Ghost Tales by the Fireside - True Ghost Stories Podcast
True ghost stories from the UK, narrated by Clem Dallaway. Each episode brings chilling tales of paranormal encounters and haunted locations. The podcast aims to entertain and spook listeners with authentic accounts of the supernatural.
Episodes
The Ghosts of Pendle Hill - Witches, Lancaster Castle & England's Most Haunted Landscape
For more than four hundred years, the shadow of Pendle Hill has loomed over one of the most infamous episodes in British history.In 1612, a series of accusations led to the trial and execution of ten people accused of witchcraft. Their names became forever linked with Pendle, Lancaster Castle and the surrounding Lancashire countryside. Yet while the history is well documented, the stories did not
The Fairy Steps of Beetham Fell - Cumbria's Haunted Corpse Road, Fairy Legend & The Cappel Hellhound
Hidden among the limestone cliffs of Beetham Fell lies one of Cumbria's most unusual folklore sites.The Fairy Steps are best known for an old legend claiming that anyone who can climb the narrow staircase without touching the rock walls will be granted a wish by the fairies. But beneath the famous tale lies a much darker history.For centuries, the Fairy Steps formed part of an ancient corpse road
Borley Rectory: England's Most Haunted House - The Truth Behind the Legend
Borley Rectory has been called England's most haunted house for nearly a century.Stories of a ghostly nun, phantom footsteps, mysterious messages appearing on walls, ringing bells, poltergeist activity and unexplained apparitions transformed a quiet Essex rectory into the most famous paranormal case in British history.But how much of the story was real?In this extended episode of Ghost Tales by th
The Goodwin Sands & The Ghost Ship Lady Lovibond - Kent's Greatest Maritime Mystery
Just off the coast of Deal in Kent lies one of the most dangerous stretches of water in Britain. The Goodwin Sands have claimed thousands of ships over the centuries, creating a vast maritime graveyard beneath the English Channel.In this episode of Ghost Tales by the Fireside, we explore the history of the Goodwin Sands, from devastating shipwrecks and the Great Storm of 1703 to the enduring legen
Bagdale Hall & the Ghosts of Whitby - Haunted Whitby Abbey, Dracula & True Ghost Stories
Whitby is one of Britain's most atmospheric towns, where history, archaeology, folklore and reported paranormal experiences meet on the Yorkshire coast.Discover the haunted history of Bagdale Hall, one of Whitby's oldest Tudor buildings. Explore the legend of Browne Bushell, mysterious footsteps, children's voices, Whitby Abbey, St Mary's Churchyard, the 199 Steps, the story of Saint Hilda, the ab
Knocking Knoll - The Ancient Burial Mound with Three Knocks | Bedfordshire Ghost Stories & Folklore
High above the Bedfordshire countryside stands an ancient burial mound known as Knocking Knoll. For centuries, local people claimed to hear three loud knocks coming from beneath the earth, giving rise to one of southern England's most enduring folklore legends.In this episode of Ghost Tales by the Fireside, we explore the prehistoric origins of Knocking Knoll, its nineteenth-century excavation, th
Highgate Cemetery: Ghosts, Graves and the Vampire
Highgate Cemetery is one of the most famous cemeteries in Britain. Hidden among the trees and Victorian monuments of North London are stories of ghostly apparitions, mysterious figures, unexplained sightings and the infamous Highgate Vampire.In this episode of Ghost Tales by the Fireside, we explore the remarkable history of Highgate Cemetery, from its origins as one of London's Magnificent Seven
Devil's Bridge, Wales - The Legend of the Devil's Bargain and the Black Dog of Pontarfynach
Deep in the hills near Aberystwyth lies one of the most remarkable landmarks in Wales.At Devil's Bridge, three bridges stand one above another above a dramatic gorge carved by the River Mynach. For centuries, travellers have crossed this narrow chasm, while below them waterfalls crash through the rocks and mist drifts through the woodland.But history tells only part of the story.According to local
Tamworth Castle - Ghost Stories & Dark Folklore
Tamworth Castle rises above the town as one of Staffordshire's most recognisable landmarks, but its story begins long before the Norman Conquest.In this episode of Ghost Tales by the Fireside, we explore the ancient mound beneath the castle, the Saxon kingdom of Mercia, and the role of Æthelflæd, daughter of Alfred the Great, in defending one of England's most important early settlements. Archaeol
The Mermaid of Zennor - Dark Folklore from Cornwall
Deep in the remote Cornish village of Zennor stands St Senara’s Church, home to one of Britain’s most famous pieces of folklore — the medieval Mermaid Chair.For centuries, local legend has claimed a mysterious woman became entranced by the singing of a young church chorister before leading him beneath the sea at nearby Pendour Cove, still known today as Mermaid’s Cove.In this episode of Ghost Tale
The Haunting of Longdendale - Phantom Plane Crashes and the Devil’s Bonfires
High above Glossop, the Longdendale valley cuts through the Peak District beneath dark reservoirs, Roman roads, and some of the bleakest moorland in England.For generations, locals have reported strange lights moving across the hills after dark. They called them the Devil’s Bonfires.Then in 1997, emergency crews searched the moors for a crashed aircraft that apparently never existed.In this episod
The Ghostly Boots of Besford - Haunted Worcestershire Folklore
Deep in the Worcestershire countryside lies a place once known as Dog Kennel Place, where local folklore tells of a kennelman killed by his own hounds in the darkness of the eighteenth century. Long afterwards, people claimed to hear ghostly boots crossing the fields at night, their spurs faintly jingling in the mist.In this episode of Ghost Tales by the Fireside, we explore the history of Besford
Berkeley Castle: The Death of Edward II - History, Hauntings & Medieval Folklore
Berkeley Castle has stood above the Severn Vale for nearly a thousand years. Behind its Norman walls lie stories of imprisonment, political betrayal, medieval superstition, and the mysterious death of King Edward II in 1327.In this episode, we explore the real history of the castle, the archaeology hidden within its stonework, the folklore that gathered around Edward’s final days, and the quieter
The Lantern Men of the Fens - Dark Folklore
Long before the English fens were drained, travellers crossing the marshes after dark spoke of strange glowing lights drifting through the fog.Known in parts of East Anglia as the Lantern Men, these mysterious lights became part of one of Britain’s oldest and most unsettling pieces of folklore. Some believed they were spirits leading people away from safe paths and deeper into the wetlands. Others
The Ghosts of Washford Mill
For centuries, Washford Mill stood beside flowing water, turning machinery, and the endless noise of industry. Built on a site connected to milling since the Domesday era, the old mill later became part of Redditch’s industrial history, shaping the lives of generations who worked beside the waterwheel.But alongside that history, another reputation slowly emerged.Visitors and staff have reported se
Dark Folklore: The Haunted Grave of Robin Hood
Hidden deep within woodland near the ruins of Kirklees Priory stands a weathered monument long believed to mark the grave of Robin Hood.But historians remain uncertain whether the grave is genuine at all.Despite this, the stories surrounding the site have only grown darker over the centuries. Visitors have reported figures among the trees, strange voices in the woodland, and an atmosphere many des
Goodrich Castle - The Lovers of the Wye
Goodrich Castle rises above the River Wye in Herefordshire, watching over an ancient crossing point between England and Wales. Built shortly after the Norman Conquest and transformed into one of the finest medieval fortresses in the country, the castle eventually became the scene of one of the fiercest sieges of the English Civil War.But alongside its documented history, Goodrich has also gathered
The Silent Pool, Surrey - The Drowned Girl Beneath the Water
Welcome to Dark Folklore — a new short episode series from Ghost Tales by the Fireside exploring eerie legends, ghost stories, forgotten traditions, and the darker side of British folklore.Hidden beneath the Surrey Hills lies a place known as the Silent Pool.For centuries, stories have surrounded its still black waters. According to legend, a young woman drowned there while trying to escape a myst
The Haunting of Steelhouse Lane Lock-Up - Birmingham Ghost Stories
Steelhouse Lane in Birmingham has spent centuries holding people behind locked doors. From the eighteenth-century workhouse and infirmary to the Victorian lock-up and underground prison tunnel, this episode explores the history and hauntings connected to one of the city’s darkest locations.Including the story of Tommy Tank, links to the Peaky Blinders era, Fred West’s time in custody at the statio
Sinai Park House: The Moated House of Healing, History & Hauntings
Sinai Park House, just outside Burton-on-Trent, is a medieval moated building with a long and complex history. This episode explores its connection to Burton Abbey, its possible use as a place of healing, and the real experiences reported within the building.For more episodes and support options, visit:https://www.ghosttales.co.ukSupport the podcast:https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ghosttales#GhostSto
Smallwood — The Ground Beneath
Smallwood is not an ancient place.But something lingers there.In this episode of Ghost Tales by the Fireside, Clem Dallaway explores the history and hauntings of Smallwood, Redditch—built on former Ipsley land during the rise of the needle industry.From the Victorian Almshouses on Mount Street to chilling modern encounters, this episode uncovers real eyewitness accounts of unexplained activity, in
Burton Agnes Hall — A House That Remembers - Ghost Stories & History
Step inside Burton Agnes Hall — a place where history and legend quietly intertwine.In this episode of Ghost Tales by the Fireside, we explore the true history of this remarkable Elizabethan house, from its Norman origins to the present day. But beyond the architecture and lineage lies a story that has been passed down for generations…A young woman.A final wish.And a presence said to remain within
Dunstanburgh Castle: The Headless Earl and the Lost Knight
On the windswept coast of Northumberland stands Dunstanburgh Castle—a place of history, rebellion, and lingering spirits.In this episode of Ghost Tales by the Fireside, we explore the rise and fall of Thomas, Earl of Lancaster, and the ghostly legends that surround the ruins today. From the Headless Earl to the tragic knight Sir Guy the Seeker, this is one of England’s most haunting locations.Supp
The Chains of Denham - The Witch, The Well, and the Dead
In the quiet Suffolk village of Denham, something lingers.Beneath the shadow of St Mary’s Church and the grounds of Denham Hall, a dark history unfolds, one shaped by tragedy, superstition, and fear. In 1605, smallpox tore through the Lewkenor family, leaving behind a legacy carved in stone within the church itself. But death was not the end.From a girl accused of witchcraft and drowned in chains,
The Redditch Recording: A Voice That Shouldn’t Exist
There are some recordings… that were never meant to be heard.Hidden deep within the archives of Redditch Library lies a strange and unsettling piece of audio history — a vinyl transfer of a much older wax cylinder recording, believed to date back to the late 19th century.Marked with a simple warning — Do Not Play — the recording has long been surrounded by quiet rumours. Those who have listened to
The Vanishing House of Rougham Green | A True Suffolk Mystery
There are many stories of haunted houses.But in the countryside between Rougham Green and Bradfield St George, the story is different.Here, the house does not remain.It appears… and then it is gone.In this episode of Ghost Tales by the Fireside, we explore one of Suffolk’s strangest and least understood mysteries — a grand Georgian house seen by multiple witnesses across more than a century.From a
Kenilworth Castle: Dark History & Ghost Stories
Step inside the haunting ruins of Kenilworth Castle — one of England’s most powerful medieval fortresses and one of its most atmospheric historic sites.In this episode of Ghost Tales by the Fireside, we explore nearly a thousand years of history, from the mighty Norman keep built by Geoffrey de Clinton to John of Gaunt’s transformation of the castle into a grand palace fortress.Discover the dramat
The Ghosts of Wootton Wawen - Warwickshire’s Haunted Hall, Saxon Church & Spirit Rapping Mystery
Hidden in the Warwickshire countryside lies the ancient village of Wootton Wawen — a place where history stretches back more than a thousand years… and where the past may not be entirely at rest.In this episode of Ghost Tales by the Fireside, we explore the fascinating history and paranormal legends surrounding this historic village. From its Saxon church and medieval priory to the mysterious haun
The Hauntings of Alton Towers - History, The Chained Oak & Ghost Stories
Alton Towers is known today as Britain’s most famous theme park — but long before roller coasters and thrill rides, this hilltop overlooking the Churnet Valley was home to one of the most extraordinary aristocratic houses in Britain.In this episode of Ghost Tales by the Fireside, we explore the forgotten history of the Towers and the darker legends that surround the estate.Once the seat of the pow
Chanctonbury Ring: Roman Temple, Iron Age Hillfort & The Devil’s Seven Circles
Chanctonbury Ring is one of the most mysterious and haunted sites on the South Downs in West Sussex.Rising 883 feet above sea level, this ancient hilltop enclosure has witnessed over 4,000 years of history — from Neolithic flint tools and Bronze Age burials to Iron Age earthworks and a Romano-British temple hidden just beneath the chalk.In this episode of Ghost Tales by the Fireside, we explore th
The Trocadero, Birmingham | History, Hauntings & The Ghosts of Temple Street
Standing at 17 Temple Street, the Trocadero is one of Birmingham’s most visually striking historic buildings — but is it also one of the city’s most haunted pubs?In this episode of Ghost Tales by the Fireside, we explore the full history of the Trocadero — from its origins as a Victorian fire engine house in 1846, to its transformation into the Bodega wine bar, and later one of Birmingham’s most d
The Ghosts Beneath the Kingfisher Centre – Haunted Redditch
What lies beneath Redditch’s Kingfisher Centre?Long before the modern town centre existed, this land was home to the Independent Congregational Church — and its graveyard. Although official records state the graves were moved, unsettling stories have continued for decades.This episode presents a short version of the history and ghost stories connected to this location, including reports of shadowy
The Alexandra Theatre Birmingham – History & Hauntings
The Alexandra Theatre in Birmingham — known simply as The Alex — is more than a place of entertainment. Behind the curtains lies over a century of history, tragedy, and unexplained events.In this episode, we explore: • The Lyceum Theatre and the birth of the Alexandra• Pantomime, repertory, and the Art Deco rebuild• Leon Salberg and the theatre’s golden age• Wartime performances and modern reinven
Harvington Hall Hauntings – History, Priest Holes & Local Legends
Harvington Hall stands quietly in the Worcestershire countryside, but behind its red brick walls lies a history shaped by secrecy, persecution, and legend.In this episode of Ghost Tales by the Fireside, we explore the story of Harvington Hall — from its medieval origins and Elizabethan transformation to its remarkable priest holes and the folklore that still clings to its grounds.We delve into the
The Ghosts of The Feathers Hotel | History & Hauntings
The Feathers Hotel in Ludlow is one of England’s most recognisable historic inns — but many believe it is also one of its most haunted.In this episode, we explore the hotel’s 400-year history alongside chilling eyewitness accounts of ghost sightings, unexplained sounds, and one of the UK’s strangest paranormal cases: a living ghost.From Room 211 to the mysterious girl seen crossing the street outs
The Hauntings of Littlecote House — Murder, Ghosts & Tudor Tragedy
Littlecote House in Wiltshire hides one of Britain’s darkest legends: a murdered child, a disgraced nobleman, and a curse that still chills the halls centuries later.In this episode:The Darrell family’s scandalous rise & ruinThe horrifying burning-child legendGhost sightings: phantom carriages, spectral riders & haunted roomsWartime mystery & royal secretsA slow-burn paranormal story t
The Ghosts of Levens Hall – The Curse of the Grey Lady
The haunting of Levens Hall — a tale of lingering spirits, love, and sorrow.Journey through this historic Cumbrian mansion as Ghost Tales by the Fireside uncovers one of England’s most enduring hauntings.Support future ghost tales: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ghosttales#GhostTalesByTheFireside #LevensHall #HauntedEngland #GhostStory #ParanormalUK #GreyLady #HauntedHistory #RealGhostStories #Cumbr
The Curse of Peg O’Nell
The legend of Peg O’Nell has haunted the banks of the River Ribble for more than 300 years.They say her ghost rises from the water to claim a life every seven years… but who was she?A servant girl? A vengeful spirit? Or something far older than the hall itself?🎧 A Ghost Tales by the Fireside production🕯️ Real legends. Real hauntings. Real Britain.☕ Support the podcast and keep the stories flowing:
The White Hart Hotel – Lincoln’s Haunted History
Between Lincoln Cathedral and the Norman Castle stands one of England’s most historic hotels — The White Hart. But beneath its luxury lies centuries of mystery. From ghostly children and a faceless highwayman to a spectral cat and a haunted stairwell, this landmark hides chilling secrets.Join Ghost Tales by the Fireside as we explore its royal roots, folklore, and ghostly past.👻 Visit: www.ghostta
The Treasurer's House and Gray's Court – Haunted York
York is known as one of the most haunted cities in England, and two of its most mysterious places are The Treasurer’s House and Gray’s Court. In this episode, we explore their long history and the chilling ghost stories tied to them – from Roman soldiers to lingering spirits.🔗 More ghost stories at www.ghosttales.co.uk🎙 Podcast: Ghost Tales by the Fireside☕ If you’re enjoying my content and want t
The Ghosts of Piers Gaveston and Guy de Beauchamp
This chilling episode of Ghost Tales by the Fireside uncovers the haunted history of two bitter rivals: Piers Gaveston and Guy de Beauchamp. From the spectral apparitions of Scarborough Castle to the phantom black dog said to prowl Bordesley Abbey, their medieval feud echoes beyond the grave.Haunted Locations:Scarborough Castle (North Yorkshire)Blacklow Hill (Warwickshire)Bordesley Abbey (Redditch
The Old Crown: Birmingham's Most Haunted Pub
Step inside one of Britain’s most haunted pubs, where centuries of history linger in every shadow. From chilling ghost sightings to dark tales of the past, this historic inn has earned its reputation as one of the most haunted places in the country.👻 Join us as we explore:The eerie legends surrounding this centuries-old pubChilling ghost stories passed down through generationsThe dark history hidd
The Hauntings of Birmingham Council House | Ghosts of Victoria Square
Birmingham’s Council House may be a seat of politics, but it is also a place of spirits. Hear the stories of Joseph Chamberlain’s lingering presence, a spectral monk wandering the corridors, and the councillor whose tragic death still echoes through the building.Is Birmingham’s Council House home to political power in the afterlife?👻 More haunted history: www.ghosttales.co.ukIf you’re enjoying my
Highways to the Unknown: Ghosts on the Open Road in Oxfordshire
Driving through Oxfordshire after dark can be terrifying—but not always for the reasons you expect. From phantom cars to spectral hitchhikers, eerie black mist, and legends of ghostly coaches, these are the chilling stories of roads where the past still lingers.Perfect listening for fans of ghost stories, folklore, and the unexplained.#GhostStories #Paranormal #HauntedUK #Oxfordshire #Folklore #UK
The Sunn Inn: Where Shadows Walk and the Walls Remember
Enter the chilling world of the haunted inn, a place where whispers echo in the night and shadows linger far too long. This haunting tale explores ghostly encounters, eerie legends, and the dark history that clings to its walls.Perfect listening for fans of ghost stories, paranormal mysteries, and haunted history.#HauntedInn #GhostStories #Paranormal #CreepyTales #HauntedPlaces #Supernatural #Para
The Haunting of Hylton Castle | Ghost Tales of the Cauld Lad
In this spine-chilling episode, we explore the haunted halls of Hylton Castle in Sunderland. Discover the legend of the Cauld Lad, a tragic ghost who wanders the ruins, cursed by betrayal and murder.Perfect for lovers of paranormal stories, haunted castles, and British folklore.👉 Follow Ghost Tales by the Fireside for more haunted history every week.#GhostStory #HauntedCastle #Paranormal #CauldLad
The Black Dog of Bungay – Suffolk’s Most Terrifying Legend
In this spine-chilling episode, we explore the legend of The Black Dog of Bungay, a terrifying evil large black hound said to have appeared during a violent storm in 1577. Witnesses claimed it brought death, destruction, and supernatural terror to St Mary’s Church in Suffolk.Join me as I recount the events, examine historical records, and consider the enduring power of this infamous legend. Atmosp
The Ghost of Haden Hall – A Priest, a Lover, and a Tragic End
In this haunting episode of Ghost Tales by the Fireside, we explore the tragic legend of Haden Hall in Rowley Regis. A forbidden romance between a priest and a miller’s daughter leads to a horrifying end—but Elaine’s spirit may still wander the grounds, searching for the one she lost.This atmospheric retelling brings the ghost story to life with eerie narration, soundscapes, and history from one o
Tutbury Castle: Mary Queen of Scots and the Armoured Ghost
Tutbury Castle is a ruin steeped in royal history and paranormal energy. Held captive here four times, Mary Queen of Scots is believed to still haunt its towers. But she's not alone. Witnesses have seen knights in armour, spectral children, and even captured shadow figures on camera. Join Ghost Tales by the Fireside for 12 chilling minutes of haunted history, atmospheric music, and real encounters
Robin Hood’s Haunted Grave – A True Paranormal Tale from Barnsdale Forest
Is this really where Robin Hood was laid to rest? And if so—why is it one of the most terrifying paranormal hotspots in Britain?From ghostly figures to cursed land and rituals on ley lines, join us as we uncover the haunted truth of Robin Hood’s Grave in Barnsdale Forest. Featuring eyewitness accounts, psychic investigations, and forbidden rituals, this is one story you'll never forget.🌐 Visit: ww
The Restless Spirit of Captain Bound: True Paranormal Tale from Upton
Discover the chilling story of Captain Thomas Bound — a 17th-century villain whose ghost still haunts Upton-upon-Severn. From the deaths of his wives to stolen land, a cursed will, and a suicide that damned his soul, this tale is steeped in English folklore and ghostly mystery.Listen in to uncover why some spirits never rest…#GhostStory #Paranormal #HauntedPlaces #CaptainBound #UptonUponSevern #Gh
The Haunted History of The George Inn – A Ghost Story from Brixworth
In this episode, we travel to Brixworth, Northamptonshire, to uncover the chilling tales behind The George Inn. This 600-year-old pub has hosted weary travellers, wartime commanders… and, according to witnesses, a host of restless spirits.Discover the ghost of a 17th-century boy, spectral voices in the cellar, terrified animals, and mysterious happenings that defy explanation.Brought to you by Gho
What Aleister Crowley Left Behind in Jimmy Page’s Haunted Mansion
In this chilling episode, we delve into the story of Boleskine House — a Highland mansion steeped in occult lore.Once the site of Aleister Crowley’s most dangerous magical working, and later home to Led Zeppelin guitarist Jimmy Page, the house is shrouded in tales of unfinished rituals, ghostly encounters, and mysterious fires.Join us as we uncover what Crowley may have left behind…🎧 Subscribe for
The Bargarran Witch Panic: A House of Shadows and Fire
In this episode, we explore one of Scotland’s most disturbing historical hauntings. The Bargarran Witch Panic of 1696 began with a curse and ended with flames. Was Christian Shaw truly tormented by witches—or was she the cause of Scotland’s last mass witch execution?Uncover chilling events that took place in East Renfrewshire and Paisley, featuring mysterious fires, levitation, ghostly attacks, an
Whittington Castle Ghosts: Legends of the Haunted Fortress
Journey to Whittington Castle—where history and the supernatural intertwine. Discover tales of shadowy figures, the restless blacksmith, haunted children's spirits, and chilling ghostly phenomena. Perfect for fans of British hauntings and paranormal mysteries.#Paranormal #Ghost Stories #Haunted Places #British History #Supernatural #Shropshire #Ghost Tales #UK Legends
The Ghost of Bells Farm – A True British Haunting
A flirtatious spirit roams the historic Bells Farm, teasing guests and terrifying lone visitors. In this spine-tingling episode, we explore the strange happenings that plague this 17th-century building. Is it the restless ghost of a maid from the Civil War?Tune in and decide for yourself if this haunting is real or myth...#GhostPodcast #BritishHauntings #BellsFarmGhost #Supernatural #ParanormalPod
True Ghost Story: The Haunted Stonnall Cottage & The Welsh Harp Inn
Get ready for a chilling true ghost story on Ghost Tales by the Fireside! In this episode, we share the unsettling account of a family's terrifying experience in their "dream" cottage located in the quiet village of Stonnall, near Walsall in the West Midlands, UK.In the summer of 1997, a family seeking a peaceful life moved into an charming 18th-century cottage. Despite their skepticism about haun
The Earl and the Romany – A Love Beyond Death
A tale of love, scandal, and tragedy that defied class and time itself.In 1850, Lord Harry Grey—an aristocrat of power and privilege—fell in love with Catherine Cox, a beautiful and resilient Romany horsewoman. Their forbidden romance shook society, endured ruin, and sparked whispers of a ghostly presence that lingers on Kinver Edge to this day.Are they still walking the hills, hand in hand, bound
Dr Wilmore's Diary - The Full Book
A compilation of the full story
Dr. Wilmore's Diary offers an enthralling glimpse into the perilous and mystifying world of 18th-century Redditch. Through the journal entries of Dr. Wilmore, an eccentric and resourceful physician, listeners are immersed in a tale of highway robbery, forbidden romance, and occult practices.
In this six-part podcast series, we follow Dr. Wilmore's harrowing ordeal
Dr Wilmore's Diary - Chapter Seven
In the thrilling conclusion to this dark and winding tale, Chapter VII reveals secrets, ghosts, and justice beneath the moonlit ruins of Bordesley Abbey. Phillis Spencer faces betrayal and a desperate struggle as George Cookes’ sinister plan to abduct and force her into marriage is foiled by an unexpected apparition—the ghostly figure of her supposedly dead lover, Tom Spencer. But all is not as it
Dr Wilmore's Diary - Chapter Six
In Chapter VI, the sinister plans of George Cookes and the conflicted morality of Dr. Wilmore come to a head in a tale of deception, coercion, and dark bargains. Cookes, desperate to claim the fortune of Phillis Spencer, coerces the reluctant doctor into aiding his plot to abduct the grieving heiress. Blackmail and guilt over past crimes bind the doctor’s hand, forcing him to betray the very woman
Dr Wilmore's Diary - Chapter Five
In Chapter V, the story ventures into the chilling realm of the supernatural as Phillis Spencer turns to the infamous Redditch Wizard, Dr. Wilmore, to contact the spirit of her lost love, Tom Spencer. On All Hallows’ Eve, under the shadow of ancient superstition, Phillis and her maid secretly visit the eerie Abbey Gate House, where the doctor prepares to summon Tom’s spirit through a mystical mirr
Dr Wilmore's Diary - Chapter Four
In Chapter IV, the story takes a darker and more chilling turn. Following the brutal fight, both Tom Spencer and Henry Hardwick hover near death, but the fates of these two men are intertwined with schemes and secrets. Dr. Wilmore struggles to save Hardwick, while George Cookes sees opportunity in his demise. With Hardwick gone, Cookes believes he can eliminate Tom as a rival and secure Phillis Sp
Dr Wilmore's Diary - Chapter Three
In Chapter III, a night of revelry at Hewell Grange turns into a tale of danger, betrayal, and courage. As the Spencer family attends the grand coming-of-age celebration for the 2nd Earl of Plymouth, Phillis Spencer finds herself swept up in the charms of the dangerous George Cookes, much to the dismay of her steadfast suitor, Tom Spencer.
When Phillis grows restless waiting for Tom to escort her
Dr Wilmore's Diary - Chapter Two
In Chapter II, the stage is set for a battle of love, rivalry, and ambition. Young Tom Spencer, fresh from rescuing Dr. Wilmore from his harrowing ordeal, stops by Lownes Hill Farm to visit his cousin, Phillis Spencer—a beautiful and wealthy heiress under the guardianship of her uncle, John Spencer. Bound by family ties and affection, Tom is the favored suitor for Phillis’s hand, a match anticipat
Dr Wilmore's Diary - Chapter One
In this captivating first chapter, we uncover the dramatic tale of Dr. Wilmore, a physician of the old school, trained in the remedies of the renowned Dr. Nicholas Culpeper. On Midsummer Day in 1700, while traveling back from Bromsgrove Fair to Redditch, Dr. Wilmore is ambushed by two masked highwaymen. Stripped of his earnings, humiliated, and forced to endure their twisted sense of justice by sw
An Original Ghost Story for Christmas not heard for 100 Years
I found this story a few months ago. It was written by James Mills Woodward who was a local artist and amateur archaeologist in the town of Redditch in Worcestershire, England. The story was published by the Redditch Indicator in weekly articles at Christmas in 1887. It was then republished in 1924.
So 100 years later, I'll be releasing the story in its modern form a podcast.
The Ghosts of the Severn Valley Railway
Ghosts of the Severn Valley Railway: A Haunting Journey Through Time
Step aboard the historic Severn Valley Railway and prepare for a journey like no other. In this episode of Ghost Tales by the Fireside, we uncover the spectral secrets of one of England’s most beloved heritage railways.
From the eerie apparitions of a man and a little girl waving from Bridgnorth platform to the chilling presenc
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Ghosts of the Severn Valley Railway: A Haunting Journey Through Time
Step aboard the historic Severn Valley Railway and prepare for a journey like no other. In this episode of Ghost Tales by the Fireside, we uncover the spectral secrets of one of England’s most beloved heritage railways.
From the eerie apparitions of a man and a little girl waving from Bridgnorth platform to the chilling presenc
The Ghosts of Blickling Hall
The historic Blickling Hall was the birthplace of the 2nd wife of Henry VIII, Anne Boleyn, who's ghost has been known to visit on occasion.
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The historic Blickling Hall was the birthplace of the 2nd wife of Henry VIII, Anne Boleyn, who's ghost has been known to visit on occasions.
The Chilling Parallel Murders of Pype Hayes Park
2 women, 2 murders, same place, same age, same date, killers had the same surname but they were 157 years apart
The Ghosts of Pipe Hayes Hall and Park
The Ghosts of Pipe Hayes Hall and Park
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The ghosts of Pipe Hayes Park and Hall
Haunted Village Pubs in Worcestershire Pt 2
Part 2 of haunted village pubs in Worcestershire. This episode covers Hanbury, Elcocks Brook and Feckenham.
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Part 2 of haunted village pubs in Worcestershire. This episode covers Hanbury, Elcocks Brook and Feckenham.
The White Swan Hotel, Henley in Arden and Ettington Park Hotel, Stratford Upon Avon
Ghosts in Warwickshire
The Queens Head & The Abbeydale Club
Haunted pubs in Redditch featuring the Queens Head and the Abbeydale Club. For more information please go to www.ghostsofredditch.co.uk
The Sportsmans Arms, Redditch
Haunted pubs in Redditch, England
Inveraray Castle and Jail
The phantom harpist and a jailer are just a few of the ghosts haunting Inveraray.
