Eccleshall Road, Micklow

Eccleshall Road in Micklow is home to a rather unusual phantom - a greyhound. This ghostly canine is said to haunt the area, and its presence is linked to a tragic event from the nineteenth century. A local lady, overcome with grief or despair, took her own life by drowning herself in a nearby body of water. It's said that her spirit manifested as a greyhound, doomed to roam these roads for eternity.

Ye Olde London House, Eccleshall

Ye Olde London House in Eccleshall has a reputation for being one of the most haunted places in Staffordshire. A former occupier reported strange occurrences during his 18-month stay. He and his wife were awoken one night by the sounds of two armoured men having a sword fight, which lasted for around thirty-five seconds before ceasing. The intensity of the event was heightened when their son and a friend felt the building shake and heard the sound of a cannon being fired, although others in the location heard nothing.

Unidentified sycamore tree in the area, Offley Hay

Offley Hay in Staffordshire is home to a rather unusual legend centred around a sycamore tree. This tree, located somewhere in the area, has a fascinating history attached to it. According to local lore, the sycamore grew from a stake used to pin down the body of a giant. The story doesnt specify whether the giant was a benevolent creature or a fearsome being, but it does raise an intriguing question - if the tree were to be removed, would the giant return? The tree stands as a curious landmark in the Staffordshire countryside, drawing in those with an interest in the paranormal and local legends.

General area, Norton Bridge

Norton Bridge and its surrounding countryside were abuzz with reports of a large cat-like creature during the summer of 2008. The sightings were scattered but frequent enough to cause concern among locals. One particularly disturbing incident involved a pet sheep being found dead, with a local expert attributing the killing to a big cat. The area has a history of rural tranquility but this series of events left residents on edge.

Ancient Briton Public House, Tunstall

The Ancient Briton Public House in Tunstall, Staffordshire, has a rather unusual ghost story attached to it. Back in 2006, a mobile phone video apparently captured the image of a ghostly cowboy, although some have suggested it could be just a light flare. What's interesting is that this wasn't the only reported encounter. A former landlord claimed that his child would chat with the phantom cowboy, who was also known to move the child's socks around.

Seighford Hall Hotel, Seighford

Seighford Hall Hotel, a charming Staffordshire hotel, is home to a rather tragic and lovelorn ghost. The story goes that a governess, who worked at the hall two centuries ago, took her own life after her forbidden love for the master of the property became clear. This heartbreaking event has led to numerous reports of paranormal activity, particularly in room 8, where the governess manifests to children who stay there. Her presence is often accompanied by the rustling of her dress, which can be heard echoing down the hotel's corridors.