Chavenage House is an old building. It is an Elizabethan era manor just northwest of Tetbury in Gloucestershire England. The house has been used as a set for a few TV programs and films; including The Ghost of Greville Lodge, the Hercule Poirot story The Mysterious Affair at Styles and featured in scenes from Bonekickers. […]
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The murder hole ghost of Oystermouth Castle
Oystermouth Castle has been built, destroyed and rebuilt more than once. It was first built by William de Londres in 1106. The castle stood for about 10 years before it was destroyed in a conflict with the Welsh. The castle was destroyed again in 1137 and finally rebuilt in stone by the de Braose family […]
The starved ghost of Ashton Hall
There are two Ashton Hall’s in Lancaster. The first is part of the council complex of Dalton Square near the Buck Ruxton murder site and the second is currently the headquarters of the Lancaster Golf Club. Ashton Hall, now used by the Golf Club, was originally built by Roger of Poitou in the Barony of […]
The White Lady of Speke Hall
Speke Hall is an historic Tudor house accompanied by impressive and beautiful gardens. The main part of the house was built in 1540 and construction continued throughout the years including a change to the laundry area in 1950s. Edward Norris made the last significant change in 1598 by adding the northern range.
The famous families of the house include Watts, Beauclerks and the family Norriss. Speke House is currently run and owned by the National Trust.
Ghosts and murder at Samlesbury Hall
Samlesbury Hall has been investigated by a number of professional ghost-hunters from the UK and abroad. In this video (1m44) the BBC narrates some of the more popular stories while the American ghost-hunters set up their equipment. There have been many deaths at Samlesbury Hall in its 700 year history.
Most Haunted (series five) investigated the hall. Derek Acorah was possessed by a spirit calling herself Dorothy. While possessed Acorah refers to ‘father’ and ‘the devil’.
The White Lady of Tyrone: Ghost-hunters flock to the scene
In recent weeks there have been a number of reported sightings of a white lady haunting a remote spot in Country Tyrone in Northern Ireland.
The reported sightings have become so wide spread and so common that cars belonging to sightseers and ghost-hunters clog the Mullaghmoyle Road, near Coalisland, where the ghostly woman has been seen the most often.
The sightings are compelling. Raymond Bell told the Daily Telegraph that his 17-year-old son did not believe in ghosts but after witnessing the white lady on numerous occasions had changed his mind.
Local politician Desmond Donnelly dismissed the sightings, saying; “If you ask me, it’s more likely to be a reflection of the moon on the river that flows through the area.”
White Lady
Female ghosts are often described as being a White Lady. Margaret Radclyffe may be the white lady at Ordsall Hall and Elinir Cavendish may be the white lady at Newton House, for example. White ladies are not restricted to haunting buildings but can also be seen in valleys, especially at bridges, and roaming along roads. […]
Newton House and Elinir Cavendish
Newton House Newton House is in Dinefwr Park, Wales and contains the remains of Dinefwr Castle. The building is currently owned by the National Trust but historically was the residence of Earl Cawdor. The title ‘Earl Cawdor’ was created in 1827 for John Campbell, one of the Clan Campbell. Dinefwr Castle The castle was constructed […]
Ordsall Hall and Margaret Radclyffe
Ordsall Hall Ordsall Hall is a former stately home in Salford, Greater Manchester, England. The oldest parts of the former Tudor mansion date back to the 15th century but there has been a building in location for at least 750 years. The Radclyffe family bought Ordsall Hall in the 14th century. The Hall was originally […]
