Jessops Old Mill and Auction House in Dewsbury, West Yorkshire, dates back to the early 19th century. Originally constructed as a textile mill, it played a significant role in the town’s industrial heritage during the height of the wool and shoddy trade. The imposing stone building later transitioned into an auction house in the mid-20th century, hosting regular sales of antiques and collectibles.

Over the years, numerous paranormal experiences have been reported at Jessops. Staff and visitors have described unexplained footsteps echoing through empty corridors and the sensation of being watched when alone in certain rooms. Some have claimed to see the apparition of a Victorian-era woman in a long dress, believed to be a former mill worker, walking through walls and disappearing into thin air.

One of the most frequently reported phenomena is the sound of machinery operating in the middle of the night, reminiscent of the building’s days as a functioning mill. Security guards have investigated these noises, only to find empty rooms and silent machinery.

In the auction house area, items have reportedly moved on their own, with witnesses describing objects sliding across tables or falling from shelves without any apparent cause. Some visitors have experienced sudden cold spots and feelings of unease in specific areas, particularly near the old loading bay.

There are also accounts of disembodied voices, including whispers and conversations in empty rooms, as well as the laughter of children, despite no children being present. Several people have reported seeing shadowy figures darting between the rows of auction items, vanishing when approached.