Field, Boughton

In the rolling countryside of Boughton, Northamptonshire, lies a field with a mysterious spring that has been shrouded in local legend for centuries. This unassuming patch of land is home to a spring that flows with a strange and ominous power. When it does flow, it unleashes vast quantities of water, leaving many to wonder if it's a harbinger of doom or a warning sign of troubles to come. The spring's unpredictable nature has captivated locals for generations, with many regarding it as an omen of death or a signal of difficult times ahead.

Hawking Tower, Lamport

Perched in the Northamptonshire countryside, Hawking Tower stands as a haunting testament to a gruesome death in 1616. Sir Augustine Nicolls, a name forever linked to this foreboding tower, met his demise in a manner so horrific that it's little wonder his spirit is said to roam these ancient stones. While some attribute the haunting to Judge Jefferies, Nicolls' name remains etched in local lore as the ghostly presence that sends shivers down the spines of brave visitors.

Spencer Arms Public House, Chapel Brampton

The Spencer Arms Public House in Chapel Brampton is home to a rather intriguing haunting. In June 2011, a visitor to the pub felt a strange presence by the fireplace, which staff confirmed was an area reputedly haunted by a man and woman from the seventeenth century named Jack and Emily. It's said that on certain occasions, people have sensed the presence of these two ghostly figures, making for a fascinating experience for those who dare to visit.

Skies over the town, Kettering

Over the skies of Kettering in Northamptonshire, a chilling phenomenon known as the Seven Whistlers has been reported. This eerie event is said to be the manifestation of the souls who aided in the crucifixion, doomed to wander the earth. The whistling sounds were reportedly heard prior to a great disaster. In a striking instance, when the ghosts whistled over Kettering, a huge colliery explosion occurred in Wigan the following day, on September 7, 1871.

Abington Park Museum, Abington

Abington Park Museum is home to a fascinating collection of exhibits, but one particular display has left visitors with a lasting impression of a rather unsettling nature. A woman who walked into the museum strolled over to a horse-drawn carriage on display, curiosity getting the better of her as she leaned in to inspect the interior. What she saw next would make her swiftly change her plans and make a hasty exit, without even bothering to inform her friend of her sudden departure. Inside the carriage, a sitting lady suddenly appeared, stared at the woman, and then vanished into thin air.

Grosvenor Centre, Northampton

The Grosvenor Centre in Northampton has a rather unexpected resident - a floating monk. This eerie apparition has been spotted by cleaning staff after shopping hours, leaving them with a few unsettling moments. It's not hard to see why the centre might be haunted, given its history - it was built on the site of an old monastery, after all. You'd think that would be a pretty good reason for a ghostly presence to stick around.