Roads in the village, Buckton

In the sleepy village of Buckton, Northumberland, a rather unusual ghostly apparition has been spotted on the roads. Grizelda, a female highwayman, has been seen riding a midnight black horse, dressed in male attire. Her ghostly reenactment of a 18th-century highway robbery is said to occur at the end of every month. According to local legend, Grizelda held up a stagecoach that was carrying an execution order for a friend of hers, effectively saving his life by giving him time to escape.

Rookwood House, Longframlington

Rookwood House in Longframlington, Northumberland, is home to a rather curious haunting. Imagine walking into a room and being greeted by the scent of snuffed candles on a warm summer's day, only to be replaced by the sweet fragrance of roses when winter rolls around. That's exactly what one former occupant experienced between 1974 and 1978. But that's not all - lights would mysteriously flicker on and off, and a presence would make itself known by sitting on a bed at night, even fooling one person into thinking it was a real person.

Bridge over River Coquet, Rothbury

Rothbury Bridge spans the picturesque River Coquet in the heart of Northumberland. Locals claim this ancient structure is home to a mysterious dark cat, affectionately known as the Black Cat. While there's no record of when these sightings began, the cat's presence has become an integral part of local folklore. Descriptions of the feline apparition are consistent, with witnesses agreeing on its dark colour and elusive nature.

Vicarage on the moor, Blanchland

Blanchland Vicarage on the moor has a reputation for being a spot of unexplained bother. It's not a particularly well-known haunting but a 1933 newspaper article mentioned that the occupants had been suffering weird inconveniences. The details are fuzzy but it seems that strange things were happening that couldn't be easily explained. The vicarage's rural setting might have contributed to the sense of isolation and unease that can come with living in such a remote spot.

Three wells near village, Longwitton

Deep in the Northumberland countryside, near the village of Longwitton, lies a spot where legend has it a most unusual creature made its home. The Warty Dragon, a fearsome wyrm with a black tongue, long tail, warty skin, and razor-sharp claws, was said to have discovered the refreshing waters of the three wells and decided to stay. This was no ordinary beast, with its fearsome appearance striking fear into the hearts of locals. Its presence was a mystery, but its eventual demise was a matter of record, thanks to the bravery of Sir Guy of Warwick.

General area, Acklington

The rural landscape of Acklington in Northumberland has long been associated with whispers of witchcraft and the supernatural. This sleepy village has a dark history, with locals often being viewed with suspicion and fear by their neighbours. The reputation of the area's residents as practitioners of witchcraft has endured for centuries, leaving behind a legacy of unease and intrigue.