Wentworth Woodhouse, located in Rotherham, South Yorkshire, is one of England’s largest private residences. Built in the 18th century, this grand mansion has a rich history spanning several aristocratic families. The house’s east front measures 606 feet, making it wider than Buckingham Palace. Originally owned by the Wentworth family, it later passed to the Fitzwilliam family through marriage.

During World War II, the estate was requisitioned by the military, and the parklands were used for opencast coal mining, causing significant damage to the grounds. In the post-war years, the house fell into disrepair and changed hands multiple times before being purchased by the Wentworth Woodhouse Preservation Trust in 2017.

The mansion’s long history has given rise to numerous ghost stories. One of the most famous is the legend of Thomas Wentworth, the 1st Earl of Strafford, who was executed in 1641. His ghost is said to haunt the grounds, often seen as a figure in dark clothing near the old family chapel.

Another reported apparition is that of a maid who allegedly fell to her death from an upper floor. Visitors and staff have claimed to hear footsteps and see her ghostly figure in the corridors.

The “Lady’s Wood” area of the estate is said to be haunted by the spirit of a young woman who drowned in a nearby lake. People have reported seeing a misty figure and hearing unexplained sounds in this area.

In the stable block, now separate from the main house, there have been reports of a ghostly stableman and the sounds of horses when none are present. Some visitors have also reported feeling a sense of unease or being watched in certain rooms of the house, particularly in the older sections.