Ghosts Of England Episodes

In today's episode we delve into "The Lady in the Bay Window," a true ghostly tale by William, who turned his experiences into a bestselling book. After his mum's cancer diagnosis, William channelled his energy into writing, raising nearly £30,000 for charity. Join us as we explore the haunted happenings at number 333. My Special Guest Is William C. Graves (Pseudonym) William’s Mum was diagnosed with a rare form of breast cancer 5 years ago, feeling pretty helpless William spent the first 2 y...

Often cited as 'England's Most Haunted Home,' the moment you enter the old Ancient Ram Inn, an aura envelopes you signalling you are in the heart of somewhere quite unique. The bare walls, creaking floorboards, steep stairs and mysterious shadows are sufficient to elicit the coldest of shivers; whilst the legions of ghost stories that come marching from its mist-shrouded past can chill the blood of even the most steadfast cynic. With reports of phantoms, disembodied sounds and poltergeist activi...

Discover the history and paranormal encounters of The Old Vicarage Hotel in Bridgwater with guest and owner Candida Leaver. Featured in Help My House Is Haunted Season 4, the Hotel is full of charm and character as well as several locations that boast of paranormal activity. "I was staying in Room 5 alone when someone clearly sat on the end of the bed. I didn't feel scared, just curious." Guest Feedback "Whilst walking down the stairs in the main building I was tapped firmly on the shoulder."...

Discover the forgotten haunting of Willington Mill, where the ghosts of an old witch and a murdered worker roam, terrorising the 19th century family who called it home. The History of Willington Mill Willington Mill, located in Northumberland, England, has a fascinating history dating back to its construction in 1801. This steam-powered flour mill became infamous in the 19th century for the unexplained and allegedly supernatural phenomena that plagued the Proctor family, who resided there. To...

From a childhood spent in Cornwall surrounded by legends of the paranormal, Kirsten Honey has spent the last 8 years uncovering the secrets of Bodmin Jail. But what she found is even more unexpected than the centuries-old tales: a deep connection to the spirits of the past and a captivating story of resilience and humanity within the harshest of punishments. What mysteries will Kirsten uncover in her journey to uncover the truth? In this episode, you will be able to: Delve into chilling p...

Joining me today is Chris Goodchild the General Manager of Wookey Hole, one of Britain’s oldest tourist attractions. With Caves dating back millions of years and one of the oldest recorded Mill's in history, Wookey Hole is steeped with history and mystery such as the legend of the Witch of Wookey Hole! Chris has been working at Wookey Hole for over 22 years now, enjoying the growth and development of the park and business. Having gone from a tourist attraction, with Caves and Mill, to a famil...

Joining me today is Simon Entwistle an award winning tour guide and author of Ghostly Tales of the Unexpected. He has a knack for storytelling and regaling his audiences with history, ghosts, heroes, villains, murders, mystery and more. In today's episode Simon is going to share some local and personal tales of history, ghosts, bravery and tragedy as well as sharing an interesting poltergeist account. Thank you for listening. Guest information: Facebook: https://en-gb.facebook.com/to...

Joining me today is medium and paranormal investigator Beverley Turney to discuss the location Bicclescombe Mill in Ilfracombe. First listed in 1795 as a corn mill Beverley shares her insight as to some of the paranormal activity this location has to share, its incredible history as well as its importance within the area. Beverley helps share a number of important historical and paranormal hidden gems with the community so make sure to listen to access how you can explore some of these fabulo...

Joining me in today’s podcast is Diane Chambers as we discuss Chillingham Castle situated in Northumberland. Chillingham Castle boasts some of the highest levels of paranormal activity in the country, with a large collection of spectres and apparitions spotted by visitors over the years. It also has a haunted history to match.... If you wish to support the Haunted History Chronicles Podcast then please click on the Patreon link. https://www.patreon.com/Haunted_History_Chronicles If you wan...

Joining me today to explore Woodchester Mansion is Chris Howley who has been the Paranormal Supervisor there since 2006. Chris has been a highly respected paranormal investigator for many years and has appeared on a number of TV shows. Chris is a member of the Association for the Scientific Study of Anomalous Phenomena (ASSAP) and was one of the first in the UK to be listed on the National Register of Professional Investigators (NRPI). Woodchester Mansion and its grounds are steeped in histor...

David Goulden is the founder of The Dorset Paranormal Research Team a non-profit team focused on rational enquiry and the study of spontaneous anomalous phenomena in Dorset and the wider community. With a passion for history and the paranormal David is also the Paranormal Events Manager and Advisor for both Nothe Fort and Shire Hall in Dorset where it is his aim to protect the reputational heritage of these locations and to ensure that a good representation of the paranormal research field is...

Derby has a reputation for being a hotbed of ghostly goings on. Stories of ghostly activities span generations. In fact it’’s difficult to turn a corner in the city without hearing a nerve jangling tale of things that go bump in the night. And you don’t have to go too far to find one such tale. The old gaol in Friar Gate has a particularly gruesome past. Today, all that survives of the original gaol are its cells, which now form part of a working museum which tells the story of its grisly histor...

In today’s episode we explore the story of a young girl caught up in the political conflicts of her time. It would see her rise to the highest echelon of Queen (a position she held for nine days.) Lady Jane Grey would lose everything.... including her head. In the moments before her death she would be handed her prayer book in which she wrote the following: “Live still to die, that by death you may purchase eternal life...” Lady Jane Grey’s story, and death, is a hauntingly tragic one- ...

In the autumn of 1888 a series of brutal murders in the East End of London sent shock waves reverberating around the world. In today's podcast we explore what it was like living in the East End during the so- called 'autumn of terror;' we explore some of the oddities surrounding the cases themselves and how paranormal reports featured both in the investigations as well as in the surrounding area long after the murders ceased. Thank you for listening. If you wish to support the Haunted Hist...

In today's podcast you will have the chance to explore the history and paranormal activity surrounding a castle with over 1000 years of heritage, intrigue, murder, torture, ambitions, plots and so much more. It was here that many key English Kings and ambitious men of the court like The Kingmaker would reside. Within the walls of the castle we explore the Victorian Seances carried out by Anne Greville, the Countess of Warwick and the stories of hauntings that this castle is reported to hav...

Llanthony Secunda Manor is an 800 year old manor house with a monastic history. This hidden gem does not disappoint and is one that we dive deep into in this podcast. Thank you for listening. If you wish to support the Haunted History Chronicles Podcast then please click on the Patreon link. https://www.patreon.com/Haunted_History_Chronicles Please use the links below or on the website to keep in touch via our social media pages : to ask questions and review other content linked to this episo...

Tettenhall Towers was first built as a country house in 1771 before being turned into the school that it is today. This large country home was the residence of some intriguing and 'interesting' characters- figures we will be exploring in this podcast as many believe that they are still connected to the school today. Like the men who helped to build this house Tettenhall Towers is equally as mysterious. The Towers for many has a frightening reputation and one with many areas where people have ...

The Jamaica Inn has long provided travellers with a resting place and ales. It is also a location long associated with smugglers and wreckers- people who would purposefully lure unsuspecting ships out at sea on to the awaiting rocks. These ships would then be looted and stripped of all cargo. The Jamaica Inn provided a perfect location to hide these goods- isolated as it is on the moor. A light would be placed in a small square window to provide the all clear for nearby smugglers waiting out on ...

Shrewsbury Prison that we see today was built in 1877 having been built to replace an earlier Georgian prison dating back to 1791 on the same grounds. This prison was finally closed in 2013 having seen countless executions during this time. Shrewbury Prison, or 'The Dana' as it is also known, has a harrowing history and is a location with a vast array of different areas to explore. There is much reported paranormal activity here. Why not listen for yourself and decide if you think the energy ...

Shirehall in Hereford is one of England’s oldest working courts. This location is an impressive one that has seen many famous trials and notorious figures. It would be here that prisoners would be sentenced and executions carried out. This grand and atmospheric space would reveal some secrets in some newly tried paranormal investigation techniques that date back for centuries- one I hope inspires you to try out this technique for yourself. It would be here I would uncover a rather sinister...

Sudeley Castle in Winchcombe in Gloucestershire is a place that you fall in love with for its tranquility and beauty. This castle has one of the richest histories - it truly has everything- war, romance, royalty and tragedies. It is here The Lady In Green is often seen standing and gazing out by an upstairs window or observed wandering the corridors forever searching for the future she was denied. Step back in time and explore who she was- the events of her life, death and unquiet afterlife. ...

Part two of the Halloween focus on the rise of witchcraft today is going to be all about England’s most famous witch trial- Pendle Hill. In this episode you can explore the events of the trial and how significant it was as well as some of the paranormal activity that surrounds this location. For anyone interested in Salem and other witch trials this is an episode I hope you enjoy! If you haven’t listened to part one then start there- it’s really useful and helps paint the scene leading into this...

Part one of a two part Halloween focus on the rise of witchcraft. Come and explore all things supernatural and put yourself in the right spirit for Halloween. Please feel free to send comments and questions via the digital record feature. Thank you for listening and I hope you join me for Part 2. To see how you can help support this podcast please take a look at the Haunted History Chronicles Patreon Page https://www.patreon.com/Haunted_History_Chronicles Please use the links belo...