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Don’t Scare ClaireEpisode 101: Glamis CastleGlamis Castle is often referred to as the most haunted castle in Scotland, but how true is it? With terrifying ghost stories and strange legends of vampires, fairies, monsters, and even a horrifying family secret, this iconic castle is shrouded in mystery. SOURCES 📚 Scottish Ghost Stories by Elliott O’Donnell 📚 A Wee Guide To The Haunted Castles Of Scotland by Martin Coventry 📚 Nights In Haunted Houses by Peter Underwood
2025-07-1539 minDon’t Scare Claire
Don’t Scare ClaireEpisode 100: The London Underground: Central LineIt's another haunted London story, and this time, we're going underground... to the London Underground! Specifically, the ghost stories and paranormal encounters on the Central Line. Since the 19th Century, the Tube has carried millions beneath London's streets, but some say not all its passengers are alive. From mysterious figures caught on CCTV to chilling tales from station staff, we're getting into the haunted history of Central Line stations like Bank, Bethnal Green, Liverpool Street and more. We'll sit down to...
2025-07-0840 minDon’t Scare Claire
Don’t Scare ClaireFIXED: Would You Survive England’s Most Haunted Castle?Chillingham Castle is often called the most haunted castle in England, and when you hear about the dark history, and the countless ghost stories, you can start to understand why. With holiday apartments available to rent in the ancient castle, you can also have the chance to spend the night at the site where brutal atrocities occured against the Scots… And it seems like that energy has more than left its mark. YouTube butchered the upload for the previous version of this story, so hopefully this one wo...
2025-06-271h 05Don’t Scare Claire
Don’t Scare ClaireEpisode 99: Chillingham CastleChillingham Castle is often called the most haunted castle in England, and when you hear about the dark history, and the countless ghost stories, you can start to understand why. With holiday apartments available to rent in the ancient castle, you can also have the chance to spend the night at the site where unspeakable horrors occured against the Scots… And it seems like that energy has more than left its mark. SOURCES 📚 Haunted Britain: A Traveler's Guide to the Mysterious and U...
2025-06-261h 05Don’t Scare Claire
Don’t Scare ClaireEpisode 97: The George & Pilgrim's Hotel, GlastonburyThe George and Pilgrim’s Hotel is said to be one of the most haunted buildings in the ancient town of Glastonbury. With a history connected to the famous abbey, and tales of a forbidden love, it’s not hard to see why guests commonly report ghostly activity after they’ve gone to bed for the night… SOURCES 📚 Local Ghost Stories by Margaret Royal & Ian Girvan 📚 Haunted Pub Guide by Guy Lyon Playfair
2025-06-0328 minDon’t Scare Claire
Don’t Scare ClaireEpisode 96: Sunderland Empire TheatreThe Sunderland Empire Theatre is famous for being the temporary home of some of the biggest shows in theatre over the years. But, over the last century, the Sunderland Empire has also gained another reputation… of being one of the most haunted theatres in the UK. SOURCES 📚 Supernatural North by Darren W. Ritson 📚 Ghostly Tyne and Wear by Rob Kirkup 📚 Haunted Liverpool 24 by Tom Sleman 💻 htt...
2025-05-2737 minDon’t Scare Claire
Don’t Scare ClaireEpisode 95: Montrose Air Station MuseumThe former RAF Montrose is now the Montrose Air Station Museum, displaying aircraft and artefacts from the site’s military history. But if the ghost stories are to be believed, there could be more than just echoes of the airfield’s past lingering behind… SOURCES 📚 Ghosts In The Air: True Stories Of Aerial Hauntings by Martin Caidin 📚 Peter Underwood’s Guide To Ghosts & Haunted Places by Peter Underwood 📚 Gazetteer of Scottish And I...
2025-05-1335 minDon’t Scare Claire
Don’t Scare ClaireEpisode 94: The Non-Royal Ghosts Of Windsor CastleWindsor Castle is said to be home to multiple royal ghosts, but they’re not the only ones haunting the ancient hallways. From phantom guards to potentially a Horned God, there seems to be more than just the royals hanging around here. SOURCES 📚 The Little Book of Berkshire by Stuart Hylton 📚 Haunted Castles of Britain & Ireland by Richard Jones 📚 Haunted Royal Homes by Joan Forman 📚 Hau...
2025-05-0735 minDon’t Scare Claire
Don’t Scare ClaireEpisode 93: The Royal Ghosts Of Windsor CastleWindsor Castle has almost 1,000 years of history, and has seen countless kings and queens throughout its lifetime. Surely, it would make sense why a few of those seem to have stuck around after they’re long gone? SOURCES 📚 Haunted Castles of Britain & Ireland by Richard Jones 📚 Haunted Royal Homes by Joan Forman 📚 Haunted England by Westwood & Simpson 📚 The A-Z of British Ghosts by Peter Underwoo...
2025-04-2935 minDon’t Scare Claire
Don’t Scare ClaireEpisode 92: Haunted Disneyland Part 4In Part 4 of my Haunted Disneyland series, we’re taking a look at Frontierland, and all the strange goings-on that have been reported there… IN CASE YOU MISSED THEM: Part 1: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e924-Ura8qc&t=1189s&ab_channel=Don%27tScareClaire Part 2: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cXmSRsseFvk&t=266s&ab_channel=Don%27tScareClaire Part 3: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RLuiGmGWDL4&t=1376s&ab_channel=Don%27tScareClaire
2025-04-2242 minDon’t Scare Claire
Don’t Scare ClaireEpisode 91: The Real Case Behind The Exorcist MovieRoland Doe was a normal 13-year-old boy, until January 1949. Then, he became the centre of an alleged demonic possession, and endured weeks of exorcisms to free him from the demon. His case was so shocking, that it inspired William Peter Blatty to write his novel, The Exorcist, which went on to become the blockbuster movie. But how much of Regan’s ordeal did Roland Doe (now known as Ronald Hunkeler) go through? And how much can we separate fact from fiction? SO...
2025-04-1550 minDon’t Scare Claire
Don’t Scare ClaireEpisode 90: The Cursed Exorcist MovieThe Exorcist is an iconic horror movie, which redefined the genre when it burst onto the scene in 1974. But it’s infamous not only for making audiences around the world faint and vomit. With all the strange goings-on during production, some are convinced that The Exorcist is subject to something more paranormal. A curse. One which may have killed as many as seven people. SOURCES 📚 Castle of Frankenstein 022 (1974) 📚 Hollywood Hex by M...
2025-04-0133 minDon’t Scare Claire
Don’t Scare ClaireEpisode 89: Oxford Castle and PrisonH.M Oxford Prison shut in 1996, closing a chapter in the castle’s history which had lasted for almost a thousand years. Now part of the prison has been turned into Malmaison Oxford, a boutique hotel, should it come as any surprise that guests are reporting strange paranormal activity in the converted prison cell bedrooms? SOURCES 📚 Hotel Lobbies and Lounges: The Architecture of Professional Hospitality, edited by Anne Massey and Tom Avermaete 📚 Behind Bars – Britain's Most Notor...
2025-03-2546 minDon’t Scare Claire
Don’t Scare ClaireEpisode 88: The Hands Resist Him PaintingThe Hands Resist Him painting is an infamous painting in the paranormal world, with many people claiming that the artwork is haunted. But with rumours of a deadly curse also surrounding the infamous painting, does the backstory give us any clues as to how much of this is true? Check out Beardo Gets Scared’s video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dKgpinitMLo&ab_channel=BeardoGetsScared SOURCES 📚 Supernatural: 300 Horror Stories, Mysteries and Urban Legends, By Ca...
2025-03-1825 minDon’t Scare Claire
Don’t Scare ClaireEpisode 87: Aston HallAston Hall in Birmingham is a stately home with a dark past. Rumours about the former owner and man responsible for its construction, Sir Thomas Holte, tell of a mean-spirited man who used violence and terror to keep his staff members in line, with possibly deadly consequences… So it’s no surprise that Aston Hall is now said to be haunted by multiple ghosts from the time of Sir Thomas Holte. SOURCES 📚 Haunted Birmingham by Arthur Smith & Rachel Bannister ...
2025-03-1128 minDon’t Scare Claire
Don’t Scare ClaireEpisode 86: The Ghost Of John WayneJohn Wayne was an icon during the Golden Age of Hollywood, but it seems that perhaps even after death, he’s still making his presence known… SOURCES 📚 The Ghostly Register by Arthur Myers 📚 Peter Underwood’s Guide To Ghosts And Haunted Places by Peter Underwood 📚 Best Tales Of Texas Ghosts by Docia Schultz Williams 💻 https://www.warhistoryonline.com/war-articles/remember-the-haunted-alamo.html 💻 https://www.latimes.com/archives...
2025-03-0428 minDon’t Scare Claire
Don’t Scare ClaireEpisode 85: The Royal Family & The ParanormalIn Part 2 of this haunted Royal Family series, we’re getting into more connections that the Royal Family has with the paranormal! We’re chatting about séances, bad omens, questionable witness statements, and a possible involvement in a super-secret government UFO program? SOURCES 📚 Sounds From Another Room, by Sir Peter Horsley 📚 Whisperers: The Secret History Of The Spirit World by J. H. Brennan 📚 Spare by Prince Harry
2025-02-2522 minDon’t Scare Claire
Don’t Scare ClaireEpisode 84: Ghosts Witnessed By The Royal FamilyIt’s no secret that the royal family live in some pretty impressive historical homes. But if the stories are to be believed, they may have been witnesses to some strange ghostly activity over the years. SOURCES 📚 Whisperers: The Secret History Of The Spirit World by J. H. Brennan 📚 Spare by Prince Harry 📚 The King Of UFOs: Royal UFO Secrets Revealed by Mark Christopher Lee 📚 Hau...
2025-02-1622 minDon’t Scare Claire
Don’t Scare ClaireEpisode 83: The Dipping Bridge & Cap Coch, Merthyr MawrThe Dipping Bridge in Merthyr Mawr, South Wales is home to the local folklore legend of Cap Coch, who allegedly murdered countless travellers as they saught sanctuary at his inn. But did it actually happen? And are the entities reported around the New Inn bridge really the ghosts of Cap Coch and his victims? SOURCES 📚 The Legends of Porthcawl and the Glamorgan Coast by Alun Morgan 📚 Legends & Folklore Of Bridgend & The Vale by Graham Loveluck-Edwards
2025-02-0220 minDon’t Scare Claire
Don’t Scare ClaireEpisode 82: The Luxor HotelThe Luxor Hotel in Las Vegas is an iconic structure, but it’s also got a bit of a reputation… for being haunted, yes, but also — cursed. Where have the stories of this curse come from? Who is haunting this Las Vegas pyramid hotel? And how much of it should we believe? SOURCES 📚 The Haunting of Las Vegas by Janice Oberding 💻 https://lasvegassun.com/news/1996/sep/26/woman-commits-suicide-inside-luxor/ 💻 https://www.nydailynews.com...
2025-01-2639 minDon’t Scare Claire
Don’t Scare ClaireEpisode 81: The Atuk Movie CurseThe Atuk movie has gone down in Hollywood history, notorious for being connected to a string of tragic deaths — yet the film didn’t even make it through production. But is there such a thing as the curse of the Atuk movie, or is there something else going on here? ⚠️ Naturally, this one is quite dark, there is a lot of talk about death, and there are also conversations around drug use and suicide, so please only tune in if you feel okay diving into these topics 🖤
2025-01-1929 minDon’t Scare Claire
Don’t Scare ClaireEpisode 80: Berry Pomeroy CastleBerry Pomeroy Castle is alleged to be one of the most haunted castles in Devon, with numerous ghosts said to haunt the 15th-century castle ruins. There are some dubious origins to some of the most famous ghost stories at the castle, but that hasn’t stopped some people from being convinced that they have witnessed paranormal activity during their visit… With others claiming their paranormal experience didn’t end when they left the ruins. SOURCES 📚 The A-Z o...
2025-01-1233 minDon’t Scare Claire
Don’t Scare ClaireEpisode 79: Bramshill HouseBramshill House is one of many homes across the country that claim to be the origin of the classic Christmas ghost story, the Mistletoe Bough (also known as the Mistletoe Bride). But aside from this claim to fame, the stately mansion is said to be home to up to 14 other ghosts anyway… SOURCES 📚 Ghosts of Hampshire & the Isle of Wight by Peter Underwood 📚 Paranormal Hampshire by David Scanlan 📚 The Haunted Places of Hampshire by Ian Fox 📚 This Ha...
2024-12-1529 minDon’t Scare Claire
Don’t Scare ClaireEpisode 78: The GrenadierThe Grenadier pub in London is infamous as one of the most haunted pubs in the city, with one specific ghost, known as Cedric, held responsible for all of the strange goings-on. What do we know about Cedric? What paranormal activity is he to blame for? And is he the only one lurking in The Grenadier? SOURCES 📚 Haunted West End by Gilly Pickup 📚 Gazetteer of British Ghosts by Adam Underwood 📚 The Haunted Pub Guide by Guy Lyon-Playfair 📚 H...
2024-12-0823 minDon’t Scare Claire
Don’t Scare ClaireEpisode 77: Flight 401The crash of Eastern Airlines Flight 401 was a tragic – and avoidable – disaster, taking the lives of over 100 people in 1972. The Lockheed L-1011’s story doesn’t end there though, as there’s a legend which says that parts from the crashed plane were salvaged and installed on other planes, leading to countless reports strange paranormal activity… despite Eastern Airlines trying to silence the witnesses. SOURCES 📚 The Ghost Of Flight 401 by John G. Fuller 💻 https://asn.flightsafety.org/asndb/330292 💻 https://ealflt401.blogspot.co...
2024-12-0139 minDon’t Scare Claire
Don’t Scare ClaireEpisode 76: Greyfriars KirkyardGreyfriars Kirkyard lies in the heart of Edinburgh, a centuries-old cemetery surrounded by the lively hustle and bustle of the city. But the dead may not rest as peacefully as you’d think. Some visitors to the Covenanters' Prison allegedly have the misfortune of crossing paths with a violent, aggressive poltergeist said to lurk in the shadows of the notorious Black Mausoleum. The entity is known as the Mackenzie poltergeist, named after the infamous George Mackenzie – dubbed 'Bluidy Mackenzie' – who was responsible for the persecution of thousands of covenanters. ...
2024-11-2334 minDon’t Scare Claire
Don’t Scare ClaireEpisode 75: Thackray Museum Of MedicineThe Thackray Museum of Medicine is the largest independent medical museum in the UK, with tens of thousands of artefacts showing the progression of healthcare through the years. But the building itself has its own story to share, having been used as a workhouse and an infirmary before becoming the museum it is today. And perhaps that’s the reason why the Thackray Museum is rumoured to be haunted? SOURCES 📚 Celebrity Ghosts And Notorious Hauntings by Marie D Jones 💻 https...
2024-11-1727 minDon’t Scare Claire
Don’t Scare ClaireEpisode 74: The Tower Of LondonThe Tower of London is widely regarded as one of the most haunted places in the world, and when you take into account the centuries of history within this castle, it’s not hard to see why. Join me in this special Halloween episode, where I take you through the history of the Tower of London, and all of the strange ghostly reports that have been claimed by Yeomen and visitors. SOURCES 📚 Haunted Britain & Ireland by Richard Jones 📚 A Ghostly Guide To London by Megan...
2024-10-311h 08Don’t Scare Claire
Don’t Scare ClaireEpisode 73: The Mermaid Inn, RyeThe Mermaid Inn in Rye has stood for centuries, serving everyone from royalty to criminals. With all the history that this pub’s walls have seen, it’s no surprise that the Mermaid is rumoured to be haunted, with terrifying stories of paranormal activity reported in more than one guest bedroom. Would you be brave enough to stay the night? SOURCES 📚 Nights In Haunted Houses by Peter Underwood 📚 Haunted Inns of Britain And Ireland by Richard Jones 💻 ht...
2024-10-2826 minDon’t Scare Claire
Don’t Scare ClaireEpisode 72: Madame TussaudsMadame Tussauds museums are famous around the world for their lifelike wax models of celebrity figures. But some believe that there’s more than just waxwork figures staring at you when you pay them a visit; as unsettling paranormal activity has been witnessed in multiple attractions. SOURCES 📚 A Ghostly Guide To London by Megan Coles 📚 Haunted Las Vegas by Paul W Papa 💻 https://www.theguardian.com/theguardian/2010/apr/28/madame-tussauds-fire 💻 https://www.madametussauds.com/london/information/our-history/
2024-10-2722 minDon’t Scare Claire
Don’t Scare ClaireEpisode 71: The Langham HotelThe Langham Hotel in London is a luxury destination for travellers, but be careful, because you might be sharing your hotel room with a ghostly guest who never checked out… SOURCES 📚 The Langham: From 1865 by Tom Steele 📚 Haunted Hotels: Eerie Inns, Ghoulish Guests, and Creepy Caretakers by Tom Ogden 💻 https://www.cricket.com.au/news/3258407/boo-ghosts-have-england-jumping 💻 https://drawingmatter.org/john-nash-designs-for-langham-house-ca-1812-1816/ COME SAY HI! Instagram - https://instagram.com/dontscareclaire/ THE...
2024-10-2524 minDon’t Scare Claire
Don’t Scare ClaireEpisode 70: Warwick CastleIf you’re going out looking for ghosts in the UK, a medieval castle is a great place to start; and with Warwick Castle’s long and bloody history, you may get more than you bargained for. Even the Earl of Warwick’s family, the Grevilles, claimed to encounter unexplainable goings-on while the castle was their family home; and even now the castle is a major tourist attraction, the ghostly residents from centuries ago are still making their presence known. SOURCES 📚 Haunted Castles of Britain and Ireland by Richar...
2024-10-2225 minDon’t Scare Claire
Don’t Scare ClaireEpisode 69: Peterborough MuseumPeterborough Museum and Art Gallery contains hundreds of thousands of artefacts from history, telling the story of Peterborough and the surrounding area in the past. But some visitors to the museum get a more immersive experience than they bargained for, with countless reports of terrifying paranormal activity spanning back decades. SOURCES 📚 Haunted Peterborough by Stuart Orme 📚 Paranormal Cambridgeshire by Damien O’Dell 💻 https://ourjourneypeterborough.co.uk/ 📺 Interview with Andrew Stainton-Roberts via Haunted Adelaide Horizons https://www.youtube.co...
2024-10-2128 minDon’t Scare Claire
Don’t Scare ClaireEpisode 68: Morfa CollieryThe Morfa Colliery disaster in Wales on the 10th of March, 1890 took the lives of 87 miners, but the death toll could have easily been far higher. Almost half of the colliers scheduled to work that morning hadn’t come in for their shift, with some claiming that is was because of reports of paranormal activity within the mine in the leadup to the disaster that warned them of impending doom… SOURCES 📚 Haunted Wales: A Guide To Welsh Ghostlore by Richard Holland 📚 Folklore Myths and Legend...
2024-10-1822 minDon’t Scare Claire
Don’t Scare ClaireEpisode 67: RAF Cosford & The Haunted Avro LincolnThere’s an AVRO Lincoln B2 bomber aircraft on display at the Royal Air Force Museum Midlands in Cosford, and she’s a great example of the aircraft that came into service too later for World War 2. But with RF398 in particular, there are some strange goings on reported around her, leading some people to think that she may be haunted… SOURCES 📚 Haunted Shropshire by Allen Scott-Davies 📚 Some Ghostly Tales Of Shropshire by Christine McCarthy 📚 Peter Underwood’s Guide To Ghosts & Haunt...
2024-10-1726 minDon’t Scare Claire
Don’t Scare ClaireEpisode 66: The Red Lion Inn, AveburyThe Red Lion Inn in Avebury, Wiltshire is an exceptionally special location for multiple reasons. First of all, it’s the only pub IN THE WORLD, known to be within a neolithic stone circle. But secondly, it’s rumoured to be haunted, with customers and staff reporting strange, ghostly goings-on to this day… SOURCES 📚 Living With Ghosts by Paul Hanrahan 📚 Haunted Wiltshire by Keith Wills 💻 https://www.haunted-britain.com/red-lion-inn-avebury.htm 💻 https://www.wiltsh...
2024-10-1520 minDon’t Scare Claire
Don’t Scare ClaireEpisode 65: Michelham PrioryMichelham Priory in East Sussex is tucked away on its very own moated island, providing sanctuary for the Augustinian Canons centuries ago. But nowadays, it's infamous for being the home of multiple ghostly entities, who had set their sights on terrifying the live-in caretaker… SOURCES 📚 Paranormal Sussex by David Scanlan 📚 Britain’s Haunted Heritage by J. A. Brooks 📚 Paranormal Eastbourne by Janet Cameron 📚 Ghost Hunter Walks In Sussex by Rupert Matthews 💻 https://www.sussexl...
2024-10-1323 minDon’t Scare Claire
Don’t Scare ClaireEpisode 64: George Jarvis SchoolThe beautiful George Jarvis School looks exactly like a haunted house should, with its imposing size, Victorian Gothic architecture and, of course, the state of disrepair that comes with being neglected in previous years. But the paranormal activity reported within the walls of this derelict school may have more to do with the betrayal of the sole benefactor who was responsible for the school… SOURCES 📚 Lyonshall and Staunton Youth Hostels (PDF) 📚 Living With Ghosts: An Investigation by Paul Gater 📚 Collections...
2024-10-1121 minDon’t Scare Claire
Don’t Scare ClaireEpisode 63: Annison Funeral ParlourThe old building that housed the Annison Funeral Parlour has been a vital building to the local community for generations, as the Annison family business evolved throughout the years. Now home to a late-night pharmacy, and, allegedly, a whole host of otherworldly entities and residual hauntings, could the Annison Building be haunted by the ghosts of those who passed through here on their way to their final resting place? SOURCES 💻 https://www.visithull.org/venue/old-annison-funeral-parlour/ 💻 Interviews with Mike Covell on YouTube ...
2024-10-0918 minDon’t Scare Claire
Don’t Scare ClaireEpisode 62: Drovers InnThe Drovers Inn has stood for centuries, offering travellers in the Scottish highlands hearty food, good drink and a bed for the night. But don’t bank on getting a good night’s sleep when you turn in after last orders, as the Drovers Inn is rumoured to be haunted by multiple ghosts from its past, with countless guests reporting horrifying paranormal activity over the years. SOURCES 📚 Those Innocent Souls by Richard McKenzie 💻 https://www.droversinn.co.uk/ 💻 https://portal.histor...
2024-10-0720 minDon’t Scare Claire
Don’t Scare ClaireEpisode 61: Fox Hollow FarmBack in the 90s, Fox Hollow Farm in Indiana, was home to a monster named Herb Baumeister, who was responsible for at least 12 murders on the property — although based on the fact that 10,000 fragments of human remains were found, the real number is likely to be higher. When the Graves family moved into the 18-acre property in the early 2000s, they were initially sceptical of the paranormal. That would soon change… ⚠️ CONTENT WARNING: Naturally, this episode is going to be talking about the dark deeds that Herb Baumeister got up to, so there...
2024-10-0534 minDon’t Scare Claire
Don’t Scare ClaireEpisode 60: The Ostrich InnThe Ostrich Inn in Colnbrook, Slough, has stood as a welcoming coaching inn for centuries, now serving as an overnight stop for travellers before they head off to the (equally haunted) Heathrow Airport. But there’s also a murderous story attached to the Ostrich Inn, which may have served as the inspiration for the Sweeney Todd story that first appeared in Penny Dreadfuls in the 19th Century. Whether this story is actually true or not, seems not to matter - as regardless of whether you believe in the Jarmans, the ghostly re...
2024-10-0330 minDon’t Scare Claire
Don’t Scare ClaireEpisode 59: Haunted Disneyland Part 3Tomorrowland is one of the themed areas in Disneyland where guests can experience ‘the world of the future!’ But, it seems like it may also be haunted by the ghosts of its past… SOURCES 📚 The Unofficial Guide To Disneyland’s Haunted Kingdom by Aubrey Graves 📚 “The Park” After Dark by Richard Carradine 📚 The Haunted Mansion After Dark by Richard Carradine COME SAY HI! Instagram - https://instagram.com/dontscareclaire/ THE LEGAL STUFF...
2024-09-2927 minDon’t Scare Claire
Don’t Scare ClaireEpisode 58: Haunted Disneyland Part 2If Disneyland truly is haunted by real ghosts, then you’d think that the Haunted Mansion would be the best place to potentially see a Disneyland ghost, right? Turns out, you might be right — as the Haunted Mansion at Disneyland in Anaheim, California, is rumoured to be extremely haunted. SOURCES 📚 The Unofficial Guide To Disneyland’s Haunted Kingdom by Aubrey Graves 📚 “The Park” After Dark by Richard Carradine 📚 The Haunted Mansion After Dark by Richard Carradine 💻 https://www.you...
2024-09-2122 minDon’t Scare Claire
Don’t Scare ClaireEpisode 57: Haunted Disneyland Part 1The Disneyland park in Anaheim, California, is well-known as the Happiest Place On Earth, delighting guests with that Disney magic since 1955. But there are some (actually, quite a lot!) who believe that Disneyland is extremely haunted, with one paranormal character featuring almost everywhere: Walt Disney himself. SOURCES 📚 The Unofficial Guide To Disneyland’s Haunted Kingdom by Aubrey Graves 📚 “The Park” After Dark by Richard Carradine 📚 The Haunted Mansion After Dark by Richard Carradine 💻 https://pop.inquirer.net/65726...
2024-09-1522 minDon’t Scare Claire
Don’t Scare ClaireEpisode 56: Robert The DollRobert the Doll is one of the most famous paranormal artefacts in the world, with stories of his strict rules and warnings of a potential curse being drilled into any visitor who takes a chance at the Fort East Martello Museum in Key West, Florida. But how did Robert the Doll end up in a display case over 100 years after his creation? And why is he surrounded by letters of apology, with more arriving every single day? SOURCES 📚 Robert the Doll: Key West's Haunted Doll by David Slo...
2024-09-0829 minDon’t Scare Claire
Don’t Scare ClaireEpisode 55: Ye Olde Salutation InnThe Ye Olde Salutation Inn in Nottingham has long been known as one of the most haunted pubs in the city, and when you start looking at all the ghost stories that have been claimed over the years. So come sit by me as we get into the long history of this old pub, and meet some of the ghostly regulars that you might end up sharing a pint with… SOURCES 📚 Haunted Nottingham by Andrew James Wright 📚 Nottinghamshire Ghost Stories by Camilla Zajac
2024-08-2625 minDon’t Scare Claire
Don’t Scare ClaireEpisode 54: Gainsborough HallGainsborough Old Hall has seen centuries of history, initially being the family home of the Burghs and then the Hickmans, before going on to be a hub for the community. It’s now a museum, where you can walk around one of the UK’s best-preserved timber-framed late-medieval manor houses, from the stately Great Hall to the almost untouched medieval kitchens. But you might also come across some characters from the Old Hall who have long since passed away… SOURCES 📚 History of the manor and...
2024-08-2520 minDon’t Scare Claire
Don’t Scare ClaireEpisode 52: Heathrow AirportAirports aren’t the first place you’d think of as being particularly haunted… but it turns out, there are a LOT of airports with ghost stories! Just like Heathrow Airport. Come sit by me as we get into the history and the real paranormal reports that have allegedly happened at Heathrow Airport. If you haven’t already, go and check out @ghostcasebook1266 for more paranormal history! Thank you Nicola for your help with this one 🖤 https://www.youtube.com/@ghostcasebook1266 SOURCES 📚...
2024-08-1128 minDon’t Scare Claire
Don’t Scare ClaireEpisode 51: Cannock Chase Part 2Seriously, what is going on at Cannock Chase?! If you chat with a local, you’ll more than likely hear a story of a very weird encounter, and most of the time, it’s something you’ve never heard before — there are just that many different cryptids and creatures said to be skulking about the area. We’re diving into more entities reported at Cannock Chase this week, including the infamous Black Eyed Children, and the absolutely terrifying Pigman! Missed last week’s episode? Find it here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3POw...
2024-08-0434 minDon’t Scare Claire
Don’t Scare ClaireEpisode 50: Cannock Chase Part 1Cannock Chase Forest is a hotspot for family days out with a picnic, right through to mountain bikers navigating the woodland terrain. But with the sheer number of paranormal witness accounts and terrifying encounters with something seemingly supernatural, you might want to make sure you’re safely home by sundown. SOURCES A lot of information came from the author Lee Brickley, from his books and interviews. 📚 UFOs Werewolves & the Pig-Man by Lee Brickley 📚 Haunted Cannock Chase by Lee Brickley
2024-07-2831 minDon’t Scare Claire
Don’t Scare ClaireEpisode 49: Ye Olde Starre InneThe Ye Olde Starre Inne in York claims to be one of the most haunted pubs in York, with a long history that may be tied to the horrors of the English Civil War. Over the centuries, the old pub has changed as the city of York grew, but there are some ghostly regulars who seem to still be making the most of the atmosphere in this old boozer… SOURCES 📚 Haunted York by Rupert Matthews 📚 Haunted Inns of Britain & Ireland by Richard Jones
2024-07-2112 minDon’t Scare Claire
Don’t Scare ClaireEpisode 48: The Cocoanut Grove FireIn November 1942, the Boston nightclub Cocoanut Grove was the site of a horrific fire which claimed the lives of almost 500 people. But how did this tragedy happen? And why did so many people pay the ultimate price for it? Come sit by me as we get into what happened on that cold November night, and some of the paranormal reports that may be related to the deadliest nightclub fire in US history. SOURCES 📚 The Cocoanut Grove Nightclub Fire: A Boston Tragedy by Stephanie Sch...
2024-07-1528 minDon’t Scare Claire
Don’t Scare ClaireEpisode 47: Paris CatacombsThe underground catacombs beneath the city of Paris is home to the remains of over 6 million people — so it’s no wonder that there are reports of the Paris catacombs being haunted. Come sit by me as we get into the morbid history of Paris, how the catacombs came to be, and the real ghost stories reported by people brave enough to wander down below into the empire of death. SOURCES 📚 Secrets Of The Bone Labyrinth: The Haunted Catacombs Of Paris by Edward Turner 💻 The...
2024-07-0724 minDon’t Scare Claire
Don’t Scare ClaireEpisode 46: Shrewsbury PrisonShrewsbury Prison first opened it’s doors in 1793, and over the next 200 years, would be home to thousands of inmates. Some of whom wouldn’t leave alive. Come sit by me as we get into the haunted history of Shrewsbury Prison, and some of the ghostly reports of inmates and potentially even prison staff who never left… If you haven't already, check out Exploring The Entity's video on our paranormal investigation at the prison: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CaP3q0CRE0M&t=1042s&ab_channe...
2024-06-3024 minDon’t Scare Claire
Don’t Scare ClaireEpisode 45: Whitley Beaumont TempleBlack Dick’s Tower, The Folly, Whitley Beaumont Temple, or just, The Temple, is an 18th Century ruin that sits in what used to be the Whitley Beaumont estate near Huddersfield, West Yorkshire. The legend goes that this once grand structure is haunted by the ghost of Richard Beaumont, who lost his head (literally) in a duel over bad debts. But how much of the story is actually true? SOURCES 📚 Knights of England: A Complete Record from the Earliest Time to the Present Day o...
2024-06-2312 minDon’t Scare Claire
Don’t Scare ClaireEpisode 44: Edinburgh VaultsThe South Bridge Vaults below the streets of Edinburgh have long been infamous for their grisly history and reports of the paranormal. But what really lurks under the surface? Come sit by me for all the dark tales from the past and the real ghost stories being reported to this day. SOURCES 📚 The Town Below The Ground by Jan-Andrew Henderson 📚 Ghosts Of Edinburgh by Rob Kirkup 💻 https://www.mercattours.com/ 📺 World’s Scariest Hauntings: Edinburgh Vaults, first...
2024-06-1625 minDon’t Scare Claire
Don’t Scare ClaireEpisode 43: Strelley HallStrelley Hall’s history stretches back all the way to the 1200s, when the Strelley family first built a stone castle on the site. Since then, the building has been completely rebuilt, but ghost stories from its time as the Strelley family home still remain. Nowadays, it’s operating as a business centre, with a cafe and some little shops in the courtyard - and of course, it’s opened its doors to paranormal investigators at night. But is Strelley Hall really as haunted as it’s claimed...
2024-06-0922 minDon’t Scare Claire
Don’t Scare ClaireEpisode 42: The Myrtles PlantationThe Myrtles Plantation is allegedly home to multiple ghosts, with guests that stay at the B&B or take any of the tours sometimes experience for themselves… But how much of it is true? Does the history of the Myrtles Plantation line up with the paranormal reports? This is another very interesting one… SOURCES 📚 Haunting America: The Truth Behind Some Of America’s “Most Haunted” Places by Karen Stollznow (VERY good book for a more sceptical take on these haunted locations!) 📚 Passp...
2024-06-0229 minDon’t Scare Claire
Don’t Scare ClaireEpisode 41: Ouija BoardsOuija boards are one of the most recognisable pieces of paranormal history, and they stir up some STRONG feelings in people. Both from avid believers that it is a direct portal to satan himself, right through to people who are adamant it’s just Gary across the table moving the planchette. But how did Ouija boards come about, and why are they now seen by some as evil? SOURCES 📚 Ouija Board Stories: True Tales of A Nightmarish Game Gone Wrong by Seeker Publishing
2024-05-2628 minDon’t Scare Claire
Don’t Scare ClaireEpisode 40: Dudley CastleDudley Castle has centuries of history tied to it, which means one thing: ghost stories. But who is the famous ghostly Grey Lady of Dudley Castle, and who else is said to haunt the ancient castle and zoo? And if you haven’t already, go and watch my collaboration with Ghosts On Trent, where we investigated Dudley Castle! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jp1umWe9ndo&t=2050s&ab_channel=GhostsOnTrent HUGE thank you to @HauntedHousesEvents for putting on a brilliant night! SO...
2024-05-1929 minDon’t Scare Claire
Don’t Scare ClaireEpisode 39: Elvis Presley Part 2Between 1969 and 1976, Elvis Presley would go on to perform 636 sold-out shows at the Las Vegas International Hotel, and then the Las Vegas Hilton — forever cementing him as an icon of the city. After his death in 1977, some staff and guests of the Westgate Hotel, as it’s now known, are adamant that Elvis has returned to the place of his residency… SOURCES 📚 Haunted Las Vegas by Paul W Papa 💻 https://nevadamagazine.com/issue/february-1995/6994/ 💻 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-VoRW00tiME&a...
2024-05-1227 minDon’t Scare Claire
Don’t Scare ClaireEpisode 38: Elvis Presley Part 1Elvis Presley, the King of Rock n Roll, was an international superstar known for his unique voice and swinging hips. Even today, decades after his death in 1977, he continues to be adored by millions of fans across the world. So it’s no surprise that alleged sightings of the ghost of Elvis started immediately after his death was announced… or maybe even before the news broke. SOURCES 📚 Haunted Memphis by Laura Cunningham 📚 The Death Of Elvis: What Really Happened by Charles...
2024-05-0523 minDon’t Scare Claire
Don’t Scare ClaireEpisode 37: Alton Towers ResortAlton Towers Resort is one of the UK’s top theme park attractions, with more rollercoasters than you can shake an adrenaline-fuelled stick at. But the site of one Alton Towers actually dates back thousands of years, and for centuries was the family home of the Talbots. Come sit by me as we get into the history and super creepy ghost stories that have been reported at Alton Towers! SOURCES 📚 Supernatural England by Betty Puttick 📚 Haunted Happenings by Wayne Spurrier...
2024-04-2826 minDon’t Scare Claire
Don’t Scare ClaireEpisode 36: The Cecil HotelThe Cecil Hotel has become infamous for the death and misery that have happened within its walls — especially after the tragic case of Elisa Lam in 2013. For decades, people have claimed that the Cecil Hotel is one of the most haunted hotels in the USA, so come sit by me as we chat about the dark history and real ghost stories that guests have reported at this downtown LA hotel. SOURCES 📚 American Hotel Story by Richard Estep 📚 Death At The Cecil Hotel In Los Ange...
2024-04-2125 minDon’t Scare Claire
Don’t Scare ClaireEpisode 35: The Black Country Living MuseumThe Black Country Living Museum brings to life the industrial heritage of the Black Country, spanning a site of 26 acres. But with complete buildings being transported to the museum and rebuilt, brick-by-brick, did the museum curators get more than they bargained for? Are some of the ghostly former inhabitants and business owners now haunting the Black Country Living Museum, forever attached to the buildings they once lived, worked, and maybe even died in? SOURCES 📚 Beer and Spirits by Andrew Homer and David Taylor ...
2024-04-0719 minDon’t Scare Claire
Don’t Scare ClaireEpisode 34: Loftus HallLoftus Hall, on the Hook Penninsula in County Wexford, claims to have received a visit from the devil himself back in the 1700’s and ever since then, is reported to be one of the most haunted houses in Ireland. Come sit by me as we get into the long, and at times tragic history of Loftus Hall, and of course… we chat all about the real paranormal activity that has been reported in the hall itself. SOURCES 📚 True Irish Ghost Stories by St John Drelincourt Seymour ...
2024-03-3125 minDon’t Scare Claire
Don’t Scare ClaireEpisode 33: Tudor World MuseumShrieve’s House in Stratford-Upon-Avon is home to the museum, Tudor World, where you can learn all about what life was like in Tudor times. But the ancient building known as Shrieve’s House also seems to be home to something altogether more… paranormal. With rumours of a vortex allowing anything up to forty entities in the house at any one time, is it any surprise that Tudor World, formerly the Falstaff’s Experience, is thought by some to be one of the most haunted buildings in the UK? SO...
2024-03-2434 minDon’t Scare Claire
Don’t Scare ClaireEpisode 32: Guy’s Cliffe HouseGuy’s Cliffe House has centuries of history, from being the site of the cave that Guy of Warwick lived as a hermit in, to the devastating fire of 1992. It’s been a spiritually significant spot since forever… is this the reason that multiple entities appear to haunt the ruins of this mansion and the surrounding grounds? SOURCES 📚 Further Recollections Of A Country Mansion by Terry Roberts: I could only find this at a Warwickshire library! 📚 Paranormal Warwickshire by S. C. Skillman: https://www.amazon.c...
2024-03-0922 minDon’t Scare Claire
Don’t Scare ClaireEpisode 31: The Jamaica InnThe Jamaica Inn has been serving patrons travelling through Bodmin Moor for centuries, but it seems that throughout the years, it’s picked up more than a few ghostly regulars… Come sit by me as we get into the murky past of this smuggler’s sanctuary, and the real paranormal stories that staff and guests report to this day. SOURCES 📚 Haunted Bodmin Moor by Jason Higgs: http://tinyurl.com/Haunted-Bodmin-Moor (Affiliate Link) 📚 Ghosts of Cornwall by Peter Underwood: https://tinyurl.com/Ghosts-Of-Cornwall 💻...
2024-03-0127 minDon’t Scare Claire
Don’t Scare ClaireEpisode 26: James Dean & His Cursed Porsche 550 SpyderJames Dean was, and continues to be, a Hollywood icon. But is it in despite of, or because of his infamous crash that cut his life tragically short, and did he know this was coming? Come sit by me, as we’re getting into the entire haunting story of James Dean, what he was like as a person behind the films, and of course, the alleged ‘curse’ of the Porsche 550 Spyder. SOURCES 📚 The Death Of James Dean by Warren Newton Beath: https://openlibrary.org/works/OL3465629W/The_death...
2024-02-2756 minDon’t Scare Claire
Don’t Scare ClaireEpisode 30: Oakwell HallOakwell Hall in Birstall has been part of the local landscape since 1583, as a former home of the Batt family, and then as various boarding schools before turning into the museum it is today. But it’s not just home to knowledgeable staff members and Elizabethan furniture… because rumour has it, that one of the former owners continues to play out the most famous ghost story tied to this place. SOURCES 💻 https://www.kirklees.gov.uk/beta/museums-and-galleries/oakwell-hall.aspx 📺 Most Haunted Season 16 Episode 8...
2024-02-2717 minDon’t Scare Claire
Don’t Scare ClaireEpisode 29: The Saint Valentine’s Day MassacreOn the 14th February 1929, one of the most notorious mafia mass murders happened in a garage in Chicago: The Saint Valentine's Day Massacre. Most people assumed that Al Capone was behind the hit, but with the case still being unsolved to this day, did he really order the shooting of those seven men? And was he haunted by the consequences of his actions afterwards? SOURCES 💻 https://stvalentinemassacre.org/ (SUCH A COOL WEBSITE!) 💻 https://www.fbi.gov/history/famous-cases/al-capone ...
2024-02-2728 minDon’t Scare Claire
Don’t Scare ClaireEpisode 28: The Anguished Man PaintingThe Anguished Man painting is a super creepy canvas, with an even creepier backstory — and if that wasn’t enough, it’s rumoured to be haunted. Come sit by me and find out where the Anguished Man allegedly came from, and hear some of the real paranormal stories claimed by its current owner. SOURCES 💻 https://www.youtube.com/@TheAnguishedManOfficial 💻 Sean Robinson’s comments left on other videos like https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cKiLnBl_PQI&t=323s&ab_channel=MysteryArchives 💻 https...
2024-02-2716 minDon’t Scare Claire
Don’t Scare ClaireEpisode 27: The Kelvedon Hatch Secret Nuclear BunkerHidden deep within the Essex countryside, sits an unassuming cottage that hides a huge secret. The secret underground nuclear bunker at Kelvedon Hatch was set to be the regional government headquarters for the London Metropolitan area if the UK came under nuclear attack. Thankfully, the cold war never escalated to a nuclear apocalypse, but it seems that someone, or something, didn’t want to leave the bunker just yet… SOURCES 📚 Paranormal Essex by David Scanlan & Paul Robins: http://tinyurl.com/Paranormal-Essex-2012 (Affiliate Link)
2024-02-2727 minDon’t Scare Claire
Don’t Scare ClaireEpisode 14: Ashwell PrisonAshwell Prison in Rutland had a murky past, with everything from escapes to prison riots. But is it really haunted? Come sit by me as we get into the history of the site of Ashwell, including its time as a World War 2 camp for the 82nd Airborne Division — and of course, all the ghostly goings-on that still occur to this day 👻 SOURCES 📚 https://www.langhaminrutland.org.uk/books/wartime.pdf 💻 https://insidetime.org/behind-the-gate-hmp-ashwell-abandoned/ 💻 https://www.theguardian.com/uk/2009/apr/11/hmp-ashwell-prison-riot-lockdown 💻 http://news.bbc.c...
2024-02-2723 minDon’t Scare Claire
Don’t Scare ClaireEpisode 3: The Viper RoomThe Viper Room, situated on the iconic Sunset Strip in West Hollywood, has a long and dark history tied to it. From mafia connections to tragic events like River Phoenix’s death, it's no surprise that the club has earned a shadowy reputation. Come sit by me as we get down and dirty into one of Hollywood’s most notorious spots, including its murky history and the reports of paranormal patrons that stay long past closing time. COME SAY HI! Instagram - https://instagram.com/dontscareclaire/
2024-02-2723 minDon’t Scare Claire
Don’t Scare ClaireEpisode 2: Beaumanor HallBeaumanor Hall has had more than a few real paranormal stories reported over the years, including negative entities in the attic and poltergeist activity down in the cellars. Come sit down with me as we get into the history and hauntings of Beaumanor Hall, a gorgeous estate in Leicestershire that dates back to the 1200s! SOURCES 💻 https://www.beaumanorhall.co.uk/history/ 📚 The History Of Beaumanor Hall & Park: http://w-we.qwkz.uk/woodhouse/uploads/historyofvictorianbeaumanor.pdf COME SAY HI! ...
2024-02-2710 minDon’t Scare Claire
Don’t Scare ClaireEpisode 1: Blackpool Pleasure BeachNot one, not two, but three ghosts that haunt Blackpool Pleasure Beach?! 😱 Sit down with me for our first-ever chat about the history and the real paranormal stories of one of the most haunted attractions in the UK, Blackpool Pleasure Beach. SOURCES 📚 Haunted Blackpool by Stephen Mercer: https://tinyurl.com/haunted-blackpool (Affiliate Link) COME SAY HI! Instagram: https://instagram.com/dontscareclaire/ THE LEGAL STUFF I don’t claim ownership of all t...
2024-02-2713 minDon’t Scare Claire
Don’t Scare ClaireEpisode 5: The Enfield PoltergeistThe Enfield Poltergeist is one of the most fascinating, if not absolutely terrifying cases of paranormal activity I’ve ever heard! So much happened to this poor family in 1977, that it inspired the hit film, The Conjuring 2. But how much of The Conjuring 2 was accurate? And is there any truth to the claims that the Hodgsons were making it all up? SOURCES 📚 This House Is Haunted by Guy Lyon Playfair: https://tinyurl.com/this-house-is-haunted (Affiliate Link) 💻 https://www.telegraph.co.uk/films/20...
2024-02-2737 minDon’t Scare Claire
Don’t Scare ClaireEpisode 6: Stone Tape TheoryThe Stone Tape Theory is a potential explanation for why certain locations experience residual hauntings — like a VHS tape for the paranormal (god does that make me sound old?) But what evidence do we have that proves the stone tape theory as an explanation? Can we rely on it at all? SOURCES 📚 Haunted York by Rupert Matthews: https://tinyurl.com/ghosts-of-york (Affiliate Link) 💻 https://idoubtit.wordpress.com/2017/05/11/the-stone-tape-theory-of-hauntings-a-geological-perspective/ 📺 “The Stone Tape”, aired on BBC 2 in 1972 COME SAY HI! Insta...
2024-02-2717 minDon’t Scare Claire
Don’t Scare ClaireEpisode 7: Pendle Hill & The Pendle Hill Witch TrialsThe story of the Pendle Witch trials is tragic, but could it be the reason that the area of Pendle Hill is so haunted by otherworldly entities? From the infamous 1612 trials to countless suicides and accidents, including two plane crashes, we’re getting all up into the history of Pendle Hill and, of course, all the accounts of paranormal activity that have been reported in the area. SOURCES 📚 The Wonderful Discovery of Witches in the County of Lancaster by Thomas Potts: https://tinyurl.com/Pendle-Witch-Trials (Affiliate Link)
2024-02-2734 minDon’t Scare Claire
Don’t Scare ClaireEpisode 8: Mary King's CloseMary King’s Close is thought to be one of the most haunted spots in Edinburgh, but what’s the real story behind it? From a devastating plague that wiped out the majority of the population to Mr. Chesney’s pride and joy, there is SO MUCH to get into today! And of course, plenty of ghost stories 👻 SOURCES 📚 The Town Below The Ground by Jan-Andrew Henderson: https://tinyurl.com/Town-Below-The-Ground (Affiliate Link) 📚 Ghosts Of Edinburgh by Rob Kirkup: https://tinyurl.com/Ghosts-Of-Edinburgh (Affiliate Link) 💻 https...
2024-02-2727 minDon’t Scare Claire
Don’t Scare ClaireEpisode 9: The Ancient Ram InnIf you’re the least bit interested in the paranormal, you’ve probably heard of the INFAMOUS Ancient Ram Inn 🐏 From murders and suicides to ritual sacrifices being buried on-site, it’s no surprise that it’s thought of as one of the most haunted spots in the UK — so let’s get into all the dark history and real paranormal stories! SOURCES 📚 Paranormal Cotswolds by Anthony Poulton-Smith: https://tinyurl.com/Paranormal-Cotswolds (Affiliate Link) 💻 https://ancientraminn.co.uk/ 📺 “Ghost Adventures” Season 2 Episode 8, aired on the Travel Channel in 200...
2024-02-2725 minDon’t Scare Claire
Don’t Scare ClaireEpisode 10: Borley RectoryBorley Rectory was the OG haunted house back in the day, but as time goes on, more and more people are convinced that the entire thing was a massive paranormal hoax! Come sit by me as we get all up into the history of Borley Rectory, the real paranormal activity reported by Harry Price, and the criticism that the case has endured over the years. SOURCES 📚 The Most Haunted House In England by Harry Price: https://tinyurl.com/Most-Haunted-House-England (Affiliate Link) 📚 The End Of Borley Rector...
2024-02-2755 minDon’t Scare Claire
Don’t Scare ClaireEpisode 11: Edward MordrakeThe legend of Edward Mordrake and his demonic twin face is well over 100 years old at this point, but is it really possible? Was it a complete hoax? Is the truth somewhere in between? Come sit by me as we get into old Ed’s story, some possible explanations for his condition, and a few reasons why he’s still being talked about to this day. SOURCES 📚 https://archive.org/details/anomaliescuriosi00goul/page/188/mode/2up?q=edward+mordake 📰 https://www.newspapers.com/article/4697600/boston_post/ ...
2024-02-2718 minDon’t Scare Claire
Don’t Scare ClaireEpisode 12: The Busby Stoop ChairThe Busby Stoop chair, also known as the dead man’s chair, is apparently responsible for the deaths of multiple people who have dared to sit in it 😱 Come sit by me where we get into the story of this cursed chair, the hauntings, and how it came to find itself perched 5 feet high on a museum wall. SOURCES 📚 Dead Man’s Chair: The Legend Of The Busby Stoop Chair by Mark Robinson: https://tinyurl.com/Dead-Mans-Chair (Affiliate Link) 💻 http://www.thirskmuseum.org/displays.html
2024-02-2725 minDon’t Scare Claire
Don’t Scare ClaireEpisode 13: The National Justice MuseumThe National Justice Museum, formerly known as the Galleries of Justice, is home to more than a few spectral beings that continue to serve their time behind the prison walls. Come sit by me as we get into just how truly horrific the conditions were at Nottingham County Gaol, and exactly who continues to haunt the location long after their date with the hangman… SOURCES 📚 Murder And Crime Nottingham by Adam Nightingale: https://tinyurl.com/Murder-Crime-Nottingham (Affiliate Link) 📚 Olde Nottinghamshire Punishments by Ian Morgan: https://tinyurl...
2024-02-2743 minDon’t Scare Claire
Don’t Scare ClaireEpisode 4: The Skirrid InnThe Skirrid Inn is not only one of the oldest, but also lays claim to being one of the most haunted pubs in Wales! From it’s bloody history as a courthouse that allegedly saw 180 people executed, to the ghost of a landlady that takes her job very seriously, there’s no denying that the Skirrid Inn has some very compelling paranormal stories associated with it. SOURCES 📚 Spirits Behind Bars by Richard Estep: https://tinyurl.com/spirits-behind-bars (Affiliate Link) 💻 https://www.skirridmountaininn.co.uk/ 💻 https...
2024-02-2719 minDon’t Scare Claire
Don’t Scare ClaireEpisode 15: The Golden FleeceFamously claiming to be York’s most haunted pub, the Golden Fleece has a long history that has meant it’s picked up a few ghostly regulars over the centuries… But who haunts the Golden Fleece, what happened to them, and does the ancient inn really live up to its reputation as being the most haunted in York? SOURCES 📚 Haunted York by Rupert Matthews: https://tinyurl.com/ghosts-of-york (Affiliate Link) 💻 https://www.jorvik.co.uk/golden-fleece/ 💻 https://www.mysteriousbritain.co.uk/hauntings/the-golden-fleece-york/ 💻 https...
2024-02-2726 minDon’t Scare Claire
Don’t Scare ClaireEpisode 16: The Coronation Street SetThe old Coronation Street set in Granada studios had some weird paranormal stories coming out from both cast and crew members — and it seems that some actors who have since passed away are still showing up for work on the longest-running TV soap. Come sit by me as we get into exactly what’s been reported on these allegedly haunted Coronation Street sets and who may still be walking the cobbles once the cameras have stopped rolling… SOURCES 💻 https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-4424902/Exorcist-called-Coronation-Street-ahead-demolition.html 💻 h...
2024-02-2717 minDon’t Scare Claire
Don’t Scare ClaireEpisode 17: The Black Monk Of Pontefract At 30 East Drive30 East Drive in Pontefract is said to be one of the most haunted houses in the UK, with an entity known as the Black Monk of Pontefract terrorising the Pritchard family in the 60s. But the story didn’t end with the Pritchards… Come sit by me as we get into the history of 30 East Drive, right up to the real ghost stories from today! Cheers to @TheOuijaBrothers for requesting this video, and a huge thanks to @GhostsOnTrent for shouting me out on their recent live stream from...
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Don’t Scare ClaireEpisode 18: The Stanley HotelThe Stanley Hotel in Estes Park, Colorado is claimed to be one of the most haunted hotels in America, with real paranormal activity reported in every single room of the huge sprawling resort. Come sit by me as we get into the history of this allegedly haunted hotel, how it served as the inspiration for Stephen King’s The Shining, and some of the super creepy ghost stories that have been claimed here. SOURCES 📚 The History and Haunting of the Stanley Hotel, 2nd Edition by Rebecca F Pittm...
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Don’t Scare ClaireEpisode 19: Tamworth CastleTamworth Castle is home to centuries of grisly history, so it’s no surprise it’s rumoured to be haunted as hell — but is there something darker lurking here? Come sit by me as we get into exactly what went down here, some of the real paranormal stories that have been reported, and find out exactly why Tamworth Castle will forever be burned into my brain 😳 SOURCES 📚Haunted Staffordshire by Philip Solomon: https://tinyurl.com/Haunted-Staffordshire (Affiliate Link) 📚 Tamworth Castle: Its Foundation, History and Lords from the Norman...
2024-02-2734 minDon’t Scare Claire
Don’t Scare ClaireEpisode 20: Ye Olde Trip To Jerusalem In NottinghamThe Ye Olde Trip To Jerusalem has sat nestled in the cliffside of Nottingham for hundreds of years, so it’s no surprise it’s rumoured to be more than a little bit haunted! Come sit by me as we get into the centuries of history in this ancient Nottingham pub, and all of the real paranormal stories that have been reported! SOURCES 📚 Haunted Nottingham by Andrew Wright: https://tinyurl.com/Haunted-Nottingham (Affiliate Link) 📚 Ghosts And Legends Of Nottinghamshire by David Haslam: https://tinyurl.com/Nottingham...
2024-02-2725 minDon’t Scare Claire
Don’t Scare ClaireEpisode 21: Wookey HoleWookey Hole Caves in Somerset are a fantastic visitor attraction — I’m sure I’m not the only one who has fond childhood memories of the place! But what I didn’t know, was just how super-duper HAUNTED this place is supposed to be. So come sit by me as we get into all the real paranormal stories from Wookey Hole Caves, and the paper mill. SOURCES 📚 Beneath the Mountains: Exploring the Deep Caves of Asturias by David Rose and Richard Gregson: https://tinyurl.com/Beneath-The-Mountains 💻 https...
2024-02-2754 minDon’t Scare Claire
Don’t Scare ClaireEpisode 22: Shepton Mallet PrisonShepton Mallet prison has been described as one of the most haunted prisons in the world — and with an almost 400-year history of misery, it’s not hard to see why. Come sit by me as we get into the prison’s long and grisly history, as well as all the real paranormal stories that are still being reported to this day! I’m also so sorry about the really annoying buzzing sound on this one, I cut out as much as I could and I think I know what caused it so *h...
2024-02-2758 minDon’t Scare Claire
Don’t Scare ClaireEpisode 23: The Four Crosses InnThe Four Crosses Inn claims to be haunted by multiple entities, with real paranormal stories being reported in almost all areas of the building. But are the claims true? Does something really lurk in the shadows of this almost 400-year-old inn? SOURCES 📚 Haunted Staffordshire by Philip Solomon: https://tinyurl.com/Haunted-Staffordshire (Affiliate Link) 💻 https://www.search.staffspasttrack.org.uk/Details.aspx?&ResourceID=4005&PageIndex=33&SearchType=2&ThemeID=282 💻 https://www.theghostbook.co.uk/the-four-crosses-2/ 📺 Great British Ghosts Season 2 Episode 10, first aired in 2012 COME S...
2024-02-2718 minDon’t Scare Claire
Don’t Scare ClaireEpisode 24: The SS Great BritainThe SS Great Britain travelled over a million miles during her career… but it seems like she may have picked up a few extra ghostly passengers along the way. Come sit by me as we get all the way into the history of Brunel’s most famous ship and, of course, all the real ghost stories that have been reported through the years! SOURCES 📚 Shadows On The Sea by Neil Arnold: https://tinyurl.com/Shadows-On-The-Sea (Affiliate Link) 📚 The Iron Ship by Ewan Corlett (I bought m...
2024-02-2728 minDon’t Scare Claire
Don’t Scare ClaireEpisode 25: Asylum 49 At The Olde Tooele HospitalThe Old Tooele Hospital is home to Asylum 49, Utah’s most terrifying haunted house attraction. But’s it’s also said to be home to more than just terrifying mannequins and maniacs with chainsaws… From phantom nurses to the spirits of children, Tooele hospital is rumoured to be haunted with TONS of entities. Come sit by me as we get into the history of the old Tooele Valley Hospital, and all of the real ghost stories that are reported by staff members and visitors! SOURCES 📚...
2024-02-2758 min