Arreton Manor
Arreton Manor, located on the Isle of Wight, dates back to the 12th century and has a long history of reported paranormal activity. The manor house, rebuilt in the 17th century, has been the site of numerous ghost sightings and unexplained phenomena over the centuries.
One of the most well-known spirits said to haunt Arreton Manor is that of Annabel, a young girl who allegedly fell to her death from an upstairs window in the 1600s. Visitors and staff have reported seeing her ghostly figure wandering the corridors and hearing the sound of a child’s laughter echoing through empty rooms.
The manor is also said to be haunted by a monk who was reportedly killed on the grounds during the Dissolution of the Monasteries. Witnesses have described seeing a hooded figure moving silently through the gardens and vanishing into thin air.
Another frequently reported apparition is that of a cavalier, believed to be a Royalist soldier from the English Civil War. He has been seen in various parts of the house, often accompanied by the sound of heavy footsteps and the clanking of armor.
In the 1960s, a young boy staying at the manor claimed to have encountered the ghost of a woman in a blue dress, who spoke to him before disappearing. This sighting corresponds with local legends of a “Blue Lady” who has been associated with the property for generations.
Visitors to Arreton Manor have also reported sudden cold spots, unexplained noises, and objects moving on their own. The property’s long history of paranormal activity has made it a popular destination for ghost hunters and curious tourists alike.