Hoghton Tower, situated near Chorley in Lancashire, England, is a fortified manor house dating back to 1109. The current structure was largely rebuilt in the 1560s by Thomas Hoghton. The tower has played host to numerous historical figures, including King James I, who famously knighted a loin of beef as “Sir Loin” during a banquet in 1617.

The tower’s rich history is matched by its reputation for paranormal activity. One of the most frequently reported apparitions is that of a boy in Tudor-era clothing, often seen playing in the courtyard or running through the halls. Visitors and staff have also reported hearing inexplicable footsteps and witnessing doors opening and closing on their own.

The Green Room is said to be particularly active, with guests reporting feelings of unease and the sensation of being watched. Some have claimed to see the ghostly figure of a woman in a green dress standing at the foot of the bed.

In the tower’s underground passages, the spirit of a prisoner is said to roam. Legend has it that he was forgotten and left to starve in the dungeons. Visitors have reported hearing moans and feeling cold spots in this area.

The Baron’s Hall is reportedly haunted by the ghost of Sir Richard Hoghton, who is said to have died after falling from the ramparts. Staff members have reported seeing his apparition seated at the head of the long dining table.

Another notable ghostly resident is said to be a Catholic priest, believed to have been murdered during the Reformation. Witnesses have described seeing a robed figure gliding through the tower’s corridors before vanishing into thin air.