here in ...
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Rochester Castle
Rochester, England
10.1 miles from benfleet, UK-E4
Lady Blanche de Warenne was killed during a siege in 1264. An arrow intended to kill her husband bounced off his breastplate and struck her instead; she then fell from the keep. Some say that they see the fall repeating itself, others hear disembodied footsteps within the castle. (Submitted by Chris ...
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The Anchor
Canewdon, Essex
10.2 miles from benfleet, UK-E4
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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Fort Amherst
Chatham, Medway
10.2 miles from benfleet, UK-E4
It's very common to capture heavy fog in photographs. People have seen shadows, full-bodied apparitions, and heard strange voices. People who walk through the tunnel will sometimes wind up with a child's handprint on them. A ghost soldier is also seen, but usually more often to the regulars here. (Submitted by ...
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Blue Bell Hill
benfleet, Kent
14.1 miles from benfleet, UK-E4
According to local legend, a bride-to-be was killed along the A229. Her spirit still walks along the road and sometimes attempts to hitchhike, but vanishes. Another case involve a young girl who was hit by a car and wrapped in a blanket until help could arrive, but the girl had ...
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White Horse
Chelmsford, England
14.6 miles from benfleet, UK-E4
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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Dartford Library
Dartford, Kent
15.5 miles from benfleet, UK-E4
Books are said to fall off of their shelves, employees are grabbed or have their clothing tugged, and people have the sense that someone is always watching them. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)
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The Kelvedon Hatch Nuclear Bunker
Kelvedon Hatch, Essex
15.8 miles from benfleet, UK-E4
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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Brookside Theatre
Romford, Greater London
15.9 miles from benfleet, UK-E4
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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Larkfield Priory Hotel
benfleet, Kent
16.9 miles from benfleet, UK-E4
A servant named Charlotte either died during a botched abortion or killed herself after she lost her baby. Either way, her ghost is still reported here. Numerous other ghosts have been picked up; this could possibly be attributed to the gallows that once stood on this property. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)
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Hall Place, Kent
Dartford, England
17.8 miles from benfleet, UK-E4
The White Lady of Tower was said to have seen her husband's murder and, soon after, died of grief. She is seen near the tower, sometimes looking out the window. A man known as the Black Prince also appears here; he is said to be a bad omen. Other shadows ...
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Becontree tube station
Dagenham, Greater London
18.2 miles from benfleet, UK-E4
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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Leeds Castle
Broomfield, England
19.9 miles from benfleet, UK-E4
The ghost of a black dog is seen here, being associated as a bad omen for the family who lived here. The Duchess of Gloucester, who was once imprisoned here, and a woman with long, flowing hair have also been seen here. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)
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Layer Marney Tower
Layer Marney, Essex
22.7 miles from benfleet, UK-E4
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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The White Hart
West Mersea, Essex
22.8 miles from benfleet, UK-E4
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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Chislehurst Caves
Chislehurst, Greater London
22.9 miles from benfleet, UK-E4
A strange mist will appear in many photos despite no reason. Sounds of children and dogs barking also come from within. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)
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Blackwall Tunnel
benfleet, Greater London
23.9 miles from benfleet, UK-E4
People have reported a case of a phantom hitchhiker; he asks for a ride to visit his girlfriend, but vanishes before reaching the other end. It's believed to be the spirit of a motorcyclist who died in 1960. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)
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The Queen's House, Greenwich
London, Greater London
24.1 miles from benfleet, UK-E4
In 1966, a famous photograph captured spectres ascending the Tulip Staircase. Nothing is known about these figures, but guests have reported seeing figures in out-of-date clothing. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)
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Greenwich Foot Tunnel
London, Greater London
24.3 miles from benfleet, UK-E4
While the claustrophobic atmoshpere might be explained by the location of the tunnel, sometimes, people don't feel like they are alone when crossing here. A pair in Victorian clothes have been seen taking this path, disappearing as people approach. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)
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The Bow Bells
London, Greater London
24.5 miles from benfleet, UK-E4
A spirit is said to occupy the washroom. It flushes toilets (while in use), plays with the doors, and has manifested as fog that oozes from the ground. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)
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Charing
Charing, England
24.6 miles from benfleet, UK-E4
Pluckley, a small village in the county of Kent in England, is well known as the most haunted place in the UK. However, just a couple of miles down the road and sitting in a valley is the historic village of Charing. My family lived there for many years and ...
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Elvey Farm
benfleet, Kent
25.8 miles from benfleet, UK-E4
The ghost of Edward Brett (a man who killed himself) and a man in a military uniform are spotted here. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)
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Sutton House
London, Greater London
25.8 miles from benfleet, UK-E4
A woman (thought to be wife of John Machell the younger) has been seen here in a white (or sometimes) blue dress. Guests have been awakened from their slumber in the Exhibition Room by a woman standing beside them. Dogs are heard barking despite no animals being inside of here, ...
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Bethnal Green Tube Station
London, Greater London
26 miles from benfleet, UK-E4
On March 1st, 1943, the sound of an anti-aircraft battery went off, but was mistaken for an attack by the Luftwaffe. Many Londoners fled down this tube, but the stampede resulted in the deaths of 173 people. The screams of many are still heard, as well as crying and sobbing. Submitted ...
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Schoolmaster's Hanging Site
benfleet, Kent
26.2 miles from benfleet, UK-E4
A schoolmaster hung himself around this area wearing a coat and striped pants. People who see his ghost say that is still wearing the same outfit. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)
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Black Horse
benfleet, Kent
26.2 miles from benfleet, UK-E4
Inside of this pub, claims of poltergeist activity draw in curious people. Items usually disappear and reappear when guests aren't looking. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)
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Parish Church of St Nicholas
benfleet, Kent
26.3 miles from benfleet, UK-E4
One of the members of the Dering Family gave birth to a stillborn child placed in an unmarked grave. Now, there are reports that she can be seen wandering the graveyard, often referred to as the Red Lady. Another spirit, known simply as The White Lady is also seen around ...
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Fright Corner
benfleet, Kent
26.4 miles from benfleet, UK-E4
Fright Corner was the location of a highwayman's execution (his name being given as Robert DuBois), supposedly. Long after having met his fate by a sword or spear, his shadow still lurks around his final spot. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)
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Pinnock Bridge
benfleet, Kent
26.4 miles from benfleet, UK-E4
Locals here know the history of someone known as the Watercress Woman, a gypsy who burned to death after her clothing caught on fire. People claim to see her walking around the location. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)
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Town of Ramsgate - The Wapping Old Stairs
London, England
26.4 miles from benfleet, UK-E4
Beside this building are the Wapping Old Stairs; George Jeffreys, 1st Baron Jeffreys of Wem, is seen by the Thames as if he is patrolling. Low tide is said to be the most common time for something or someone to manifest. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)
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Blacksmith Arms
benfleet, Kent
26.4 miles from benfleet, UK-E4
Reports say that there is a cavalier who is still seen here, generally in the upstairs rooms. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)
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Dering Wood - Screaming Woods
Smarden, Kent
26.5 miles from benfleet, UK-E4
A colonel is said to be the most prominent haunter in this forest. He is reported to have hung himself and appears to be very lifelike. Other reports say that more than 50 people have died in this area and some of them still possibly remain. Often, ectoplasm or ghostly ...
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Truman Brewery Site
London, Greater London
26.8 miles from benfleet, UK-E4
The second victim of Jack the Ripper, Anne Chapman, was discovered here. Her apparition was said to be seen standing up against the wall of the boardroom, usually accompanied by a chill. Submitted by Chris Berglund
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Ten Bells Pub
London, Greater London
26.9 miles from benfleet, UK-E4
Mary Kelly, Jack the Ripper's final victim, was last seen here before she was discovered the next day having been brutally mutilated. Kelly herself is not the ghost here, but rather, a Victorian gentlemen believed to be former owner, George Roberts. George is seen on the upper floors and would ...
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The Woolpack Inn
Chilham, Kent
26.9 miles from benfleet, UK-E4
The ghost is that of the Grey Lady; she roams the building, but is known for being quite friendly. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)
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Aldgate tube station
London, Greater London
26.9 miles from benfleet, UK-E4
The station was built over a plague pit supposedly containing 1,000 bodies. The ghosts here are said to be protective; one story involves an electrician who was shocked with 20,000 volts after a mistake during a normal repair. A transparent figure of an elderly woman was seen beside him and ...
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St. Botolph Without Aldgate
London, England
27 miles from benfleet, UK-E4
In 1982, a photographer managed to capture a photograph of a figure dressed out-of-date in the upper sections on this church. It is considered to be one of the most famous ghost photos ever taken lending to the idea that St. Botolph's is haunted. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)
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Tower of London
London, Greater London
27 miles from benfleet, UK-E4
Quite possibly London's most haunted spot, the activity includes the ghost of Thomas Becket (who was murdered on these grounds in 1170), Arbella Stuart (who can be found in her room), and Anne Boleyn, usually seen walking while carrying her head. Other spirits include two children supposedly murdered by ...
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Chapel Royal of Saint Peter Ad Vincula - The Tower of London
London, England
27 miles from benfleet, UK-E4
The body of Anne Boleyn was discovered underneath the floor. She is one of the most commonly reported ghosts in the area. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)
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Mitre Square
London, Greater London
27 miles from benfleet, UK-E4
Catherine Eddowes, the fourth victim of Jack the Ripper was discovered here in 1888. Some people say that as the anniversary of her death approaches (September 30th), her figure is seen nearby the spot in which she was murdered. Submitted by Chris Berglund
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All Hallows By The Tower Church
London, England
27.1 miles from benfleet, UK-E4
As the oldest church in London, it should be no surprise that this one has a haunted reputation. A boy's choir practicing in the 1920's were surprised to see an elderly woman stop by and watch them. The choirmaster had thought he locked the doors... and was even more surprised ...
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Maltman's Hill
Smarden, Kent
27.2 miles from benfleet, UK-E4
People claim that along this road, a phantom carriage travels. Drivers will report the sounds of wooden wheels turning or hooves on cobblestone even though the road has been paved over. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)
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Liverpool Street Station
London, Greater London
27.2 miles from benfleet, UK-E4
Back in 2000, CCTV footage caught a blur emerging and vanishing here. A man in overalls is seen here; legend has it that the tube was built over a burial site. Submitted by Chris Berglund
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The Chequers Inn
Smarden, Kent
27.2 miles from benfleet, UK-E4
Highwayman, Dick Turpin is reported here. He is said to sit at a table and write using a quill. A Napoleonic-era soldier has also been reported here. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)
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Bruce Castle
London, Greater London
27.2 miles from benfleet, UK-E4
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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Village Brickworks
benfleet, Kent
27.2 miles from benfleet, UK-E4
A brickworker was supposedly crushed by a ton of bricks or fell to his death (depending on which variation is heard). His scream can be heard coming from where he died. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)
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Dering Arms
Pluckley, Kent
27.3 miles from benfleet, UK-E4
An elderly Victorian era woman with a bonnet is reported to here, as well as the White Lady. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)
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St Magnus-the-Martyr
London, England
27.4 miles from benfleet, UK-E4
A monk has been seen in various locations throughout the church. A solemn feeling is also reported near the tomb of Miles Coverdale. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)
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