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White Lady of Billingbear

Billingbear House, Binfield, Berkshire Apparition Pre-20th Century

Billingbear House in Binfield, Berkshire, is said to be haunted by the ghost of a white lady. This country house, which unfortunately no longer exists, having burnt down, was once the site of a number of paranormal occurrences. The white lady was reportedly seen here before the house burnt down, but details of her identity or the nature of her haunting are sadly lacking. However, the house did leave a lasting legacy, with one of its rooms being transported to Pace College in Manhattan, where it is said to contain a ghost, although it is unclear if this is the same white lady seen at Billingbear House.

Historically, Billingbear House was a significant location in Berkshire, and its connection to the paranormal isn't limited to the white lady. A piece of local folklore tells of a hawthorn tree on the grounds that would blossom with red flowers at midnight on Christmas Eve, before quickly reverting to its previous state. This phenomenon, although seemingly unrelated to the white lady, adds to the mystique of Billingbear House and suggests that the location was a site of some sort of supernatural activity. The fact that these events were documented and remembered suggests that they had a significant impact on the local community.

Historical Context

The house burnt down pre-1924

Location

Location Details

Location Type
Country House
Activity Types
Visual
Witness Credibility
Local Folklore
Threat Level
Harmless
Accessibility
No Public Access
Date / Era
Pre-1924 (white lady), hawthorn tree on Christmas Eve (reoccurring)
Postcode Area
RG42

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