Eyam Parish Church, dedicated to St. Lawrence, stands in the village of Eyam, Derbyshire Dales. The church’s history dates back to Saxon times, with parts of the current structure originating from the 13th and 14th centuries. Eyam gained notoriety during the 1665-1666 plague outbreak when the village voluntarily quarantined itself to prevent the spread of the disease.

The church played a crucial role during this period, with Reverend William Mompesson leading efforts to contain the plague. The churchyard contains several plague victim graves, including that of Catherine Mompesson, the reverend’s wife.

Paranormal activity reported at Eyam Parish Church includes sightings of a female apparition believed to be Catherine Mompesson. Witnesses have described seeing her ghost near her grave or walking through the churchyard. Some visitors have reported feeling a sudden chill or sensing an unseen presence while exploring the grounds.

Another frequently reported phenomenon is the sound of disembodied footsteps echoing through the church, particularly in the nave and near the altar. Some have attributed these to the spirits of plague victims or past clergymen.

Visitors and local residents have also reported seeing shadowy figures moving among the gravestones at night, often accompanied by faint whispers or muffled voices. These apparitions are thought to be the restless spirits of plague victims buried in the churchyard.

In the church’s interior, there have been accounts of objects moving inexplicably, such as hymn books falling from shelves or candles extinguishing without apparent cause. Some visitors have reported feeling watched or experiencing a sense of unease in certain areas of the church, particularly near the plague-related memorials and artifacts.