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The Lady in White

Residual Haunting • Unknown (possibly 18th or 19th century)

A serene apparition of a woman in a white or light grey flowing gown is sometimes seen in the upstairs corridors of The Black Lion, adding to its gentle haunted reputation.

👻 Residual Haunting 📅 Unknown (possibly 18th or 19th century) 🏰 The Black Lion (Long Melford)

The Story

The Black Lion's most frequently reported ghost is the 'Lady in White.' She is described as a youngish woman with long hair, wearing a flowing white or light grey gown, often glimpsed in the upper hallways or occasionally from outside in the windows. Sightings suggest she is ethereal and silent, usually vanishing when directly approached. There's no known tragic story tied to her; she may be a former lady of the house from when it was a private residence, or perhaps the benevolent female innkeeper from the 18th century. Witnesses often report feeling a sense of calm rather than fear in her presence, suggesting she is a peaceful spirit.

Historical Evidence

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Anecdotal reports from guests and locals over time. Consistency in descriptions of a female figure in light-colored attire in similar locations (upper floor).

Where to Encounter This Spirit

🔥 Most Active Areas

  • Upstairs corridors
  • Room 5 (reported sighting)
  • Upper floor windows (seen from outside)

👁️ Common Sightings

  • Woman in a white or light grey flowing gown
  • Figure seen at the end of hallways or in rooms
  • Vanishes when approached or directly looked at
  • Associated with a calm or peaceful feeling

Paranormal Investigations

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No formal investigations are widely known. Her presence is part of the inn's quiet folklore.

🏰 Stay at This Haunted Hotel

The Black Lion (Long Melford)

Long Melford, Suffolk

Experience The Lady in White's haunting firsthand by staying at this historic 15th-century building (c. 1460s), later an inn. hotel.

👻 Quick Facts

Type: Residual Haunting
Era: Unknown (possibly 18th or 19th century)
Active Areas: 3
Hotel: 15th-century building (c. 1460s), later an inn.

🕯️ 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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