HAUNTED CLITHEROE CASTLE & MUSEUM, Lancashire
- The white lady, phantom footsteps and a mysterious male figure -
HALLOWEEN 2010
with PHIL WHYMAN - Most Haunted
HISTORY
Believed to have been built by Robert de Lacy, Clitheroe Castle was finished sometime in the 1180’s and its Norman keep has been a familiar landmark for over 800 years. During the civil war the keep received major damage after being captured by the Parliamentary forces, but was repaired in 1848. During the 14th century the Earl of Lancaster inherited the property, but after his and consequent execution, Clitheroe Castle became part of the royal estates. Charles II then gave the property to the first Duke of Albernarle who had helped him regain the throne in 1660. The museum section of the castle was completed in the mid 1700’s, and actually stands on the cellar ofan earlier building dating from the 1500’s.
Today Clitheroe Castle is run and maintained by the local council. The castle has some fine views of the Ribble Valley, and Pendle Hill can be seen from parts of the castle.
GHOSTS & HAUNTINGS
In 2005 Most Haunted filmed at the castle with some interesting results. As well as this colourful history the castle also has a darker side…its hauntings.
THE WHITE LADY
A haunted location would not be complete without its white lady apparition, and Clitheroe Castle is no exception. She has been seen on a number of occasions, but nobody is really sure who this character could be…You never know, you may just get the chance to ask!
THE PHANTOM FAMILY
The ghosts of a male, female and young child have been seen around the castle. It is thought by some who have witnessed them they are all members of the same family.
THE MAID
A forlorn figure, believed to be a maid servant, has been seen within the castle buildings on a regular basis. Again, nobody is sure as to whom this figure might be.
THE SOLDIER
A soldier believed to date from the 1900’s, is also said to haunt the castle and has been reported on many occasion.
THE GHOSTLY CAT
During a visit by the DHN team a cat meowing was clearly heard. Upon checking the area where the noise came from no cat was found. This has been heard on several occasions.
OTHER REPORTED INCIDENTS:
Strange light anomalies
Unaccountable odours
Cold spots
Inexplicable noises
Joining Phil Whyman and the Dead Haunted will give you EXCLUSIVE access on the night to HAUNTED CLITHEROE CASTLE & MUSEUM and the ghosts within..
YOUR DH EVENT INCLUDES:
Overnight investigation with Phil Whyman and the Dead Haunted team.
A brief explanation of investigation equipment before using it.
A familiarisation tour of the building in lit conditions prior to the lights going out.
Participation in vigils and paranormal experiments (participation is optional).
Snacks, refreshments and use of equipment will be provided throughout the event.
There will be a post investigation discussion of any paranormal activity encountered
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