Bishop’s Manor in Howden, East Yorkshire, dates back to the 12th century when it was constructed as a residence for the Bishops of Durham. The manor house served as an important administrative center for the bishops’ estates in the area. In the 14th century, extensive renovations and expansions were carried out, including the addition of a great hall.

The manor fell into disrepair after the English Reformation in the 16th century when it was seized by the Crown. It later passed through various private owners and was eventually abandoned, becoming a picturesque ruin.

Several ghost stories are associated with Bishop’s Manor. One of the most frequently reported apparitions is that of a monk in a brown habit, seen wandering the grounds and inside the ruins. Visitors have described feeling an inexplicable sense of unease in certain areas, particularly near the remains of the great hall.

Another spectral figure said to haunt the manor is a young woman in medieval dress. Witnesses claim to have seen her looking out from empty window frames or walking along the crumbling walls at dusk. Some accounts suggest she may be the spirit of a noblewoman who once lived in the manor.

Paranormal investigators have reported unusual cold spots, unexplained noises, and equipment malfunctions while exploring the site. Some visitors have claimed to hear faint chanting or music coming from within the ruins, even when no one else is present.

Local legend also tells of hidden tunnels beneath the manor, supposedly used by monks to escape during times of persecution. While no such tunnels have been discovered, some ghost hunters believe the reported underground activity may be connected to residual hauntings.