Dolphin Public House, Botley

The Dolphin Public House in Botley, Hampshire, is home to a rather unsettling phenomenon - the sound of echoing footfalls. It's as if someone, or something, is pacing the premises, but there's no one in sight. Strange noises coming from the cellar only add to the eerie atmosphere. Legend has it that the pub is haunted by the ghost of a man who was hanged on the premises after a mock trial went horribly wrong. It's a tale that's been passed down through the years, leaving many to wonder if the restless spirit still roams the pub.

Road across area once known as Kit Nox Hill, Botley

This stretch of road in Botley, Hampshire, has a reputation for being haunted by a phantom figure known locally as one of two Kates. The confusion over the identity of the ghost centres around Kate Hunt, a local witch, and Kate Knox, who tragically drowned herself in a pond near the hill. Locals have reported strange occurrences and sightings along this road, but the details of these events are shrouded in mystery. The area's history and the dual identity of the ghost only add to the intrigue, making it a fascinating case for those interested in the paranormal.

Station, Swanick

Swanick Railway Station, a typically unassuming stop on the rail network, has a haunting reputation thanks to a rather remarkable encounter. On a Sunday night in 1971, a lone traveller waiting for the last train noticed a distressed woman sitting beside him. Between sobs, she repeated 'I cant go back' - a phrase that seemed ominous but was largely dismissed by the man until the train pulled up and he reluctantly boarded. Feeling guilty about leaving her, he phoned the police the next morning to report the incident and ask if someone could check on her wellbeing. What he discovered would chill him to the bone.

Berkeley Homes Imperial Apartments, Southampton

The Berkeley Homes Imperial Apartments on Canute Road in Southampton have been witness to a rather tragic and intriguing haunting. Mary, a maidservant, is said to have died of a broken heart back in 1900 after discovering her boyfriend was being unfaithful. Her spirit has been haunting this area ever since, reportedly causing electrical interference, which was documented by the Ghost Club as one of the first cases of its kind.

Keppels Head Hotel, Portsmouth

The Keppels Head Hotel in Portsmouth is said to be haunted by the ghost of Buster Crabb, a renowned Navy frogman. Crabb vanished while attempting to spy on a Soviet warship which docked at Portsmouth during the Cold War. His final night on earth is believed by some to have been spent at this very hotel. The mysterious circumstances surrounding his disappearance have led to numerous reports of paranormal activity within the hotel's walls. Guests and staff have experienced strange occurrences that cannot be explained, fuelling speculation that Crabb's spirit still roams the building.

Undisclosed main road, Bishops Waltham

Bishops Waltham, a charming town in Hampshire, is home to a rather unusual ghost story. In 1991, two friends were approached by a mysterious woman dressed in black, who was holding a bike that looked like it belonged in a Victorian-era photograph. She asked for directions to Dean, and although she only responded with a simple 'yes' during their conversation, her presence was undeniably striking. When the witnesses briefly looked away, she climbed onto her bike and vanished into thin air, leaving behind a trail of questions and a healthy dose of bewilderment.