Monks of St Botolph's
St Botolph's Church in Skidbrooke, Lincolnshire, is home to a rather intriguing haunting. The church is said to be haunted by phantom monks, a presence that has captured the imagination of many. In the summer of 2003, this eerie phenomenon was reportedly experienced by numerous individuals. Although the Bassetlaw Ghost Research Group did not encounter anyone who had previously lived a monastic lifestyle when they visited in 2004, they did manage to capture some compelling evidence. Their night vision cameras picked up flying 'rods', which were likely insects but still a fascinating find.
Digging deeper into the history of St Botolph's Church, it's clear that the presence of monks in the area dates back centuries. While specific details about the monastic lifestyle in Skidbrooke are scarce, it's well known that monasteries played a significant role in medieval England. The Bassetlaw Ghost Research Group's visit in 2004 was a notable attempt to document the haunting, and their use of night vision cameras provided some interesting data. Though the 'rods' they captured are often attributed to insects, the group's efforts have contributed to the growing body of evidence surrounding this haunting.
The church has a long history dating back to the medieval period.
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