Hamilton Stud Lane, Newmarket

Newmarket's rolling heathlands and historic lanes have borne witness to a most unusual and intriguing haunting. For over a century, locals and visitors alike have reported sightings of a phantom horse and rider, believed to be the ghost of Fred Archer, a celebrated jockey from the late 19th century. This spectral apparition has been spotted galloping along Hamilton Stud Lane and the adjacent heath, leaving many to wonder if the famed jockey still rides the courses he once dominated.

1.5 miles beyond Kentford, Kentford

On a stretch of road about 1.5 miles beyond Kentford, a sense of unease settles over travellers, particularly cyclists. This spot, a crossroads on the main road to Bury St Edmunds, is marked by the grave of a gypsy boy. He was wrongly accused of sheep stealing and, rather than face imprisonment, took his own life. The boy's tragic story has led to a peculiar tradition - people leave flowers and other tokens of respect here, some seeking good fortune, others hoping to avoid accidents in the area. It's said that several cyclists have inexplicably lost control of their bikes along this stretch of road.

Denham Church, Denham St Mary

Denham Church in Suffolk is home to a fascinating array of paranormal activity. A phantom monk is said to haunt the old path surrounding the church, while a ghostly woman has been spotted stepping out of the church gate. These shades are just a few of the reported entities that make Denham Church a hotspot for ghost hunters and paranormal enthusiasts. The exact date of these sightings is unclear, but they are believed to have occurred in the late twentieth century.

Stone in pavement near village school, Barrow

In the quiet village of Barrow, Suffolk, there's a peculiar spot where a stone set into the pavement is said to mark the execution site of a highwayman. Every year on New Year's Eve, at the stroke of midnight, the stone is reported to turn itself over. This strange phenomenon has become a local legend, drawing curiosity seekers to the village on the eve of the new year. The stone lies near the village school, a reminder of the village's darker past.

The Weeping Willow, Barrow

The Weeping Willow Hotel in Barrow, Suffolk, is said to be haunted by a young girl's ghostly apparition. Ex-worker Chloe witnessed the phenomenon during lockdown in 2020, when she and her family would check on the building once a week. On one occasion, Chloe was alone in the pub and heard fumbling footsteps in the cubicle next door. Her husband, who was downstairs at the time, reported hearing a pan fall to the floor.

RAF Mildenhall, Mildenhall

RAF Mildenhall in Suffolk is home to a rather unusual ghost story. They say Old Roger, a mysterious figure, roams the area, often seen playing a worn-out flute. Legend has it that his music has the power to summon storms. During World War II, one man claimed to have spotted Roger at the RAF base. Interestingly, a storm followed the sighting, which resulted in a German bombing raid on Mildenhall being cancelled. It's said that Old Roger's haunting is more commonly associated with the Norfolk Breckland, but his presence has been felt at RAF Mildenhall.