The Businessman's Ghostly Commute
At Manors railway station in Newcastle upon Tyne, a rather peculiar ghostly apparition has been spotted by numerous people. This phantom figure is said to be a businessman, dressed in a smart three-piece suit and bowler hat, carrying an umbrella as if ready to step out into a rainy day. He stands on the platform, exuding an air of concern, as if anxiously waiting for a train that never seems to arrive. The sudden disappearances of this ghostly commuter only add to the mystique of this paranormal phenomenon.
The year 1990 marked the first reported sightings of this ghostly businessman. Since then, several people have claimed to have seen him, describing the same smartly dressed figure with an umbrella. While there's no concrete evidence linking this apparition to a specific historical event or person, the consistency of these sightings suggests that there may be some truth behind this haunting. The fact that this ghost is seen in a location associated with travel and commuting may imply a connection to the station's past, perhaps related to a businessman who met an untimely demise while waiting for a train.
Manors railway station has been in operation since 1844, serving as a key transport link in Newcastle upon Tyne.
Location
Location Details
Nearby Haunted Places
Martha Wilson's Phantom Apparition
Area around Broad Chare, Newcastle upon Tyne
In the misty veil of night, around Broad Chare in Newcastle upon Tyne, a phantom woman has been spotted by numerous people. This ghostly figure has been named Martha Wilson, a woman who tragically took her own life and was buried at a nearby crossroads. One brave soul who encountered Martha reported that she was shrouded in a veil which she lifted as he approached, revealing that she had no face. This chilling encounter has left many to wonder about the circumstances of Martha's death and the reason behind her restless spirit.
Grinning Lady Ghost
Slug and Lettuce Public House, Newcastle upon Tyne
Slug and Lettuce Public House in Newcastle upon Tyne has been at the centre of a ghostly mystery since 2014. It was then that two women took a self-portrait in the pub, only to discover a grinning female figure in the shot. The image caused a stir, appearing in several national outlets and earning the unknown figure the nickname 'Grinning Lady'. While some might dismiss the apparition as a trick of the light, the image has sparked numerous reports of a phantom figure being spotted in the pub since.
Newcastle Cathedral Ghost Knight
St Nicholas Church, Newcastle upon Tyne
St Nicholas Church, now known as Newcastle Cathedral, has a long history of paranormal activity. Before its conversion into a cathedral in 1882, reports surfaced of a tall, shadowy figure clad in armour, roaming the premises day and night. This ghostly knight would seemingly vanish into thin air around corners and pillars, leaving behind only the faint sound of clanking metal.
Newcastle Phantom Hound
General area, Newcastle upon Tyne
In the misty streets of Newcastle upon Tyne, a legendary phantom dog is said to roam, following midwives as they make their way through the city. This ghostly hound, believed to have originated in the nineteenth century, was thought to be an omen for expectant mothers. If the dog's 'laugh' echoed through the streets as the midwife reached her destination, all would be well, but a mournful howl signalled complications ahead. Described as resembling a Mastiff, this eerie canine apparition has captured the imagination of locals for generations.
Newcastle Keep Black Shadow
Newcastle Keep, Newcastle upon Tyne
Newcastle Keep has a reputation for being one of the most haunted places in Newcastle upon Tyne. It's here that a bizarre and unexplained phenomenon was captured on camera during a ghost hunt in May 2006. A four foot tall black mass appeared to be emerging from a wall, leaving investigators and visitors alike scratching their heads. The image is a striking example of a haunting manifestation, with the dark shape seemingly materialising out of thin air.
Tyne Theatre Actor Ghost
Tyne Theatre, Newcastle upon Tyne
The Tyne Theatre in Newcastle upon Tyne is home to a mischievous ghost thought to be that of an actor named Bob Crowther. He met his untimely demise on stage when a prop travelling at high velocity landed on him. Since then, theatre-goers and staff have reported feeling a presence pushing past them, as if Bob is still trying to get to his favourite seat. It's said that on occasion, he's even seen sitting in it, a ghostly figure frozen in time.