Haunted Hotels in The West Midlands
Reputedly haunted hotels and inns in Herefordshire, Shropshire, Staffordshire, Warwickshire, and Worcestershire
The Red Lion, Weobley
HEREFORDSHIRE
Pengethley Manor. Ross on Wye. This early Georgian country house is reputed to be haunted by the spirit of a girl called Harriet who, it is said, died in a fire in 1916. The ghost of an old lady is also sometimes seen in the house, often wearing a long black dress. Indeed, rather than being found in just one location there are reports of her being in the library, outside, and in the reception area of the hotel. See Tripadvisor
Holme Lacy House. Nr Hereford. Grade-I listed and dating back to 1674, Holme Lacy is said to be haunted by a certain “Grey Lady” and the site of occasional ghostly goings-on. For practical information see Tripadvisor
The Red Lion. Weobley. The supposed resident ghost at this fifteenth century inn has even been given the name “George”. This, one can only assume, means he’s a benign enough spirit. Alas, The Red Lion is not presently offering accommodation.
Pengethley Manor. Ross on Wye. This early Georgian country house is reputed to be haunted by the spirit of a girl called Harriet who, it is said, died in a fire in 1916. The ghost of an old lady is also sometimes seen in the house, often wearing a long black dress. Indeed, rather than being found in just one location there are reports of her being in the library, outside, and in the reception area of the hotel. See Tripadvisor
Holme Lacy House. Nr Hereford. Grade-I listed and dating back to 1674, Holme Lacy is said to be haunted by a certain “Grey Lady” and the site of occasional ghostly goings-on. For practical information see Tripadvisor
The Red Lion. Weobley. The supposed resident ghost at this fifteenth century inn has even been given the name “George”. This, one can only assume, means he’s a benign enough spirit. Alas, The Red Lion is not presently offering accommodation.
The Prince Rupert Hotel
SHROPSHIRE
Prince Rupert Hotel. Shrewsbury. It’s name gives away the identity of a former owner, but it isn’t certain whether the 17th century Cavalier is one of the numerous ghosts that supposedly call this ancient hotel home. Floating objects and apparitions galore if you’re (un)lucky enough to be there at the right time (and believe in such things, of course). See out main Historic Hotels entry for the Prince Rupert Hotel
Rowton Castle. Shrewsbury. A grand, Grade-II listed building just a short drive from Shrewsbury, Rowton Castle is said to be the eternal home of a “blue lady” and the ubiquitous “white lady”. Practical information is to be found at TripAdvisor
The Bear at Hodnet. Hodnet. This 16th century inn possesses secret passages and, allegedly, an agreeable ghostly character called Jasper. Are the two at all connected? Who knows. Read reviews at Tripadvisor
The Lion Hotel. Shrewsbury. It is said that the Adam Room (ballroom) is where one might meet a ‘grey lady’ while the bar has been the location of sightings of a long-gone soldier. And if you don’t meet up with otherworldly guests, you will still be staying in a hotel of great heritage. Learn more about its history through our special page devoted to The Lion Hotel
The Old Rectory. Wem. Classical Georgian in appearance, the Old Rectory is thought by some to be the abode of a fair few spooks, including those of children. Practical information on the Old Rectory is available through TripAdvisor
The Feathers Hotel. Ludlow. Without doubt, the Feathers is a contender for the title of ‘most beautiful hotel exterior’ in the world – eulogized over by both Nikolaus Pevsner and the New York Times alike. What’s more, many people who adjudicate on such things believe it to also be one of the most haunted: Victorian, Jacobean and comparatively contemporary spirits all having been seen at one time or another. See our main Historic Hotels page for Feathers Hotel
Mytton and Mermaid Hotel. Atcham. Some think that the eccentric Mad Jack Mytton is still here a century or so after his funeral party stopped here en route to his burial. Read guest reviews courtesy of TripAdvisor
Prince Rupert Hotel. Shrewsbury. It’s name gives away the identity of a former owner, but it isn’t certain whether the 17th century Cavalier is one of the numerous ghosts that supposedly call this ancient hotel home. Floating objects and apparitions galore if you’re (un)lucky enough to be there at the right time (and believe in such things, of course). See out main Historic Hotels entry for the Prince Rupert Hotel
Rowton Castle. Shrewsbury. A grand, Grade-II listed building just a short drive from Shrewsbury, Rowton Castle is said to be the eternal home of a “blue lady” and the ubiquitous “white lady”. Practical information is to be found at TripAdvisor
The Bear at Hodnet. Hodnet. This 16th century inn possesses secret passages and, allegedly, an agreeable ghostly character called Jasper. Are the two at all connected? Who knows. Read reviews at Tripadvisor
The Lion Hotel. Shrewsbury. It is said that the Adam Room (ballroom) is where one might meet a ‘grey lady’ while the bar has been the location of sightings of a long-gone soldier. And if you don’t meet up with otherworldly guests, you will still be staying in a hotel of great heritage. Learn more about its history through our special page devoted to The Lion Hotel
The Old Rectory. Wem. Classical Georgian in appearance, the Old Rectory is thought by some to be the abode of a fair few spooks, including those of children. Practical information on the Old Rectory is available through TripAdvisor
The Feathers Hotel. Ludlow. Without doubt, the Feathers is a contender for the title of ‘most beautiful hotel exterior’ in the world – eulogized over by both Nikolaus Pevsner and the New York Times alike. What’s more, many people who adjudicate on such things believe it to also be one of the most haunted: Victorian, Jacobean and comparatively contemporary spirits all having been seen at one time or another. See our main Historic Hotels page for Feathers Hotel
Mytton and Mermaid Hotel. Atcham. Some think that the eccentric Mad Jack Mytton is still here a century or so after his funeral party stopped here en route to his burial. Read guest reviews courtesy of TripAdvisor
The Swan, Stafford
STAFFORDSHIRE
The Swan. Stafford. Do witches haunt this highly-regarded old inn? After all, the building is thought by some to stand on the site of a ‘drowning pool’ where some would have met an unpleasant end. Some have also reported seeing a ‘White Lady’ in the past, most often walking the corridors of the building. And then there are the other “things that go bump in the night”. Or so they say.
Learn more about its history at our specific page for The Swan of Stafford
The Swan. Stafford. Do witches haunt this highly-regarded old inn? After all, the building is thought by some to stand on the site of a ‘drowning pool’ where some would have met an unpleasant end. Some have also reported seeing a ‘White Lady’ in the past, most often walking the corridors of the building. And then there are the other “things that go bump in the night”. Or so they say.
Learn more about its history at our specific page for The Swan of Stafford
Ettington Park Hotel
WARWICKSHIRE
Ettington Park Hotel. Stratford. Those with an interest in movies might well recognise this neo-gothic building as the setting for the 1963 film ‘The Haunting’. This, it should be said, is rather apt given Ettington Park’s reputation as one of the most spooky places to stay in the UK. Apparitions include those of ‘Lady Emma’ (a name given to her by those who worked at the hotel), and two children in the grounds. See TripAdvisor
Alveston Manor. Stratford. Most noted for its connections to William Shakespeare’s play A Midsummer Night’s Dream there’s also a lesser claim-to-fame in the noisy monk that inhabits the cellars. We have a specific page devoted the the history of Alveston Manor
Brownsover Hall Hotel. Rugby. Every inch the classic ‘Victorian Gothic’ mansion, some say that the hotel is haunted by “One Handed Boughton” (of the Boughton-Leigh family) and that he drives his coach and horses in the nearby lanes. (Awaiting re-opening)
Coombe Abbey. Coventry. Another challenger for the title of Britain’s most haunted hotel, the truly ancient Coombe Abbey has a history dating back as far as the 12tn century, with the existing 16th century cloisters revealing its ecclesiastical origins. Indeed, its most celebrated otherworldly resident is – as one might expect – a monk: Abbot Geoffrey, a man murdered here in 1345. Numerous people have reported seeing his figure walking throughout the building, and others have witnessed items being thrown and moved for no explanation. Furthermore, there’s also a long-gone lass by the name of Matilda who resides here. Or so some say. See our page devoted to Coombe Abbey
The White Swan. Henley in Arden. A couple of female apparitions have been encountered at this 16th century inn over the years. The first is a lady thought to have been hanged for murder in the hotel’s courtyard, while the second is reputed to be that of a young woman called Virginia Black who was died after falling down the stairs during an argument with a man in 1845. See our specific page for The White Swan
Ettington Park Hotel. Stratford. Those with an interest in movies might well recognise this neo-gothic building as the setting for the 1963 film ‘The Haunting’. This, it should be said, is rather apt given Ettington Park’s reputation as one of the most spooky places to stay in the UK. Apparitions include those of ‘Lady Emma’ (a name given to her by those who worked at the hotel), and two children in the grounds. See TripAdvisor
Alveston Manor. Stratford. Most noted for its connections to William Shakespeare’s play A Midsummer Night’s Dream there’s also a lesser claim-to-fame in the noisy monk that inhabits the cellars. We have a specific page devoted the the history of Alveston Manor
Brownsover Hall Hotel. Rugby. Every inch the classic ‘Victorian Gothic’ mansion, some say that the hotel is haunted by “One Handed Boughton” (of the Boughton-Leigh family) and that he drives his coach and horses in the nearby lanes. (Awaiting re-opening)
Coombe Abbey. Coventry. Another challenger for the title of Britain’s most haunted hotel, the truly ancient Coombe Abbey has a history dating back as far as the 12tn century, with the existing 16th century cloisters revealing its ecclesiastical origins. Indeed, its most celebrated otherworldly resident is – as one might expect – a monk: Abbot Geoffrey, a man murdered here in 1345. Numerous people have reported seeing his figure walking throughout the building, and others have witnessed items being thrown and moved for no explanation. Furthermore, there’s also a long-gone lass by the name of Matilda who resides here. Or so some say. See our page devoted to Coombe Abbey
The White Swan. Henley in Arden. A couple of female apparitions have been encountered at this 16th century inn over the years. The first is a lady thought to have been hanged for murder in the hotel’s courtyard, while the second is reputed to be that of a young woman called Virginia Black who was died after falling down the stairs during an argument with a man in 1845. See our specific page for The White Swan
Salford Hall Hotel
WORCESTERSHIRE
Salford Hall. Abbots Salford. This fifteenth century hotel has plenty of historic stories to tell and a few ghost stories, too. Reputed to be haunted by a nun, the building was indeed formerly used as a hideaway for Catholic nuns and priests. In fact, other curious ‘paranormal’ occurrences have been reported at Salford Hall. These include mysterious figures vanishing into thin air, and laughing children. As such, it isn’t surprising that “ghost hunters” often arrive in the hope of catching a glimpse of otherworldly beings. See reviews from former guests at TripAdvisor.
The Lygon Arms. Broadway. Some say the spirit of a woman has been encountered here on occasions in the past. See our specific page for the some historical information about The Lygon Arms
The Old Rectory. Redditch. One of the bedrooms at this early 19th century country hotel is reputed to be haunted. Check availability and read reviews at Tripadvisor
Salford Hall. Abbots Salford. This fifteenth century hotel has plenty of historic stories to tell and a few ghost stories, too. Reputed to be haunted by a nun, the building was indeed formerly used as a hideaway for Catholic nuns and priests. In fact, other curious ‘paranormal’ occurrences have been reported at Salford Hall. These include mysterious figures vanishing into thin air, and laughing children. As such, it isn’t surprising that “ghost hunters” often arrive in the hope of catching a glimpse of otherworldly beings. See reviews from former guests at TripAdvisor.
The Lygon Arms. Broadway. Some say the spirit of a woman has been encountered here on occasions in the past. See our specific page for the some historical information about The Lygon Arms
The Old Rectory. Redditch. One of the bedrooms at this early 19th century country hotel is reputed to be haunted. Check availability and read reviews at Tripadvisor