Skip to main content

Victorian Ghostly Apparition

Market Bar, Bristol, Somerset Apparition Victorian

The Market Bar on St Nicholas Street in Bristol seems like an ordinary spot for a pint or a meal, but locals and visitors alike have reported some strange sightings. A Victorian woman has been spotted in the area, dressed in clothing from her era. She's not alone, though - an unknown man in twentieth-century attire has also been seen. It's unclear what they're doing or how they're connected, but their presence is definitely making people take notice.

Digging into the history of the Market Bar and its surroundings might provide some clues about these ghostly apparitions. Bristol has a rich history dating back to the medieval period, and St Nicholas Street has seen its fair share of development over the centuries. The Victorian woman's presence could be linked to the street's past, perhaps she's a former resident or a patron of a long-defunct business. The twentieth-century man is harder to place, but it's possible he's connected to more recent events or changes in the area.

Historical Context

Bristol's history dates back to the medieval period

Location

Location Details

Location Type
Public House
Activity Types
Visual
Witness Credibility
Multiple Witnesses
Threat Level
Harmless
Accessibility
Public Access
Date / Era
Unknown
Postcode Area
BS1

Nearby Haunted Places

Apparition 0.6 mi

Grey Robed Church Ghost

Church, Yatton

Yatton Church in Somerset is home to a fascinating and somewhat eerie ghostly apparition. In 1952, two separate witnesses reported seeing a female figure clad in a grey robe walking away from the altar. Her head was bowed and her hands were clasped together in a contemplative manner. The fact that two people witnessed this apparition independently of each other lends credibility to the sightings and suggests that this could be more than just a trick of the light.

Church Medieval
Read Full Story
Apparition 1.3 mi

Ghostly Cadbury Fort Apparition

Cadbury Fort, Cadbury

Cadbury Fort stands amidst rolling hills and fields, its ancient earthworks whispering secrets of the past. It's here that a rather peculiar sighting was reported in the 1910s. A witness claimed to have seen an old house materialise out of thin air, complete with two people inside - a young boy dressed in outdated but well-to-do clothing and an older man in a scruffier outfit. The scene was so vivid that it's hard to imagine it was just a trick of the light, yet it vanished without a trace, leaving behind only questions.

Ancient Fort Pre-Victorian
Read Full Story
Apparition 1.7 mi

Ghost of Congresbury Road

A370 road running through the town, Congresbury

Congresbury's A370 road can be a lonely stretch, especially at night, and it's here that locals claim to have spotted the ghost of a man named George. He's said to haunt this particular spot, causing quite a fright for unsuspecting drivers as he steps out in front of them. It's a puzzling phenomenon that has been observed over the years, with George seemingly materialising out of thin air to give drivers a scare.

Road Late 20th century
Read Full Story
Apparition 2.1 mi

The Pregnant Nun of Arno's Manor

Arno's Manor Hotel, Bristol

Arno's Manor Hotel in Bristol is said to be haunted by the ghost of a pregnant nun who met a tragic end. The story goes that she took her own life and was subsequently bricked up in an alcove by her sisters. Years later, during World War II, workmen stumbled upon her skeleton and, rather than delay their work, they hid the bones elsewhere. Since then, guests and staff have reported strange occurrences, including sightings of a figure in brown and disembodied voices.

Hotel Victorian
Read Full Story
Apparition 2.5 mi

The Cleaning Church Phantom

Brockley Church, Brockley

Brockley Church in Somerset is home to a most industrious ghost, known affectionately as the Brown Lady. This phantom is said to spend her time tidying up the church pews, giving the impression of a diligent and hardworking spirit. While there's little information on when these sightings occur, the image of a ghostly figure ensuring the church is spotless is quite a charming one. It's almost as if she's trying to keep the church in the same pristine condition it was in during her lifetime. The Brown Lady's activities are harmless and seem to be centred around her apparent love of cleanliness and order.

Church Unknown
Read Full Story
Apparition 2.6 mi

Brockley Court Ghostly Apparitions

Brockley Court, Brockley

Brockley Court in Somerset is home to a rather unsettling pair of ghostly residents. The first, John Pigott, is said to have been seen wandering the halls by members of the family, sporting a frilly collar and carrying a rapier. On several occasions, he's even been known to get a bit rowdy, picking up or dragging people out of bed. Not a pleasant fellow to encounter in the dead of night, you can imagine. Then there's the second entity, an old woman whose appearance is said to be so horrific that anyone who sees her is driven mad. Quite the pair, really.

Private Residence Early 20th century
Read Full Story

Stay Nearby

Haunted hotels and accommodation near Market Bar