Gloucestershire is home to some of the most haunted locations in England, with numerous castles, prisons, and manors steeped in ghostly legend. Among these, Berkeley Castle and Gloucester Prison stand out for their chilling stories of paranormal encounters.
Berkeley Castle, a medieval fortress with a history dating back over 900 years, has long been associated with ghostly apparitions and strange phenomena. Visitors and staff have reported unsettling experiences, including sightings of shadowy figures and unexplained sounds echoing through the ancient stone halls.
Similarly, Gloucester Prison, once notorious for its grim conditions, is reputedly haunted by the spirits of former inmates. Accounts from former guards and visitors describe eerie footsteps, sudden cold spots, and ghostly whispers that linger in the prison’s dark corridors.
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These chilling tales have been chronicled in a new book that shines a light on the supernatural side of Gloucestershire’s historic sites. It captures the stories passed down through generations, revealing a world where history and hauntings intertwine.