Annison Funeral Parlour
Annison Funeral Parlour, located in Hull, England, has a dark history dating back to the 19th century. The building, constructed in 1878, served as a funeral home for over a century before closing its doors in 1995. During its operational years, the parlour handled numerous high-profile cases, including victims of the 1920 Holderness Road tram crash.
The most infamous connection to Annison’s is its association with the “Jack the Stripper” murders of the 1960s. Mary Millington, one of the victims, was last seen alive near the funeral parlour before her body was discovered.
Paranormal activity at Annison’s has been reported by staff, visitors, and paranormal investigators. Many claim to have experienced unexplained cold spots, particularly in the embalming room and chapel area. Witnesses have described feeling watched and hearing disembodied footsteps echoing through the empty corridors.
One recurring apparition is that of a Victorian-era gentleman, believed to be a former undertaker, seen wandering the premises in period attire. Staff members have reported objects moving on their own, especially in the old preparation room where bodies were once prepared for burial.
During a paranormal investigation in 2010, EVP recordings captured what sounded like a child’s laughter in the empty building. Subsequent investigations have reported similar phenomena, along with sudden temperature drops and malfunctioning electronic equipment.
The parlour’s basement, which once housed a temporary morgue, is said to be a hotspot for paranormal activity. Visitors have reported feeling an oppressive atmosphere and experiencing sudden bouts of nausea in this area.