Ghost of Mary McDonnagh
The Hercules Inn in Sutton Cheney is home to a restless spirit, that of Mary McDonnagh, a woman who met a gruesome end in the 18th century. Legend has it that Mary had her hands cut off for stealing brandy, a punishment that seems particularly harsh even by the standards of the time. To this day, staff at the inn report sightings of Mary, who is said to appear wearing a white cap, wandering through the restaurant area. It's a sighting that has been repeated over the years, with many claiming to have caught a glimpse of this troubled soul.
The story of Mary McDonnagh is a tragic one, and it's little wonder that her spirit is said to haunt the Hercules Inn. The inn itself has a long history, dating back to the 18th century, and it's possible that Mary's spirit has been trapped here for over two centuries. Staff have reported that objects have been seen to move from place to place, adding to the sense of unease that pervades the inn. While the exact date of the haunting is unknown, reports of Mary's appearances have been made in the 2000s, suggesting that her spirit remains active to this day.
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