Hickleton Hall, located in the village of Hickleton, South Yorkshire, England, is a Grade II listed building dating back to the late 17th century. The hall was originally constructed for the Wentworth family and later became the seat of the Wood family, who held the title of Viscount Halifax. The most notable resident was Edward Frederick Lindley Wood, the 1st Earl of Halifax, who served as Viceroy of India and Foreign Secretary during World War II.

The hall has a rich history of reported paranormal activity. One of the most prominent ghostly figures is said to be that of a young woman in a blue dress, often seen wandering the corridors and appearing in various rooms. Witnesses have described her as having a melancholic demeanor, and some believe she may be the spirit of a former servant or family member.

Another frequently reported apparition is that of a man in Victorian-era clothing, often spotted in the library or study areas. Some have speculated that this could be the ghost of a former owner or a distinguished guest from the hall’s past.

Staff and visitors have reported hearing unexplained footsteps, particularly on the upper floors and in the attic spaces. Doors have been known to open and close on their own, and objects have reportedly moved without explanation.

The grounds of Hickleton Hall are also said to be haunted. There have been sightings of spectral figures near the old stables and in the surrounding gardens. Some witnesses have described seeing a phantom horse-drawn carriage approaching the hall, only to vanish as it nears the entrance.

Cold spots and sudden temperature drops have been experienced throughout the building, often accompanied by an overwhelming sense of unease or being watched. Electronic equipment malfunctions and battery drainage have been reported by those investigating the paranormal claims at the hall.