The Victorian gentleman manifests most commonly during the evening hours when the inn is populated with diners and drinkers, making his appearances all the more startling for witnesses who expect to see only living patrons. Those who have encountered him describe a well-dressed figure in formal 19th-century attire, complete with waistcoat, jacket, and the formal bearing of a gentleman of standing. He appears completely solid and lifelike, seated comfortably by the fireplace as though waiting for someone or something. The moment that defines each encounter comes when the figure suddenly looks up, as if hearing his name called or receiving some urgent summons that only he can perceive. Witnesses describe an expression of recognition or duty crossing his features before he rises from his seat with dignified purpose and walks steadily towards the door leading to the historic corridor. His footsteps can sometimes be heard echoing as he moves, adding to the reality of the experience, but by the time curious observers follow, they find the corridor empty. The deliberate nature of his movements and his consistent destination suggest this is a residual haunting, replaying some significant moment from the building's judicial past. The two children in the garden present a markedly different but equally compelling manifestation. They appear most often during daylight hours, usually glimpsed from windows overlooking the rear garden area or by visitors using the outdoor seating. Witnesses describe seeing two small figures, apparently a boy and girl, dressed in period clothing that appears to date from the late Victorian or Edwardian era. Their play seems innocent and joyful, involving running games and childish laughter that creates a bittersweet atmosphere rather than fear. The sounds of their activities can sometimes be heard even when they are not visible, with staff and visitors reporting the distant sound of children's voices and movement in the garden when no living children are present. These manifestations often occur in the early morning or late afternoon when natural light creates shadows that might explain some sightings, but the consistency of reports from multiple independent witnesses suggests genuine paranormal activity rather than misidentification.