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0Palace Theatre, Westcliff-on-Sea
Southend-on-Sea, England
4.7 miles from shoeburyness, UK-M5
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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The Anchor
Canewdon, Essex
6.3 miles from shoeburyness, UK-M5
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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Chatham Historic Dockyard
Chatham, Medway
15.3 miles from shoeburyness, UK-M5
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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Fort Amherst
Chatham, Medway
15.6 miles from shoeburyness, UK-M5
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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Rochester Castle
Rochester, England
16.2 miles from shoeburyness, UK-M5
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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Coalhouse Fort
East Tilbury, Essex
16.5 miles from shoeburyness, UK-M5
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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The White Hart
West Mersea, Essex
17.4 miles from shoeburyness, UK-M5
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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Blue Bell Hill
shoeburyness, Kent
18.9 miles from shoeburyness, UK-M5
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
20 miles from shoeburyness, UK-M5
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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Layer Marney Tower
Layer Marney, Essex
20.1 miles from shoeburyness, UK-M5
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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Reculver Towers and Roman Fort
Reculver, England
20.2 miles from shoeburyness, UK-M5
Roman soldiers who once patrolled fort are still seen patrolling it. The skeletons of children that were uncovered could explain the sounds of crying that emulates from here. Dark, hooded figures have also been seen; odds are that a bulk of the activity that goes on here hasn't even been ...
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Leeds Castle
Broomfield, England
21 miles from shoeburyness, UK-M5
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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The Woolpack Inn
Chilham, Kent
21.2 miles from shoeburyness, UK-M5
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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Charing
Charing, England
22.3 miles from shoeburyness, UK-M5
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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Larkfield Priory Hotel
shoeburyness, Kent
22.4 miles from shoeburyness, UK-M5
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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Elvey Farm
shoeburyness, Kent
24.6 miles from shoeburyness, UK-M5
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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Black Horse
shoeburyness, Kent
24.8 miles from shoeburyness, UK-M5
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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Schoolmaster's Hanging Site
shoeburyness, Kent
24.8 miles from shoeburyness, UK-M5
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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The Fox and Fiddler
Colchester, England
24.8 miles from shoeburyness, UK-M5
A chambermaid named Sarah was said to have been walled up here by the Witchfinder General, Matthew Hopkins. Sarah is a good soul with a good sense of humour, described as being short, blonde, and in an old chambermaid costume. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)
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Parish Church of St Nicholas
shoeburyness, Kent
24.9 miles from shoeburyness, UK-M5
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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Brook Red Lion Hotel
Colchester, Essex
25 miles from shoeburyness, UK-M5
A little girl named Alice was murdered here and has remained here since her death in 1638. She's usually seen in rooms 5, 6, and 10; some believe she also appears as a woman. A monk is seen in the halls and a little boy is seen in the Parliament ...
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Hollytrees Museum
Colchester, England
25 miles from shoeburyness, UK-M5
Guests have reported the presence of a woman in white; it is believed to Miss Anne Lisle due to many people feeling as if someone is standing behind them in the same room as her portrait. A lady in grey is also reported in the East Lodge; her presence is ...
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Colchester Castle
Colchester, England
25.1 miles from shoeburyness, UK-M5
A man named James Parnell was imprisoned here until his death. Part of his punishment involved having to climb a rope in order to obtain his food, but never recovered after a fall. James is reported throughout the building since his unfortunate passing. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)
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The Old Siege House Bar and Brasserie
Colchester, Essex
25.2 miles from shoeburyness, UK-M5
Soldiers from the English Civil War are said to still make this building their home. Cavaliers have vanished before stunned guests and some of the ghosts give off an overwhelmingly negative energy that staff try to avoid certain areas. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)
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The Kelvedon Hatch Nuclear Bunker
Kelvedon Hatch, Essex
25.2 miles from shoeburyness, UK-M5
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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Blacksmith Arms
shoeburyness, Kent
25.2 miles from shoeburyness, UK-M5
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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Treasure Holt Garden Centre
Clacton-on-Sea, Essex
25.2 miles from shoeburyness, UK-M5
Smugglers and murders once used this place as a hide-out. It is also said that the innkeeper at the time used to murder many people and then dump their bodies by a trapdoor into a well beneath it. The most commonly seen ghost here is that of a monk who ...
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Fright Corner
shoeburyness, Kent
25.3 miles from shoeburyness, UK-M5
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
shoeburyness, Kent
25.3 miles from shoeburyness, UK-M5
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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Dering Wood - Screaming Woods
Smarden, Kent
25.7 miles from shoeburyness, UK-M5
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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Dartford Library
Dartford, Kent
25.8 miles from shoeburyness, UK-M5
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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Dering Arms
Pluckley, Kent
26.1 miles from shoeburyness, UK-M5
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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Village Brickworks
shoeburyness, Kent
26.1 miles from shoeburyness, UK-M5
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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Maltman's Hill
Smarden, Kent
26.4 miles from shoeburyness, UK-M5
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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Brookside Theatre
Romford, Greater London
26.6 miles from shoeburyness, UK-M5
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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The Chequers Inn
Smarden, Kent
27 miles from shoeburyness, UK-M5
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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Boys Hall
Willesborough, Kent
27.9 miles from shoeburyness, UK-M5
A woman who lost her lover in a duel is seen wandering around. A stable master, named Thomas, and a ghost called "John the Drunk" are also here. Be warned before you come here: some people have been grabbed by unseen hands or hear scratching noises. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)
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Hall Place, Kent
Dartford, England
28.2 miles from shoeburyness, UK-M5
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
28.9 miles from shoeburyness, UK-M5
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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Ellington Park
Ramsgate, Kent
29.5 miles from shoeburyness, UK-M5
The site of the rookery was once a manor where the wife of the owner stabbed her husband to death. It is said that she is seen running away from someone. Submitted by Chris Berglund
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The Mistley Thorn Hotel
Mistley, Essex
30.8 miles from shoeburyness, UK-M5
Three of the ghosts here are said to include Matthew Hopkins (better known as the Witchfinder General) who died of tuberculosis in 1647. Other spirits include that of a serving girl usually seen walking along the corridors and a young boy who was thrown under a moving cart and trampled ...
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The Walnut Tree
Aldington, Kent
31.2 miles from shoeburyness, UK-M5
George Ransley, a criminal, is said to haunt here. Another haunting involves a group of smugglers who killed one of their members and hid the body in a well; the sound of the body being dragged and dropped can be heard. Submitted by Chris Berglund
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Chislehurst Caves
Chislehurst, Greater London
33.1 miles from shoeburyness, UK-M5
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
shoeburyness, Greater London
34.6 miles from shoeburyness, UK-M5
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
34.8 miles from shoeburyness, UK-M5
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
35 miles from shoeburyness, UK-M5
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
35.2 miles from shoeburyness, UK-M5
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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Dover Castle
Dover, Kent
35.9 miles from shoeburyness, UK-M5
CCTV footage recently caught a blurred figure by the castle's gate. This could possibly be the ghost of a drummer boy who was murdered and decapitated while running an errand; sometimes he is heard drumming. A woman in red and a cavalier have been seen in the old keep, and ...
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Borley Rectory
shoeburyness, Essex
36.3 miles from shoeburyness, UK-M5
Supposedly one of the most haunted locations in the United Kingdom, apparitions have appeared in photographs, objects have moved on their own, and out-of-place-looking figures have been witnessed all over the grounds of this house. Supposedly, a monk and nun tried to elope around here, but were caught and killed ...
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Sutton House
London, Greater London
36.6 miles from shoeburyness, UK-M5
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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