Haunted Places in kirkmaiden, Dumfries and Galloway



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    Grace Neill's

    Donaghadee, Ards

    24.9 miles from kirkmaiden, UK-U2

    The original owner is said to remain here to greet guests. Lights flickers, glasses move by themselves, and bottles have opened by themselves. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)


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    Dobbins Inn Hotel

    kirkmaiden, Carrickfergus

    35.6 miles from kirkmaiden, UK-U2

    The ghost of a woman named Maud is reported here in various rooms. Other people report shadows here by the reception area. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)


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    Carrickfergus Castle

    Carrickfergus, Carrickfergus

    35.6 miles from kirkmaiden, UK-U2

    A former soldier is seen here, nicknamed "Buttoncap", he is said to have murdered a man in a fit of jealousy, but was later executed; in his last breath, he vowed to haunt the castle. He is commonly reported by the old well. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)


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    Ballygally Castle

    Ballygalley, Larne

    40.5 miles from kirkmaiden, UK-U2

    Lady Isobel Shaw, a former occupant, is said to knock on the doors within the building. Another woman seen in a silk dress is believed to be the ghost of Madame Nixon. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)


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    Grand Opera House

    Belfast, Belfast

    41.2 miles from kirkmaiden, UK-U2

    Two deceased stage hands named George and Harry are said to be here. Actors have reported disembodied faces staring at them and shadows all around. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)


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    Crumlin Road Gaol

    Belfast, Belfast

    41.3 miles from kirkmaiden, UK-U2

    A ghostly man has been seen walking around the C Wing of the building. Other ghosts have been caught on photograph or heard all about the building. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)


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    Crumlin Road Jail

    Belfast, Belfast

    41.3 miles from kirkmaiden, UK-U2

    Apparitions, faces, and shadows have been caught on camera. While only 17 people were hung here, many other prisoners are said to be here occupying every wing. The B-wing is where a famous photograph caught the face of a man in a coffin. A prison warden is also in this ...


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    Castle Rushen

    Castletown,

    43.4 miles from kirkmaiden, UK-U2

    A woman has been seen in the towers and empty spaces within this property. A child is sometimes seen as well. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)


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    Culzean Castle

    kirkmaiden, South Ayrshire

    46.7 miles from kirkmaiden, UK-U2

    Many ghosts are reported here including a piper that can be heard playing outside, a woman in ball gown, a man who fell to his death near the cliffs, and screams coming from the Black Vaults. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)


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    Moresby Hall

    kirkmaiden, Cumbria

    54.2 miles from kirkmaiden, UK-U2

    It is said that this location was built on the site of a graveyard and/or near a pagan temple; the tunnels beneath are said to be haunted in connection with this. The ghost of Anne De Moresby is said to be here as well as that of a cavalier seen ...


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    Comlongon Castle

    kirkmaiden, Scotland

    62.8 miles from kirkmaiden, UK-U2

    Lady Marion Carruthers fell to her death in a case or either suicide or murder. At the point where she landed, no grass would grow, a feeling of sorrow was felt, and Lady Marion was seen crying. She has now been seen throughout the castle and is said to appear ...


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    Ardrossan Castle

    Ardrossan, North Ayrshire

    66.4 miles from kirkmaiden, UK-U2

    The ghost of William Wallace is said to wander the grounds. Some of the people who died when the castle was attacked by Wallace's forces are said to be here as well. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)


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    Lapwing Lodge - Coats Mill Sanatorium

    kirkmaiden, East Renfrewshire

    78.9 miles from kirkmaiden, UK-U2

    Lapwing Lodge started Life as a Sanatorium for Coats Mill workers in 1910. At this time the veranda was open to the elements for the patients to be wheeled out into the fresh air to recover. It remained in their ownership until 1955. Some of the former residents are said ...


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    Queen's Park, Glasgow

    Glasgow, Glasgow City

    83.3 miles from kirkmaiden, UK-U2

    On May 13th, 1568, the Battle of Langside (which is said to have been the beginning of the Marian civil war) took place here. With about 10,000 soldiers fighting, the casualties ranged at about 300, but many soldiers are still seen here. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)


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    Dalzell House

    Motherwell, North Lanarkshire

    83.8 miles from kirkmaiden, UK-U2

    Three women are said to haunt here. The first is the Green Lady found in the south wing, the second is the White Lady who wanders around the whole building, and the last one is believed to be a nurse from World War I. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)


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    Riverside Museum

    Glasgow, Glasgow City

    85.1 miles from kirkmaiden, UK-U2

    Stories exist here of a washer girl who perished in an accident in the Victorian Era; one guest managed to snap a photo of the supposed girl waving at the camera. Whether it is a camera trick or not, other guests and employees have reported a similar girl in the ...


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    Renfrew Victory Baths

    Renfrew, Renfrewshire

    85.1 miles from kirkmaiden, UK-U2

    Renfrew Victory Baths is said to be haunted by nine different ghosts of which some have made local news headlines including a paranormal investigation with STV. We have never been disappointed at this venue!! A woman in white is seen in the tunnels and a small boy who is said to ...


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    Overtoun House and Bridge

    kirkmaiden, West Dunbartonshire

    89 miles from kirkmaiden, UK-U2

    The bridge leading up to this location has one of the strangest reputations: since the 1950's many dogs have taken their own lives by jumping off of this bridge (even jumping off again if they don't die the first time). Furthermore, a man threw his child over the edge, intending ...


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    Ardgillan Castle

    kirkmaiden, Dublin

    91 miles from kirkmaiden, UK-U2

    A woman is said to appear on the bridge every Halloween. She is believed to have disappeared while swimming that day. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)


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    South Stack Lighthouse

    kirkmaiden, Isle of Anglesey

    95.5 miles from kirkmaiden, UK-U2

    A former lighthouse keeper died after he sustained injuries from a storm. He is heard banging on the doors and windows, objects are said to move at his hand, some have seen him looking into the window. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)


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    Culcreuch Castle

    kirkmaiden, Stirling

    99.1 miles from kirkmaiden, UK-U2

    A harp-player was said to accompany her lover when he was dying. She can be heard in adjoining playing her instrument. A dark human-sized mass has also been seen in the halls. The Chinese Bird Room is said to have the most activity. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)


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    Malahide Castle

    Malahide, Dublin

    99.4 miles from kirkmaiden, UK-U2

    The ghost of a jester, named Puck, had a short-lived love affair with a woman responsible for provoking rebellion. Since his murder, Puck has been seen in his full outfit, sometimes appearing in photos. The son of Lord Galtrim died when a battle broke out on his wedding day; his ...


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    Beaumaris Castle

    Beaumaris, Isle of Anglesey

    103.6 miles from kirkmaiden, UK-U2

    Phantom monks are seen in the chapel and heard chanting. People have also reported bloodcurling screams from inside the area. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)


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    Beaumaris Gaol

    Beaumaris, Isle of Anglesey

    103.6 miles from kirkmaiden, UK-U2

    Beaumaris was a brutal prison and execution site, but closed in 1878. One ghost thought to be here was the last person ever hanged who uttered an omen about his innocence and how his death would cause the clock faces to never show at the same time (which mysteriously came ...


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    The Penrhyn Old Hall

    Penrhyn Bay, Conwy

    105.1 miles from kirkmaiden, UK-U2

    The most common place for activity is in the Baronial Hall and the upper floor; a monk is said to haunt these rooms. Other ghosts that are seen here include a girl in the stairway, a soldier in the function room (as well as a ill-tempered man), an old lady ...


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    Airth Castle

    Airth, Scotland

    105.4 miles from kirkmaiden, UK-U2

    It is said that the castle burned down and killed two children and their nanny. They can be seen all over the property and heard in rooms 3, 4, 9, and 23. A ghostly dog is also said to bite people in the hallways. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)


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    House of the Binns

    kirkmaiden, West Lothian

    105.6 miles from kirkmaiden, UK-U2

    Two ghosts are said to be here: A former owner, very boastful over his poker victories, is seen on horseback; a phantom monk is also reported here. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)


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    Glasnevin Cemetery

    Dublin, Dublin

    106 miles from kirkmaiden, UK-U2

    A dog is reported at the grave of John McNeill Boyd; it is said that this dog was the Boyd's faithful companion who starved to death alongside Boyd's grave. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)


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    Plas Newydd

    kirkmaiden, Isle of Anglesey

    106.2 miles from kirkmaiden, UK-U2

    The former Ladies of Llangollen, Eleanor and Sarah, now are said to frequent the library and master bedroom. An elderly woman, a young boy in the drawing room, and a former militant are also said to be here. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)


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    Plas Mawr

    Conwy, Conwy

    106.5 miles from kirkmaiden, UK-U2

    The pregnant housewife of the former owner fell down a staircase and succumbed to her injuries. The doctor attending to her, named Charles, tried to escape the premise before her husband returned, but his means of escape led to become trapped in a chimney where he suffocated. She and Charles ...


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    Stirling Castle

    Stirling, Stirling

    106.5 miles from kirkmaiden, UK-U2

    The Highland Ghost is seen here and was even caught on photograph before. He appears in a full costume and a kilt, often being mistaken for a living person. The Green Lady, said to be a servant to Mary, Queen of Scots, died after saving the Queen from a fire. ...


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    The Belvedere Hotel

    Dublin, Dublin

    106.8 miles from kirkmaiden, UK-U2

    The original owner's mother, Mary, is said to haunt here. It is said that she died somewhere inside. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)


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    St. Michan's Church

    Dublin, Dublin

    107.5 miles from kirkmaiden, UK-U2

    The vaults below this church contained mummified bodies and human remains. Voices can be heard whispering down there, as well as reports of being grabbed by invisible hands. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)


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    Shelbourne Hotel

    Dublin, Dublin

    107.6 miles from kirkmaiden, UK-U2

    A little girl likes to turn on faucets and move objects. One medium says that she's the ghost of Mary Masters, a child who became ill and died here. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)


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    Kilmainham Gaol

    Dublin, Dublin

    108.6 miles from kirkmaiden, UK-U2

    Men, women, and children were all locked away here. Petty theft could get you locked away, and executions were common. Before it was closed, some inmate managed to escape. How? Unknown forces would literally open their cell doors! The prison was forced to shut down because of how haunted it ...


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    Pensarn Coast

    kirkmaiden, Conwy

    110.1 miles from kirkmaiden, UK-U2

    A ghost ship is reported to still sail along the Abergele coastline. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)


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    Gwrych Castle

    kirkmaiden, Wales

    110.4 miles from kirkmaiden, UK-U2

    Shadows and light anomalies are seen; a vortex is also here and has been photographed. EVP's and off EMF readings are also common. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)


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    Bull Hotel

    Abergele, Conwy

    110.9 miles from kirkmaiden, UK-U2

    A young man dressed in leather supposedly died in a motorcycle accident not too far from here; he is seen throughout. A monk believed to have slipped and died from his injuries also is reported, as is a woman. Unusual smells, cold spots, shadows, and unexplained noises are normal here. (Submitted ...


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    Bodelwyddan Castle

    Bodelwyddan, Denbighshire

    113.8 miles from kirkmaiden, UK-U2

    A Victorian woman is reported in the sculpture gallery, shadows are reported in the corridors, and soldier is known to also wander around. It is common to pick up orbs or light activity on camera. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)


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    Bodelwyddan Castle Hotel

    Bodelwyddan, Denbighshire

    113.8 miles from kirkmaiden, UK-U2

    The most famous ghost here is that of the Blue Lady (she likes to rattle dishes and pans). Guests feel as if they are being followed, shadows, soldiers, a Victorian woman are seen, EVPs pick up voices, guests have been touched despite being alone, and EMF reading fluctuate fast. (Submitted by ...


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    Montpelier Hill

    kirkmaiden, Dublin

    114.4 miles from kirkmaiden, UK-U2

    Many occult practices happened here in the past. The most famous ghost here is that of a black cat seen at the Steward's House; it was supposedly sacrificed for a Satanic ritual. Women dressed as nuns and shadows are also seen here. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)


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    The Llindir Inn

    kirkmaiden, Denbighshire

    118.2 miles from kirkmaiden, UK-U2

    According to legend, a woman named Sylvia was strangled to death here. Things often go missing for a day, objects are moved around, and faucets turn on and off by themselves. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)


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