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0Nanteos Mansion
Dyffryn Paith, Ceredigion
19.6 miles from synod, UK-X6
In the nearby forest, listen for a harp player; this said to come from the ghost of a man named Gruffydd Evans. A man seen near the lake (believed to be David Rowland, having drowned here in 1899); he waves his arms as if he is herding animals. Inside, many ...
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Aberglasney Garden
synod, Carmarthenshire
22.9 miles from synod, UK-X6
The most active room is the Blue Room; inside, five maids were asphyxiated by a stove that was left on to assist with the drying of plaster. Visitors have been touched by invisible hands and sometimes see the faces of the women thought to have died in here. A fugitive ...
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Dinefwr Castle (Newton House)
synod, Carmarthenshire
24.1 miles from synod, UK-X6
The 'White Lady' is seen here; she is believed to be the ghost of Lady Elinor Cavendish, a woman forced into a marriage which she attempted to escape from. It is said that her suitor caught up to her here and murdered her where she has been seen ever since. ...
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Dylan Thomas Boathouse
Laugharne, Wales
27.8 miles from synod, UK-X6
The ghost said to be here isn't that of famous poet, Dylan Thomas, but rather his mother-in-law, Florence. Florence died here in 1958 and has been reported upstairs. The sounds of chairs being moved around are common, pictures swap around, and lights turn themselves on and off. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)
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Kidwelly Castle
Kidwelly, Wales
29.5 miles from synod, UK-X6
Gwenllian ferch Gruffydd, who was the former wife of Prince Gruffydd ap Rhys, was beheaded and is seen wandering the grounds. Threatening voices are also heard in the prison. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)
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Pembrey Woods
Pembrey, Carmarthenshire
32.5 miles from synod, UK-X6
A group of robbers called "hatchet men" would lure locals and sailors into the woods before slaughtering them and emptying their pockets. The ghosts of the hatchet men as well as some officers from the local RAF base are seen in this forest, usually as shadows. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)
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Stradey Castle
Llanelli, Carmarthenshire
33.4 miles from synod, UK-X6
A multitude of ghost stories emerge from here including that of a female ghost with origins from the 19th century, to a mother who went mad after learning that children were killed in the Crimean War. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)
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Stradey Wood
Llanelli, Carmarthenshire
33.5 miles from synod, UK-X6
A runner who was hit by a car is said to still be here, dressed in old-timey clothes. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)
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Parc Howard Museum
Llanelli, Carmarthenshire
33.8 miles from synod, UK-X6
A nurse and a soldier have been seen and heard here. Another reported being is that of a man who hid in the chimney to avoid being caught with a maid; he died inside and is thought to still be here. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)
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Thomas Arms
Llanelli, Wales
34 miles from synod, UK-X6
The ghost of a guest named Colin may be responsible for manipulating objects. CCTV actually caught a misty figure in one of the waiting rooms. Other than that, the cellar gives off a vicious feeling, and Room 6 has a reputation for giving off the feeling that you aren't alone ...
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St. Elli Parish Church
Llanelli, Carmarthenshire
34.2 miles from synod, UK-X6
A ghostly horse-drawn carriage is said to start out its route here before disappearing as it drives away. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)
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Llanelly House
Llanelli, Carmarthenshire
34.2 miles from synod, UK-X6
A woman is reportedly seen here; it is also said that some people will hear her playing an organ. A former maid is also said to be here. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)
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Bryn Terrace
Llanelli, Carmarthenshire
34.8 miles from synod, UK-X6
The ghost of a sea captain has been spotted here for quite some time. He is believed to be a malevolent spirit. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)
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Craig-y-Nos Castle
synod, Powys
36.2 miles from synod, UK-X6
The former owner, Adelina Patti, is commonly reported here, as are her second husband, Nicolini, and the composer, Rossini. The Top Children's Ward is the most active; it was once a recovery center for children with tuberculosis, however, many never recovered. Children are seen and heard giggling, and objects are ...
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A4076
Johnston, Wales
40 miles from synod, UK-X6
Motorists have been forced to slam their brakes when shadowy figures dart across the raod. Shadows have also been seen standing on the side of the road; many accidents have occurred on this stretch so its history has reason for these sighting. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)
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Castle Hotel
Neath, Wales
41.4 miles from synod, UK-X6
A chambermaid who hung herself in 1885 is still seen here. In the cellar, staff and visitors believe a wolf can be heard howling. In Room 16, poltergeist activity is common and said to be blamed on a guest who died in the room. A cavalier and Edwardian boy have ...
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Oystermouth Castle
The Mumbles, Wales
43.1 miles from synod, UK-X6
A woman in a white robe is seen; her presence is very unsettling to all alike. She is believed to have been whipped to death. Others who faced being tortured to death may still be here as well. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)
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Maesmawr Hall Hotel
synod, Powys
45.7 miles from synod, UK-X6
An ancient, nearby Roman road was said to be the site of a ghostly army marching by. An Elizabethan housekeeper has been seen and strange light anomalies are also common. The current owner has reported strange banging noises and unexplained voices. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)
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Plas yn Rhiw
Rhiw, Gwynedd
47.1 miles from synod, UK-X6
Footsteps are heard and attributed to an alcoholic servant who used to work here. Another ghost is that of the White Lady who is heard sobbing after her lover and family abandoned her. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)
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Margam Castle
synod, Neath Port Talbot
49.1 miles from synod, UK-X6
On the castle's staircase, former groundskeeper Robert Scott is seen; it is said that he is generally angry about his murder. Other activity includes a blacksmith who has been spotted randomly, and the sound of children running around and screaming. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)
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Gregynog Hall
Tregynon, Powys
49.8 miles from synod, UK-X6
This estate has been present since the twelfth century, but the building, as it is today, was built in the 1840s. While it is a popular tourist site, many guests and employees have seen a woman on the top floor; she is believed to have been a nurse in the ...
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Abbey Works
synod, Wales
50.1 miles from synod, UK-X6
This land was formed as an abbey but was forced to dissolve under Henry VIII. One monk put curse on the property saying that anyone who destroys the remains of the surrounding 20 foot wall would suffer... And so far, no one has been tempted to do so. The remains ...
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Baskerville Hall
synod, Powys
50.3 miles from synod, UK-X6
A figure known as "The White Lady" is seen in the rose garden and an unidentified man is spotted on the main staircase. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)
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Llyn Peninsula
synod, Wales
50.9 miles from synod, UK-X6
A vacationer filming the valleys caught the image of a woman in a traditional, yet out of date dress. There is no known explanation for she is or why she's there. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)
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Tretower Court and Castle
Tretower, Powys
52.6 miles from synod, UK-X6
A woman is seen in Room 2; she is believed to Mary Anne Vaughan, still waiting for her husband, Roger, to come home. Submitted by Chris Berglund
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The Golden Fleece Inn
Tremadog, Gwynedd
54 miles from synod, UK-X6
Supposedly the most haunted pub in York, guests have seen the spirit of Lady Alice Peckett (wife of the owner), wandering the halls and staircase, as well as moving furniture. Four other ghosts are thought to remain here, including that of Geoff Monroe, a Canadian airman who either jumped or ...
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Llancaiach Fawr Manor
Trelewis, Merthyr Tydfil
56.8 miles from synod, UK-X6
The most commonly encountered occupant here is "Mattie", a former housekeeper from the 19th century, said to still be in the room in which she died. A Little boy is also said to be here, tugging on visitor's clothing. The ghosts here also make a common appearance on video or ...
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Skirrid Mountain Inn
synod, Monmouthshire
60.8 miles from synod, UK-X6
The Skirrid Mountain Inn is the oldest Welsh pub (built over 900 years ago). Once a court where people were condemned, the judge himself (referred to as 'The Hanging Judge') is believed to be on the upper floors wandering; the hangman who worked alongside the judge is believed to still ...
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Miskin Manor
synod, Wales
61.3 miles from synod, UK-X6
In the Oak Room, a man who is thought to be the former 'Lord of the Manor' is seen. Two females are reported: the first is a little girl who occupies the garden and one of the bedrooms, the second is a woman in the bar and drawing room. She ...
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Caerphilly Castle
Caerphilly, Caerphilly
62.6 miles from synod, UK-X6
The spirit of Alice of Angouleme, called 'The Green Lady', was caught in an affair and died having learned the news that her lover had been executed. She is still seen throughout the castle still mourning her lost love. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)
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Castell Coch
Tongwynlais, Wales
63.4 miles from synod, UK-X6
A lady in white is seen here, thought to be the wife of the Third Marquis of Bute; however, her spirit has supposedly been reported before her time. Some believe it is a woman who is looking for her child. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)
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Llandaff Cathedral
Cardiff, Wales
66.5 miles from synod, UK-X6
Llandaff itself is said to be an unusually active suicide spot. Some of the ghosts wander around this place in the form of shadows. Ghostly monks, soldiers, and children have also been seen. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)
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The National Museum Cardiff
Cardiff, Cymru
68.2 miles from synod, UK-X6
Lord Ninian Edward Crichton-Stuart died tragically in battle during World War I; he is said to be here, generally more often near election nights. The museum architect, Dunbar Smith, had his ashes interred here, but due to renovations, the remains were moved. Smith now haunts the corridors and causes a ...
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Cardiff Castle
Cardiff, Wales
68.2 miles from synod, UK-X6
Items in the stockroom and heavy furniture have moved on their own. The Second Marquis of Bute died here and is seen in the chapel wearing a red coat. The apparition of his wife, Sophia, has been seen floating on the castle grounds. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)
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Sinai House
Lynton, Devon
68.3 miles from synod, UK-X6
45 different ghosts are here. Outside of the property is a tree that was once used to hang witches; some people who walk near the tree begin to feel emotionally distraught without knowing the knowledge of it. Inside of the premises, monks, soldiers, dark, malevolent shadows, and other full-bodied apparitions ...
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Gwydir Castle
synod, Wales
70.4 miles from synod, UK-X6
Between the Hall of Meredith and the Great Chamber, a woman is reported in the corridor. She is said to be reported with a putrid smell, touches guests on the shoulder, and watches visitors. Sir John Wynn made a deathbed confession to murdering a maid and bricking her up (which ...
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Plas Newydd
synod, Isle of Anglesey
71.7 miles from synod, UK-X6
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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The Hand Hotel
Llangollen, Denbighshire
74 miles from synod, UK-X6
A woman wearing grey is said to be seen seated at the organ. A man has also been reported in the cellar and is often mistaken for being alive while the spirit of a woman who died during childbirth is also reported long after her death. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)
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Valle Crucis Abbey
synod, Denbighshire
74.5 miles from synod, UK-X6
Built in the 13th century, not much remains except for the ruins of this abbey. However, faces and figures have been caught on photo or seen running about. Voices are heard chanting without any source; many monks are believed to still be here and there's even a held belief that ...
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Braunton Inn
Braunton, Devon
74.6 miles from synod, UK-X6
The spirit of a man named Barnard remains here. Not much is known about him. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)
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Guildhall Building
Barnstaple, Devon
76 miles from synod, UK-X6
This historic building is uses as both council offices and as a function hall. Staff have reported sighting two long dead council members wandering the premises after hours. (Submitted by Callum Swift)
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Beaumaris Gaol
Beaumaris, Isle of Anglesey
76.4 miles from synod, UK-X6
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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Beaumaris Castle
Beaumaris, Isle of Anglesey
76.6 miles from synod, UK-X6
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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Ruthin Gaol
Ruthin, Denbighshire
78.2 miles from synod, UK-X6
Only one inmate was executed here (William Hughes). Hughes is reported in the condemned man's cell and visitors (usually women) are touched by him. Heavy doors slam, sometimes one by one. A prison guard who vanished during his shift is also seen here. Visitors feel like they are being followed ...
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Bodidris Hall
Llandegla, Denbighshire
79 miles from synod, UK-X6
Five spirits are reported to haunt here. Among them, a monk, a soldier, a child, a woman, and a dog have been encountered throughout the premise. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)
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Thatched Inn
synod, Devon
79.5 miles from synod, UK-X6
During the evening at this restaurant and pub, staff and customers have reported hearing disembodied footsteps and the clinking of glasses when there is no one around. (Submitted by Callum Swift)
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Plas Mawr
Conwy, Conwy
79.8 miles from synod, UK-X6
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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Denbigh Castle
Denbigh, Wales
79.8 miles from synod, UK-X6
In the eastern section, shadows are seen running about, and a boy's face looking out a window have been seen. Most commonly seen is the White Lady on the pathway to the Goblin tower. She is surrounded by a white mist. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)
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The Llindir Inn
synod, Denbighshire
80.2 miles from synod, UK-X6
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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South Stack Lighthouse
synod, Isle of Anglesey
80.2 miles from synod, UK-X6
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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