Haunted Hosts

The spirit of Mrs Brooks, wife of John Thomas Brooks, is believed to haunt Room 7 of Flitwick Manor, forever grieving the loss of her daughter Mary Ann who died tragically in 1848 at age 26.

A playful child spirit makes her presence known to staff at Flitwick Manor through gentle touches and mischievous behavior, frightening at least one cleaner enough to cause her immediate resignation.

Eliza Kleininger, a devoted lady's maid, died in the devastating fire of 1886 while trying to save precious jewelry. Her spirit, known as The Blue Lady, continues to search the hotel for her lost treasures.

A mysterious tall gentleman in Victorian attire haunts the lounge bar of The Bull at Wargrave. Often seen seated by the inglenook fireplace during winter months, this quiet spirit appears to observe modern patrons with benign curiosity, suggesting a connection to the inn's 19th-century heyday.

Betty Price is the legendary witch spirit said to haunt The George Hotel. According to local folklore, she died whilst hiding in the inn's flooded cellars during the early 17th century witch persecution period, cursing those who betrayed her location before drowning in the rising Thames waters.

Over 60 travellers who were brutally murdered by innkeeper John Jarman and his wife using a trap-door bed mechanism. Their restless spirits continue to haunt the inn seeking justice.

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.

Multiple independent spirits including a Victorian lady and child who manifest throughout the inn, separate from the Jarman murder legend.

The Grey Lady is believed to be the mother of the murdered infant, eternally searching Littlecote House for her lost child who was killed by William Darrell.

Mother Barnes, the midwife who witnessed William Darrell murder the newborn infant, haunts Littlecote House as a shadowy figure searching for justice for the murdered child.

William 'Wild' Darrell, the last Darrell owner of Littlecote, allegedly murdered a newborn infant in 1575 and was later killed by the child's vengeful ghost while hunting.

The legendary highwayman Dick Turpin is said to haunt The Bell Inn in Stilton, a place he reputedly used as a hideout for nine weeks. His ghost is seen as a dark figure at the foot of beds and is associated with phantom hoofbeats and mysterious fires.

A mysterious woman in period clothing drifts silently through The Bell Inn's corridors. Her identity remains unknown, but her elegant presence and timeless wanderings suggest a soul forever connected to this historic coaching inn.

The spirit of Richard Brathwaite, 17th-century poet, author of Barnaby's Travels, and Civil War Royalist officer, lingers in the ancient corridors where he once sought refuge.

One or more ghosts of unknown identity appearing as dark, human-shaped shadows in various parts of the hotel.

The phantom night porter who continues his vigilant rounds at The Bull Hotel, a historic coaching inn on Westgate, whose distinctive footsteps and jangling keys have been heard for generations.

The most famous ghost of the Golden Lion Hotel, the Green Lady haunts rooms 12 and 13. She is known for pulling bedclothes off guests and her mysterious identity remains unknown.

On the 13th day of every month, Oliver Cromwell himself is said to walk the corridor adjacent to rooms 12-15 at the Golden Lion Hotel, where he once lived in St Ives.

The spirit of an elderly chambermaid whose dedicated service appears to continue beyond death at this historic Wisbech inn.

The spirit of a former hotel chambermaid who, as legend says, never stopped taking care of Ye Olde Griffin.

Three playful ghostly entities who delight in pranks throughout the hotel, from knocking paintings off walls to providing unsolicited midnight bed baths to startled guests.

James and William Lightfoot were hanged side-by-side in 1840 for the murder of Nevell Norway. Their dark and chilling spirits are said to haunt Bodmin Jail, a malevolent presence from the prison's grim past.

Hanged in 1844 for the murder of Charlotte Dymond, many believe Matthew Weeks was innocent. His tormented spirit is said to walk the corridors of Bodmin Jail, seeking justice from beyond the grave.

Executed in 1878 for the murder of her young son, Selina Wadge's tragic spirit is said to haunt Bodmin Jail, her cries echoing through the corridors as she searches for her lost child. She often appears to children and evokes strong emotions in pregnant women.

The most frequently sighted spirit at The Dolphin Tavern, George appears as an old sea captain in period dress, wandering the upstairs corridors at night

A mysterious young man with fair hair who appears at the foot of beds, startling landlords and guests with his silent nocturnal visits

A phantom coachman in black frock coat and ponytail who silently moves through the hotel, occasionally walking directly through walls near reception.

An elderly female spirit who walks through walls between rooms and sits on guests' beds, creating intense supernatural experiences in the hotel's most haunted chambers.

A large, imposing figure with rolled-up sleeves, known as 'The Burly Man', is frequently sighted in the lounge window of the Lord Haldon Country Hotel, his origins shrouded in mystery.

A mysterious female spirit known for her distinctive soft giggling, reported by guests and staff at The Fisherman's Cot since the mid-20th century.

The benevolent but watchful spirit of Margaret Gould, the formidable businesswoman who saved the family estate and continues to guard her beloved manor.

The enduring spirit of Rev. Sabine Baring-Gould, the renowned writer and folklorist who so loved Lewtrenchard Manor that his presence still permeates the house.

Betsy is described as the spirit of a young woman in early 20th-century attire, seen roaming The Bedford Hotel. Multiple theories exist about her identity, including connections to the tragic Betsy Grimbal and darker medieval legends.

The tortured spirit of a former landlord who took his own life in the hotel kitchen, creating such powerful negative energy that cats still refuse to enter the area.

The spirit of an elderly coachman, dressed in period attire, is said to haunt the restaurant area of The Devil's Stone Inn, a relic from its days as a coaching stop.

An elderly male spirit with a notably 'grumpy' demeanor is reported to make his presence felt in the upstairs areas of The Devil's Stone Inn, a centuries-old coaching inn in the historic village of Shebbear.

The documented but mysterious spirit of a young naked woman seen on the upper floors of The George Inn, far less frequent but more startling than the phantom monk

A dark, monk-like figure in religious robes is frequently reported at The Old Church House Inn, possibly linked to its ancient religious connections and tunnel to the church.

A mysterious disembodied arm is reported at The Old Church House Inn, often seen pointing towards Holy Trinity Church, potentially connected to the inn's medieval origins as a church hospitium.

A female spirit, known simply as 'The Lady', is reported to haunt The Oxenham Arms, her presence often felt alongside that of the Benedictine monk.

The distinguished spirit of Sydney Godolphin, a 33-year-old Royalist poet and MP who died from musket wounds on the hotel's stone porch during a Civil War skirmish in February 1643.

A well-dressed middle-aged woman in tweed who appears in the reception area, engaging in conversations with invisible companions.

The heartbreaking ghost of a young child whose cries echo through the ladies' toilets, seeking comfort that never comes.

Two female spirits who roam the upper corridors with caring intent, believed to be former innkeepers or staff maintaining their eternal watch over guests.

Alice Catherine Millar was a chambermaid murdered in 1638 after discovering she was pregnant by an influential figure. Her spirit remains active in rooms 5, 6, and 10.

A small boy spirit seen primarily in the Parliament room, whose presence is mainly witnessed by children and captured in photographs by guests.

A mysterious female apparition in Victorian dress has been sighted in the upper floors of the Blue Boar Hotel, appearing to gaze out onto Silver Street where tragedy may have claimed her life.

Elizabeth Tollermarche, identified through paranormal investigations as Oliver Cromwell's mistress, is one of the most elusive spirits at The Cross Keys Hotel. Multiple mediums and investigators have encountered this graceful 17th-century lady, whose presence is often accompanied by the scent of lavender and glimpses of flowing period dress. Her apparition has been consistently reported in the upper chambers of the hotel, particularly in areas believed to have served as private quarters during Cromwell's stay in Saffron Walden in 1647.

The Green Man Hotel is said to be haunted by the sorrowful spirit of a woman, often called the 'Grey Lady of Mulberry Green', who tragically lost her infant daughter in a fire. She is believed to have had an adulterous relationship with a local blacksmith, and her ghost endlessly searches the inn for her lost child.

A spectral figure known as 'The Lady in Black' is reported at The Rose & Crown, described as an elderly woman in Victorian dress who appears near the bar and reception areas. Local folklore suggests she may be connected to the inn's Edwardian-era operations.

A mysterious woman in a white wedding gown, known as the 'White Lady Bride', startles staff and guests by appearing and vanishing in hallways and on the staircase. She is thought to be the sorrowful spirit of a 19th-century bride who died tragically.

A gentle spirit who interacts with customers at the bar, brushing against them or bumping into them when they are alone, believed to be a former inn lady still tending to guests.

The tormented spirit of an innkeeper's wife whose fatal oversight led to maritime tragedy, now condemned to an eternal vigil of phantom footsteps.

A translucent female figure in flowing white or pearl-grey robes haunts the corridors and chambers of Eastwell Manor. This melancholy apparition, believed by some to be connected to Eleanor Cobham, Duchess of Gloucester, or another noblewoman from the estate's illustrious past, drifts through the manor with quiet dignity. She manifests most frequently near windows and along the principal staircase, as though eternally watching over the ancient halls where royalty once resided.

A distinctly unpleasant and angry male spirit haunts the Long Gallery at Hever Castle. Known for his disapproving demeanour and violent outbursts, this ghost stomps around, grunts in disgust, bangs on walls, and slams doors with considerable force.

The spirit of George Boleyn, Anne's beloved brother who was executed alongside her, is said to remain at Hever Castle as a protective presence. Identified by medium Rob Gutro in 2013, George's spirit appears to watch over his ancestral home and his sister's memory.

The elegant spirit of Lady Olive Baillie, the 20th-century heiress who restored Leeds Castle, is said to gently roam her beloved home. Seen in 1930s evening wear, often in the library where she died, her presence is warm and protective, as if still hosting or ensuring all is in order. She is not a frightening ghost.

A tall male ghost, often seen in a frilled shirt, cape, and boots, or as an early 1800s gentleman. Distinguished by the strong smell of cigar or pipe tobacco that heralds his presence. Generally benign, he might be linked to the Civil War or Richard Trevithick. He sometimes tips his hat or raises an ethereal glass.

The spirit of a young military officer from the early 19th century, often seen in a red coat with a grievous wound. He projects sorrow and is usually silent, possibly looking for justice or a stolen locket. His presence is melancholic rather than threatening, often felt intensely in 'Room 6'.

The Woolpack Inn's most famous spirit is the Grey Lady, an elegant, shadowy female apparition in a long grey gown. Often seen in corridors or guest rooms, she is considered a calm and friendly presence, sometimes tidying items or gently touching a shoulder. Her identity remains a mystery, but she is a beloved guardian spirit of this 600-year-old Grade II listed inn.

A man who accrued devastating gambling debts attempted suicide by shooting himself, but survived long enough to be taken to Room 18, where his final words were 'I will return' before dying from his wounds.

A dark and tragic tale haunts Seckford Hall's library and staircase: the ghost of a Remorseful Stepmother, forever tormented by guilt over the death of her starved stepson.

The tragic tale of a brave musician who disappeared whilst exploring the ancient tunnel system beneath The Angel Hotel, leaving behind only the haunting echoes of his fiddle music.

Richard Evered, the landlord of The Bull Hotel, was murdered on the premises in 1648. His restless spirit is now the inn's most famous ghost, often seen in 17th-century attire, particularly in Room 4.

An affectionate elderly female ghost, known as 'The Old Dear,' is said to frequent The Crown Hotel, often seen in the lounge or on the staircase, exuding a peaceful presence.

The Swan Hotel's most famous phantom is the Grey Lady, believed to be a heartbroken 19th-century housekeeper who died tragically. She haunts Room 15 and the older wings of the hotel.

An unusual manifestation of The Swan's housekeeper ghost involves the tickling of guests' feet, most famously experienced by a visiting nun in Room 15.