St Matthew's Vicarage, Nottingham

St Matthew's Vicarage on Talbot Street in Nottingham was once home to some very unusual occurrences. Canon Thomas Boys Barraclough Ferris lived there between 1883 and 1907, and it was during this time that he started to hear strange noises - footsteps and other unexplainable sounds. It wasn't long before he caught a glimpse of a ghostly figure wearing a grey gown, which would later be referred to as the Black Lady. The apparition was seen by other members of the household too, but it seems that the entity's visits came to an end when Ferris moved on.

Hyson Green, Nottingham

In the Hyson Green area of Nottingham, a rather unusual and intriguing poltergeist activity was reported back in the 1950s and 60s. The phenomenon centred around a bed in a household, where one occupant would be kept awake night after night by the violent shaking of their bed's headboard. It was as if an unseen force was determined to disrupt their sleep. Interestingly, the activity would cease for the evening when the occupant would say they needed to sleep, suggesting some sort of strange, unspoken understanding between the presence and the person being disturbed.

Sherwood Rise Tunnel near former New Basford station, Nottingham

Deep in Nottingham's Sherwood Rise area, a haunted tunnel once formed part of the railway line to New Basford station. Now bricked up and out of use, this tunnel is said to be haunted by the ghost of a phantom man swinging a lamp. The apparition was first seen back in 1953, and according to reports, the man would emerge from the tunnel, walk a short distance along the track, and then vanish into thin air. His presence is thought to be connected to a tragic event from the 1890s, when an engine driver lost his life in a railway accident.

Small copse in Bestwood estate known as Bendigo's Ring, Nottingham

Deep in the heart of Bestwood estate lies a small copse known as Bendigo's Ring, a spot shrouded in local legend. They say William Bendigo Thompson, a man prone to drunkenness, would often stumble into this woodland, much to the dismay of local children who'd taunt him mercilessly. It's little wonder then that his phantom is said to haunt this very spot, a mischievous spirit seeking petty revenge on any youngsters who dare to cross his path.

Flying Horse Hotel, Nottingham

The Flying Horse Walk in Nottingham, once home to the historic Flying Horse Hotel, is said to be haunted by a mysterious figure known as the Lady in Grey. Guests who stayed at the hotel in the twentieth century reported strange occurrences, including a male guest who refused to re-enter his room after encountering a grey lady passing down a corridor. The hotel's beer cellar was also said to be haunted, with lone staff reporting feeling a tapping on their shoulder. These sightings and experiences have contributed to the Lady in Grey's reputation as a ghostly presence in the area.

Salutation Inn Inn, Nottingham

The Salutation Inn in Nottingham has a reputation for being one of the most haunted pubs in the city. Located in the heart of Nottingham, this historic inn has seen its fair share of ghostly encounters. A man who was once the landlord of the inn took his own life due to the high pressure of running the pub, and his spirit is said to still linger in the building. Some people also believe that a highwayman haunts the inn, adding to its rich history of paranormal activity.