Haunted Places in Swindon, Gloucestershire



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    Mill Street

    Prestbury, Gloucestershire

    2.7 miles from Swindon, UK-E6

    A headless horsemen is seen riding down this street. He was knocked off of his horse, interrogated for his political connections, then beheaded. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)


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    Woodchester Mansion

    Swindon, Gloucestershire

    17.1 miles from Swindon, UK-E6

    The chapel is said to have the most activity; it is said that Satanic rituals once took place in here and with it. A tall apparition as well as an element have settled in, possibly because of it. Other figures around the mansion include an elderly woman who grabs visitors, ...


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    Hellens Manor

    Swindon, Herefordshire

    17.4 miles from Swindon, UK-E6

    A family disowned their daughter, Hetty, after she eloped. When she returned to her family, they locked her away in the house for thirty years. Hetty is seen walking around the manor as is the ghost of a Cromwell-era priest, and a naval lieutenant. Submitted by Chris Berglund


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    Littledean Jail

    Swindon, Gloucestershire

    17.8 miles from Swindon, UK-E6

    It's common to hear children crying in the lower sections. A man in a green uniform is seen in the courtroom and the former jailer is said to throw people around. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)


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    Owlpen Manor

    Swindon, Gloucestershire

    19.1 miles from Swindon, UK-E6

    Four ghosts have made their presence known here: the first if that of Queen Margaret of Anjou who returned here in death because of the joy it brought her in life. In the east wing, a monk in black; people are unsure whether or not he was fleeing from a ...


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    Old Hankerton Vicarage

    Swindon, Wiltshire

    22.1 miles from Swindon, UK-E6

    A former resident of the early twentieth century vicarage reportedly saw a disembodied pair of legs dressed in grey flannel trousers wandering through the property before vanishing on several occasions. (Submitted by Callum Swift)


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    The Edward Jenner Museum

    Berkeley, Gloucestershire

    22.7 miles from Swindon, UK-E6

    A recent photo taken in the attic caught what appeared to be a man sitting in a chair. Many believe that the ghost of Edward Jenner himself, father of modern vaccination, resides in his old home and is likely to be the figure in the photo. Another spirit has been ...


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    Berkeley Castle

    Berkeley, Gloucestershire

    22.8 miles from Swindon, UK-E6

    The castle used to have a foul pit where animal carcasses, and occasionally that of a human, were dumped. Some prisoners were locked in a nearby cell where the stench itself was enough to make them ill and soon die. One prisoner was King Edward II who managed to survive ...


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    Ancient Ram Inn

    Wotton-under-Edge, Gloucestershire

    23 miles from Swindon, UK-E6

    Supposedly the site of many pagan rituals when it was first built, this site is location to a woman who can be found in "The Witch's Room". She was accused of witchcraft in the early 16th century and later burned at the stake, but remains here. Another room, "The Bishop's ...


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    Ettington Park Hotel

    Swindon, Warwickshire

    23.6 miles from Swindon, UK-E6

    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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    Ettington Park Hotel

    Alderminster, Warwickshire

    23.7 miles from Swindon, UK-E6

    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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    The Old Bell Hotel and Restaurant

    Malmesbury, Wiltshire

    24.1 miles from Swindon, UK-E6

    The Grey Lady is seen in the James Ody room; she was said to have an unhappy marriage and wound up here. In the Foe room, the door was jammed from the inside, but when workers went inside to investigate, found nothing wrong. Objects have been smashed and cold spots ...


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    Jolly Tar Inn and Public House

    Swindon, Swindon

    25.4 miles from Swindon, UK-E6

    Guests and staff alike have encountered the apparition of a tall man who haunts the establishment. Other strange activity reported hear includes ghostly laughter and strange noises. (Submitted by Callum Swift)


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    St. Briavels Castle

    Saint Briavels, Gloucestershire

    26.7 miles from Swindon, UK-E6

    King John's bedroom was once used as a courtroom where many were sentenced to death; visitors have described an odd and unexplainable atmosphere in here. In this room, a baby is also heard crying. Guests who visit the Hanging Room have described the sensation of being choked, like the prisoners ...


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    Petty France Manor

    Petty France, South Gloucestershire

    26.8 miles from Swindon, UK-E6

    The two most well-known ghosts are that of Amelia (who died during childbirth) and is known for making the chandelier swing around, and that of a man who sits alone in the dining room appearing and disappearing spontaneously. Many others ghosts are thought to frequent here. Submitted by Chris Berglund


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    Ye Olde Black Cross

    Bromsgrove, Worcestershire

    27.6 miles from Swindon, UK-E6

    A cavalier has been reported in the bar and lounge. Sometimes, objects are thrown around. Room 2 is said to be the most active site here. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)


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    Clifton Hotel and Brewery

    Swindon, Swindon

    This hotel and brewery is haunted by a poltergeist who likes to throw glasses and break sherry bottles. (Submitted by Callum Swift)


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    The Planks Auction Rooms

    Swindon, Swindon

    These historic auction rooms have been converted to apartments, but alleged hauntings have been reported ever since there conversion. Tenants have reported loud crashes and bangs when there is no one around, and a pale face that peers from the upper floor windows before vanishing. (Submitted by Callum Swift)


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    The Check Inn

    Swindon, Swindon

    30.4 miles from Swindon, UK-E6

    Staff and customers at this old pub have reported seeing apparitions in period clothing wandering through the bar area that vanish suddenly when approached. Various visitors have reported experiencing the vision of a man in a powdered wig writing poetry. (Submitted by Callum Swift)


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    The Rectory

    Yatton Keynell, Wiltshire

    31.2 miles from Swindon, UK-E6

    A local guide on haunted buildings referred to the rectory as one of the most haunted buildings in town, but the origin of the haunting is unknown. (Submitted by Callum Swift)


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    Harrow Inn

    Wanborough, Swindon

    31.6 miles from Swindon, UK-E6

    People have reported hearing the sounds of a spectral horse and coaches crashing outside the inn, and seeing a worried man in period clothing rushing through the inn as if searching for something. (Submitted by Callum Swift)


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    Macdonald Bear Hotel

    Woodstock, Oxfordshire

    32.3 miles from Swindon, UK-E6

    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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    Warwick Castle

    Warwick, Warwickshire

    32.4 miles from Swindon, UK-E6

    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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    Crown Inn

    Swindon, Wiltshire

    32.6 miles from Swindon, UK-E6

    Guests hear have been harassed by an unseen presence, which blows on their necks, pushes them, brushes against them and even twists their ears. (Submitted by Callum Swift)


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    Five Alls Public House

    Chippenham, England

    32.8 miles from Swindon, UK-E6

    The public house is rumoured to be haunted by an old woman, a former tenant of the inn. People have reported furniture moving around by itself and lights that turn on and off by themselves. (Submitted by Callum Swift)


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    Magpie

    Chippenham, England

    32.9 miles from Swindon, UK-E6

    This store is located in a former tavern, and is believed to be haunted by three apparitions. The first is that of a man in a Trilby hat, who has been seen by staff and customers on the ground floor. The other apparitions are of a middle-aged woman and her ...


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    Chiseldon House Hotel

    Chiseldon, Swindon

    32.9 miles from Swindon, UK-E6

    There are reports of a poltergeist haunting this historic hotel, including pictures that move by themselves and the sound of a cannon being fired emanating from the downstairs kitchen. (Submitted by Callum Swift)


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    Brightstone Road

    Rubery, England

    32.9 miles from Swindon, UK-E6

    Screams are sometimes heard early in the morning. A crying boy has also been seen. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)


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    The Holt Hotel

    Swindon, Oxfordshire

    33.1 miles from Swindon, UK-E6

    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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    Drakelow Tunnels

    Cookley, Worcestershire

    34.7 miles from Swindon, UK-E6

    Once used for war, the tunnels became used as a nuclear bunker. Shadows with a dark mass are seen and ectoplasmic mist is shows up in pictures. Six deaths are said to have happened down here and they could possibly be the spirits people encounter. In the canteen area, a ...


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    Tourist Information Centre - Arnold House

    Corsham, Wiltshire

    34.8 miles from Swindon, UK-E6

    This historic house, currently serving as the town information centre, is haunted by the apparitions of two men in period clothing. The turn lights on and off and have been known to cause power failures. (Submitted by Callum Swift)


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    The Dower House, Stoke Park

    Stoke Gifford, South Gloucestershire

    35.9 miles from Swindon, UK-E6

    The ghost of Lady Elizabeth Somerset is reported to knock three times at her memorial if she is present (she died after falling from her horse). Some people report seeing her and other report the sound of horse hooves. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)


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    Avebury Church

    Avebury, Wiltshire

    36.4 miles from Swindon, UK-E6

    A local riding past the churchyard on a bicycle reported seeing a tall white apparition standing there. I myself have visited this church, and have seen a shadowy figure sitting at a pew near the front. After mentioning this comment to a local, he reported having seen strange lights and ...


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    The Avebury Stone Circle

    Avebury, Wiltshire

    36.4 miles from Swindon, UK-E6

    A certain energy is given off by the stones here; one man was crushed to death in the 14th century by one of these monoliths and other legends give the idea that these stones are protected by guardians. Shadowy figures are seen among them and voices are heard singing at ...


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    The Lodge

    Avebury, Wiltshire

    36.4 miles from Swindon, UK-E6

    This historic bed and breakfast is haunted by at least three apparitions. Guests have seen the apparition of a young woman, a man in Georgian clothing and a phantom coach drawn by four jet black horses. Staff have heard a voice which speaks to them in French. (Submitted by Callum Swift)


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    The Red Lion

    Swindon, Wiltshire

    36.4 miles from Swindon, UK-E6

    A woman named Florie was thrown down a well after being caught having an affair. She is known to throw things, haunt the ladies' washroom, and has been seen walking about. A bearded man has also been reported here. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)


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    Skirrid Mountain Inn

    Swindon, Monmouthshire

    37.7 miles from Swindon, UK-E6

    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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    Oxford Castle

    Oxford, Oxfordshire

    37.9 miles from Swindon, UK-E6

    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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    University of Oxford

    Oxford, England

    38.1 miles from Swindon, UK-E6

    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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    New Alexandra Theatre

    Birmingham, England

    38.4 miles from Swindon, UK-E6

    Leon Salberg, once a manager to this locale, died in this building and has been seen here ever since. A former head of the wardrobe department, a man in a top hat, a grey lady, a stage manager who jangles his keys, and entity who drains from electrical equipment have ...


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    Odeon Cinema

    City Centre, City of Bristol

    39.1 miles from Swindon, UK-E6

    A former manager, Robert Parrington Jackson, was murdered here back in 1946. Cold spots, unnerving feelings, and sometimes, his apparition are all reported. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)


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    Birmingham and Midland Eye Centre

    Birmingham, England

    39.1 miles from Swindon, UK-E6

    Security footage caught a grey phantom that staff and security believed was responsible for triggering a burglary alarm. Crying has also been heard and the ghost of a ward sister was also seen. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)


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    Avon Fire and Rescue Station

    Bath, Bath and North East Somerset

    39.2 miles from Swindon, UK-E6

    A ghost of a templar has been seen here. According to legend, he might have been involved with occult activity. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)


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    Pembroke Road, Clifton

    Bristol, City of Bristol

    39.2 miles from Swindon, UK-E6

    This street used to be used as a gallows. Two of the reported ghosts include that of a phantom dwarf and a beggar named Jenkins Protheroe. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)


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    University of Bristol - Tyndall Avenue

    Bristol, England

    39.2 miles from Swindon, UK-E6

    Students commonly report a headless horseman while walking along Tyndall Avenue. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)


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    The Rummer

    Bristol, City of Bristol

    39.3 miles from Swindon, UK-E6

    The ghost of a girl in a nightgown has been reported here. She is said to have died of pneumonia during the Elizabethan era. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)


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    Arnos Manor Hotel

    Bristol, Avon

    39.3 miles from Swindon, UK-E6

    Once a Catholic school, a bombing during World War II revealed the skeleton of a nun who was bricked behind a wall. Spirits are seen going up and down the stairs, objects are tossed around, and guests get pushed around or touched. Active rooms include the bar (where a man ...


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    All Saints Church

    Bristol, City of Bristol

    39.3 miles from Swindon, UK-E6

    A monk is said to wander around here and a very vicious elderly has been known to cause fear in those who visit. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)


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    Arnos Vale Cemetery

    Bristol, England

    39.3 miles from Swindon, UK-E6

    The resting place of many soldiers from World War I and II, people will feel cold spots and sometimes see figures in their peripheral vision who aren't there. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)


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    Llandoger Trow

    Bristol, City of Bristol

    39.4 miles from Swindon, UK-E6

    The 1664 Llandoger Trow pub building is rumored to have been the inspiration for the Admiral Benbow in Robert Louis Stevenson’s "Treasure Island" and the place where Daniel Defoe met Alexander Selkirk, his inspirition for "Robinson Crusoe." Some believe the pub may even have been visited a time or two ...


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