Haunted Hotels in The East Midlands
Reputedly Haunted Hotels in Derbyshire, Leicestershire, Lincolnshire, Northamptonshire, and Nottinghamshire
Georgian House, Derby
DERBYSHIRE
Georgian House Hotel. Derby. One of the contenders for the title of most haunted city in Britain, Derby also boasts a famously haunted hotel – The Georgian House. Indeed, visitors may well encounter a rather well-dressed male spirit with a predilection towards slamming doors and moving items. For practical information, guest reviews and to check availability, try Booking.com
The Castle Hotel. Castleton. If reports are to be believed then this 17th century inn is bursting at the seams with ghosts. A ‘jilted bride’ and ‘grey lady’ are but two of the spectral bagatelle a visitor might encounter if they were to be lucky / unlucky enough. Then there’s a fellow in a suit and soldier in full military uniform of 300 years ago. Further information can be found courtesy of Booking.com
The Bull I’th Thorn. Near Buxton. A notable old coaching inn, rumours of odd occurrences in the past abound. Not least of these are a small ghostly girl, a plague victim, a Civil War cavalier and various moving objects. Alas, only camping is available at present.
Georgian House Hotel. Derby. One of the contenders for the title of most haunted city in Britain, Derby also boasts a famously haunted hotel – The Georgian House. Indeed, visitors may well encounter a rather well-dressed male spirit with a predilection towards slamming doors and moving items. For practical information, guest reviews and to check availability, try Booking.com
The Castle Hotel. Castleton. If reports are to be believed then this 17th century inn is bursting at the seams with ghosts. A ‘jilted bride’ and ‘grey lady’ are but two of the spectral bagatelle a visitor might encounter if they were to be lucky / unlucky enough. Then there’s a fellow in a suit and soldier in full military uniform of 300 years ago. Further information can be found courtesy of Booking.com
The Bull I’th Thorn. Near Buxton. A notable old coaching inn, rumours of odd occurrences in the past abound. Not least of these are a small ghostly girl, a plague victim, a Civil War cavalier and various moving objects. Alas, only camping is available at present.
Royal Hotel, Ashby de la Zouch
LEICESTERSHIRE AND RUTLAND
The Royal Hotel. Ashby-de-la-Zouch. An early 19th century building, there have been reports of occasional apparitions and spooky goings-on at The Royal. Practical information can be found at Booking.com
The Three Swans. Market Harborough. Some say that the ghostly presence at this 16th century town coaching inn is a former landlord, John Fothergill. His portrait hangs in the bar. Who knows? For rates and reservations, see Booking.com
The Royal Hotel. Ashby-de-la-Zouch. An early 19th century building, there have been reports of occasional apparitions and spooky goings-on at The Royal. Practical information can be found at Booking.com
The Three Swans. Market Harborough. Some say that the ghostly presence at this 16th century town coaching inn is a former landlord, John Fothergill. His portrait hangs in the bar. Who knows? For rates and reservations, see Booking.com
The George, Stamford
LINCOLNSHIRE
The George Hotel. Stamford. There’s an outside chance that you may happen across an ethereal lady at this ancient hostelry. But in the likely event that you don’t, at least you will be staying in one of the most historic coaching inns in the whole of Britain. See our main page for The George Hotel Stamford.
The Angel and Royal. Grantham. Anyone staying here will be within the walls of one of England’s most historic buildings. It should therefore come as no surprise to learn that somewhere so very ancient should supposedly possess a ghost or two. These include a slender “white lady”; a spook called “Jasper”; and some mysterious lights. See our historic hotels page for The Angel and Royal
The White Hart. Lincoln. Occasional meetings with apparitions have been reported here over the years. Whether true or not, it remains a fine old period residence. See our main entry for The White Hart
The Vine Hotel. Skegness. It has been said that this particular 18th century building is home to the spirit of a Customs and Excise officer who was bricked up in the walls after poking his nose into unlawful business during the 1840’s. Moreover, some reckon that another ghost is that of the poet Tennyson (his connection to the place during his life seemingly continuing after shuffling off the mortal coil). Find out more about The Vine Hotel at Booking.com
The George Hotel. Stamford. There’s an outside chance that you may happen across an ethereal lady at this ancient hostelry. But in the likely event that you don’t, at least you will be staying in one of the most historic coaching inns in the whole of Britain. See our main page for The George Hotel Stamford.
The Angel and Royal. Grantham. Anyone staying here will be within the walls of one of England’s most historic buildings. It should therefore come as no surprise to learn that somewhere so very ancient should supposedly possess a ghost or two. These include a slender “white lady”; a spook called “Jasper”; and some mysterious lights. See our historic hotels page for The Angel and Royal
The White Hart. Lincoln. Occasional meetings with apparitions have been reported here over the years. Whether true or not, it remains a fine old period residence. See our main entry for The White Hart
The Vine Hotel. Skegness. It has been said that this particular 18th century building is home to the spirit of a Customs and Excise officer who was bricked up in the walls after poking his nose into unlawful business during the 1840’s. Moreover, some reckon that another ghost is that of the poet Tennyson (his connection to the place during his life seemingly continuing after shuffling off the mortal coil). Find out more about The Vine Hotel at Booking.com
The Talbot, Oundle
NORTHAMPTONSHIRE
The Talbot Hotel. Oundle. This attractive old building is the site of one of Britain’s most famous hauntings (certainly that of a hotel at least). The Talbot is said to be partly constructed of the remains of Fotheringhay Castle. Indeed, its impressive staircase is that which Mary Queen of Scots is said to have walked down en route to her execution in 1587. Unsurprisingly, it is she who is said to haunt the place. See our specific historic hotels page for The Talbot Hotel
The Falcon. Castle Ashby. Whether or not this pretty little hotel and restaurant is really haunted by a blacksmith (it was once a forge) is open to debate. But objects have been mysteriously moved around. Or so they say. Read reviews at Booking.com
The Hind. Wellingborough. 17th century in origin, The Hind has previously been investigated by experts in the paranormal. See our specific page for The Hind Hotel
The Talbot Hotel. Oundle. This attractive old building is the site of one of Britain’s most famous hauntings (certainly that of a hotel at least). The Talbot is said to be partly constructed of the remains of Fotheringhay Castle. Indeed, its impressive staircase is that which Mary Queen of Scots is said to have walked down en route to her execution in 1587. Unsurprisingly, it is she who is said to haunt the place. See our specific historic hotels page for The Talbot Hotel
The Falcon. Castle Ashby. Whether or not this pretty little hotel and restaurant is really haunted by a blacksmith (it was once a forge) is open to debate. But objects have been mysteriously moved around. Or so they say. Read reviews at Booking.com
The Hind. Wellingborough. 17th century in origin, The Hind has previously been investigated by experts in the paranormal. See our specific page for The Hind Hotel
The Saracen's Head, Southwell
NOTTINGHAMSHIRE
Saracen’s Head. Southwell. It might not be the most renowned haunted inn in the country, but given that Charles I spent his final night of freedom here, could it be that he is one of those responsible for alleged spooky goings-on? See our main entry for The Saracens Head
Bestwood Lodge. Nottingham. It might only be Victorian (and thus a relative youngster in Nights in the Past terms) but Bestwood Lodge makes up for its comparative lack of age with a reputation for paranormal activity over the years. Some say that one of the ghosts here is that of Nell Gwynne (mistress of Charles II), which suggests a connection to the original building to stand on the site. Strange voices and figures have also been reported. Read reviews and check availability at Booking.com
Saracen’s Head. Southwell. It might not be the most renowned haunted inn in the country, but given that Charles I spent his final night of freedom here, could it be that he is one of those responsible for alleged spooky goings-on? See our main entry for The Saracens Head
Bestwood Lodge. Nottingham. It might only be Victorian (and thus a relative youngster in Nights in the Past terms) but Bestwood Lodge makes up for its comparative lack of age with a reputation for paranormal activity over the years. Some say that one of the ghosts here is that of Nell Gwynne (mistress of Charles II), which suggests a connection to the original building to stand on the site. Strange voices and figures have also been reported. Read reviews and check availability at Booking.com