Sheffield Squire's Ghost
Best Western Plus Sheffield Mosborough Hall Hotel in Mosborough, South Yorkshire, is said to be haunted by the ghost of a young woman who was tragically murdered by her lover, a squire, in the 19th century. According to local legend, the squire had got the woman pregnant, but when he spurned her, she threatened to reveal their affair to his wife. In a fit of rage, the squire chased her into the hotel and stabbed her to death in an upstairs room. The room was said to have shown signs of bloodstains on the floorboards, which were later removed. Guests and staff have reported strange occurrences around September 8th, the presumed date of her murder, including sightings of the ghostly woman, hearing arguments and footsteps, and even being called by name.
The hotel's history dates back to the 19th century, and it's believed that the tragic event occurred during this time. The story of the squire and his lover has been passed down through the years, with various adaptations and embellishments. Some versions claim that the woman was a servant, while others say she was a governess. The squire's motives for rejecting her also vary, with some saying it was due to his limited financial resources. Despite the differences in the story, one thing remains certain - the hotel is said to be haunted by the ghost of the young woman who was brutally murdered.
The hotel's history dates back to the 19th century, when the alleged murder took place.
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