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Cambridge, England
8.4 miles from swaffham prior, UK-C3
The University of Cambridge dates back to 1209 and has been ranked as one of the best universities in the world. With quite a history, it should be no surprise that Cambridge has had its share of paranormal reports. In the Old Master's Lodge, Henry Butts took his own life ...
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Old Ferry Boat Inn
swaffham prior, England
14.8 miles from swaffham prior, UK-C3
A woman named Juliet Tewsley hung herself on March 17th, 1050 after suffering from a case of a bad broken heart. She is said to return every March 17th on the eve of her suicide. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)
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Cross Keys Hotel
Saffron Walden, Essex
15.9 miles from swaffham prior, UK-C3
A ghostly woman believed to be Oliver Cromwell's mistress has been seen here. The apparition of a ghostly soldier is more commonly seen and heard in the corridors of the hotel. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)
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Wysing Arts Centre
swaffham prior, Cambridgeshire
16.3 miles from swaffham prior, UK-C3
Once a home to another family before being turned into an art museum, one of the former homeowners is said to reside here. The original house is said to have burned down and killed the entire family. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)
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Borley Rectory
swaffham prior, Essex
21.5 miles from swaffham prior, UK-C3
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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The Bell Inn
Thetford, Norfolk
22 miles from swaffham prior, UK-C3
Guests feel watched, smell perfume or grow cold here. They have reported seeing a monk in the main bedroom suite and have seen the former landlady, Elizabeth, in the drawing room. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)
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The Bell Inn
Thetford, Norfolk
22 miles from swaffham prior, UK-C3
Former keeper, Elizabeth Radcliffe still haunts her old property, as does a hooded monk seen in the main suite bedroom. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)
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The Swan Hotel
Lavenham, Suffolk
23.2 miles from swaffham prior, UK-C3
A marriage was going to take place out of wedlock, but the groom left the altar and the bride took her own life. She is most commonly seen in Room 15; it is here where she hung herself. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)
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Kimbolton School
Huntingdon, Cambridgeshire
29.2 miles from swaffham prior, UK-C3
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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The Feathers Inn
Wadesmill, Hertfordshire
31.5 miles from swaffham prior, UK-C3
A little girl who was run over by a stagecoach is seen here. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)
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Peterborough Museum
Peterborough, Peterborough
32 miles from swaffham prior, UK-C3
With a trip here, you might find yourself face to face with Thomas Hunter, who died during World War I. A sword in the gallery is to have a Roman soldier attached to it; another dark presence is on the first floor by recreation or period shops. Objects are thrown, ...
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Peterborough Museum and Art Gallery
Peterborough, Peterborough
32 miles from swaffham prior, UK-C3
Before it was a museum, this was a World War I hospital. An Australian named Thomas Hunter has been seen here since hours after his passing in 1916; he is usually on the staircase. In the cellar, a hooded figure slams doors and throws objects. Some five other ghosts are ...
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Minsden Chapel
swaffham prior, Hertfordshire
33.6 miles from swaffham prior, UK-C3
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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The Fox and Fiddler
Colchester, England
35.6 miles from swaffham prior, UK-C3
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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Brook Red Lion Hotel
Colchester, Essex
35.6 miles from swaffham prior, UK-C3
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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Colchester Castle
Colchester, England
35.7 miles from swaffham prior, UK-C3
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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Hollytrees Museum
Colchester, England
35.7 miles from swaffham prior, UK-C3
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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The Old Siege House Bar and Brasserie
Colchester, Essex
36.1 miles from swaffham prior, UK-C3
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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White Horse
Chelmsford, England
36.1 miles from swaffham prior, UK-C3
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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The Talbot Hotel
Oundle, Northamptonshire
36.2 miles from swaffham prior, UK-C3
A lady in black is known to appear and vanish by the staircase. She is rumored to be Mary, Queen of Scots. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)
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Layer Marney Tower
Layer Marney, Essex
36.2 miles from swaffham prior, UK-C3
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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Brocket Arms
swaffham prior, Hertfordshire
37.3 miles from swaffham prior, UK-C3
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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Castle Rising
swaffham prior, Norfolk
38.2 miles from swaffham prior, UK-C3
Former French royalty, Queen Isabella, was thought to be responsible for the death of King Edward II (see: Berkeley Castle). After his death, she lived the rest of her life here and was said to have gone mad. People have heard screaming and maniacal laughter. Apparitions and mist have also ...
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The Mistley Thorn Hotel
Mistley, Essex
39.2 miles from swaffham prior, UK-C3
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 Kelvedon Hatch Nuclear Bunker
Kelvedon Hatch, Essex
40 miles from swaffham prior, UK-C3
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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Sandringham House
swaffham prior, Norfolk
41 miles from swaffham prior, UK-C3
Poltergeist activity is reported here; books fly off of shelves, blankets are pulled, footsteps are heard, cold blasts of air are felt, lights turn off and on, and a wheezing noise is heard. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)
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The White Hart
West Mersea, Essex
41.8 miles from swaffham prior, UK-C3
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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Woburn Abbey
swaffham prior, England
42.3 miles from swaffham prior, UK-C3
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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Raynham Hall
swaffham prior, Norfolk
43 miles from swaffham prior, UK-C3
Quite possibly the most famous ghost photo was taken at this location. The ghost of Lady Dorothy Walpole (referred to as 'The Brown Lady') has been seen here since the 1830's. She has been throughout the building wearing a brown dress. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)
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The Bull Hotel
Woodbridge, Suffolk
44.3 miles from swaffham prior, UK-C3
In the 1640's, a political argument grew so heated that Richard Evered was stabbed to death. Since his death, he is reported in room 4. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)
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Brookside Theatre
Romford, Greater London
46.8 miles from swaffham prior, UK-C3
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 Anchor
Canewdon, Essex
47.6 miles from swaffham prior, UK-C3
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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Bruce Castle
London, Greater London
47.7 miles from swaffham prior, UK-C3
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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Treasure Holt Garden Centre
Clacton-on-Sea, Essex
48 miles from swaffham prior, UK-C3
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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8 Ferrestone Road
London, Greater London
49.2 miles from swaffham prior, UK-C3
This old terrace house is reportedly haunted by a violent poltergeist, who forced a family to leave after throwing objects around and making mysterious banging noises. It has been dubbed the 'Hornsey Coal Ghost' and is believed to be one of those buried in the garden which was a former ...
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Becontree tube station
Dagenham, Greater London
49.6 miles from swaffham prior, UK-C3
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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The Maids Head Hotel
Norwich, Norfolk
49.7 miles from swaffham prior, UK-C3
The two most commonly reported spirits are those of a woman said to be a former (whose presence is detected by the smell of lavender) and an elderly man in the courtyard (thought to be a former mayor of the city). (Submitted by Chris Berglund)
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Avenue House
London, Greater London
49.8 miles from swaffham prior, UK-C3
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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1 Avenue Road
London, Greater London
50.1 miles from swaffham prior, UK-C3
This former gothic mansion was recently refurbished as a block of apartments, but resident still report instances of paranormal activity. Strange flickering flights have been seen moving around the upper floors, and loud footsteps and other disembodied noises have been heard. Chanting can be heard in some parts of the ...
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Gloucester Drive
London, Greater London
50.2 miles from swaffham prior, UK-C3
Children can be heard running up and down the street at unusual hours, despite the road being empty. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)
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Delapre Abbey
Northampton, Northamptonshire
50.4 miles from swaffham prior, UK-C3
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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Alexander House
London, Greater London
50.4 miles from swaffham prior, UK-C3
This housing estate was built in the 1940's, but the land it was built on was the site of a former asylum. Residents have reported sighting the apparition of a shadowy figure with an evil face gliding through rooms and corridors of the estates, as well as seeing the figure ...
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Tollington Park
London, England
50.5 miles from swaffham prior, UK-C3
The sounds of a former murder from the beginning of the 20th century have been heard here. Generally, it's described as the sound of someone being chased, then choking to death. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)
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The Gate House
London, Greater London
50.6 miles from swaffham prior, UK-C3
A woman named Mother Marnes was murdered here; she is said to be seen wearing all black. Other people have been pushed, heard unusual noises, or felt very unwelcomed, particularly in the ballroom. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)
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Sutton House
London, Greater London
50.7 miles from swaffham prior, UK-C3
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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The Flask
London, Greater London
50.8 miles from swaffham prior, UK-C3
An unidentified woman has been seen here. She likes to swing the lights and move glasses, but if the temperature makes a sudden drop, she could be about to make a full-bodied appearance. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)
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Highgate Cemetery
London, Greater London
50.9 miles from swaffham prior, UK-C3
The two most commonly seen ghosts are that of a woman in grey often searching around frantically (the common belief is that she's looking for her children whom she killed) and a robed man who can be viewed from afar, but disappears when viewed too close. Another figure is said ...
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Palace Theatre, Westcliff-on-Sea
Southend-on-Sea, England
51.6 miles from swaffham prior, UK-C3
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 Bow Bells
London, Greater London
51.7 miles from swaffham prior, UK-C3
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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Bethnal Green Tube Station
London, Greater London
52.2 miles from swaffham prior, UK-C3
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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