Blue Nurse of Netley
Netley's Victoria Military Hospital has a dark history tied to the ghost known as the Blue Nurse. This hospital, now demolished, was once a place of healing but also of tragedy. One story tells of a nurse who fell deeply in love with a patient, only to discover he was involved with another woman. Consumed by jealousy, she murdered him and then took her own life. Since then, her spirit has been seen by some, often referred to as the Blue Nurse due to her distinctive uniform.
Built during the Victorian era, the hospital's history is marked by its role in treating soldiers. Alongside the Blue Nurse, another ghostly figure was said to roam the halls - a grey lady who would appear to patients who sadly passed away just hours later. The presence of these ghosts was documented pre-1966, but they have not been reported since the hospital's demolition. This has led to speculation that the spirits were tied to the location itself, possibly lingering due to the intense emotions and tragic events that occurred there.
The hospital was built to serve military personnel during the Victorian era.
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