Church, Stoke

Stoke Church stands sentinel in the Devon countryside, its ancient stones bearing witness to centuries of history and, some say, a few ghostly visitations. One of the most enduring tales from this quiet corner of Devon concerns a phantom monk said to haunt the churchyard. The last reported sighting was by a vicar back in 1973, who claimed to have seen the ghostly figure wandering the grounds. Interestingly, this solitary monk is not the only spectral presence said to roam these parts; several monks walking in a line are reportedly seen making their way from the church towards Hartland Abbey, although no one has come forward to corroborate this particular event.

Hospital, Exeter

Exeter Hospital is home to a hauntingly familiar spirit - a ghostly nurse who appears to patients nearing the end of their lives. This kindly nurse has been spotted rearranging flowers by the bedside into the shape of a cross, a comforting gesture that has been observed by many. Her presence is a reassuring one, and patients and staff alike have reported feeling a sense of calm and peace when she is near.

Unnamed building near the Cathedral, Exeter

Exeter Cathedral stands tall in the heart of Devon, its ancient stones bearing witness to centuries of history. But on one fateful night in the late 1940s, two men discovered that they were not alone. Their plan to steal lead from a roof was abruptly foiled when they realised a gaunt, ghostly figure stood by their sides, pointing accusingly at them. The men's screams echoed through the night, alarming the neighbourhood, but they escaped, never to be seen again.

Fore Street, Exeter

Fore Street in Exeter has a long history dating back to the medieval period, and it's here that a remarkable ghostly encounter took place. A retired silversmith named Mr Jones was spotted by Mrs Burrow as she walked along the street. She quickened her pace to catch up with him, but as she reached the spot where he'd been, he vanished into thin air. The following day, Mrs Burrow received news that Mr Jones had passed away at the exact moment she'd seen his ghost.

Barnfield House, Exeter

Barnfield House in Exeter is said to be haunted by the ghost of Queen Henrietta Maria, who stayed at the house in the 17th century to give birth to her son, James Stuart, Duke of York. It's believed she escaped to France after the birth, but her spirit seems to have lingered. Locals and visitors have reported strange occurrences and sightings, suggesting the queen's presence still resonates within these walls.

Alleyway that runs from the top of South Street to the Cathedral Green, Exeter

This alleyway that runs from the top of South Street to the Cathedral Green in Exeter has been the site of a bizarre and unsettling encounter. On 18 April 2010 at 01:00h, a man walking down the alleyway became aware of a dark shadow looming over him and felt a presence over his right shoulder. As he turned to investigate, he saw a black mass which seemed to dissipate upwards into the night. The sudden appearance of this shadowy figure left the witness with a lasting impression of unease.