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Nun of Sweattenham Arms

Sweattenham Arms Public House, Sweattenham, Cheshire Apparition Pre-Victorian

The Sweattenham Arms Public House in Cheshire is home to a mysterious presence, believed to be that of a nun named Elizabeth. In the summer of 2013, a visitor sitting with their back to an alcove caught a glimpse of something black behind them. Turning around, they expected to see someone standing there, but there was nothing. It was as if the presence had vanished into thin air. The visitor was later told by a member of staff that the pub was once a nunnery, and that it was haunted by the ghost of a nun named Elizabeth.

Digging deeper into the history of the Sweattenham Arms, it's revealed that the pub does indeed occupy a site that was once a nunnery. This historical context lends credence to the claim of a nun's ghostly presence. While there are no further documented details of Elizabeth, her appearances seem to be characterised by a fleeting glimpse of a dark figure. Staff at the pub have shared this story with visitors, adding to the pub's reputation as a haunted location. The incident in 2013 remains a singular documented account, but one that contributes to the intriguing atmosphere of the Sweattenham Arms.

Historical Context

The site was once a nunnery, now a public house.

Location

Location Details

Location Type
Public House
Activity Types
Visual
Witness Credibility
Single Witness
Threat Level
Harmless
Accessibility
Public Access
Date / Era
Summer 2013
Postcode Area
CW5

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