Himley Hall, a grand 18th-century country house in South Staffordshire, has a rich history and a reputation for paranormal activity. Built between 1740 and 1742 for the Earl of Dudley, the hall replaced an earlier manor house on the site. It served as the family seat until 1947 when it was sold to the National Coal Board. The hall later became a conference center and is now owned by Dudley Metropolitan Borough Council.

Ghostly encounters at Himley Hall have been reported for decades. Staff and visitors have described hearing unexplained footsteps echoing through empty corridors and witnessing doors opening and closing on their own. One of the most frequently sighted apparitions is that of a young woman in a white dress, believed to be a former maid who died in a fire at the hall. She has been seen wandering the grounds and peering out of windows on the upper floors.

In the formal dining room, people have reported feeling sudden cold spots and experiencing an overwhelming sense of unease. Some have claimed to see the ghostly figure of a man in period clothing sitting at the head of the table, believed to be a former Earl of Dudley. The hall’s cellars are said to be particularly active, with staff reporting the sound of barrels being rolled and glasses clinking when the area is empty. A grey lady has been seen gliding through the walls in this area, thought to be connected to the hall’s history as a hospital during World War II.