Edwin's Hall, Woodham Ferrers

Edwin's Hall in Woodham Ferrers is said to be haunted by the ghost of a young girl who met a tragic end. She is believed to have drowned in the moat that once surrounded the hall, and her spirit is thought to still roam the grounds. People have reported catching glimpses of her, a fleeting figure in the distance, often near the old moat. The story of her death is shrouded in mystery, but her presence is still felt by those who visit the hall.

Hyde Hall, Chelmsford

Hyde Hall in Chelmsford has a reputation for being haunted by two friendly spirits. Richard de Foe, a former owner, is said to haunt the guest room, while a little girl is often seen wandering other parts of the house. The house was once owned by singer Suzi Quatro, who claimed to have experienced paranormal activity during her time there. The ghostly residents are believed to be benevolent, and their presence has been reported by multiple witnesses over the years.

All Saints Church, Chelmsford

All Saints Church in Chelmsford, Essex, is home to a rather unusual legend. They say that if you're brave - or foolhardy - enough to walk around the church thirteen times at midnight, you'll be met with a rather angry phantom nun. It's not clear where this story came from, but it's been circulating locally for a while. The challenge is to complete the circuit without, well, being confronted by the nun. Presumably, it's not a pleasant experience.

Road leading to East Hannington, Rettendon

Rettendon road is said to be haunted by the ghost of a farmer riding his horse and cart. This eerie apparition has been spotted by motorists and locals alike, often at dusk or in the dead of night. The ghostly horse and trap are thought to be a harbinger of doom or a spectral messenger from beyond the grave. Some claim to have seen the ghostly farmer urging his horse on, as if in a great hurry to reach a destination. Others report hearing the sound of horse's hooves and rattling cart wheels, even when no one is around.

Railway Station, Hockley

Hockley Railway Station in Essex is home to a heartbreaking ghost story. On the last day of the year, a former station worker claims to have seen a young girl, dressed in a skirt and cardigan, running towards the top of the bridge, clearly distraught. As he called out to her, she took a fatal leap off the bridge and vanished into thin air before she could hit the ground. This tragic event is said to recur every year on New Year's Eve.

Copse near river close to St George's Hospital, Hornchurch

Deep in the heart of Hornchurch, a eerie presence lurks within a copse near the River Roding, close to St George's Hospital. Locals have whispered about a phantom old man who emerges from the trees, beckoning people towards the river. His intentions are unclear, but his actions are said to be luring, as if trying to entice the living into the water. The atmosphere is tense, and those who have caught a glimpse of him cant help but feel an unsettling sense of unease.