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The Grey Nun of Stanmore

Royal National Orthopaedic Hospital, Outer London: Stanmore, London Apparition Pre-Victorian

The Royal National Orthopaedic Hospital in Stanmore is home to a rather eerie presence - a gliding figure known as the Grey Nun. This phantom is thought to be connected to a former nunnery that once stood on the site. Although sightings have been reported on various dates, the Grey Nun is said to appear on November 13th every year. Described as a gliding figure, the Grey Nun seems to be a harmless presence, yet her appearances are enough to send shivers down the spines of hospital staff and visitors alike.

Built on the site of a former nunnery, it's little wonder that the Royal National Orthopaedic Hospital has a ghostly inhabitant. The hospital's history dates back to a time when the nunnery was still standing, and it's possible that the Grey Nun is a residual presence from those days. While the exact nature of her connection to the hospital is unclear, the Grey Nun has been seen gliding through the hospital's corridors, her presence a reminder of the site's rich and complex history. The last reported sighting of the Grey Nun was on November 30th, 2009, but her appearances are said to be recurring.

Historical Context

The site was formerly a nunnery before being converted into a hospital

Location

Location Details

Location Type
Hospital
Activity Types
Visual
Witness Credibility
Multiple Witnesses
Threat Level
Harmless
Accessibility
Public Access
Date / Era
13 November (reoccurring), although could have last been seen 30 November 2009
Postcode Area
HA7

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