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Oxford, England
7.5 miles from merton, UK-K2
Oxford is the second-oldest surviving university in the world, dating back to 1096. The most commonly reported ghost is that of a former master named Obadiah Walker, seen in the front quad. King Charles I, beheaded in his prime, is seen at Christ Church College, as has one of his ...
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Oxford Castle
Oxford, Oxfordshire
8 miles from merton, UK-K2
Full-bodied shadows and faces have appeared on camera here. A woman is seen at the castle mound, white mist is seen by the stairs, and footsteps are commonly heard. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)
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Macdonald Bear Hotel
Woodstock, Oxfordshire
8.1 miles from merton, UK-K2
A mother named Elizabeth, and her son, Christopher, are seen here; Christopher is quite playful with the guests. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)
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The Holt Hotel
merton, Oxfordshire
8.4 miles from merton, UK-K2
A highwayman named Claude Duval occupied this building and killed the former landlord. In Room 3, guests feel as if they are being watched and beds shake by themselves. Sometimes, heavy footsteps are heard walking down the hall. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)
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The Bell Hotel
Winslow, Buckinghamshire
13.7 miles from merton, UK-K2
The former owner of the hotel, Angelina, was pushed down the stairs by her lover when he learned she was pregnant. She is still here, as are two other spirits that can't seem to cross over. The first is the spirit of a little girl looking for her family, the ...
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The Hellfire Caves
West Wycombe, Buckinghamshire
21 miles from merton, UK-K2
A man named Paul Whitehead was once the secretary to the Hellfire Club. After his death in 1774, he wanted his heart to be placed in an urn which was on display until it was stolen. He seen wandering around, supposedly looking for his heart. A ghost of a teenager ...
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The George and Dragon Hotel
merton, Buckinghamshire
21.1 miles from merton, UK-K2
A spirit who has since become known as "The White Lady" has been seen here. She is believed to have killed by a former lover and her footsteps can heard throughout the location. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)
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Woburn Abbey
merton, England
26 miles from merton, UK-K2
The Abbot of Woburn denounced the king and was hanged for his opinion; he was seen standing beside the old tree from which he hanged, yet, is no longer thought to be there. In the Butler's Pantry, a strange brown blur is seen (said to resemble a monk). Duchess Mary ...
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Saracens Head Inn
Amersham, Buckinghamshire
26.8 miles from merton, UK-K2
A 17th century woman is said to remain here as is the ghost of another figure, yet to be identified. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)
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Ettington Park Hotel
Alderminster, Warwickshire
27.6 miles from merton, UK-K2
A woman named Lady Emma is seen in a white dress floating through walls. In the library, a man has been seen accompanied by a dog, and a Victorian woman has been seen throughout. A monk, an army officer, and two children who drowned are also reported here. (Submitted by Chris ...
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Ettington Park Hotel
merton, Warwickshire
27.6 miles from merton, UK-K2
This location was used as the set for the 1963 horror film The Haunting, but the location itself has more to offer. Reports of several Victorian-era ghosts are seen including that of a woman, a servant, and former occupants Edward Shirley, as well as two of the Shirley children who ...
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Delapre Abbey
Northampton, Northamptonshire
28.5 miles from merton, UK-K2
In the fifteenth century, the Battle of Northampton took place here. Along with the ghosts of deceased soldiers, nuns are also reported here. In the cellar, objects move and voices are heard. The enery responsible for it isn't said to be a good one. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)
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Watlington House
Reading, England
28.8 miles from merton, UK-K2
Former occupant, Captain Edward Purvis is said to remain here. Sometimes he is seen throughout here; an investigation or two won't hurt to find out if he's alone or not. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)
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Jolly Tar Inn and Public House
merton, Swindon
28.9 miles from merton, UK-K2
Guests and staff alike have encountered the apparition of a tall man who haunts the establishment. Other strange activity reported hear includes ghostly laughter and strange noises. (Submitted by Callum Swift)
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Harrow Inn
Wanborough, Swindon
30.7 miles from merton, UK-K2
People have reported hearing the sounds of a spectral horse and coaches crashing outside the inn, and seeing a worried man in period clothing rushing through the inn as if searching for something. (Submitted by Callum Swift)
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The Planks Auction Rooms
Swindon, Swindon
33.1 miles from merton, UK-K2
These historic auction rooms have been converted to apartments, but alleged hauntings have been reported ever since there conversion. Tenants have reported loud crashes and bangs when there is no one around, and a pale face that peers from the upper floor windows before vanishing. (Submitted by Callum Swift)
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Littlecote House
merton, England
33.5 miles from merton, UK-K2
Will Darrell once occupied this home until death from a horseback accident. His ghost, as well as a woman in blue have been reported. Perhaps one of the more stranger sightings is that of a midwife carrying a baby; they are thought to have died in a fire started by ...
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Chiseldon House Hotel
Chiseldon, Swindon
33.6 miles from merton, UK-K2
There are reports of a poltergeist haunting this historic hotel, including pictures that move by themselves and the sound of a cannon being fired emanating from the downstairs kitchen. (Submitted by Callum Swift)
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Clifton Hotel and Brewery
Swindon, Swindon
33.6 miles from merton, UK-K2
This hotel and brewery is haunted by a poltergeist who likes to throw glasses and break sherry bottles. (Submitted by Callum Swift)
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Three Legged Cross
Warfield, England
33.9 miles from merton, UK-K2
Now closed, a gypsy was said to have cursed the pub; not long after, the owner fell ill and died. The gypsy herself is seen wandering around nearby. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)
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The Check Inn
merton, Swindon
34.2 miles from merton, UK-K2
Staff and customers at this old pub have reported seeing apparitions in period clothing wandering through the bar area that vanish suddenly when approached. Various visitors have reported experiencing the vision of a man in a powdered wig writing poetry. (Submitted by Callum Swift)
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Warwick Castle
Warwick, Warwickshire
34.6 miles from merton, UK-K2
Sir Fulke Greville, a poet, playwright, and later, Commissioner of Treasury, restored this castle to the condition that it currently remains in, but was murdered by his servant after an argument ensued. Greville died here and has been seen in his former study room, sometimes standing in the shadows watching ...
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Windsor Castle
Windsor, Windsor and Maidenhead
34.9 miles from merton, UK-K2
The ghosts of Henry VIII (seen wandering in the halls), Anne Boleyn (seen in the Dean's Cloister looking out the window), Queen Elizabeth I (usually wearing all black), King George III (usually seen throughout, looking out of the windows), and Queen Victoria (seen throughout) have all been reported here. (Submitted by ...
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South Hill Park
Bracknell, England
36.3 miles from merton, UK-K2
A fire in the 19th century took the lives of two children. They are reported throughout the property. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)
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Ickenham tube station
Ickenham, Greater London
36.9 miles from merton, UK-K2
A woman wearing a red scarf fell onto the track and was electrocuted to death in the 1950's. People have reported seeing her here, recognizing her by her scarf. Submitted by Chris Berglund
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The Ostrich
Slough, Slough
37.4 miles from merton, UK-K2
The murders in this inn was the basis for Sweeney Todd; wealthy travelers were stripped of all useful items, then a level would open up a trapdoor where the victim would fall into a boiling pot of fat where they would die. Most of the activity is upstairs where the ...
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Mill Street
Prestbury, Gloucestershire
37.7 miles from merton, UK-K2
A headless horsemen is seen riding down this street. He was knocked off of his horse, interrogated for his political connections, then beheaded. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)
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Brownsover Hall Hotel
Rugby, Warwickshire
37.7 miles from merton, UK-K2
A rather cruel man nicknamed 'One-Handed Boughton’ continued his reign of terror even after his death. His ghost was so vicious, a team of clergymen attempted to exorcise his spirit, but he only returned later on. Footsteps, groaning, growling, and other unusual noises are still heard. Mysterious figures have also ...
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Brocket Arms
merton, Hertfordshire
38.5 miles from merton, UK-K2
A priest who was either tried and hanged or, rather, committed suicide is said to haunt here. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)
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Crown Inn
merton, Wiltshire
38.5 miles from merton, UK-K2
Guests hear have been harassed by an unseen presence, which blows on their necks, pushes them, brushes against them and even twists their ears. (Submitted by Callum Swift)
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Minsden Chapel
merton, Hertfordshire
38.9 miles from merton, UK-K2
The ruins of this chapel are home to a phantom monk who said to ring bells (which do not exist anymore) and that of a nun who was murdered in a nearby tunnel system. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)
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Salisbury A30
Hook, Hampshire
40 miles from merton, UK-K2
A highwayman named William Boulter was hung for crimes. He is said to be seen along portions of the road. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)
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Heathrow Airport
Longford, Greater London
40.3 miles from merton, UK-K2
A plane accident in 1948 killed almost all of the 22 on board; one passenger who died will approach people asking if they have seen his briefcase before vanishing. He is also said to walk the runways. Submitted by Chris Berglund
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Coombe Abbey Hotel
merton, Warwickshire
40.3 miles from merton, UK-K2
A hooded monk is seen, thought to be Abbott Geoffrey; Geoffrey was murdered in 1345 (perhaps he's the poltergeist also reported in the kitchen). A young woman named Matilda also has a history with this house. She had become pregnant by the master of the house, yet he refused to ...
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Chapel Cottage
merton, England
40.6 miles from merton, UK-K2
Townspeople believe a witch used to live on this old cottage on Forest Road, and people driving past the cottage have reported seeing her peering out from the upper floor of the building. (Submitted by Callum Swift)
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Old Hankerton Vicarage
merton, Wiltshire
40.8 miles from merton, UK-K2
A former resident of the early twentieth century vicarage reportedly saw a disembodied pair of legs dressed in grey flannel trousers wandering through the property before vanishing on several occasions. (Submitted by Callum Swift)
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The Avebury Stone Circle
Avebury, Wiltshire
41.4 miles from merton, UK-K2
A certain energy is given off by the stones here; one man was crushed to death in the 14th century by one of these monoliths and other legends give the idea that these stones are protected by guardians. Shadowy figures are seen among them and voices are heard singing at ...
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The Red Lion
merton, Wiltshire
41.4 miles from merton, UK-K2
A woman named Florie was thrown down a well after being caught having an affair. She is known to throw things, haunt the ladies' washroom, and has been seen walking about. A bearded man has also been reported here. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)
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The Lodge
Avebury, Wiltshire
41.5 miles from merton, UK-K2
This historic bed and breakfast is haunted by at least three apparitions. Guests have seen the apparition of a young woman, a man in Georgian clothing and a phantom coach drawn by four jet black horses. Staff have heard a voice which speaks to them in French. (Submitted by Callum Swift)
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Avebury Church
Avebury, Wiltshire
41.5 miles from merton, UK-K2
A local riding past the churchyard on a bicycle reported seeing a tall white apparition standing there. I myself have visited this church, and have seen a shadowy figure sitting at a pew near the front. After mentioning this comment to a local, he reported having seen strange lights and ...
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Preston Manor
Wembley, Greater London
42 miles from merton, UK-K2
A wrongly excommunicated nun, nicknamed "The White Lady", haunted here from the 16th century until the late 19th century demanding a Christian burial. a skeleton was uncovered while doing work on the house and was thought to belong to her; since the discovery, the apparitions of her ceased. A woman ...
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Coundon Court
merton, England
43.1 miles from merton, UK-K2
A nanny fell to her death here and had been seen by staff members on the staircase by the library. The founder of the academy, George Singer, has also been seen from time to time looking out the window. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)
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Zurich Municipal
Farnborough, Hampshire
43.3 miles from merton, UK-K2
Poltergeist activity is reported throughout. The location was once a monastery in the 14th century, but used to torture monks. Monks can be heard screaming and chanting in here. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)
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The Old Bell Hotel and Restaurant
Malmesbury, Wiltshire
43.9 miles from merton, UK-K2
The Grey Lady is seen in the James Ody room; she was said to have an unhappy marriage and wound up here. In the Foe room, the door was jammed from the inside, but when workers went inside to investigate, found nothing wrong. Objects have been smashed and cold spots ...
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Avenue House
London, Greater London
45.1 miles from merton, UK-K2
The spirits said to remain here are a woman who wanders around the premise (believed to be the former governess), a bitter man who can be found in the Turret Room, and a child who was locked in the cellar. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)
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Kimbolton School
Huntingdon, Cambridgeshire
45.2 miles from merton, UK-K2
The ghost of Catherine of Aragon is seen here, having it once been her home. She is usually seen walking in the hall. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)
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Manor Farm House
merton, Wiltshire
45.4 miles from merton, UK-K2
Reportedly haunted by an elderly woman who was decapitated after her burial by a corrupt man. She haunts the manor house where she passed away and is reportedly covered in blood. (Submitted by Callum Swift)
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White Rose Cottage
merton, England
46.4 miles from merton, UK-K2
The apparition of a lady in a black dress has been moving around the house at night as if she is protecting something. (Submitted by Callum Swift)
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Old Rectory
All Cannings, Wiltshire
46.6 miles from merton, UK-K2
The rectory is haunted by a Grey Lady, who has been seen standing at the foot of people's beds. (Submitted by Callum Swift)
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St Nicholas Chiswick
London, England
46.6 miles from merton, UK-K2
Mary Fauconburg and Frances Rich, the daughter of Oliver Cromwell, are said to haunt this location. After Cromwell's death, his body was disinterred and beheaded publicly. The daughters are said to have bribed a guard to have his remains placed here, but his body is currently in an unmarked grave. ...
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