Gresley Old Hall, located in Church Gresley, South Derbyshire, dates back to the 16th century. The Grade II listed building was originally constructed as a manor house for the Gresley family, who were prominent local landowners. The hall’s architecture features a mix of Tudor and Jacobean styles, with later additions and modifications over the centuries.

During the English Civil War, the hall was used as a garrison by Royalist forces. In the 18th and 19th centuries, it served various purposes, including as a farmhouse and a school. The building fell into disrepair in the 20th century but has since undergone restoration efforts.

Gresley Old Hall has gained a reputation for paranormal activity. One of the most frequently reported ghostly encounters is that of a “Grey Lady,” believed to be the spirit of a former resident. Witnesses have described seeing her apparition in various parts of the building, particularly on the staircase and in the upper floors.

Another recurring phenomenon is the sound of phantom footsteps echoing through the hall, often heard when no one else is present. Some visitors have reported feeling sudden cold spots and experiencing an overwhelming sense of being watched.

There have been accounts of objects moving on their own, doors opening and closing without explanation, and unexplained knocking sounds. Some witnesses claim to have seen the ghost of a young boy, believed to have died in the hall centuries ago.

In the grounds surrounding the hall, there have been reports of shadowy figures moving among the trees and the sound of horses’ hooves, despite no horses being present. Some visitors have also claimed to hear distant music and laughter, as if a party from long ago is still taking place within the walls of Gresley Old Hall.