Pendle Hill sits proudly in Lancashire, England. Surrounded by green fields and often laced in a silk-like fog. The hill is not only beautiful but has a long history, which is equally interesting and haunting. Perhaps the most famed connection to Pendle Hill is that of the Pendle Witches. This story of real witches occurred during the early 1600s. Around this time rumors swirled about a family who lived on Pendle Hill. Stories of Devil […]
The Viaduct Tavern is a beautiful pub adorning the heart of London since 1869. One that has stood the test of time and remained true to its sinister history. It exists as the last remaining example of a true Gin Palace within the city of London. These establishments were created to be lavish drinking holes that catered to the high end of society. Though poorer Londoners who drank gin for its affordability would also frequent […]
Chillingham castle is an impressive and majestic 1344c. stronghold that adorns the Northumberland countryside. Though it is surrounded by soft, serene green hills and stunning gardens the fortress itself holds many dark secrets that have spilled out all over its grounds. Its gruesome history has tainted Chillingham Castle, leaving many to believe that it is in fact the most haunted castle in England. Lying so close to the borders of England and Scotland, Chillingham Castle […]
From the outside, the Ancient Ram Inn doesn’t look like much. It’s dry cracked walls and wearing roof tiles show the age of the building, which was established back in 1145. The Ancient Ram Inn has gained notoriety from its dark history, ghost stories and alleged demonic residents. The building is now considered one of the most haunted places in England, if not the entire world. The Ancient Ram in actually lies where two Ley […]
York is a truly fascinating city full of history and medieval structures, such as the castle-like wall which continues to surround the city. Though modernized today, these pockets of remaining aged structures and ancient subterranean levels have led York to accumulate many ghost stories. Below is where you will find the most haunted places in York, England. Lund’s Court is a small and narrow pathway passed by thousands of unsuspecting tourists each day. This place […]
The Tower of London is a beautifully preserved piece of British history that rests in the heart of London. The historic castle is made up of many structures, the oldest and best known being the White Tower, built in 1078 for William the Conqueror. Today, the Tower of London is well known for holding the crown jewels and displays its important history to visitors as an interactive museum. During its long past is has also […]
Aston Hall is a country mansion residing in Birmingham, England. The home was built by Sir Thomas Holte between 1618 and 1635. Holte was a local squire looking to create a grand residence for himself, which would be fit to entertain the king. Holte had a fierce reputation, was feared by many and possessed a quick temper. The Holte’s owned Aston Hall for many years, up until 1817. After that it changed hands between multiple […]
Resting inconspicuously amongst one of London’s busiest suburbs, shaded by the towering ‘Shard’ lies an early eighteenth century church, which conceals a gruesome piece of history inside its attic. There lies the oldest surviving operating theatre in Europe, predating both anesthetic and antiseptic. The church, which houses the theatre was once part of the neighboring old St. Thomas Hospital, and also holds its original herb garret. This area was once where the hospital would dry […]
