The area around Ashford and the Kent Downs is rich in history and ghostly legends. While Eastwell Manor boasts its own famous phantoms, several other nearby sites offer compelling paranormal narratives.

Pluckley Village (approx. 15 miles): Renowned as England's most haunted village, Pluckley offers a concentrated dose of ghostly encounters. From the Screaming Woods to the spectral monk at the Dering Arms, it's a must-visit for enthusiasts. The Pluckley Haunted Tour is a popular way to experience these stories.

Leeds Castle (approx. 9 miles): Beyond its stunning beauty, Leeds Castle is home to legends of a ghostly black dog (an omen) and spectral ladies from its centuries as a royal residence and stately home.

Ashford Town: While less famous for specific ghosts than Pluckley, Ashford's historic areas and older buildings undoubtedly have their own unrecorded tales. Ashford Museum occasionally hosts talks that include local folklore and Eastwell Manor's lore.

In Canterbury (a 45-minute drive), organized ghost walks delve into broader Kentish hauntings. This guide would further explore these and other locations with detailed histories, ghost stories, and practical visitor information. [Further detailed historical accounts, specific ghost stories, visitor information, and investigation findings for each site would form the bulk of an 800-1000 word guide. This extended content is not fully available from the provided input but would be researched and included here.]