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The Scotsman Hotel Apparition

The Scotsman Hotel, Edinburgh, Lothian Apparition Victorian

The Scotsman Hotel in Edinburgh's Old Town is said to be haunted by a number of phantoms. This former printing works and offices of The Scotsman newspaper is home to a printer and forger apparition, possibly connected to its past usage.

Built on the site of an old medieval church, The Scotsman Hotel has a rich history dating back centuries. As a hub of journalistic activity during the Victorian era, it's no surprise that remnants of this time still linger in the form of paranormal activity.

Historical Context

Built in the 1920s, The Scotsman Hotel was once a thriving hub of journalistic activity as the offices and printing works of The Scotsman newspaper.

Location

Location Details

Location Type
Hotel
Activity Types
Visual
Witness Credibility
Multiple Witnesses
Threat Level
Harmless
Accessibility
Public Access
Date / Era
Unknown time period
Postcode Area
EH1

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