Haunted Places in Polebrook, Northamptonshire



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    The Talbot Hotel

    Oundle, Northamptonshire

    A lady in black is known to appear and vanish by the staircase. She is rumored to be Mary, Queen of Scots. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)


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    Peterborough Museum and Art Gallery

    Peterborough, Peterborough

    10.2 miles from Polebrook, UK-J1

    Before it was a museum, this was a World War I hospital. An Australian named Thomas Hunter has been seen here since hours after his passing in 1916; he is usually on the staircase. In the cellar, a hooded figure slams doors and throws objects. Some five other ghosts are ...


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    Peterborough Museum

    Peterborough, Peterborough

    10.2 miles from Polebrook, UK-J1

    With a trip here, you might find yourself face to face with Thomas Hunter, who died during World War I. A sword in the gallery is to have a Roman soldier attached to it; another dark presence is on the first floor by recreation or period shops. Objects are thrown, ...


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    Kimbolton School

    Huntingdon, Cambridgeshire

    11.9 miles from Polebrook, UK-J1

    The ghost of Catherine of Aragon is seen here, having it once been her home. She is usually seen walking in the hall. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)


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    Old Ferry Boat Inn

    Polebrook, England

    19.2 miles from Polebrook, UK-J1

    A woman named Juliet Tewsley hung herself on March 17th, 1050 after suffering from a case of a bad broken heart. She is said to return every March 17th on the eve of her suicide. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)


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    Wysing Arts Centre

    Polebrook, Cambridgeshire

    24.5 miles from Polebrook, UK-J1

    Once a home to another family before being turned into an art museum, one of the former homeowners is said to reside here. The original house is said to have burned down and killed the entire family. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)


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    Delapre Abbey

    Northampton, Northamptonshire

    26 miles from Polebrook, UK-J1

    In the fifteenth century, the Battle of Northampton took place here. Along with the ghosts of deceased soldiers, nuns are also reported here. In the cellar, objects move and voices are heard. The enery responsible for it isn't said to be a good one. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)


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    University of Cambridge

    Cambridge, England

    28.8 miles from Polebrook, UK-J1

    The University of Cambridge dates back to 1209 and has been ranked as one of the best universities in the world. With quite a history, it should be no surprise that Cambridge has had its share of paranormal reports. In the Old Master's Lodge, Henry Butts took his own life ...


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    The Guildhall

    Leicester, Leicester

    32.4 miles from Polebrook, UK-J1

    The library is known for the White Lady (who is also said to move furniture around). In the courtyard, a ghostly cat and dog are seen, a cavalier is reported, and the spirit of a policeman has made his presence known. Burglar alarms are also known to go off for ...


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    Belgrave Hall

    Leicester, Leicester

    32.6 miles from Polebrook, UK-J1

    A team of investigators claim that multiple spirits reside here including a Victorian woman usually seen on the staircase or by the garden, a man in one of the upstairs rooms (who is apparently a very negative force), a child and a chef that both died of Tuberculosis, and a ...


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    Woburn Abbey

    Polebrook, England

    34.3 miles from Polebrook, UK-J1

    The Abbot of Woburn denounced the king and was hanged for his opinion; he was seen standing beside the old tree from which he hanged, yet, is no longer thought to be there. In the Butler's Pantry, a strange brown blur is seen (said to resemble a monk). Duchess Mary ...


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    Brownsover Hall Hotel

    Rugby, Warwickshire

    35.7 miles from Polebrook, UK-J1

    A rather cruel man nicknamed 'One-Handed Boughton’ continued his reign of terror even after his death. His ghost was so vicious, a team of clergymen attempted to exorcise his spirit, but he only returned later on. Footsteps, groaning, growling, and other unusual noises are still heard. Mysterious figures have also ...


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    Minsden Chapel

    Polebrook, Hertfordshire

    39.2 miles from Polebrook, UK-J1

    The ruins of this chapel are home to a phantom monk who said to ring bells (which do not exist anymore) and that of a nun who was murdered in a nearby tunnel system. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)


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    The Bell Hotel

    Winslow, Buckinghamshire

    41.3 miles from Polebrook, UK-J1

    The former owner of the hotel, Angelina, was pushed down the stairs by her lover when he learned she was pregnant. She is still here, as are two other spirits that can't seem to cross over. The first is the spirit of a little girl looking for her family, the ...


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    Cross Keys Hotel

    Saffron Walden, Essex

    41.3 miles from Polebrook, UK-J1

    A ghostly woman believed to be Oliver Cromwell's mistress has been seen here. The apparition of a ghostly soldier is more commonly seen and heard in the corridors of the hotel. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)


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    Coombe Abbey Hotel

    Polebrook, Warwickshire

    41.9 miles from Polebrook, UK-J1

    A hooded monk is seen, thought to be Abbott Geoffrey; Geoffrey was murdered in 1345 (perhaps he's the poltergeist also reported in the kitchen). A young woman named Matilda also has a history with this house. She had become pregnant by the master of the house, yet he refused to ...


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    Castle Rising

    Polebrook, Norfolk

    43.5 miles from Polebrook, UK-J1

    Former French royalty, Queen Isabella, was thought to be responsible for the death of King Edward II (see: Berkeley Castle). After his death, she lived the rest of her life here and was said to have gone mad. People have heard screaming and maniacal laughter. Apparitions and mist have also ...


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    Brocket Arms

    Polebrook, Hertfordshire

    43.9 miles from Polebrook, UK-J1

    A priest who was either tried and hanged or, rather, committed suicide is said to haunt here. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)


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    The Galleries of Justice

    The Shire Hall High Pavement, Nottinghamshire

    45.2 miles from Polebrook, UK-J1

    In the Entrance Hall, the spirits of a soldier, a lady, and a Victorian gentleman are seen. In the court, knocking is heard and shadows are seen. In the Cell Corridor, odd noises such as footsteps, keys rattling, and doors slamming are heard. The laundry room is known for random ...


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    Ye Olde Trip to Jerusalem

    Nottingham, Nottinghamshire

    45.4 miles from Polebrook, UK-J1

    Claiming to be England's oldest pub, glasses have been smashed by themselves, the scent of perfume fills the air (when no one is around), and a variety of ghosts have been reported here ranging from soldiers to evil entities. People who use the underground tunnels will sometimes report feeling violently ...


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    The Feathers Inn

    Wadesmill, Hertfordshire

    46.3 miles from Polebrook, UK-J1

    A little girl who was run over by a stagecoach is seen here. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)


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    Sandringham House

    Polebrook, Norfolk

    46.3 miles from Polebrook, UK-J1

    Poltergeist activity is reported here; books fly off of shelves, blankets are pulled, footsteps are heard, cold blasts of air are felt, lights turn off and on, and a wheezing noise is heard. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)


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    RAF Metheringham

    Polebrook, Lincolnshire

    46.4 miles from Polebrook, UK-J1

    A young woman is often reported on the side of the road trying to get help. She'll often get into the vehicle of the driver (if permitted), but vanish before she reaches her destination (as well as leave behind a foul odour). She is believed to be a young woman ...


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    Coundon Court

    Polebrook, England

    47.6 miles from Polebrook, UK-J1

    A nanny fell to her death here and had been seen by staff members on the staircase by the library. The founder of the academy, George Singer, has also been seen from time to time looking out the window. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)


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    The Bell Inn

    Thetford, Norfolk

    49.1 miles from Polebrook, UK-J1

    Guests feel watched, smell perfume or grow cold here. They have reported seeing a monk in the main bedroom suite and have seen the former landlady, Elizabeth, in the drawing room. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)


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    The Bell Inn

    Thetford, Norfolk

    49.1 miles from Polebrook, UK-J1

    Former keeper, Elizabeth Radcliffe still haunts her old property, as does a hooded monk seen in the main suite bedroom. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)


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    RAF East Kirby

    East Kirkby, Lincolnshire

    49.7 miles from Polebrook, UK-J1

    The control tower has the most activity; people report hearing footsteps and feeling like they aren't alone. Numerous accidents have taken place here and those victims might be the ones responsible. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)


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    Elvaston Castle

    Polebrook, Derbyshire

    50.5 miles from Polebrook, UK-J1

    The ghost the Grey Lady is said to be here. A maid who killed herself is also sometimes seen, as well as that of a gardener or gamekeeper. Submitted by Chris Berglund


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    Warwick Castle

    Warwick, Warwickshire

    51 miles from Polebrook, UK-J1

    Sir Fulke Greville, a poet, playwright, and later, Commissioner of Treasury, restored this castle to the condition that it currently remains in, but was murdered by his servant after an argument ensued. Greville died here and has been seen in his former study room, sometimes standing in the shadows watching ...


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    The Holt Hotel

    Polebrook, Oxfordshire

    53.8 miles from Polebrook, UK-J1

    A highwayman named Claude Duval occupied this building and killed the former landlord. In Room 3, guests feel as if they are being watched and beds shake by themselves. Sometimes, heavy footsteps are heard walking down the hall. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)


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    Annesley Hall

    Polebrook, Nottinghamshire

    54.1 miles from Polebrook, UK-J1

    Two ghosts named Elizabeth and William are said to be here. A ghostly fog has also appeared in photographs. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)


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    The Jorrocks

    Derby, Derby

    54.5 miles from Polebrook, UK-J1

    Once the George Inn and Lafferty's Pub, a woman's skull is still here and said to come with poltergeist activity (when the skull was sent to be examined, similar activity followed in that location). (Submitted by Chris Berglund)


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    Derby Gaol

    Derby, Derby

    54.9 miles from Polebrook, UK-J1

    In case you want to see the most activity, visit between October and December for a peak in occurrences. Around this time, you might see full-bodied apparitions in the corridors, become mysterously sick within the cells, feel suffocated, uneasy, and watched, all while encountering a variety of sinister ghosts including ...


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    Borley Rectory

    Polebrook, Essex

    54.9 miles from Polebrook, UK-J1

    Supposedly one of the most haunted locations in the United Kingdom, apparitions have appeared in photographs, objects have moved on their own, and out-of-place-looking figures have been witnessed all over the grounds of this house. Supposedly, a monk and nun tried to elope around here, but were caught and killed ...


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    Tamworth Castle

    Polebrook,

    55 miles from Polebrook, UK-J1

    The ghost of nun (called The Black Lady) has commonly been photographed in full apparition form. Another ghost, called The White Lady, is said to haunt the battlements which she threw herself from. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)


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    Raynham Hall

    Polebrook, Norfolk

    55.5 miles from Polebrook, UK-J1

    Quite possibly the most famous ghost photo was taken at this location. The ghost of Lady Dorothy Walpole (referred to as 'The Brown Lady') has been seen here since the 1830's. She has been throughout the building wearing a brown dress. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)


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    Saracens Head Inn

    Amersham, Buckinghamshire

    56 miles from Polebrook, UK-J1

    A 17th century woman is said to remain here as is the ghost of another figure, yet to be identified. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)


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    Ettington Park Hotel

    Alderminster, Warwickshire

    56.8 miles from Polebrook, UK-J1

    A woman named Lady Emma is seen in a white dress floating through walls. In the library, a man has been seen accompanied by a dog, and a Victorian woman has been seen throughout. A monk, an army officer, and two children who drowned are also reported here. (Submitted by Chris ...


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    Ettington Park Hotel

    Polebrook, Warwickshire

    56.8 miles from Polebrook, UK-J1

    This location was used as the set for the 1963 horror film The Haunting, but the location itself has more to offer. Reports of several Victorian-era ghosts are seen including that of a woman, a servant, and former occupants Edward Shirley, as well as two of the Shirley children who ...


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    The Swan Hotel

    Lavenham, Suffolk

    56.9 miles from Polebrook, UK-J1

    A marriage was going to take place out of wedlock, but the groom left the altar and the bride took her own life. She is most commonly seen in Room 15; it is here where she hung herself. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)


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    Macdonald Bear Hotel

    Woodstock, Oxfordshire

    58.5 miles from Polebrook, UK-J1

    A mother named Elizabeth, and her son, Christopher, are seen here; Christopher is quite playful with the guests. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)


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    Pype Hayes Hall

    Birmingham, England

    58.7 miles from Polebrook, UK-J1

    This home has a history of tragedy ranging from a lovers' suicide pact, to a man who died of heartbreak when he found out about his wife's affair; the woman in the pact and the heartbroken man are both reported here. One strange report involves a man in a black ...


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    The Hellfire Caves

    West Wycombe, Buckinghamshire

    59 miles from Polebrook, UK-J1

    A man named Paul Whitehead was once the secretary to the Hellfire Club. After his death in 1774, he wanted his heart to be placed in an urn which was on display until it was stolen. He seen wandering around, supposedly looking for his heart. A ghost of a teenager ...


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    The George and Dragon Hotel

    Polebrook, Buckinghamshire

    59.1 miles from Polebrook, UK-J1

    A spirit who has since become known as "The White Lady" has been seen here. She is believed to have killed by a former lover and her footsteps can heard throughout the location. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)


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    Pleasley Vale Mills

    Pleasley Vale, Nottinghamshire

    59.6 miles from Polebrook, UK-J1

    Once used to make silk, the mills have since been replaced with an office. In the dye room, people reported the ghost of an abusive supervisor who is said to have murdered a woman who would often appear in Mill 1's top floor. Mood swings, nausea, and disorientation are reported ...


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    Tutbury Castle

    Tutbury, Staffordshire

    59.9 miles from Polebrook, UK-J1

    Mary, Queen of Scots, was imprisoned here; staff have seen her on many occasions, usually between 10:15 and 11:00 at night. A knight is also said to be seen by John of Gaunt's Gateway and harasses employees and visitors. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)


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    University of Oxford

    Oxford, England

    60.6 miles from Polebrook, UK-J1

    Oxford is the second-oldest surviving university in the world, dating back to 1096. The most commonly reported ghost is that of a former master named Obadiah Walker, seen in the front quad. King Charles I, beheaded in his prime, is seen at Christ Church College, as has one of his ...


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    Avenue House

    London, Greater London

    60.8 miles from Polebrook, UK-J1

    The spirits said to remain here are a woman who wanders around the premise (believed to be the former governess), a bitter man who can be found in the Turret Room, and a child who was locked in the cellar. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)


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    Oxford Castle

    Oxford, Oxfordshire

    61.1 miles from Polebrook, UK-J1

    Full-bodied shadows and faces have appeared on camera here. A woman is seen at the castle mound, white mist is seen by the stairs, and footsteps are commonly heard. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)


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    Bruce Castle

    London, Greater London

    61.7 miles from Polebrook, UK-J1

    A lady who supposedly committed suicide is said to remain here. People said that they have seen her apparition or heard her screams. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)


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