The Ivy House Tavern in Chalfont St Giles, Buckinghamshire, dates back to the 16th century. Originally a coaching inn, it served travelers along the route between London and Oxford. The building’s timber-framed structure and low ceilings are characteristic of its Tudor origins.

During the English Civil War, the tavern reportedly housed Royalist soldiers. Local legend claims that a secret tunnel once connected the inn to the nearby parish church, allowing for clandestine movement during times of conflict.

The Ivy House has accumulated several ghost stories over the centuries. The most frequently reported apparition is that of a young woman in Victorian-era clothing, often seen on the stairs or in the upper rooms. Witnesses describe her as having a sad, wistful expression.

Staff and patrons have reported unexplained cold spots, particularly in the bar area and near the fireplace. Some have felt an unseen presence brush past them in narrow corridors.

Another recurring phenomenon involves the sound of footsteps in empty rooms, especially on the upper floors. These footsteps are sometimes accompanied by the creaking of floorboards, as if someone is pacing back and forth.

Objects have been known to move on their own, with glasses and bottles occasionally sliding across tables or bar counters without apparent cause. Some staff members have reported finding items in different locations from where they were left.

The cellar is said to be a focal point for paranormal activity, with staff reporting feelings of unease and the sensation of being watched while working there. Some have heard whispers and muffled conversations emanating from the empty space.