The Globe Inn in Dumfries, Scotland, dates back to 1610 and is renowned for its association with poet Robert Burns. Burns frequented the inn during the 1780s and 1790s, often staying in a small upstairs bedroom that still bears his name. He carved verses on the window panes and left other mementos of his visits.

The inn has a rich history of reported paranormal activity. One of the most prominent ghost stories involves the spirit of Anna Park, a barmaid with whom Burns had an affair. Witnesses claim to have seen her apparition in various parts of the building, particularly near the stairs and in Burns’ old room. Some guests have reported feeling a presence or experiencing unexplained cold spots in these areas.

Another frequently reported phenomenon is the sound of disembodied footsteps echoing through the inn’s corridors, often when the building is empty or quiet. Staff and visitors have also described hearing hushed voices and whispers, seemingly without a source.

In the bar area, glasses and bottles have been known to move on their own, sometimes falling from shelves without apparent cause. Some patrons have reported feeling a gentle touch or tug on their clothing when no one is nearby.

The inn’s cellar is said to be a hotspot for paranormal activity, with reports of shadowy figures and an oppressive atmosphere. Some staff members have reported feeling uncomfortable or unwelcome in this area, particularly after dark.

Robert Burns himself is said to haunt the inn, with some claiming to have seen his ghost in his former room or heard the scratching of a quill pen as if he were still composing poetry.