The Phantom Maid of Honour
The Hagge in Staveley, Derbyshire, is home to a phantom woman in white, believed to be Sarah Harrington, a former Maid of Honour to Queen Henrietta. This ghostly apparition has been a part of the location's history for centuries, with many reporting sightings of the lady in white. The story goes that Sarah Harrington's spirit haunts these halls, and her presence is often accompanied by strange occurrences.
Historical records show that Sarah Harrington was a prominent figure in the royal court, serving as a Maid of Honour to Queen Henrietta. Interestingly, a mighty oak tree stood in the garden of The Hagge, which was said to scream and bleed when cut. Unfortunately, this tree blew down during a gale in 1883. The connection between the tree and Sarah Harrington's ghost remains a mystery, but it's clear that this location has a rich and intriguing history.
The Hagge has been a significant estate in Derbyshire since the 17th century.
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