Most Haunted Places in Wales
Castles and abbeys dominate the Welsh catalog, where 35 of the nation's 51 haunted places are historic buildings. The Castle Hotel in Neath holds the top EHP rating at 87.5, with Valle Crucis Abbey and Margam Castle close behind, and Llandaff Cathedral in Cardiff also makes the list. Reports extend into towns like Llanelli and Felinfoel.
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EHP Rating: 87.5
Castle Hotel
Neath, Wales
A chambermaid who hung herself in 1885 is still seen here. In the cellar, staff and visitors believe a wolf can be heard howling. In Room 16, poltergeist activity is common and said to be blamed on a guest who died in the room. A cavalier and Edwardian boy have …
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EHP Rating: 83.3
Margam Castle
Neath Port Talbot, Neath Port Talbot
On the castle's staircase, former groundskeeper Robert Scott is seen; it is said that he is generally angry about his murder. Other activity includes a blacksmith who has been spotted randomly, and the sound of children running around and screaming. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)
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EHP Rating: 83.3
Valle Crucis Abbey
Denbighshire, Denbighshire
Built in the 13th century, not much remains except for the ruins of this abbey. However, faces and figures have been caught on photo or seen running about. Voices are heard chanting without any source; many monks are believed to still be here and there's even a held belief that …
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EHP Rating: 80.0
Craig-y-Nos Castle
Powys, Powys
The former owner, Adelina Patti, is commonly reported here, as are her second husband, Nicolini, and the composer, Rossini. The Top Children's Ward is the most active; it was once a recovery center for children with tuberculosis, however, many never recovered. Children are seen and heard giggling, and objects are …
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EHP Rating: 80.0
Llandaff Cathedral
Cardiff, Wales
Llandaff itself is said to be an unusually active suicide spot. Some of the ghosts wander around this place in the form of shadows. Ghostly monks, soldiers, and children have also been seen. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)
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EHP Rating: 80.0
Oystermouth Castle
The Mumbles, Wales
A woman in a white robe is seen; her presence is very unsettling to all alike. She is believed to have been whipped to death. Others who faced being tortured to death may still be here as well. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)
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EHP Rating: 75.0
Bull Hotel
Abergele, Conwy
A young man dressed in leather supposedly died in a motorcycle accident not too far from here; he is seen throughout. A monk believed to have slipped and died from his injuries also is reported, as is a woman. Unusual smells, cold spots, shadows, and unexplained noises are normal here. …
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EHP Rating: 75.0
Denbigh Castle
Denbigh, Wales
In the eastern section, shadows are seen running about, and a boy's face looking out a window have been seen. Most commonly seen is the White Lady on the pathway to the Goblin tower. She is surrounded by a white mist. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)
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EHP Rating: 75.0
Gregynog Hall
Tregynon, Powys
This estate has been present since the twelfth century, but the building, as it is today, was built in the 1840s. While it is a popular tourist site, many guests and employees have seen a woman on the top floor; she is believed to have been a nurse in the …
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EHP Rating: 75.0
Gwrych Castle
Conwy, Wales
Shadows and light anomalies are seen; a vortex is also here and has been photographed. EVP's and off EMF readings are also common. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)
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EHP Rating: 75.0
Llancaiach Fawr Manor
Trelewis, Merthyr Tydfil
The most commonly encountered occupant here is "Mattie", a former housekeeper from the 19th century, said to still be in the room in which she died. A Little boy is also said to be here, tugging on visitor's clothing. The ghosts here also make a common appearance on video or …
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EHP Rating: 75.0
Stradey Castle
Llanelli, Carmarthenshire
A multitude of ghost stories emerge from here including that of a female ghost with origins from the 19th century, to a mother who went mad after learning that children were killed in the Crimean War. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)
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EHP Rating: 75.0
The Llindir Inn
Denbighshire, Denbighshire
According to legend, a woman named Sylvia was strangled to death here. Things often go missing for a day, objects are moved around, and faucets turn on and off by themselves. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)
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EHP Rating: 72.7
Plas Teg
Flintshire, Flintshire
Many legends of death, murder, and suicide surround Plas Teg, but perhaps the most famous surrounds the Woman in White. While the identity of the ghost is often disputed between a woman who drowned or a woman who fell off of a horse, the figure (wearing white), is seen wandering …
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EHP Rating: 71.4
Thomas Arms
Llanelli, Wales
The ghost of a guest named Colin may be responsible for manipulating objects. CCTV actually caught a misty figure in one of the waiting rooms. Other than that, the cellar gives off a vicious feeling, and Room 6 has a reputation for giving off the feeling that you aren't alone …
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EHP Rating: 70.0
The Hand Hotel
Llangollen, Denbighshire
A woman wearing grey is said to be seen seated at the organ. A man has also been reported in the cellar and is often mistaken for being alive while the spirit of a woman who died during childbirth is also reported long after her death. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)
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EHP Rating: 66.7
Aberglasney Garden
Carmarthenshire, Carmarthenshire
The most active room is the Blue Room; inside, five maids were asphyxiated by a stove that was left on to assist with the drying of plaster. Visitors have been touched by invisible hands and sometimes see the faces of the women thought to have died in here. A fugitive …
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EHP Rating: 66.7
Beaumaris Castle
Beaumaris, Isle of Anglesey
Phantom monks are seen in the chapel and heard chanting. People have also reported bloodcurling screams from inside the area. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)
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EHP Rating: 66.7
Bodelwyddan Castle
Bodelwyddan, Denbighshire
A Victorian woman is reported in the sculpture gallery, shadows are reported in the corridors, and soldier is known to also wander around. It is common to pick up orbs or light activity on camera. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)
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EHP Rating: 66.7
Maesmawr Hall Hotel
Powys, Powys
An ancient, nearby Roman road was said to be the site of a ghostly army marching by. An Elizabethan housekeeper has been seen and strange light anomalies are also common. The current owner has reported strange banging noises and unexplained voices. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)
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EHP Rating: 66.7
Miskin Manor
Wales
In the Oak Room, a man who is thought to be the former 'Lord of the Manor' is seen. Two females are reported: the first is a little girl who occupies the garden and one of the bedrooms, the second is a woman in the bar and drawing room. She …
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EHP Rating: 66.7
Parc Howard Museum
Llanelli, Carmarthenshire
A nurse and a soldier have been seen and heard here. Another reported being is that of a man who hid in the chimney to avoid being caught with a maid; he died inside and is thought to still be here. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)
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EHP Rating: 66.7
Tretower Court and Castle
Tretower, Powys
A woman is seen in Room 2; she is believed to Mary Anne Vaughan, still waiting for her husband, Roger, to come home. Submitted by Chris Berglund
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EHP Rating: 60.0
Bodidris Hall
Llandegla, Denbighshire
Five spirits are reported to haunt here. Among them, a monk, a soldier, a child, a woman, and a dog have been encountered throughout the premise. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)
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EHP Rating: 60.0
Castell Coch
Tongwynlais, Wales
A lady in white is seen here, thought to be the wife of the Third Marquis of Bute; however, her spirit has supposedly been reported before her time. Some believe it is a woman who is looking for her child. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)
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EHP Rating: 60.0
Dylan Thomas Boathouse
Laugharne, Wales
The ghost said to be here isn't that of famous poet, Dylan Thomas, but rather his mother-in-law, Florence. Florence died here in 1958 and has been reported upstairs. The sounds of chairs being moved around are common, pictures swap around, and lights turn themselves on and off. (Submitted by Chris …
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EHP Rating: 60.0
Kidwelly Castle
Kidwelly, Wales
Gwenllian ferch Gruffydd, who was the former wife of Prince Gruffydd ap Rhys, was beheaded and is seen wandering the grounds. Threatening voices are also heard in the prison. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)
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EHP Rating: 60.0
Plas Mawr
Conwy, Conwy
The pregnant housewife of the former owner fell down a staircase and succumbed to her injuries. The doctor attending to her, named Charles, tried to escape the premise before her husband returned, but his means of escape led to become trapped in a chimney where he suffocated. She and Charles …
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EHP Rating: 60.0
Skirrid Mountain Inn
Monmouthshire, Monmouthshire
The Skirrid Mountain Inn is the oldest Welsh pub (built over 900 years ago). Once a court where people were condemned, the judge himself (referred to as 'The Hanging Judge') is believed to be on the upper floors wandering; the hangman who worked alongside the judge is believed to still …
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EHP Rating: 60.0
The National Museum Cardiff
Cardiff, Cymru
Lord Ninian Edward Crichton-Stuart died tragically in battle during World War I; he is said to be here, generally more often near election nights. The museum architect, Dunbar Smith, had his ashes interred here, but due to renovations, the remains were moved. Smith now haunts the corridors and causes a …
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EHP Rating: 57.1
Stradey Wood
Llanelli, Carmarthenshire
A runner who was hit by a car is said to still be here, dressed in old-timey clothes. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)
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EHP Rating: 57.1
The Penrhyn Old Hall
Penrhyn Bay, Conwy
The most common place for activity is in the Baronial Hall and the upper floor; a monk is said to haunt these rooms. Other ghosts that are seen here include a girl in the stairway, a soldier in the function room (as well as a ill-tempered man), an old lady …
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EHP Rating: 54.6
Pembrey Woods
Pembrey, Carmarthenshire
A group of robbers called "hatchet men" would lure locals and sailors into the woods before slaughtering them and emptying their pockets. The ghosts of the hatchet men as well as some officers from the local RAF base are seen in this forest, usually as shadows. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)
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EHP Rating: 50.0
A4076
Johnston, Wales
Motorists have been forced to slam their brakes when shadowy figures dart across the raod. Shadows have also been seen standing on the side of the road; many accidents have occurred on this stretch so its history has reason for these sighting. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)
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EHP Rating: 50.0
Beaumaris Gaol
Beaumaris, Isle of Anglesey
Beaumaris was a brutal prison and execution site, but closed in 1878. One ghost thought to be here was the last person ever hanged who uttered an omen about his innocence and how his death would cause the clock faces to never show at the same time (which mysteriously came …
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EHP Rating: 50.0
Cardiff Castle
Cardiff, Wales
Items in the stockroom and heavy furniture have moved on their own. The Second Marquis of Bute died here and is seen in the chapel wearing a red coat. The apparition of his wife, Sophia, has been seen floating on the castle grounds. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)
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EHP Rating: 50.0
Gwydir Castle
Conwy, Wales
Between the Hall of Meredith and the Great Chamber, a woman is reported in the corridor. She is said to be reported with a putrid smell, touches guests on the shoulder, and watches visitors. Sir John Wynn made a deathbed confession to murdering a maid and bricking her up (which …
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EHP Rating: 50.0
Llanelly House
Llanelli, Carmarthenshire
A woman is reportedly seen here; it is also said that some people will hear her playing an organ. A former maid is also said to be here. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)
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EHP Rating: 50.0
Llyn Peninsula
Gwynedd, Wales
A vacationer filming the valleys caught the image of a woman in a traditional, yet out of date dress. There is no known explanation for she is or why she's there. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)
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EHP Rating: 50.0
Plas Newydd
Isle of Anglesey, Isle of Anglesey
The former Ladies of Llangollen, Eleanor and Sarah, now are said to frequent the library and master bedroom. An elderly woman, a young boy in the drawing room, and a former militant are also said to be here. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)
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EHP Rating: 50.0
Plas yn Rhiw
Rhiw, Gwynedd
Footsteps are heard and attributed to an alcoholic servant who used to work here. Another ghost is that of the White Lady who is heard sobbing after her lover and family abandoned her. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)
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EHP Rating: 50.0
Ruthin Gaol
Ruthin, Denbighshire
Only one inmate was executed here (William Hughes). Hughes is reported in the condemned man's cell and visitors (usually women) are touched by him. Heavy doors slam, sometimes one by one. A prison guard who vanished during his shift is also seen here. Visitors feel like they are being followed …
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EHP Rating: 50.0
South Stack Lighthouse
Isle of Anglesey, Isle of Anglesey
A former lighthouse keeper died after he sustained injuries from a storm. He is heard banging on the doors and windows, objects are said to move at his hand, some have seen him looking into the window. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)
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EHP Rating: 50.0
St. Elli Parish Church
Llanelli, Carmarthenshire
A ghostly horse-drawn carriage is said to start out its route here before disappearing as it drives away. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)
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EHP Rating: 50.0
The Golden Fleece Inn
Tremadog, Gwynedd
Supposedly the most haunted pub in York, guests have seen the spirit of Lady Alice Peckett (wife of the owner), wandering the halls and staircase, as well as moving furniture. Four other ghosts are thought to remain here, including that of Geoff Monroe, a Canadian airman who either jumped or …
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EHP Rating: 40.0
Baskerville Hall
Powys, Powys
A figure known as "The White Lady" is seen in the rose garden and an unidentified man is spotted on the main staircase. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)
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EHP Rating: 40.0
Bryn Terrace
Llanelli, Carmarthenshire
The ghost of a sea captain has been spotted here for quite some time. He is believed to be a malevolent spirit. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)
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EHP Rating: 33.3
Abbey Works
Neath Port Talbot, Wales
This land was formed as an abbey but was forced to dissolve under Henry VIII. One monk put curse on the property saying that anyone who destroys the remains of the surrounding 20 foot wall would suffer... And so far, no one has been tempted to do so. The remains …
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EHP Rating: 33.3
Dinefwr Castle (Newton House)
Carmarthenshire, Carmarthenshire
The 'White Lady' is seen here; she is believed to be the ghost of Lady Elinor Cavendish, a woman forced into a marriage which she attempted to escape from. It is said that her suitor caught up to her here and murdered her where she has been seen ever since. …
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EHP Rating: 25.0
Bodelwyddan Castle Hotel
Bodelwyddan, Denbighshire
The most famous ghost here is that of the Blue Lady (she likes to rattle dishes and pans). Guests feel as if they are being followed, shadows, soldiers, a Victorian woman are seen, EVPs pick up voices, guests have been touched despite being alone, and EMF reading fluctuate fast. (Submitted …
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EHP Rating: 20.0
Nanteos Mansion
Dyffryn Paith, Ceredigion
In the nearby forest, listen for a harp player; this said to come from the ghost of a man named Gruffydd Evans. A man seen near the lake (believed to be David Rowland, having drowned here in 1899); he waves his arms as if he is herding animals. Inside, many …
