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Adele's Haunted Lock House

Lock House, Partridge Green, Sussex Unknown Victorian

Lock House in Partridge Green has got a reputation for being one of the most haunted houses in Sussex. It's a former convent with a history that stretches back centuries. Singer Adele moved in, but she didn't stay long. She reportedly heard strange things at night and even compared one area of the property to the film The Shining. It got to the point where she hired a bodyguard, but still ended up moving away just six months after arriving.

Interestingly, the impact of Adele's experience was still being felt years later. In 2025, the owner of the house blamed Adele for the property's failure to sell, claiming she had 'blighted the property by saying it is haunted'. This shows just how powerful the singer's words can be. The strange happenings at Lock House have been documented, with Adele's comments on a television programme providing valuable insight into the haunting.

Historical Context

Former convent, possibly dating back to the Victorian era

Location

Location Details

Location Type
Private Residence
Activity Types
Visual Audio
Witness Credibility
Celebrity Witness
Threat Level
Harmless
Accessibility
No Public Access
Date / Era
2013-2014
Postcode Area
BN7

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