7 most haunted places in Britain

With a rich history, Britain is home to several ancient castles, eerie inns, and quiet villages that hide dark secrets from centuries past. It is a treasure trove of ancient history, and its remains. While Britain never ceases to impress its visitors, this land also gives chills to those who seek paranormal activities and spooky experiences.

From spectral sightings at medieval fortresses to whispers of witches in misty hills, here is a list of the most haunted places in Britain that is sure to send shivers down the spine.

High Peak Estate, DerbyshireThe High Peak Estate in Derbyshire is often marked as one of the eeriest places in Britain. If the stories are to be believed, a young couple named Clara and Alan got married at a chapel in the Peak Forest in the mid-1700s. As they traveled back home, they were ambushed by highwaymen and pushed off the cliffs at Winnats Pass. The locals reported hearing their pleas for mercy coming from the Pass. It's in the Winnats Pass, Castleton, Hope Valley S33 8WA.

Hampton Court Palace, LondonBuilt in 1514 by Cardinal Thomas Wolsey, and later acquired by King Henry VIII in 1528, this palace has a history of ghostly sightings. King Henry VIII lived in the palace with his six wives. According to the locals, Catherine Howard, Henry’s fifth wife, is said to haunt the palace, especially the gallery, where she supposedly ran to plead with Henry before her execution.

Edinburgh Castle, Edinburgh, Scotland If you fancy the castles and life, Edinburgh Castle should be on your bucket list. This centuries-old fortress has witnessed numerous battles and deaths, leaving behind tales of ghosts and eerie occurrences. One of the most famous spirits of the castle is the Bagpiper, who apparently never returned after he went exploring the tunnels beneath the castle.

(Pic courtesy: Wikipedia/ George Washington Wilson/ Adam Cuerden - Edinburgh Castle from the Grass Market, from Cornell University Library)
Pluckley Village, Kent
Pluckley Village is almost synonymous with the word haunted. This village is in the Guinness Book of Records as the most haunted village in Britain. There are at least 12 spirits, including the spirits of a schoolmaster, a gypsy woman, and a highwayman that lurk in the darkness of the village. This village in Kent is known for its paranormal sightings and is quite an attraction for ghost hunters.

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Whitby, North YorkshireThis beautiful and picturesque coastal town is known for its haunting charm and Gothic allure. Bram Stoker visited the guest house in Royal Crescent in the late 19th century and drew inspiration for his famous novel ‘Dracula’ from Whitby Abbey and its surroundings. Whitby is a dream destination for ghostbusters as well as travellers who have a penchant for ghost stories.

Borley Rectory, EssexBorley Rectory has the reputation of being “the most haunted house in England.” From mysterious footsteps to ghostly sightings of a nun, chilling tales of supernatural occurrences have been reported at this place. Though the rectory was destroyed by fire in 1939, its haunted reputation lives on.

Ancient Ram Inn, GloucestershireSituated in Gloucestershire's sleepy market town of Wotton-under-Edge, Ancient Ram Inn is known as Britain’s most haunted pub. Dating from 1492, this inn has a history of paranormal activities including ghostly apparitions and unexplained noises. This inn was built in 1145 and is rumored to have been the site of pagan rituals and even child sacrifices.

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