The hotel is reputedly haunted by 'Charlotte', the ghost of a 19th-century maid. Her sorrowful sobbing and mischievous poltergeist-like antics, such as smashing glasses or moving objects, are frequently reported by guests and staff, particularly when changes occur at the hotel. There are also suggestions of other restless spirits linked to the site’s historically violent past, including battles and executions on the grounds. These combined phenomena create an atmosphere ripe for paranormal experiences, making it a point of interest for ghost enthusiasts.
Known Ghosts:
Primary spirit is 'Charlotte', a 19th-century maid (Apparition, Poltergeist). Possible other restless spirits from the site's tumultuous past.
Charlotte was a young maidservant whose forbidden love affair with a groundsman led to pregnancy and tragic death, either from suicide after losing her baby or from complications following a botched abortion. Her spirit manifestations reflect ongoing grief and trauma from this personal tragedy. In the 1980s, her activity became so disruptive that hotel management called in a medium, who confirmed Charlotte's presence along with other spirits. Guests and staff document a range of phenomena: phantom crying echoing through the halls at night, glasses inexplicably smashing (particularly notorious in the 1980s when she threw glasses off tables), objects moving on their own, sudden cold spots, and lights flickering. Charlotte's spirit seems particularly averse to changes; during refurbishments, mysterious breakages are attributed to her displeasure. Her presence is most concentrated in the older wing and service areas, with activity peaking between 1:00–1:30 am, when dragging sounds and disembodied weeping are frequently heard.
