The Greyhound Inn
The Greyhound Inn, located in Chalfont St Peter, Buckinghamshire, is a historic pub dating back to the 16th century. Originally built as a coaching inn, it served travelers along the main road between London and Oxford. The building’s timber-framed structure and traditional Tudor architecture have been preserved over the centuries.
During the English Civil War, the inn reportedly housed both Royalist and Parliamentary troops at different times. Local legend suggests that secret tunnels beneath the building were used to smuggle goods and people during this tumultuous period.
The Greyhound Inn has garnered a reputation for paranormal activity over the years. Staff and visitors have reported numerous ghostly encounters within its walls. One of the most frequently sighted apparitions is that of a young woman in Tudor-style clothing, often seen wandering the upper floors and staircases. Some witnesses claim to have felt her presence brush past them in narrow corridors.
Another recurring ghostly figure is that of a Civil War soldier, reportedly seen in the bar area and cellar. Witnesses describe him as wearing military attire from the 17th century, sometimes appearing translucent or partially visible.
Unexplained noises are common occurrences at the inn, including footsteps in empty rooms, doors slamming shut on their own, and the sound of glasses clinking when the bar is closed. Some staff members have reported feeling watched or experiencing sudden cold spots in various parts of the building.
In the 1970s, a team of psychic investigators claimed to have made contact with multiple spirits during a séance held in one of the upstairs rooms. They reported communicating with the ghost of a former innkeeper and several past patrons of the establishment.
Address
The Greyhound, High Street, Chalfont St Peter, SL9 9RA, United KingdomHigh Street
SL9 9RA Chalfont St Peter, England,