Fields around the village, Anstey

In the fields around Anstey village, a legend has long been whispered about, of a ghostly figure known as Blind George. They say he's still out there, playing his fiddle in the tunnels beneath the village. The story goes that Blind George, accompanied by his loyal dog, ventured into the nearby Devil's Hole cave, but never returned. His dog was found outside, its fur burnt away, adding to the mystery and terror of the event.

St Mary church, Brent Pelham

St Mary church in Brent Pelham is said to be haunted by the ghost of Piers Shonks, a legendary dragon slayer. Locals claim that a tall figure roams the churchyard, often causing mischief. This apparition is believed to be the spirit of Piers Shonks, who was reportedly buried in the church. His tomb was opened in 1835, revealing enormous bones that suggested the person was at least nine foot tall.

Down Hall Hotel, Bishops Stortford

Down Hall Hotel, nestled in the Hertfordshire countryside, is home to a rather intriguing ghost story. The Lavender Lady, a spectral apparition, is said to roam the hotel's corridors, her presence announced by the unmistakable scent of lavender. According to reports, a builder who lost his life during the hotel's construction has also been spotted in one of the bedrooms, where he is seen tying his shoelaces in a rather eerie display.

Exact location unknown, Brent Pelham

Brent Pelham's sleepy village is home to a rather unusual legend. Here, in the quaint St Mary church, lies the tomb of Piers Shonks, a celebrated dragon slayer from days gone by. His story is one of bravery and cunning, with a twist of the supernatural. Piers' battle with a dragon is immortalised on his tomb, a testament to his legendary feat. But it is what happened after his death that has led to whispers of a haunting. One story claims Satan came to avenge the death of his pet, while another suggests the Devil tried to claim Piers' soul on his deathbed.

Bell House, Buntingford

Bell House in Buntingford is said to be haunted by a pair of restless spirits, Hannah and Hugh. This Hertfordshire home has a dark history that dates back to the 1940s when a seance revealed the presence of multiple unhappy spirits. Hannah, one of the entities, is believed to have tragically killed her child within the house and has remained there, consumed by grief. The other spirit, Hugh, is often seen as a ghostly figure dressed in black, spotted on the staircase.

Henrick's Hairdressing salon, Royston

In the heart of Royston's High Street, a most unsettling poltergeist has been witnessed at Henrick's Hairdressing salon. It's said that mirrors have a tendency to fly off the walls, and the radio seems to have a mind of its own, changing stations at will. This eerie activity has led many to speculate about the salon's dark past. A psychic investigation even suggested that the former owner of the building, who tragically took his own life by slitting his throat, might be responsible for the disturbances.