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Rutland Water Ghost: Barnsdale Hall Fisherman Haunting

Barnsdale Hall Hotel, Oakham, Rutland Apparition 20th Century

The Barnsdale Hall Hotel, located on the shores of Rutland Water, is said to be haunted by a ghostly fisherman. According to reports, this spirit knocks on doors, asking for help - perhaps a desperate cry from beyond the grave. Could this be the angler who met his fate in Rutland Water long ago? The hotel's stunning lakeside location only adds to its eerie charm.

Rutland Water was created in the 1960s, but the surrounding area has a rich history dating back to the medieval period. Barnsdale Hall itself is a grand estate with a storied past, and it's not hard to imagine that the hotel might be home to a few restless spirits. While we can't pinpoint the exact identity of the ghostly fisherman, his presence adds to the hotel's mystique and makes for a spine-tingling stay.

Historical Context

The hotel's location on Rutland Water was created in the 1960s, but the surrounding area has a rich history dating back to the medieval period.

Location

Location Details

Location Type
Hotel
Activity Types
Visual Audio
Witness Credibility
Single Witness
Threat Level
Harmless
Accessibility
Public Access
Postcode Area
LE15

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