Spooky Castles and Properties in the UK

York is reputed to be the most haunted city in Europe. At the Black Swan phantom drinkers include a disappearing man, a gorgeous jilted bride and a highwayman who loved Irish Folk Songs. Visitors to the Roman Baths often feel someone behind them but there’s nobody there. Lady Alice Peckett is the resident spirit at the Golden Fleece.

Spooky Castles and properties in the UK

GLAMIS CASTLE

Only the Earls of GLAMIS know the secret of a hidden room in the castle’s thick walls. A tongueless woman, thought to have been a servant, unwittingly discovered the secrets of the castle.

The castle is outstandingly beautiful but you might shriek in terror at the spooks. Lady Jane Douglas who was burnt at the stake as a witch is thought to be the Castle’s resident. The Earl Beardie was condemned to a life of gambling after losing his soul to the devil in a card game.