Crab and Lobster Inn Inn, Sidlesham

The Crab and Lobster Inn in Sidlesham is home to a rather intriguing ghost story. A tall, cloaked figure has been spotted both inside and outside the inn, and it's thought that he might be a Cavalier who was taken to the building after being mortally shot. The story goes that this Cavalier was seen by a visiting medium in 1969, who claimed to have seen the dying form of the man on the floor of the bar. It's a pretty chilling tale, and one that's been fascinating locals and visitors alike for years.

Crab & Lobster Public House, Sidlesham

The Crab & Lobster Public House in Sidlesham is home to a rather gruesome ghost story. It's said that Sir Robert Earnley, a local gentleman, was brutally killed by a gang of Cromwell's soldiers. With his dying breath, Earnley managed to drag himself into the pub, where he eventually succumbed to his injuries. Since then, his ghost has been spotted by numerous patrons, typically before dawn, dressed in a tall, proudly uniformed attire. On one occasion, a witness even reported seeing him lying on the floor in a pool of blood, a chilling reminder of his tragic demise.

Area around Elmer Woods, Bognor Regis

Elmer Woods in Bognor Regis is said to be haunted by the ghost of a local farmer named Elmer. The story goes that Elmer was evicted from his home and now wanders the woods, searching for a place to call his own. Some say he's accompanied by a large black dog, which is also believed to be a ghostly apparition. Locals have reported strange sightings and unexplained occurrences in the area, adding to the legend of Elmer's restless spirit.

The Lion Hotel, Bognor Regis

The Lion Hotel in Bognor Regis is home to a rather intriguing ghostly presence. Footsteps echo down the corridors, specifically between rooms 5 and 6, at the ungodly hour of 03:00h. These ghostly footfalls are thought to belong to a lady in blue, who has been spotted on occasion. Her elegant silk dress rustling along the corridor only adds to the mystique of this hotel haunting.

The Old Vicarage, Bognor Regis

The Old Vicarage on Sudley Road in Bognor Regis has a notorious history that refuses to fade away. This building, now demolished and replaced with shops, was once the scene of a dramatic standoff between the local vicar and smugglers. Legend has it that the vicar's attempts to curb the smuggling activities led to a curse being placed on the vicarage. Even though the building no longer stands, the area is still said to be unlucky and reportedly haunted by strange noises, particularly the sound of footsteps.

Unnamed house, Bognor

In the sleepy seaside town of Bognor, a family of eight moved into a house built in 1860, little knowing they were about to experience a seven-year haunting by a mysterious woman in black. She was a striking figure, clad in a dark dress and carrying a white handkerchief, and her presence was felt by all. At first, sightings were relatively frequent, but as time went on, she became more elusive, and it wasnt uncommon for the family to hear her presence rather than see her. It was as if she was a fleeting shadow from another era, one that had lingered long after her passing.