Screams of Edward II
Berkeley Castle stands tall in Gloucestershire, its stone walls bearing witness to centuries of history. On September 21st every year, a chilling scream echoes through the castle's corridors, said to be the spirit of King Edward II, murdered on the orders of his wife Queen Isabella. The king's fate is a dark one, and his restless presence is still felt within these ancient walls. Locals and visitors alike have reported hearing the blood-curdling scream, a haunting reminder of the brutal events that took place here.
The story of Edward II's demise is well-documented. He was deposed and eventually murdered in 1327, allegedly on the orders of his wife and her lover, Roger Mortimer. A gruesome end to a reign marked by controversy and power struggles. Over the years, strange occurrences have been reported at Berkeley Castle, including sightings of ghostly apparitions and unexplained noises. The scream of Edward II on September 21st has become a notorious aspect of the castle's paranormal activity, with many claiming to have heard it. Interestingly, a local legend tells of a giant toad said to have been discovered in the dungeon, its skin displayed near the entrance - though it's likely the skin belonged to a seal.
Medieval period, 14th century
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