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The Drinking Sailor Haunting

Jamaica Inn Inn, Bolventor, Cornwall Apparition Georgian

Perched in the heart of Cornwall, the Jamaica Inn in Bolventor has a reputation for being one of the most haunted places in the country. Locals and visitors alike have reported strange occurrences, including sightings of a ghostly sailor who was allegedly murdered nearby. They say he returns to the inn to finish his last drink, often seen sitting on the wall outside the building. Some claim to have spotted a phantom cloak floating around, while others have reported seeing a phantom man hanging from a nearby tree. It's a place where the past seems to collide with the present, leaving many to wonder about the stories behind the hauntings.

Built in 1755, the Jamaica Inn has a long history of reported paranormal activity. The story goes that a sailor was murdered close by, and his spirit has been roaming the area ever since. In 2015, a witness reported seeing a large, semi-transparent phantom dog, the size of an Irish Wolfhound, running about thirty centimetres above the ground. This sighting, along with others, has contributed to the inn's notorious reputation. While the stories are intriguing, they also raise questions about the inn's history and the events that may have led to these hauntings.

Historical Context

The Jamaica Inn was built in 1755 as a stopping place for travellers and traders.

Location

Location Details

Location Type
Historic Inn
Activity Types
Visual Audio
Witness Credibility
Multiple Witnesses
Threat Level
Harmless
Accessibility
Public Access
Date / Era
Mostly unknown, large dog in April 2015
Postcode Area
PL22

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