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Oxford, England
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
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
6.8 miles from Summertown, 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
Summertown, Oxfordshire
11.1 miles from Summertown, 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
20.4 miles from Summertown, 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
21.6 miles from Summertown, 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
Summertown, Buckinghamshire
21.6 miles from Summertown, 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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Jolly Tar Inn and Public House
Summertown, Swindon
22.5 miles from Summertown, 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
23.7 miles from Summertown, 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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Watlington House
Reading, England
25.3 miles from Summertown, 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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The Planks Auction Rooms
Swindon, Swindon
26.3 miles from Summertown, 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
Summertown, England
26.4 miles from Summertown, 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
26.5 miles from Summertown, 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
26.8 miles from Summertown, 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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The Check Inn
Summertown, Swindon
27.3 miles from Summertown, 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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Saracens Head Inn
Amersham, Buckinghamshire
28.7 miles from Summertown, 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
Summertown, Warwickshire
29.3 miles from Summertown, 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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Ettington Park Hotel
Alderminster, Warwickshire
29.3 miles from Summertown, 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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Crown Inn
Summertown, Wiltshire
31.6 miles from Summertown, 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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Three Legged Cross
Warfield, England
32 miles from Summertown, 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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Woburn Abbey
Summertown, England
32.2 miles from Summertown, 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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Chapel Cottage
Summertown, England
33.4 miles from Summertown, 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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South Hill Park
Bracknell, England
34 miles from Summertown, 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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The Avebury Stone Circle
Avebury, Wiltshire
34.3 miles from Summertown, 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
Summertown, Wiltshire
34.4 miles from Summertown, 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
34.4 miles from Summertown, 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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Windsor Castle
Windsor, Windsor and Maidenhead
34.5 miles from Summertown, 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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Avebury Church
Avebury, Wiltshire
34.5 miles from Summertown, 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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Mill Street
Prestbury, Gloucestershire
34.8 miles from Summertown, 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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Old Hankerton Vicarage
Summertown, Wiltshire
34.8 miles from Summertown, 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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Delapre Abbey
Northampton, Northamptonshire
35.5 miles from Summertown, 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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Salisbury A30
Hook, Hampshire
35.8 miles from Summertown, 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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The Ostrich
Slough, Slough
37.4 miles from Summertown, 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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The Old Bell Hotel and Restaurant
Malmesbury, Wiltshire
37.8 miles from Summertown, 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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Warwick Castle
Warwick, Warwickshire
37.9 miles from Summertown, 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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Ickenham tube station
Ickenham, Greater London
38.1 miles from Summertown, 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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Manor Farm House
Summertown, Wiltshire
38.3 miles from Summertown, 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
Summertown, England
39.3 miles from Summertown, 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
39.5 miles from Summertown, 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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Zurich Municipal
Farnborough, Hampshire
40.3 miles from Summertown, 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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Heathrow Airport
Longford, Greater London
40.4 miles from Summertown, 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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Magpie
Chippenham, England
42.1 miles from Summertown, UK-K2
This store is located in a former tavern, and is believed to be haunted by three apparitions. The first is that of a man in a Trilby hat, who has been seen by staff and customers on the ground floor. The other apparitions are of a middle-aged woman and her ...
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The Black Swan Hotel
Devizes, Wiltshire
42.4 miles from Summertown, UK-K2
A woman in a white dress is seen throughout the hotel, usually floating in and out of walls. In the cellar, visitors report faces showing up in photos (coming out of the walls). (Submitted by Chris Berglund)
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Palace Cinema
Devizes, Wiltshire
42.4 miles from Summertown, UK-K2
The cinema is haunted by the apparitions of two men in period clothing, who have been seen in the lounge and on the staircase. The projectionist booth is also haunted, with reports of cold spots and the sensation of an unseen presence. During closing hours, staff reportedly hear loud footsteps ...
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Upstairs and Downstairs Antiques
Devizes, Wiltshire
42.4 miles from Summertown, UK-K2
Paranormal occurrences reported by staff working here include disembodied footsteps and the inexplicable smell of smoke. (Submitted by Callum Swift)
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Wiltshire Museum
Devizes, Wiltshire
42.5 miles from Summertown, UK-K2
This museum was formerly the mansion owned by the Cunningham family, and the matriarch of the family reportedly appears in the museum after hours and wanders around the building. (Submitted by Callum Swift)
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Five Alls Public House
Chippenham, England
42.9 miles from Summertown, UK-K2
The public house is rumoured to be haunted by an old woman, a former tenant of the inn. People have reported furniture moving around by itself and lights that turn on and off by themselves. (Submitted by Callum Swift)
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Brocket Arms
Summertown, Hertfordshire
43 miles from Summertown, 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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Brownsover Hall Hotel
Rugby, Warwickshire
43.3 miles from Summertown, 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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Woodchester Mansion
Summertown, Gloucestershire
43.4 miles from Summertown, UK-K2
The chapel is said to have the most activity; it is said that Satanic rituals once took place in here and with it. A tall apparition as well as an element have settled in, possibly because of it. Other figures around the mansion include an elderly woman who grabs visitors, ...
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