Balgonie Castle
Balgonie Castle, located in Fife, Scotland, dates back to the 14th century. The fortress was originally built by the Sibbald family and later passed to the Lundins. In 1635, it was acquired by the Earls of Leven, who held it until 1824. The castle fell into disrepair in the 19th century but has since undergone restoration efforts.
Numerous ghost sightings have been reported at Balgonie Castle over the years. One of the most frequently encountered spirits is said to be “Green Jeanie,” a apparition of a lady in a green dress who has been spotted in various parts of the castle. Another reported entity is a ghostly soldier, believed to be from the 17th century, who has been seen patrolling the battlements.
The castle’s Great Hall is said to be haunted by the spirit of a man in a grey outfit, while the sound of ghostly children playing has been heard in the courtyard. Visitors and staff have reported experiencing unexplained cold spots, the sensation of being watched, and objects moving on their own.
One of the most chilling accounts involves the ghost of a dog, which is said to appear in the chapel. Legend has it that this spectral canine was killed by an angry Lord Balgonie and continues to haunt the castle grounds.
The East Tower is reportedly home to the ghost of a man who was imprisoned and starved to death there. Witnesses have described hearing agonized moans and feeling an oppressive atmosphere in this area of the castle.
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