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Mrs. Jarman

Intelligent Haunting • 17th century

The ghost of Mrs. Jarman, wife of serial killer John Jarman, appears wearing the clothes she was executed in, still searching the inn where she committed dozens of murders.

👻 Intelligent Haunting 📅 17th century 🏰 The Ostrich Inn

The Story

Mrs. Jarman was the willing accomplice and co-conspirator in her husband's murder scheme at The Ostrich Inn. Together, they perfected their deadly trap-door system and murdered over 60 innocent travelers for their valuables. She was an active participant in the killings, helping to signal when victims were asleep and assisting in the disposal of bodies and theft of possessions. When their crimes were eventually discovered after the murder of clothier Thomas Cole, both she and her husband were arrested, tried, and sentenced to death by hanging. Mrs. Jarman was executed wearing her best dress, and it is in these same execution clothes that her ghost appears at the inn. Witnesses describe her as appearing with visible rope marks around her neck, a grim reminder of her fate. Her spirit seems to be searching the premises, possibly looking for her husband or evidence of their crimes, unable to rest due to the magnitude of their evil deeds.

Historical Evidence

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Historical accounts confirm that both John Jarman and his wife were executed for their crimes. The consistency of witness descriptions of her appearance in execution attire suggests a strong connection to her historical fate.

Where to Encounter This Spirit

🔥 Most Active Areas

  • Blue Room area
  • Original kitchen location
  • Main corridors
  • Reception area
  • Former stable areas

👁️ Common Sightings

  • Woman in period dress with rope marks on neck
  • Figure searching through rooms
  • Apparition in execution clothes
  • Searching behavior in murder locations
  • Melancholy female presence

Paranormal Investigations

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Staff members have reported encounters matching historical descriptions of Mrs. Jarman's execution attire. Her apparition has been documented by multiple independent witnesses over many years.

🏰 Stay at This Haunted Hotel

The Ostrich Inn

Colnbrook, Slough, Berkshire

Experience Mrs. Jarman's haunting firsthand by staying at this historic Built circa 1106 (though some sources suggest 16th century) hotel.

👻 Quick Facts

Type: Intelligent Haunting
Era: 17th century
Active Areas: 5
Hotel: Built circa 1106 (though some sources suggest 16th century)

🕯️ Paranormal Tips

Best time for encounters: Late evening or early morning hours
Bring: Digital camera, voice recorder, and an open mind
Be respectful: These are believed to be real spirits with their own stories
Ask hotel staff: They often have their own encounters to share

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