Carterton Manor, Carterton

Carterton Manor in Oxfordshire was once home to a rather unusual and terrifying haunting. It started in 1937 when the doors of a large wardrobe began opening and closing on their own, even breaking string that had been tied around them to keep them shut. The wardrobe had been purchased by Mrs Barclay three years earlier, but it wasn't until the start of 1937 that the strange occurrences began. Shortly after, a phantom man started appearing around the house - an old, bent-over figure wearing a deerstalker hat.

Talbot Hotel, Bampton

The Talbot Hotel in Bampton has a long history of hospitality but its staff and guests have also had to get used to an unusual kind of service from beyond the grave. A former member of staff, Horace, still turns up on occasion to keep an eye on the newer employees. It's not clear what his role was when he was alive, but his presence is still felt today. Horace's haunting manifestation is a relatively harmless one, but it can still be unsettling for those who encounter him.

Kelmscott Manor, Kelmscott

Kelmscott Manor, a stunning Victorian country house in Oxfordshire, is said to be haunted by a mischievous spirit. A worker at the manor felt a sudden urge to look over their shoulder, and as they did, a voice loudly and clearly said 'Boo!' in their ear. The voice seemed to come out of nowhere, and there was no one else around. This unexpected and unexplained event has added to the manor's reputation as a haunted location.

Manor House, Bampton

In the sleepy Oxfordshire village of Bampton stands a manor house with a rather unusual ghost story attached to it. They say that clergy once attempted to exorcise a stubborn shade, only to find it surprisingly strong and resistant to their efforts. The ghost proved so troublesome that the only way to subdue it was to confine it to a large barrel of beer, which was then stored in the cellar of the house for many years. Although the barrel's present whereabouts are unknown, the legend of Mrs Whittaker's ghost lives on.

Roads in the area, Burford

In the sleepy Oxfordshire town of Burford, a spine-tingling legend has been doing the rounds for centuries. They say that the malevolent spirits of Sir Laurence Tanfield and his wife, the Lady Tanfield, roam the local roads in a blazing coach, striking fear into the hearts of anyone who dares to catch a glimpse. According to local lore, simply observing the coach is enough to bring bad luck or even death - not exactly the kind of thing you'd want to stumble upon on a dark and stormy night.

Burford Priory & Old Rectory, Burford

Burford Priory & Old Rectory is a place where the past lingers, and the veil between worlds seems thin. Every morning at 02:00, the sound of an unearthly bell echoes through the grounds, a chilling portent of the paranormal activity that unfolds. A phantom monk, clad in brown, is said to roam these historic halls, accompanied by the ghost of a gamekeeper who patrols the area with his rifle. It's a haunting that has left many a visitor with a lasting impression of the supernatural forces at work here.