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Mrs. Goodhew

Poltergeist • 19th century

Mrs. Goodhew is believed to be the spirit of a 19th-century landlady who lovingly watches over The Angel Hotel. She manifests as unexplained sounds, gentle knocks, and occasional brief sightings.

👻 Poltergeist 📅 19th century 🏰 The Angel Hotel

The Story

Mrs. Goodhew is the most renowned spirit at The Angel Hotel in Bury St Edmunds. Legend describes her as a warm, motherly apparition, often seen in a long dress, who managed the inn during the 1800s. It's said she loved the hotel so much that her spirit never truly left. Her presence is often marked by unexplained footsteps, particularly in the cellar bar, gentle knocks on doors, and fleeting sightings. Witnesses who have seen her typically report a kindly smile or a comforting aura before she fades away. She is considered a guardian of the inn, still performing her duties.

Historical Evidence

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Numerous anecdotal accounts from staff and guests over decades. The hotel acknowledges the ghost stories. Local paranormal groups have reported capturing EVPs of feminine murmurs in the cellar, an area associated with her activity. The consistency of her benign nature in reports is notable.

Where to Encounter This Spirit

🔥 Most Active Areas

Cellar bar (Wingspan)
Grand staircase
Front-facing rooms overlooking Angel Hill
Kitchen area

👁️ Common Sightings

Matronly figure in old-fashioned attire
Unexplained footsteps and knocks
Faint scent of lavender
Doors opening on their own
Bedsheets being gently tugged

Paranormal Investigations

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The hotel is a stop on local ghost trails. Small paranormal groups have conducted vigils, reporting EVPs. The hauntings are generally considered benign and are part of the hotel's charm.